Lauded for her musical confidence and "sparkling vocal pyrotechnics," lyric coloratura soprano Diana Thompson will perform a beguiling program of art songs, arias, and Broadway standards guaranteed to delight. Featured on the program will be Ms. Thompson's haunting portrayal of the "Mad Scene" from Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor.

Diana Thompson will lead a select group of Mercer University voice majors in a master class that touches on vocal technique, acting for vocalists, lyric diction, vocal artistry, musicianship, and other areas of interest pertinent to the development of the pre-professional voice. The master teacher's instruction will be specifically tailored to the needs of the individual student.

Ready for some Mercer men's basketball. Your first chance is this exhibition game at Hawkins Arena.

Amy Schwartz Moretti, violin; Emily Brandenburg, viola; Edward Arron, cello; Jeffrey Turner, bass; and McDuffie Center Young Artists Center Distinguished Bassist Jeffrey Turner, known for his versatile career as an orchestral musician, chamber musician and teacher, brings his wealth of knowledge, joining forces with guest artist cellist Edward Arron, McDuffie Center Faculty and young artists for an evening of spectacular Czech music. From the lesser-known works of Martinu's Duo for Violin and Cello No. 1 and the Songs of Josef…

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Mercer University is dedicated to giving you the education and tools you need to successfully accomplish your professional ambitions. Experience how Mercer equips you for success and learn actionable tips to achieve your career goals from Mercer graduate and NCAA champion, Marlon Williams during the next Wednesday Webinar, How to Tackle Your Career Goals on October 30.

The Service Leadership Conference is an event that showcases numerous organizations throughout Macon that have volunteer opportunities available for any and all students. If you are looking for a way to get involved in the community, this is the event for you!

Come out for a fun evening of crafts and activities with Mercer's student organizations on Wednesday, Oct 30 from 5-7pm. The event is in Mercer's Greek Village on the Macon campus. Free for the community! Wear your costumes and bring a bag for treats and candy! HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

4th Annual Fall Ethics Series Dr. James Bumpus Director, Economic Development, Hampton, Georgia Immigration in American is a political lightning rod with a considerable amount of incendiary rhetoric about the issue. Some have engaged in demonizing immigrants as criminals, deviants and undercover terrorists. Should there be provisions for amnesty? What are the pathways to full citizenship? What of the humanity of those immigrating? These and other questions will be considered as we explore the ethical and moral teachings of the…

**MIDNIGHT SHOWING OF EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL** Presented by Mercer Players, Directed by Chas Pridgen. General admission is $15, $10 with valid Mercer I.D. To reserve tickets, call The Grand Opera House box office at (478) 301-5470 or visit tickets.mercer.edu.