Welcome to Embody, an exhibition exploring what it means to inhabit a body in space. The works presented here examine the tension between the physical and the spiritual, beauty and rawness, memory and invention. Featuring eight seniors of the 2026 Mercer University Class of Art and Design, this exhibition approaches the body as both subject and vessel — personal, political, imagined and real. Each artist engages embodiment through their own lens, inviting viewers to consider their own presence within the…

The Spencer B. King, Jr. Center for Southern Studies presents a talk by Shareef Cousin entitled "Death Row, Exoneration and (Re)Building A Life." The talk will be held at 5 p.m. in the Presidents Dining Room on Tuesday, April 14.

The Center for Engaged Learning invites you to the final Lunch & Learn with Lauren of the academic year! Throughout the year, the center has hosted workshops, webinars, and Lunch & Learns related to the theme “Amplifying Impact.” On April 15, we’re closing the event series with a special twist—an activity-hour breakfast focused on exploring the skills, resources, and structures Mercerians need to change the world. This event is an opportunity to provide insights that will strengthen participation in community…

Welcome to Embody, an exhibition exploring what it means to inhabit a body in space. The works presented here examine the tension between the physical and the spiritual, beauty and rawness, memory and invention. Featuring eight seniors of the 2026 Mercer University Class of Art and Design, this exhibition approaches the body as both subject and vessel — personal, political, imagined and real. Each artist engages embodiment through their own lens, inviting viewers to consider their own presence within the…

Welcome to Embody, an exhibition exploring what it means to inhabit a body in space. The works presented here examine the tension between the physical and the spiritual, beauty and rawness, memory and invention. Featuring eight seniors of the 2026 Mercer University Class of Art and Design, this exhibition approaches the body as both subject and vessel — personal, political, imagined and real. Each artist engages embodiment through their own lens, inviting viewers to consider their own presence within the…

Welcome to Embody, an exhibition exploring what it means to inhabit a body in space. The works presented here examine the tension between the physical and the spiritual, beauty and rawness, memory and invention. Featuring eight seniors of the 2026 Mercer University Class of Art and Design, this exhibition approaches the body as both subject and vessel — personal, political, imagined and real. Each artist engages embodiment through their own lens, inviting viewers to consider their own presence within the…

Nashville songwriter Conner Smith will be joined by fellow rising country music superstar Micah Fletcher on Aug. 29 to kick off Mercer University’s Ford Football Concert Series. Fletcher will take the stage at 4 p.m., followed by Smith at 5 p.m. 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…

Chelsea Rathburn, an associate professor of English at Mercer and the Poet Laureate of Georgia, will read from her new poetry collection, Broken Houses.

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…

Bixby Kennedy (Frisson, New York New Music Ensemble, Ensemble Connect: Carnegie Hall; Fabian Distinguished Artist at Mercer University) and Steven Beck (Juilliard; Da Capo Chamber Players; UMASS Amherst) present Celebration and Remembrance. The program begins with a celebration of America's 250th anniversary featuring works by George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein and exploring the connections to French composers Nadia Boulanger and Francis Poulenc.  The second half will commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11th with the world-premiere of NYC-based composer Ed Green's Night Report…