Conflict occurs naturally in all kinds of settings–whether it’s in personal, professional, or workplace relationships. Conflict resolution skills are necessary to address the complexity of relationships constructively. Used effectively, these skills can promote individuals’ capacities and responsibilities for making better decisions, building a sense of community, fostering mutual respect and cooperation, and developing the use of fairness as a basis for resolving disputes. If you are eager to improve your personal and professional relationships, Mercer’s Conflict Resolution program will equip…

Founders’ Day began in 1891 and was created as a celebration of Jesse Mercer’s birthday. During the mid-1990s, the Student Government Association brought Founders’ Day back to the Macon campus as one of the most cherished traditions. Join us as we celebrate this tradition as a prominent Mercerian is invited back to the University to share how Mercer has influenced his or her life.

Talented leaders are essential for an organization’s continual success. The Leadership Accelerator spans three certification series consisting of eight programs, 40 sessions, and 100 hours of leadership-focused education essential for growing into an impactful executive. Uniquely designed to expose leaders to crucial business knowledge and toolkits, participants gain a holistic perspective by examining leadership through three spheres of influence: the Micro (individual level), Meso (team level), and Macro (organizational level) environments. The changing world of business needs thriving leaders who…

A once in a lifetime opportunity to see Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF), which will be passing Earth for the first time in 50,000 years and won't be seen again for a millennia.

The Mercer University Center for Career and Professional Development presents the Annual Educator Career Fair on Feb. 2, 2023, on the Atlanta Campus. This is the premier opportunity for Mercerians to learn about school districts and career opportunities, and for employers to visit campus and meet our amazingly talented Mercerians! The career fair is open to Mercer students and alumni from all campuses, including our distance learners, who are seeking professional roles in the field of education. Mercerians can view…

Department of Informatics and Mathematics; Technology Programs: Resources and Mentoring for Students

Conflict occurs naturally in all kinds of settings — whether it’s in personal, professional, or workplace relationships. Conflict resolution skills are necessary to address the complexity of relationships constructively. Used effectively, these skills can promote individuals’ capacities and responsibilities for making better decisions, building a sense of community, fostering mutual respect and cooperation, and developing the use of fairness as a basis for resolving disputes. If you are eager to improve your personal and professional relationships, Mercer’s Conflict Resolution program…

Conflict occurs naturally in all kinds of settings–whether it’s in personal, professional, or workplace relationships. Conflict resolution skills are necessary to address the complexity of relationships constructively. Used effectively, these skills can promote individuals’ capacities and responsibilities for making better decisions, building a sense of community, fostering mutual respect and cooperation, and developing the use of fairness as a basis for resolving disputes. If you are eager to improve your personal and professional relationships, Mercer’s Conflict Resolution program will equip…

Terry Hershey is an author, humorist, inspirational speaker, dad, ordained minister, golf addict and smitten by French wine. He divides his time between designing sanctuary gardens and sharing practices of “pausing” and “sanctuary” to help us rest, renew and live wholeheartedly. Story is one of the most powerful forms of communication, and Terry is a master storyteller. He tells stories of grace and inspiration as well as sharing his gift of seeing the world with new eyes. Spending a moment…

It's not uncommon for your career to hit a fork in the road. This session will help students see career pivots as opportunities, rather than obstacles. This session will feature Trent Coggins. Trent is a triple bear and is no stranger to career pivots. He is currently serving as a faculty member of the Langdale College of Business Administration at Valdosta State University in Accounting and Business Law. He is also the Director of the Lee Center for Entrepreneurship at…