Mercer Events

Fall Into Education – Education Showcase
2025-11-10 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Trustees Dining Room, 3001 Mercer University Drive, Atlanta, 30341
Join us for Fall Into Education, a warm and engaging event designed for graduate students, working adult undergraduates, faculty, and prospective students. This unique mixer creates space for current and future educators to connect, learn, and be inspired—whether you’re beginning your career in education or seeking to advance as a leader in the field.

Let’s Talk Psychology: A Webinar for Working Adults
2025-11-10 11:00 - 11:30 | Online
Mercer University continues to offer innovative programs that connect you to opportunities in today’s workplace. Our programs are designed specifically for working adults, making it possible for you to manage the important things in life while pursuing any one of our industry-focused programs. Please join Mercer’s Office of University Admissions to learn how our evening, weekend, and online curriculum can help you reach your educational goals!

Macon Traditional Undergraduate Tutoring
2025-11-09 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Academic Resource Center, Ryals Hall, Macon, GA, 31207-1515, United States
The ARC provides free, drop-in tutoring to students on the Macon Campus; no appointments are necessary. Peer tutors offer assistance with writing, mathematics, the sciences, foreign languages, and a variety of other academic disciplines. During the fall and spring semesters, tutoring labs are open Sunday-Thursday from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Visit our Macon Traditional Undergraduate Schedule webpage for schedule information.

Inaugural Recital on the New Desautels Organ in Fickling Hall
2025-11-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Organist Jack Mitchener performs celebratory works by Bach, Dupré, Eben, Guilmant, Hailstork, Laurin, Lebègue, and Mendelssohn on the stunning new Desautels organ. Handcrafted near Montréal over three years by François Desautels, the instrument features mechanical key action, 27 voices, 34 ranks, and 1,693 pipes in a solid cherry case. A protégé of Hellmuth Wolff and Karl Wilhelm, Desautels brings old-world artistry to this magnificent new organ, an instrument built to inspire.

A Night at the Grand Guignol: The Crimson Stage, When My Body Cried Out
2025-11-09 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College Street, Macon, 31207
Inspired by the shock and spectacle of The Grand Guignol, this original production dives into the macabre with a series of short, visceral plays that explore humanity’s darkest impulses. Blending horror, humor, and theatrical illusion, the show confronts audiences with tales of madness, revenge, and the grotesque. It’s a thrilling homage to early horror theatre that challenges the line between terror and entertainment.

Men's Basketball vs. Lipscomb
2025-11-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Hawkins Arena, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Home opener for the men’s basketball team. Game is among those included in the ASUN vs. SoCon Challenge. Tipoff TBA.

Volleyball vs. Wofford
2025-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Hawkins Arena, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Final home match of the season for the Bears.

Dotan Appelbaum: Severe Optimism Exhibition
2025-11-08 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-07 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-06 16:00 - 20:00 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
October 3-November 23
Dotan Appelbaum: Severe Optimism
McEachern Art Center, open Thurs.-Sat. 4 p.m.-8 p.m.
Severe Optimism is an exhibition of new work by artist, maker, and writer Dotan Appelbaum. This body of work reflects on the life and ideas of 19th-century English designer and craftsman William Morris, reconsidering their meaning in today’s world. For Morris, design was a way to make sense of the Industrial Revolution and its impact on labor, modes of making, and the built environment. As society now undergoes a digital industrial revolution, these concerns remain urgent. Opening reception October 3 at 6 p.m.

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Songs in Passage
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Night Train, Blue Train, Take the A Train. All the trains, plus Road Time Shuffle, Road Song, and many more.

Volleyball vs. UNC Greensboro
2025-11-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Hawkins Arena, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Southern Conference action between Mercer and UNCG.

Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) Information Session (VIRTUAL)
2025-11-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, GA, United States
Are you driven to make a significant impact on public health and eager to take your passion to the next level? Discover Mercer University’s Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) program in Atlanta, Georgia! Join us for an engaging virtual information session where you’ll explore the expansive world of public health. Whether you’re just beginning your research or ready to apply this year, this is your chance to delve into our comprehensive graduate program. Learn about our dynamic curriculum, ask detailed questions about the admissions process, and find out how an M.P.H. degree can empower you to achieve your career goals. With the flexibility to complete courses fully online, in person at our vibrant Atlanta campus, or through a hybrid model, our program is designed to fit your lifestyle. Don’t miss this opportunity to ignite your passion for public health and embark on a journey to make a real difference in communities around the world. Register now on the website connect link and step into an exciting future with Mercer University!

Mercer University School of Medicine Groundbreaking
2025-11-07 10:30 - 11:30 | 801 Riverside Dr., 801 Riverside Dr., Macon, Georgia, 31201
Mercer University President William D. Underwood and Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester M. Miller cordially invite you to the Groundbreaking for the Mercer University School of Medicine and associated mixed-use development. The ceremony will be livestreamed here: https://www.facebook.com/MaconBibbCounty.

Mercer Student Pharmacist Experience
2025-11-07 09:45 - 14:00 | Moye Pharmacy and Health Sciences Center
Get an inside look at life as a Mercer student pharmacist! Join us to connect with current students and sit in on an integrated patient care lab, where classroom learning meets hands-on skills. See what it’s really like to prepare for your future as a pharmacist. Come with your questions and leave with an inside perspective on the journey to pharmacy school and beyond.

Kinesiology and Public Health Day in the Life
2025-11-07 09:30 - 14:00 | Mercer University Macon Campus, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA, 31207, United States
Participate in a tailored classroom experience, meet faculty, connect with current students, tour our historic Macon campus, and more. Day in the Life experiences are available to high school juniors and seniors.

Engineering Day in the Life
2025-11-07 09:30 - 14:00 | Mercer University Macon Campus, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA, 31207, United States

Biology and Chemistry Day in the Life
2025-11-07 09:30 - 14:00 | Mercer University Macon Campus, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA, 31207, United States

BCM Large Group
2025-11-06 20:00 - 21:00 | Newton Chapel
Large Group hosted by BCM every Thursday at 8:00 PM in Newton Chapel. Come fellowship and worship with us every Thursday night!

Mercer Gamers
2025-11-06 19:30 - 20:30 | Sheffield Center Gym
The Mercer Gamers meet the first and third Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in Sheffield Gym on the Atlanta campus.

Women's Basketball vs. Clemson
2025-11-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Hawkins Arena, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Home opener for the women’s basketball team hosting the Clemson Tigers.

Mike Jacobs Coach's Show
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Wild Wing Cafe, The Shoppes at River Crossing, 5080 Riverside Drive, Suite 100, Macon, GA, 31207, United States
Mercer football head coach Mike Jacobs joins longtime Mercer Radio Network play-by-play announcer Rick Cameron each Thursday evening for the 2025 Mike Jacobs Coach’s Show on stage at the Wild Wing Café in north Macon.
Fans are encouraged to attend the live broadcast of the show which will be held every Thursday evening throughout the 2025 season from 7-8 p.m. at the Shoppes at River Crossing location. The show is slated to preview that week’s opponent for the Bears, as well as highlight select players, coaches and members of the Mercer Football community.
The show is broadcast on SportsMic Radio. Those unable to attend can also watch live via the Mercer Football Facebook page.

Advance Your Career: Upgrade Your Teaching Certificate With an M.Ed. or Ed.S.
2025-11-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
Ready to take the next step in your teaching career?
Join us for a quick and informative webinar designed specifically for Georgia educators looking to upgrade their teaching certificate and advance professionally. Whether you’re interested in deepening your classroom impact or stepping into leadership roles, Mercer University offers graduate programs that align with your professional learning goals and support continued growth.
In this session, you’ll learn about:
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) – The Advanced Teacher program, designed to expand your teaching philosophy and equip you with advanced data analysis and research skills.
The fully online Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) – The Accomplished Teacher degree, tailored for experienced educators seeking to deepen their knowledge and credentials.
The Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership program, which includes in-field Coaching and Teacher Leader endorsements to prepare you for mentoring, data-driven leadership, and instructional coaching roles.
Whether you’re pursuing excellence in the classroom or preparing to lead others, Mercer’s programs are built to empower, inspire, and elevate your career. Join us to learn how you can turn your professional learning plan into a powerful next step!

Education Admissions Drop-In Q&A
2025-11-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
Have questions about Mercer University’s graduate programs in education? Join us for an Admissions Q&A Drop-In Zoom Session. This open Zoom session allows you to log-in at your convenience, ask your questions, and get personalized guidance from our admissions team.
Whether you’re curious about admissions requirements, application deadlines, or which program is the best fit for your career goals, we’re here to help.
Programs You Can Explore:
Initial Teacher Certification Programs (M.A.T.)
Advanced Teacher Education (M.Ed. – The Advanced Teacher; Ed.S. – The Accomplished Teacher)
Educational Leadership (M.Ed., Ed.S., Ph.D.)
Higher Education Leadership (M.Ed., Ph.D.)
Independent and Charter School Leadership (M.Ed.)
Instructional Design and Technology (M.S.)

Faculty Research and Teaching Exchange
2025-11-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Stetson Hall, Room 137, Macon
The Faculty Research & Teaching Exchange is a series of events in which faculty members share their research and teaching efforts in a small-group setting. The goal is to spark new connections between faculty members across colleges and schools. Meetings are held in Stetson 137 on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons of selected weeks.
September 17: Dr. Cameron Kunzelman and Dr. Phoebe Moon, CLAS
September 25: Dr. Carol Sargent, Stetson-Hatcher School of Business
October 1: Dr. Katie Northcutt, CLAS
October 15: Dr. Laura Simon, CLAS
October 22: Dr. Adam Keath, Tift College of Education
October 23: Dr. Katie Roseau, CLAS
November 6: Dr. Addie Buerck, Engineering
November 13: Dr. Nathan Myrick, Townsend School of Music

How Data Science Is Transforming the Professional Marketplace — Master's in Data Science Webinar
2025-11-06 12:00 - 12:30 | Online
Mercer University continues to offer innovative graduate degree programs that connect you to opportunities in today’s workplace. Our programs are designed for all students, making it possible for you to manage the important things in life while pursuing a degree in any one of our industry-focused programs. Mercer’s M.S. in Data Science equips you with the practical skills and experience needed to meet machine learning job requirements by working with real-world data. As a graduate student, you will manipulate data sets and develop in-demand expertise through LLM online courses that explore advanced machine learning, deep learning, and AI applications.
