A few miles from the downtown bustle, Mercer's Atlanta campus offers a serene setting for discovery and learning. Major investments in the campus over the last three years have only added to its natural beauty.
Mercer is thrilled to welcome alumni, friends and families to the Macon campus for Homecoming on Friday and Saturday. Our Homecoming schedule includes all your favorite events, such as the lip sync battle, pep rally and fireworks, and game day festiv...
Roberts Academy at Mercer University -- a transformative space for students with dyslexia to unlock their potential -- was celebrated during a dedication ceremony on Oct. 18.
Family Weekend kicks off on Friday, and the Office of Campus Life and Student Involvement has events planned through Sunday for students and their families in Macon. On Saturday, everyone is invited to tailgate on Black Field and then cheer on the Be...
Mercer University Opening Days and Bear Beginnings 2024
The last few days have been a blur, but we wouldn't have it any other way. Here's a look back at some of our favorite moments from Opening Days and Bear Beginnings. #MercerTraditions.
Welcome back, Bears! Mercer began its 192nd academic year by welcoming nearly 1,000 new students, including incoming freshmen and more than 100 transfer students to campus this past weekend. Today, the University community is invited to kick off the ...
Another commencement season has come and gone, but our #ClassOf2024 memories remain. Here's a look back at our celebrations, accompanied by the words of Macon graduate Kendall Webb and Mercer University President William D. Underwood.
#ClassOf2024 graduate and student body president Benjamin Smith reflects on his Mercer University experience over the past four years. #MercerTraditions
More than 2,200 Mercer University graduates will participate in commencement exercises over the next two weeks during five ceremonies in Macon and Atlanta. The School of Medicine kicks off the celebration on May 4, followed by the School of Law on Ma...
Moye Pharmacy and Health Sciences Center Dedication
On April 19, 2024, Mercer University celebrated and officially dedicated the Atlanta campus's Tony and Nancy Moye Pharmacy and Health Sciences Center, a facility that aims to strengthen the College of Pharmacy's standard of excellence.
Multi-platinum recording artist MAX and Grammy-nominated Social House will headline this year’s Bearstock, an annual music festival presented by Mercer’s student programming board, QuadWorks. DJ Saturn and Lewis Ashe and the Locals, two acts feat...
Special education teacher-in-training wants to make big impact
Mercer University senior Adam Mobley, an elementary special education major, wants to encourage children to chase their dreams, no matter their abilities.
Read more: https://den.mercer.edu/mercer-seniors-own-experiences-inspire-him-to-become-special...
Mercer University Macon students, our Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt is ready for you now! Watch our video for instructions, the first clue and details on some BIG prizes you could win. Good luck, Bears!
The Story Behind the Jesse Mercer Statue | Founders' Day 2024
Vice Provost Emeritus Dr. Barry Jenkins tells the story of how the Jesse Mercer statue came to be on Mercer University's Macon campus during the 2024 Founders' Day address on Feb. 7 in Toney Auditorium. The title of his message was “Revival and Cre...
Dr. Barry Jenkins, former founding director of Mercer’s Student Development Services, will deliver the University’s 2024 Founders’ Day address at 10:20 a.m. Wednesday in Toney Auditorium on the Macon campus. The title of his message is “Reviv...
A multi-million dollar project by the Mercer Athletic Foundation includes plans for a baseball performance center, a tennis and golf building, and a multi-tier tailgating area in an end zone at Five Star Stadium. Video by the Mercer Athletic Foundati...
After decades of silence, a 105-year-old harp is making music again. Calista Anne Koch, adjunct professor of harp at Mercer University’s School of Music, spent several months meticulously restoring the Lyon & Healy harp, which was donated by a Mac...
Finish the Christmas Song Lyrics! | Bear on the Street
Can you finish these Christmas song lyrics? Play along as host Josh Bishop puts his fellow Mercerians to the test for the latest episode of #BearOnTheStreet.
Homecoming is right around the corner, and Mercer is thrilled to welcome alumni, friends and families to the Macon campus for a special weekend of activities Nov. 10-11. Our Homecoming schedule includes new and traditional events, such as the Alumni ...
Mercer University Professor Dr. Heather Bowman Cutway is working to save the federally endangered fringed campion plant from extinction. Learn more at: https://den.mercer.edu/biology-professor-works-to-save-endangered-wildflower-from-extinction/
It was a pleasure to have the loved ones of our students on the Macon campus last weekend for Family Weekend! Here's a look back at the fun-filled days.
How many SoCon college logos can you identify? | Bear on the Street
For our first “Bear on the Street” episode of the 2023-24 school year, host Shayla Swanson — a junior marketing and management major and a social media ambassador for Mercer’s Office of Marketing Communications — tested her fellow Bears on ...
This weekend, a new class of Bears made Macon their home. Here's some advice that Mercer upperclassmen and staff had to offer for incoming freshmen on making the most of their college experience and changing the world.
Class of 2023 graduate Savannah Granito hopes to make art more accessible to everyone. After receiving her bachelor's degree in art history, she plans to continue her education at Mercer to earn an MBA and later a Ph.D.
Class of 2023 graduate Lea Dulcio wants to become a physician serving Spanish-speaking and Haitian populations. This summer, the global health studies and Spanish double-major is working with an organization in the Carolinas to do activist work on be...
In case you missed it, here is a video clip of the inspiring speech that Class Of 2023 graduate Abdulraheem Kaimari, a neuroscience and chemistry double-major, delivered during our Macon commencement on May 15.
Class of 2023 graduate Justin Henry is proud to be a Mercerian and a part of a dedicated and determined community with shared passions. With degrees in public health and Spanish now under his belt, he plans to pursue a Fulbright English Teaching Assi...
Mercer provided Class of 2023 graduate Nathan Shelton with opportunities to support his passions and an environment to be successful. The engineering major plans to work toward his Ph.D. in biomedical engineering and pursue a career in tissue enginee...
Mercer prepared #ClassOf2023 School of Engineering graduate Lucio Cruz Nolasco for his future by providing a well-rounded education, which allowed him to be involved in undergraduate research, travel abroad and make a difference in people's lives. He...
Daniel Alejandro Mendoza | Outstanding Graduate 2023
At Mercer, Class of 2023 graduate Daniel Alejandro Mendoza found a network of caring individuals that helped him meet his academic goals and opportunities that ignited his interest in research. An aspiring physician, he now moves on to medical school...
Sarah Monteiro's research experiences at Mercer influenced her life and her career choices and made her fall in love even more with her major, neuroscience. The #ClassOf2023 graduate is headed to Mercer School of Medicine next, with hopes of one day ...
Kaitlyn Fowler came to Mercer with an interest in restorative justice, and during her time as a student, she learned how to put that passion into action in her career as a teacher. #MercerInspire
#ClassOf2023 graduate Jendai Sealey's experience as a Gilman Scholar in Spain influenced her to become a Peace Corps volunteer after earning her degrees in public health and Spanish from Mercer. Being immersed in another culture changed her life, spa...
As a Mercer student, Aubrey Wynn got outside her comfort zone by serving as a peer adviser, getting involved in Student Government Association and traveling to Guyana with Mercer On Mission. The Class of 2023 graduate is headed to Mercer School of Me...
At Mercer, #ClassOf2023 graduate Lauren Milner had the opportunity to serve as a user experience intern evaluating websites for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. She is continuing her education at Mercer to earn her Master of Science in techn...
Class of 2023 graduate Lea Dulcio wants to become a physician serving Spanish-speaking and Haitian populations. This summer, the global health studies and Spanish double-major is working with an organization in the Carolinas to do activist work on be...
Class of 2023 graduate Rylan Allen entered Mercer as an aspiring attorney, but a calling for a different career path emerged over the next four years. In the fall, he'll begin working toward a master's degree in college student affairs administration...
More than 2,300 students will receive their diplomas over the next two weeks in five commencements in Macon and Atlanta. The School of Medicine kicks off the celebration on May 6, followed by the School of Law on May 13, Atlanta with two ceremonies o...
Yesterday, Mercer began its journey of "empowering children with dyslexia" during a program and groundbreaking for Roberts Academy, a transitional school that will be affiliated with the College of Education.
QuadWorks' annual Bearstock concert returns to Hawkins Arena at 7 p.m. March 25, with a lineup that includes Doechii, Charles Davis and the Velvet Sound, and Bob Lennon. Students can bring up to two guests for $5 each.
Breakout rapper Doechii, who rose to fame with her viral hit “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake,” will headline QuadWorks’ annual Bearstock concert Saturday in Hawkins Arena. Charles Davis & The Velvet Sound and Bob Lennon also will perform. Doors open at...
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Mercer Medical School Affiliation Announcement
A major initiative launched by Mercer University School of Medicine and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to improve pediatric health care in rural Georgia will initially involve hospitals, pediatricians and school systems representing 11 rural Geor...
Mercer Dining chefs Jarvis Napier and Jimmy Brown demonstrate how to make a personal-sized, hassle-free brownie in a mug. Get the recipe at https://den.mercer.edu/a-quick--easy-dessert-that-you-dont-have-to-share--cooking-in-the-cave/.
Mercer Dining chefs Jarvis Napier and Jimmy Brown show us how to make their unforgettable shrimp and grits. Get the recipe at https://den.mercer.edu/a-cooking-in-the-cave-spin-on-a-southern-staple/.
Here's a flashback to one of our all-time favorite videos! The Mercer On Mission Vietnam program, in which students fit prosthetics and orthotics on amputees and children with disabilities, attracted Chris Scrivner to Mercer. He went to Vietnam twice...
It's time for another "Bear on the Street!" Play along as host Jasmine Nobles challenges her fellow Bears to a "Family Feud"-style game that’s themed around Valentine’s Day.
The making of our legendary chocolate chip cookies
Food Services Director Jarvis Napier and Executive Chef Jimmy Brown make Mercer's legendary "caf" chocolate chip cookies. Get the recipe at https://den.mercer.edu/learn-how-to-make-mercers-legendary-chocolate-chip-cookies/.
Alumna Pearlie Toliver, who was among Mercer University’s first Black female students, gave the 2023 Founders’ Day address on Feb. 1 in Willingham Auditorium on the Macon campus.
Mercer's 2023 Founders' Day was a celebration to remember. The program featured Pearlie Toliver, one of the first students to help integrate Mercer, as the guest speaker. #MercerTraditions
Mercer's annual Founders' Day celebration on Feb. 1 will feature Pearlie Toliver, one of the first students to integrate Mercer, as the guest speaker. #MercerTraditions
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The Mercer University community is invited to the annual Founders’ Day program at 10:20 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, in Willingham Auditorium. Alumna Pearlie Toliver, who was among the first Black female students to attend Mercer, will give the ke...
Composing in the Wilderness with Dr. Christopher Schmitz
This summer, Mercer School of Music professor Dr. Christopher Schmitz spent two weeks in the Alaskan wilderness and created a piece of original music about his experience as a participant in the Composing in the Wilderness program.
Ding Dong Merrily On High Performed by The Mercer Singers
The Mercer Singers are using their vocal talents to spread holiday cheer. Watch their dynamic performance of “Ding Dong Merrily On High.” #MercerTraditions
In honor of final exam week, we bring you a Mercer take on a holiday classic. A special thanks to Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management Dr. Penny Elkins for narrating our video. Wishing our Bears the best of luck as they finish out the seme...
Sheridan Mercer On Mission Center Dedication Ceremony
More than 100 students, faculty, staff and trustees gathered on Nov. 11 at the School of Engineering to dedicate the new Sheridan Mercer On Mission Center, funded in 2021 by a $10 million endowment gift from the Phil J. and Alice S. Sheridan Foundati...
Mercer to establish transitional school to serve kids with dyslexia
Mercer University's Roberts Academy will equip children with dyslexia with the understanding, skills and confidence to succeed while also serving as a learning site for the Tift College of Education. Learn more: https://den.mercer.edu/mercer-announce...
Mercer University’s Macon campus is gearing up for Homecoming, which will take place Nov. 11-12. With more than 25 events planned, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the schedule now, so you don’t miss any of the fun. Some of this year’...
Breathing life into pottery through color and texture | Beyond the Bear
Nancy Mehrpad, senior executive assistant in the president's office on Mercer University's Atlanta campus, has a passion for pottery and enjoys sharing her art with the world. She creates wheel-thrown and hand-built pottery and has breathed life into...
Family Weekend kicks off on Friday, and the Office of Campus Life and Student Involvement has events planned through Sunday for students and their families in Macon. On Saturday, everyone is invited to tailgate on Black Field and then cheer on the Be...
Students go head-to-head in Mercer-themed game | Bear on the Street
For our latest “Bear on the Street’ video, host Jacqueline Lamothe, a senior journalism major, challenged her fellow Bears to a Mercer-themed version of the game Taboo. Watch to see how the contestants did and guess along with them.
No better way to start the 2022-23 football season than with a packed house and a win! Here's a look back at the Aug. 27 victory over Morehead State at Five Star Stadium.
Mercer students, faculty and staff are invited to an All-University Picnic from 2-5 p.m. Saturday on Black Field. Join your fellow Mercerians for free food and live music by Mitchell Tenpenny before the Bears face The Citadel Bulldogs on the gridiron...
Our students are back, and so is Bear on the Street! In our latest episode, host Hunter Gause talks with students, parents and others who were part of our move-in days. #BearOnTheStreet
In partnership with Mercer, Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority unveiled its third electric bus on Wednesday. The new bus, called "Toby" and featuring a design with the Mercer mascot, will have a shopping route and a downtown route for students.
Mercer professor finds peace and poetry on the river | Beyond the Bear
Dr. Gordon Johnston, professor of creative writing and English literature at Mercer University, discovered his love for kayaking when he was young. Since then, he’s kayaked all over Georgia and parts of Florida. The river inspires Dr. Johnston’s ...
Grad Sarah Spalding speaks during 2022 Macon Commencement
Need a morning dose of motivation and inspiration? Check out Class of 2022 graduate Sarah Spalding's address to her peers during our Macon commencement.
Mercer changed the trajectory of Natalie Yaeger's life. The 2022 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences graduate came to Mercer with an interest in doing something related to medicine, but she wasn't exactly sure in what capacity. Through guidance from...
Mercer allowed class of 2022 graduate Brandon J. Wright to be his genuine, authentic self. Now armed with a Ph.D. from the College of Education, he hopes to inspire students to become change makers who will impact others as well. #Mercer2022
Class of 2022 graduate Patrice Frank Walls will further her career in health informatics with her new degree from the College of Professional Advancement. The skills she learned at Mercer will allow her to add value to the health care industry. #Merc...
At Mercer, 2022 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences graduate Cam Wade found a space to get to know himself better and learn to be his own advocate and people who supported him every step of the way. This fall, he will go to the University of Chicago...
Mercer's College of Nursing helped Brooke Taylor step out of her comfort zone and grow the confidence to be a strong leader. The class of 2022 graduate plans on changing the world by advocating for her patients and putting the "care" into nursing car...
Stefanie Swanger, assistant director of Mercer's Center for Career and Professional Development, is a 2022 graduate of the College of Education's Ph.D. program in educational leadership. With her newfound knowledge, skills and perspective, she'll co...
Class of 2022 graduate Amelia Rivers aspires to become a musicologist and create a general education program for undergraduate students that explores music from all around the world. Amelia, who studied in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and...
Prem Patel developed connections and relationships in the School of Business that he'll carry with him throughout his career and life. Now a graduate of the Class of 2022, he has taken a job as an investment banking analyst for Park Sutton Advisors a...
Class of 2022 graduate Somtochukwu Obiegbu wants to share the knowledge he's gained at Mercer with the world. The College of Health Professions graduate is looking forward to pursuing a dual Doctor of Medicine and Master's of Public Health degree, so...
Priya Lokasundaram's experiences in the College of Nursing helped build her confidence and strengthen her resume. She's now landed her dream job at Duke University Hospital on the cardiac ICU stepdown unit and hopes to bring cardiac awareness to her ...
Mercer has changed how class of 2022 graduate Caroline Jackson views the world and her purpose in life. The School of Business graduate now will fulfill her dream of teaching abroad in Thailand. Then, she hopes to get a master's in higher education, ...
Ivy Clarke, a class of 2022 graduate in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, wants to change the world through writing. She hopes to use her platform to share the voices of marginalized people who are often underrepresented in the media. #Mercer...
Mercer felt like a family to Laurel Genova from the moment she set foot on campus. Now, the 2022 College of Education graduate plans to pursue her master's degree, so she can educate the next generation of leaders. #Mercer2022
Class of 2022 grad Elizabeth Heard developed and cultivated her skills as a clinician and a leader in Mercer's College of Pharmacy. It is her goal to one day create a nonprofit association dedicated to foreign missions. #Mercer2022
More than 2,300 students will receive their diplomas over the next two weeks in five commencements in Macon and Atlanta. Also, Dr. David Keith, retiring dean from the Townsend School of Music, will be keynote speaker at Baccalaureate on Sunday, May 1...
On April 21, 2022, the Council on Undergraduate Research presented Mercer with the Campus-Wide Award for Undergraduate Research Accomplishments. Here's a look at some of Mercer's top research initiatives and what makes our University stand apart when...
Columbus Campus Dedication Ceremony | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University officially dedicated on April 22, 2022, its newest state-of-the-art building in Columbus for the School of Medicine. The University’s relocation and expansion of its Columbus campus, first announced in May 2019, enables the School...
Thomas Robinson Prize for Southern Literature | This Week @ Mercer
The Thomas Robinson Prize for Southern Literature recognizes authors who have made significant career contributions of writing about the South. Mercer University's Dr. David Davis, associate director of the Spencer B. King Jr. Center for Southern Stu...
Bear on the Street, trivia edition (with a twist), with Olivia Scott
We're back with another episode of Bear on the Street! This time, host Olivia Scott challenged her peers to some easy trivia with a twist. Watch the fun unfold!
Mercer University’s Minority Mentor Program and Office of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives will host the fifth annual Diversity Day on April 14, 2022, 3-6 p.m., on Cruz Plaza. Student Government Association President Rylan Allen, a mentor with t...
Mercer University will hold its 12th annual Breakthroughs in Engagement, Arts and Research (BEAR) Day on April 21-22, 2022, to showcase outstanding student research and special projects from across the Macon campus. Dr. Clara Mengolini, associate pro...
The Atlanta Science Festival Exploration Expo on March 26 was a day of hands-on learning and fun. Here's a look back at some of the activities and demonstrations that were offered by Mercer University's participating colleges and schools.
Mercer University’s annual Bearstock music festival will take place April 2, 2022, in Hawkins Arena, featuring artists Smino, Austin Mahone and Highway 49. Darius Jones, a member of the Mercer Live committee of QuadWorks, explains more about this y...
Walter B. and Kay W. Shurden Lectures | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer will host the 2022 Walter B. and Kay W. Shurden Lectures on Religious Liberty and Separation of Church and State March 29-30, 2022, in Atlanta and Macon. Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty Director of Education Charles Watson Jr. ex...
Atlanta Science Festival 2022 | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer and Mercer Health Sciences Center are once again sponsors of the annual Atlanta Science Festival, which culminates in the Exploration Expo, held March 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in Piedmont Park. Director of Media Relations Kyle Sears explains more a...
For the fourth time in five years, head coach Susie Gardner, the Southern Conference (SoCon) Coach of the Year, is leading her women’s basketball team to the NCAA Tournament.
Mercer University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences hosted a panel discussion, titled “Perspectives on the Russia/Ukraine Conflict,” March 1 on the Macon campus. Distinguished University Professor of History Dr. Wallace Daniel spoke on “...
After a year when no fans were in attendance because of the pandemic, capacity crowds are expected again this year for the 2022 Southern Conference Basketball Championships in Asheville, North Carolina. Campus Life is once again providing an excellen...
Looking for alternative spring break plans? Join MerServe and volunteer with several of Macon’s nonprofit organizations. Special Coordinator for MerServe Drew Boyette shares more about Spring Break for Service, a comprehensive experience that allow...
Challenges to the Black Church Symposium | This Week @ Mercer
This year’s Black History Month Symposium will be held Feb. 24 via zoom featuring four prominent men and women in ministry. Dr. Chester Fontenot Jr., Baptist Professor of English and director of the Africana Studies Program, explains this year’s ...
Mercer continues to bring the arts alive in Macon and Middle Georgia. Check out these outstanding upcoming opportunities, including the Fabian Concert Series’ February Fireworks, a new art exhibit — Macon Music Project, a special Valentine’s Da...
We're back with another "Bear on the Street!" In our new episode, host Benjamin Smith chats with his fellow Bears about their New Year's resolutions, thoughts on 2021 and goals for 2022.
Former Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal will be keynote speaker at Founders’ Day 2022 on Feb. 2. Gov. Deal, a Mercer trustee and Distinguished University Professor of Government, will speak at 10:20 a.m. in Willingham Auditorium. Asia Cladd, Heritage Life ...
Kyle Lewis, Major League Baseball’s American League 2020 Rookie of the Year and the most decorated student-athlete in Mercer's history, will return to campus Feb. 3 as the guest speaker for Mercer Baseball's annual First Pitch Classic event.
MLK: Living the Dream March and Tribute | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer students, faculty and staff are invited to the MLK “Living the Dream” march and tribute on Thursday, Jan. 13, beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the bear statue near Cruz Plaza and the UC. Junior Rylan Allen shares more about the event, sponsored b...
Check out our Christmas-themed "Bear On The Street!" Host Kendall Ross, a social media ambassador, went out on campus and tested students and professors with a little holiday trivia.
Carol of the Bells | Robert McDuffie Center for Strings
Please enjoy this rousing performance of "Carol of the Bells," brought to you by the talented students in Mercer University's McDuffie Center for Strings.
In the latest "Cooking in the Cave," Mercer Dining chefs Jarvis Napier and Jimmy Brown whip up a dish that's brimming with sweetness and cheer. Featuring Texas Toast, whipped cream, cream cheese and blueberries, this recipe for Stuffed French Toast t...
Whether you are looking for a snackable dessert to bring to a party or a treat to package in a tin, our next “Cooking in the Cave” recipe has you covered. In this episode, Mercer Dining Food Services Director Jarvis Napier and Executive Chef Jimm...
Mercerians are encouraged to come get in the Christmas spirit at the annual SGA Christmas Tree Lighting. SGA spokesperson Anniston Nooks shares more about the event to be held Thursday night in Willingham Auditorium.
Grad student trains to compete in Winter Olympics | Beyond the Bear
A Mercer University graduate student training to compete in the Winter Olympics is one step closer to that goal after being named to the USA Skeleton Development Team.
Austin Hayes, a graduate assistant cross-country/track and field coach, has been ...
It's time for another "Bear On the Street" episode, this time with social media ambassador Hunter Gause as your host! Follow along as she asks people on campus about their Thanksgiving traditions and the foods they love and loath.
Mercer will celebrate the cultural heritage of international students on the Atlanta Campus at the 2021 International Day on Nov. 17. Dr. Ansley Booker, director of diversity and inclusion initiatives, said this year’s event will be held on the Qua...
One of the highlight weekends of any Mercer year is just around the corner. Caroline Jackson, Mercer Ambassadors president, explains Homecoming weekend of Nov. 12-13 features events for Mercerians of all generations to enjoy. The activities culminate...
Undergraduate students have an opportunity this fall to compete and make a pitch in the Next Big Idea competition in Mercer’s version of Shark Tank. Stephanie Howard, director of the Mercer Innovation Center, explains how to enter the competition b...
For our new video series, "Bear on the Street," our Social Media Ambassadors are going out on campus to ask their peers “hard-hitting” questions, like ... What's your favorite scary movie? What do you love most about fall? Follow Chance Allen ar...
Mercer Theatre Presents Hamlet 2020 | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University Theatre will present “Hamlet 2020: The Bard Meets the Black Experience” on Oct. 21-24 and 28-31 at Tattnall Square Center for the Arts. Guest director and Mercer alumnus Charlie Thomas talks more about the production born of the...
Mercer University students are invited to take a trip back to where it all began, Penfield, on Oct. 17. Learn more about the annual Pilgrimage to Penfield trip and how to register.
You'll be ready to serve up a Southern staple after watching our latest "Cooking in the Cave." Hosts Jarvis Napier and Jimmy Brown walk us through their recipe for unforgettable shrimp and grits. Get the recipe at https://den.mercer.edu/a-cooking-in-...
Mercer staff member breaks gender barrier as NCAA football official
On weekdays, Tangela Mitchell is coordinator of student affairs services on Mercer University's Atlanta campus. But on any given weekend in the fall, she's traveling the South as a football official for the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Mitchell ...
Hispanic Heritage Celebration Concert | This Week @ Mercer
The community is invited to a free concert on the Macon campus on Oct. 16 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event is organized by Mercer's Faith in the Vaccine Ambassadors, in partnership with NotiVisión Georgia.
One of the annual highlights for fall semester is Family Weekend, a time when families of Mercer students not only can enjoy the beauty of the Macon Campus with their favorite Mercerians, but also participate in exciting activities including a footba...
Need a little help with your dance moves? Mercer Ballroom Dance Club members Noah De Mers and Sarah Storch showed us how to look cool and confident on the dance floor. Follow along as they teach the basics of the rumba in our new "How Do You Do That?...
Mercer University’s annual Be a Good NeighBear is set for Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Macon. Lauren Shinholster, coordinator of community engagement, says the event is not just an act of volunteerism but gives students a chance to meet new friends...
Job & Internship Career Expo Fall 2021 | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer students and alumni are invited to the Fall Job and Internship Expo from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 22 in Heritage Hall in the University Center on the Macon campus. Stefanie Swanger, assistant director of Mercer's Center for Career and Professional...
We're back with another "Cooking In The Cave” episode, and this time Mercer Dining chefs Jarvis Napier and Jimmy Brown demonstrate how to make a personal-sized, hassle-free brownie in a mug. Visit https://den.mercer.edu/a-quick--easy-dessert-that-y...
Mercer’s student programming board QuadWorks is celebrating its 20th birthday Sept. 10, 2021, 6-8 p.m., on Cruz Plaza. Associate Director of Campus Life Meredith Keating White shares more about the celebration and the organization that is rooted in...
Mercer Nation is excited for the return of fall football to Five Star Stadium. Coach Drew Cronic can’t wait for his Bears to run through the tunnel for a 7 p.m. kickoff Thursday night vs. Point University. Tonight’s coach’s show -- where one lu...
Opening Days on our Macon campus were a flurry of activity and excitement, and we wouldn't have had it any other way! In In our recap video, see highlights from move-in, Bear Beginnings, the First-Year Lawn Party on Cruz, Convocation and Bear Fair.
Our undergrad students are back on campus and settling into their Bear dens in the residence halls. Here's what some of our Bears had to say about our move-in days and coming to Mercer. #MercerTraditions
Mercer upgrades Fresh Foods Company to include allergen-friendly station
Mercer University's Fresh Foods Company dining hall inside Connell Student Center has a new look and some brand-new offerings, including an allergen-friendly food station.
How to Organize a Residence Hall Room | How Do You Do That?
With limited space and roommates, a little bit of organization can make a big difference in a residence hall room. Anna Bray, from Mercer's Office of Enrollment Management, offers up advice for a functional and clutter-free room in our latest "How Do...
Creamy Fettuccine with Brussels Sprouts & Mushrooms | Cooking In the Cave
Impress your friends and family with an easy pasta recipe that doesn’t take much time but packs a lot of flavor. In our latest “Cooking in the Cave” video, Mercer Dining Food Services Director Jarvis Napier and Executive Chef Jimmy Brown demons...
Mercer alumnus makes prosthetic for a puppy missing a paw
Mercer University graduate Chris Scrivner, an alumnus of the Mercer On Mission Vietnam program, went to school to make prosthetics and orthotics for people. Then, people started asking him to help their pets. Now, dogs like Goose can walk with all f...
How to hem pants, sew a button and fix a hole | How Do You Do That?
Mercer University alumna Lauren Parris demonstrates basic sewing tips that will extend the life of your clothes, including hemming pants, sewing a button and mending a tear or hole. Jump to section:
0:00 Intro
0:26 How to hem pants
4:21 How to sew a...
Class of 2021 graduate Cameron Rolling will start working toward master's degrees in coral conducting and vocal performance at the University of Missouri-Kansas City this fall. As a future educator, he hopes to cultivate skills in his students so the...
At Mercer, Louis Negron discovered a family and a safe space to grow and succeed. He gained a foundation of knowing and understanding as a School of Theology student, and he now brings that new perspective into his work in the community.
At Mercer University, Abigail Standard discovered that the best way to use her love of history would be to teach it. The Class of 2021 graduate, who now holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from the College of Education, said support from her professor...
Azizi Ray found a welcoming environment at Mercer University's College of Pharmacy, where in 2021 she earned a Pharm.D./Ph.D. degree. She plans to continue her studies at the University of Arkansas, researching how computational models of neural acti...
Class of 2021 graduate Wendy Miller not only honed her nursing skills at Mercer University but also developed her critical thinking abilities. Miller, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Georgia Baptist College of Nursing and was awa...
Career Search Techniques: Opportunities, Challenges and Personal Branding
Anne Kelly, PCC, CMCS, director of career and professional development in Mercer University’s School of Business, shares how job seekers have an opportunity to rewrite their expectations of employers. This session reviews the current landscape of ...
Strength, Courage and Wisdom: Leadership Lessons for Longevity
Dr. Nadia Barnett, LPC, NCC, ACS, and assistant professor and graduate program coordinator of human services at Mercer University, explores intrapersonal strategies for balancing multiple roles in an organization and how to maintain long-term excelle...
Netnography 101: How to Spot Business Opportunities and Needs via Social Media
Dr. Ania Rynarzewska, Mercer University assistant professor of sports marketing and analytics and business owner, discusses how shifts in political and economic environments can affect consumers and how to spot business opportunities via social media...
Touch3D Yearbook Presentation at Georgia Academy for the Blind
Mercer's School of Engineering continued its Touch3D Yearbook project this year with new editions for 2020 and 2021 graduates of Macon's Georgia Academy for the Blind. The Mercer team added an audio component for the latest yearbooks.
Becoming A Bear: A year of memories & reflections from a Mercer freshman
What's it like to become a Mercer Bear? We kept in touch with Benjamin Smith throughout his first year at Mercer, and he documented his experience for us by regularly taking photos. In our video, you'll see how he changed from his first to last days ...
Elizabeth Merchant, who earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in May, came to Mercer because of the small class sizes and the opportunity to be a student-athlete, and she gained leadership skills that she'll carry into her future. She plans ...
Vivian Madrid worked full time while earning her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Mercer University. Hands-on experience in the classroom and personal attention from her professors in the College of Education helped her realize she wants ...
Remembering the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. This #MemorialDay video tribute features Dr. Douglas Hill, music professor and director of instrumental ensembles and undergraduate studies in the School of Music, play...
Jessica Herndon had the unique experience of being employed at Mercer University while also being a student. Herndon earned a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership from the College of Professional Advancement while working in Human Resourc...
Mercer University College of Health Professions graduate Thomas Head wants to lesson the burden of infectious disease on the world. While at Mercer, Head started a HOSA — Future Health Professionals chapter at Mercer and helped with the local healt...
With a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mercer University in hand, Danielle Countryman plans to pursue a Master of Public Health in global health at The George Washington University. Study abroad was an integral part of her college experience, which led ...
Iran Hernandez Imbert, a Mercer 2021 engineering graduate, plans to one day work in the research and development sector of the automotive industry and develop different sources of sustainable energy and fuels. She hopes to make a positive impact on t...
Michelle Graham's classroom and research experiences at Mercer have given her a solid foundation and skillset for her future. A 2021 Mercer engineering graduate, she plans to change the world by getting her Ph.D. in environmental engineering and purs...
Now that she holds a Ph.D. of Philosophy from Mercer's College of Professional Advancement, Dr. Jordan Beasley wants to use her knowledge and expertise to inspire future counselors who will go out into the schools and have a positive on children. She...
How to Make a Container Garden | How Do You Do That?
Dr. Heather Bowman Cutway, a biology professor in Mercer University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, offers tips on how to plant a container garden.
Between now and May 17, 2021, some 2,223 graduates will receive Mercer University degrees at five commencements in Macon and Atlanta. Tony Kemp, associate vice president of events and special programs, believes commencement season is the most wonderf...
Mercer Ballroom Dance Club celebrates International Dance Day
Mercer University‘s Ballroom Dance Club celebrated International Dance Day April 29 with a special choreographed dance. Participating in the dance, from left to right, were Trey Dennard, a senior double-majoring in history and Spanish; Bethanyanne ...
Recreational Sports Fields Construction | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University’s newly constructed recreational sports fields will open in August along a two-block stretch beginning at the corner of Linden Avenue and Oglethorpe Street near Tattnall Square Park and the Macon Dog Park. Director of Recreational...
Mercer Dining chefs Jarvis Napier and Jimmy Brown make a beef teriyaki ramen bowl using just a handful of products available for purchase at the P.O.D. Market on Mercer University's Macon campus.
Mercer Arts Events Spring 2021 | This Week @ Mercer
The Macon campus will feature an “explosion of activities for arts and culture" on April 24, 2021, according to Julia Rubens, director of arts and marketing. Rubens said Mercerians will not want to miss out on the festivities that include an opera,...
Mercer University’s annual Bearstock music festival will take place 3-7 p.m. April 17, 2021, on Cruz Plaza. Assistant Director of Campus Life Meredith Keating White shares more about this afternoon and evening of free music and food open to the ent...
Atlanta Research Conference and BEAR Day 2021 | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer’s Atlanta Research Conference and BEAR Day will showcase research from across the University. Dr. Cameron Miller, associate professor of psychology in the College of Professional Advancement, and Dr. Adam Kiefer, Distinguished University Pro...
Malcolm Lester Phi Beta Kappa Lecture Series 2021 | This Week @ Mercer
This year’s Malcolm Lester Phi Beta Kappa Lectures will focus on how the value and importance of a liberal arts education has been challenged in the past year by the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. David Davis, assistant professor and director of national f...
Finding a creative outlet through decorating cookies | Beyond the Bear
Andrea Pendleton, director of development for the College of Pharmacy at Mercer University, took a cookie decorating class and was hooked. After posting pictures of her cookies on her Instagram page, friends and family began asking her to make cookie...
Director of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives Dr. Ansley Booker shares information about Mercer University’s upcoming Diversity Day, 3-6 p.m. April 13, 2021, on Cruz Plaza. (The event was originally scheduled for March 18 and postponed due to wea...
How to decide if grad school is right for you | How Do You Do That?
Courtney Honeycutt, coordinator of pre-graduate school advising in the Office of Academic and Advising Services at Mercer University, offers tips on how to figure out if graduate school is the right path for you and, if so, how to start the applicati...
Atlanta Science Festival Preview | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University and the Mercer Health Sciences Center are again major sponsors of the Atlanta Science Festival, held March 13-27, 2021. The festival has adapted its format to address concerns about COVID-19 by organizing more than 80 virtual, self-...
The Process of Invention | Atlanta Science Festival
Mercer Innovation Center Director Stephanie Howard explains the process of invention and challenges viewers to come up with their own problem-solving idea.
The Physics Behind the Bottle Flip Challenge | Atlanta Science Festival
How does the bottle flip challenge work? Dr. Matt Marone, associate professor of physics at Mercer University, explains the science behind the water bottle flip challenge viral trend.
Atlanta Mercer Village Construction | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University's Cecil B. Day Campus in Atlanta is finalizing transformation of 190,000 square feet of new campus housing, office space and retail development with the addition of its own Mercer Village. Kellie Appel senior vice president for stra...
Seared Salmon with a Sweet Potato Edamame Barley Bowl | Cooking in the Cave
Learn how to make this heart-healthy recipe for pan-seared salmon with a sweet potato edamame barley bowl and wilted Swiss chard, grilled ratatouille salad and mini key lime pies. Mercer University's Food Services Director Jarvis Napier and Executive...
Mercerians are encouraged to participate this week in Go Red Week, an annual observance of activities and emphasis on proper heart health. Brian Cassidy, fitness instructor at Mercer, says there are many ways that faculty, staff and students can join...
In keeping with tradition, Mercer held its annual Founders' Day program with guest speaker, Dr. Kirk A. Nooks. Dr. Nooks, a Double Bear, earned his Bachelor of Science in industrial management in 1996 and his Master of Business Administration in mark...
With the transfer of many fall sports into the spring calendar, it is a busy time for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Among the “spring sports” schedule is a full Southern Conference slate for the football team. Athletic Director Jim...
Mercer Innovation Center is in the midst of another exciting semester of entrepreneurship-focused programming. The Center’s director, Stephanie Howard, explains how students can participate in the upcoming Elevator Pitch and Next Big Idea competiti...
Mercer University Police Lt. Gary Mills and Officer Charles Platt demonstrate how to change a tire and remind us of the importance of being prepared for a roadside emergency, such as getting a flat.
Following safety guidelines, Mercer University's office of Campus Life offers many activities for students to engage in the remainder of the academic year. Meredith Keating White, assistant director of Campus Life, shares some of the many upcoming ev...
A Thank You to Our Faculty & Staff | This Week @ Mercer
As a token of appreciation for the dedication and hard work of Mercer faculty and staff, the University is making available free tickets to a couple of upcoming women’s and men’s basketball games. Candace Whaley, associate vice president for Huma...
Mercer is celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a march and program on Jan. 14 and community service activities on Jan. 16. Learn more in our story for details on how to register for the program or watch it via Zoom, as well as how to ...
Mercerians: Faithful to Our Mission, Now More Than Ever
Our lives and our world have changed in so many ways over the past year. We’ve all made sacrifices. But one thing has remained steadfast – Mercer’s commitment to educating the next generation of leaders and creators.
Liz Fabian, civic reporting senior fellow for the Center for Collaborative Journalism at Mercer University, demonstrates how to perfectly wrap a present and tie a bow.
Mercer professor creates luxury soaps and skin care | Beyond the Bear
Dr. Ania Rynarzewska, an assistant professor in the Stetson-Hatcher School of Business at Mercer University, founded Lux Leonis Skin Care to provide sustainable luxury skin care products to its customers and educational opportunities to Mercer studen...
Bear Excellence Committee for Student Service | This Week @ Mercer
During the COVID 19 pandemic, Mercer has had the opportunity to amplify its service to students. A new initiative to continue building on what the University is already doing in service to students is the creation of the Bear Excellence Committee for...
"Be Still, My Soul" performed by the Mercer Singers
“Be Still, My Soul”
performed by the Mercer Singers
Stanley L. Roberts, conductor
Augusta Schubert, violin
Alan Davis, arranger
Chris Schmitz, violin obbligato
Music: Jean Sibelius, 1899, from Finlandia
Text: Katharina von Schlegel,...
Thanksgiving Message from President Underwood | This Week @ Mercer
As the University observes its final two days of in-person classes for the fall, President William D. Underwood reflects on the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and his gratefulness for members of the Mercer community and their contributions toward prov...
Student Voting Election Day 2020 | This Week @ Mercer
With Election Day coming up, Mercer’s Coordinator for Community Engagement Lauren Shinholster explains the University’s efforts to promote student voter engagement, as well as a few tips for those students who are planning to go to the polls on T...
Student Homecoming Events 2020 | This Week @ Mercer
Homecoming 2020 is taking on a new twist this year with most activities centered around student participation, as explained by Meredith Keating White, assistant director of campus life and student involvement at Mercer University. The highlight of th...
Education and Career Choice as Central Elements to Maximizing Wealth
Dr. Nik Volkov, assistant professor of finance and program director of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program at Mercer University, defines wealth and describes how education and career choice influence an individual’s wealth. Dr. Volk...
Virtual Pilgrimage to Penfield | Mercer University
Every year, a new group of undergraduate students embark on a "Pilgrimage to Penfield" to see Mercer University's origins in Penfield, Georgia. Normally, they travel by bus to the University's first home for a day of history and celebration, but this...
National Career Development Month | This Week @ Mercer
Kim Meredith, interim executive director of Mercer’s Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD), shares information on three programs being offered in November in celebration of National Career Development Month. CCPD serves students and...
Mercer Arts Calendar Fall 2020 | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University Director of Arts Marketing Julia Rubens explains that now is a safe time to enjoy arts and culture across the University with protocols in place to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. She goes into detail regarding several exa...
Cyber Security Awareness Month | This Week @ Mercer
Now more than ever, as most everyone works more remotely and virtually, it is important to protect personal information through cyber security. Denise Rogers, executive director, IT client support services, explains how October is a great opportunity...
Mercer University has scheduled flu shot clinics on its Macon and Atlanta campuses throughout October to make it easy and convenient for students, faculty and staff to get the flu vaccine.
Even though students have made adjustments to events and activities for fall semester because of safety protocols resulting from COVID-19, Campus Life has maintained many offerings for students to enjoy. Several other major events are forthcoming, in...
Dr. Briana Stenard, assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship in Mercer University's Stetson-Hatcher School of Business, outlines how to generate new ideas and evaluate business ideas for feasibility.
Dr. Morgan Riechel, assistant professor of counseling in the College of Professional Advancement, and Jordon Beasley, certified school counselor and Counselor Education and Supervision Ph.D. candidate, explore intentional decision-making techniques a...
United Way Campaign Kick-Off 2020 | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer launches its 2020 United Way campaign Sept. 23 with a box lunch for faculty and staff. Find out more about this year's campaign and how you can "Be the Good. Be the Bear" in this video and at https://www.mercer.edu/united-way/. Make a donation...
Jacqueline Stephen, instructor of leadership studies and director of the Office of Distance Learning within Mercer University’s College of Professional Advancement, reveals best practices for leaders to establish productive virtual teams.
The Malcolm Lester Phi Beta Kappa Lectures, named after the Mercer alumnus and former dean of the College of Liberal Arts, allow the University to attract some of the most prominent figures in higher education. Dr. David Davis, associate professor an...
The Importance of Negotiating and How We Can Do Better
Dr. Elizabeth Chapman, associate professor of management at Mercer University's Stetson-Hatcher School of Business, discusses why negotiation is an important skill and addresses unique challenges and opportunities for women negotiators.
Living on campus during COVID-19 | Mercer University
Living on campus is going to be a little different this year. Here's how Mercer University is helping to keep its residential students safe during COVID-19 and providing them with the on-campus experience they've come to expect.
Mercer University breaks ground on new medical school campus in Columbus
Mercer University held a groundbreaking ceremony Sept. 3, 2020, at the site of its planned medical school campus in Uptown Columbus, Georgia, on the banks of the Chattahoochee River.
The University’s relocation and expansion of its Columbus campus...
Columbus Campus Groundbreaking Ceremony | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer University on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, held a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its planned medical school campus in Uptown Columbus on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. The University’s relocation and expansion of its Columbus camp...
Center for Executive Education Programs | This Week @ Mercer
Mercer’s Center for Executive Education is offering several programs this fall aimed at increasing specific skills in the workplace. Director Jeff Wolfe discusses upcoming FAA Drone Certification Test Prep, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate an...
Why I Wear a Mask | A Message from Mercer University's SGA
Mercer University's Student Government Association has a special video message about health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic for their fellow Bears.
Diversity and Inclusion Book Club | This Week @ Mercer
A new offering this academic year is the Mercer Social Justice Book Club. In a time of social unrest, Dr. Ansley Booker, director of diversity and inclusion, and Dr. Carol Bokros, director of pre-health professional programs, explain this is a time f...
Crosby Adams performs his original song, "Let You Go" | Beyond the Bear
Crosby Adams, a plumber at Mercer University, is a self-taught musician. He's played the streets of Nashville and auditioned for "The Voice." Here, he performs his original song "Let You Go" at Mercer Music at Capricorn in Macon, Georgia.
A plumber by trade, a performer at heart | Beyond the Bear
Crosby Adams is a plumber at Mercer University, but his true passion is performing. A self-taught musician, Adams has played guitar on the streets of Nashville and auditioned twice for "The Voice." He's also performed in local theater productions and...
Dr. Linda Brennan, former professor of management at Mercer University's Stetson-Hatcher School of Business and certified business coach, describes the formula for organizations to address change successfully both during the pandemic and beyond.
Mercer University welcomed the Class of 2024 to its Macon campus. Students moved in to their residence halls during Opening Days Aug. 12-Aug. 14, 2020.
Move-In Week took on a different look last week for the some 1,000 academic record-breaking new students on the Macon Campus. The former Move-In Day was spread out over three days to limit the number of students and their families on campus at one ti...
Mercer professor creates artist's book, entitled "Please Wear This Book," to promote mask wearing
Tennille Shuster, associate professor and director of graphic design at Mercer University, created an artist's book out of masks to raise money for COVID-19 relief in Macon, Georgia, and inspire mask wearing in the community. The book is entitled "Pl...
Dr. Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, associate professor of economics at Mercer University's Stetson-Hatcher School of Business, and Dr. Eric Kushins, assistant professor of management at Berry College, provide an overview of Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training...
Dr. Carol Cagle, associate professor of management at Mercer University's Stetson-Hatcher School of Business, describes how supply chains are facing unprecedented disruption during the pandemic and approaches to move toward supply chain resilience.
