
African Film Series: “King Leopold’s Ghost”
(Part 2): Based on Adam Hochschild's 1998 historical book of the same name, the film traces the brutal legacy of King Leopold Il of Belgium. In the 1880s, Leopold began an underhanded campaign for the right to colonize the Congo Free State for himself, and once he succeeded, he turned the country into a slave camp, stripping out all valuable resources and slaughtering the locals. The film features interviews with Belgian scholars and Congolese survivors and is narrated by Don…
View EventNavigating Uncertainty: Learning and Decision-Making Among Interacting Agents
Dr. Li Zhou, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, will present a research talk entitled “Navigating Uncertainty: Learning and Decision-Making Among Interacting Agents.” This event is open to all Mercer faculty, students, and staff. It is sponsored by the Junior Faculty League.
View EventCountdown to 19: Let Your Life Speak: A Fireside Chat With President Elkins
What is your life asking of you? Join President Penny L. Elkins, Ph.D., for a moderated conversation, followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Inspired by Parker J. Palmer’s book Let Your Life Speak, the discussion will explore themes of purpose, vocation and leadership. Open to students, faculty, staff, alumni and community partners, including those who have not read the book. This event is part of Mercer University’s Countdown to 19, a university-wide celebration of the historic investiture of Penny L.…
View EventUnited Way Fridays: Yollah
Join us at Yollah Social Kitchen and Garden for a great meal for a great cause! A portion of Yollah's sales on Friday will go toward the Mercer United Way campaign. Yollah Social Kitchen and Garden 894 College St. Macon, GA 31201
View EventBearPulse 101
New to BearPulse or looking for a refresher? This hands-on training, provided by the Center for Engaged Learning, will introduce the core functions of BearPulse and help you confidently navigate the platform. Participants will learn how to post and find volunteer opportunities, manage participant sign-ups, track service hours, and document student engagement. Whether you are a community partner, faculty or staff member, or student, this session will provide the foundational knowledge needed to effectively use BearPulse to support service and…
View EventCountdown to 19: Creepy Crawly 5K
Mercer University's Physician Assistant Studies Program is proud to present the 15th annual Creepy Crawly 5K Run/Walk. We are thankful for the opportunity to study medicine and understand the positive impact we can have in the communities where we will practice. This project, which will benefit Grace Village Medical Clinic, represents our commitment to outreach while we are still students. Our program views this 5K as an opportunity to raise money for an important cause, as well as an occasion…
View EventCountdown to 19: Service of Blessing
Join the Mercer community in a service of blessing, offering prayer and spiritual support for President Penny L. Elkins, Ph.D., as she begins Inauguration Week.
View EventCountdown to 19: Harvest Fest
Mercer Panhellenic Harvest Fest on October 28 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at Greek Village, Mercer University, Macon, GA. Crafts and fun for children; all children and student groups are welcome. QR code available for organization registration.
View EventUnited Way Fridays: Francar’s
Pregame for homecoming at Francar's Buffalo Wings! A portion of the proceeds will go to our Mercer United Way campaign.
View EventFord Football Concert Series: Bottomland, Featuring Cam Smith
The Ford Football Concert Series, which will celebrate its eighth season in the fall, gives Mercer football faithful the opportunity to enjoy live music from a variety of national recording artists and local talent at Toby Town, the designated tailgating area on Black Field, which is located adjacent to Five Star Stadium. Admission to all musical performances is free. Macon product Cam Smith will open pregame festivities on Black Field at noon on October 31, with Southern rock group Bottomland…
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