In this first installment of the four-part Economic (in)Justice in America series, a panel will explore the inequity behind urban interstate development and the story of Macon’s Pleasant Hill community in their fight for restoration and revitalization. Panelists include Tedra Huston, Executive Director of Macon-Bibb Community Enhancement Authority; Peter Givens, President of Pleasant Hill Neighborhood Improvement Association; and Dr. Doug Thompson, Professor and Director of Spencer B. King, Jr. Center for South Studies at Mercer University. Co-sponsored by the Center…

Celebrate the start of Black History Month with black student organizations on campus.

Oxfam Hunger Banquets give you the opportunity to make a difference, both locally and globally. They are volunteer-led interactive events that bring statistics about poverty to life. Guests randomly select tickets matching real people who are high-, middle-, or low-income earners, demonstrating that where you end up is all in the luck of the draw. What will you eat the Oxfam Hunger Banquet? Where will you sit?

This is a student debate between Christian Watson and David Stokes hosted by Students for Liberty on the issue of capitalism. It will take place in the Willet Science Center auditorium.

The Mercer Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) will host the annual Educator Career Fair on Thursday, February 6, 2020, at the Mercer University Atlanta Campus from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. At the employer's discretion, some students may be invited to an individual on-campus interview from 1:30-4:30 p.m. This event is a large career fair that registers 30-40 public school systems who are looking to recruit educators. The main job being recruited for is certified teachers. The target…

Poverty is a reality for many individuals and families in Macon-Bibb. But unless you've experienced poverty, it's difficult to truly understand. The Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) bridges the gap from misconception to understanding and sensitizes community participants to the realities of poverty.

A night of painting while drinking non-alcoholic fruity cocktails. Painting supplies provided!

A clue search filled with various riddles and surprises. Students can form teams of up to 5 members and compete for a chance to win some awesome prizes. Participants must sign up with the link below in order to participate. https://forms.gle/649XbAUqacjdsBFk9

The Mercer University Center for Career and Professional Development is proud to present the Pre-Career Expo Networking Night on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. The event will take place in the Presidents Dining Room in the University Center on the Macon Campus. During this event, you will be able to meet with a select group of company recruiters to fine-tune your networking skills in a low-stress environment. This is a perfect warm-up event before the Spring 2020 Career Expo which will…

The Mercer University Center for Career and Professional Development is proud to present the Spring 2020 Career Expo on Wednesday, February 12, 2020. The event will take place at the University Center Heritage Hall. Professional Dress is required and students and alumni should come prepared with several copies of their resume. Please contact the Center for Career Development to schedule an appointment to have your resume reviewed or to speak about Career Fair and Networking Strategies. http://career.mercer.edu Students should also…