Mercer Events

Education M.Ed. and Ed.S. Webinar
2026-01-19 17:00 - 17:45 (America/New_York) | 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!
Who should attend: Current Georgia educators interested in certificate upgrades, career advancement, or fulfilling professional learning goals.
Duration: 30 minutes + live Q&A

Business Degrees for Working Adults Webinar
2026-01-20 12:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-22 17:30 - 18:00 | 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. Join Mercer’s Working Adults Undergraduate Admissions team to learn how our evening, weekend, and online curriculum can help you reach your educational goals!

KUSA’s Fundraiser
2026-01-20 14:15 - 17:15 | Connell Student Center
The Korean Undergraduate Student Association (KUSA) will be holding a fundraiser at CSC 2:15-5:15 PM on January 20th! We will be selling Dubai Chocolate Chewy Cookies which is a very popular snack in Korean right now.

The Language of Emotion in Flamenco Lecture
2026-01-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Connell Student Center, Conference Room 1, 1501 Mercer University Dr, Macon, 31207
Explore the expression, history and feeling behind flamenco. This four-part series with Elena Moro (Professional Flamenco Dancer, Visual Artist, and Photographer) invites participants to explore, experience, and capture the essence of artistic expression and cultural immersion. From the emotional intensity of flamenco performance to photographing movement, from hands-on dance practice, each session offers a unique doorway into connecting with movement, culture, and emotion. Students can attend one, several, or all sessions for a comprehensive experience.

Pre-Health Pathways Drop-In Session
2026-01-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Douglas County Regional Academic Center, 975 Blairs Bridge Road, Lithia Springs, GA, 30122, United States
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!

Pickleball Club
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Tattnall Pickleball Center, 1155 College St., Macon, GA, 31201
Pickleball Club Practice, Tuesday and Thursdays from 6:30-8 at Tattnall Courts. Admittance $3 on Tuesdays. All skill levels are welcome. Learn how to play pickleball as well as participate in competitions and games. DM Instagram @mu_pickleball.ball for GroupMe link.

Delight Weekly Meeting
2026-01-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Newton Chapel
Delight Ministries would love to invite you to our women’s Bible study held every Tuesday at 7:30 PM in the Mercer Innovation Center.
We dive into different chapters within a book of the Bible using our own study book. If you want to know more about Jesus and the spiritual journey He calls us all to take, we’re the group of sisters for you. We are excited to start back up this semester, and we would love to see you this Tuesday!
For more information, follow us on Instagram @delight_mercer!

Faculty Recital: Unseen Horizons: The Depths of Love, Longing and Disappointment
2026-01-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Faculty recital featuring Richard Kosowski and Timothy McReynolds.

Graduate Nursing Information Session
2026-01-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Join the College of Nursing Admissions team to learn more about application requirements, the application process, and how Mercer can support you in advancing your professional nursing career.

M.S. in Instructional Design & Technology
2026-01-21 17:00 - 17:45 | Online
Join the Tift College of Education for an information session regarding the admissions process and application requirements for obtaining your M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology. Explore how Mercer can support you in advancing your career.

Freezing the Moment: A Photographic, Hands-On Workshop
2026-01-21 17:00 - 19:30 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
This workshop explores emotion, movement and artistic storytelling in flamenco. This four-part series with Elena Moro (Professional Flamenco Dancer, Visual Artist, and Photographer) invites participants to explore, experience, and capture the essence of artistic expression and cultural immersion. From the emotional intensity of flamenco performance to photographing movement, from hands-on dance practice, each session offers a unique doorway into connecting with movement, culture, and emotion. Students can attend one, several, or all sessions for a comprehensive experience.

Virtual B.S.N. Information Session
2026-01-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
Join us virtually to learn more about our BSN program, admissions requirements, and the history of Mercer University’s Georgia Baptist College of Nursing.

Master of Arts in Teaching: Initial Teaching Certification
2026-01-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
Thank you for your interest in Mercer’s Master of Arts in Teaching program! Our schools and districts are in need of transformational educators, and we commend you on beginning your journey to becoming a certified educator in Georgia. Mercer’s Tift College of Education is the largest private preparer of educators in the state of Georgia. Join us for a webinar to discuss our programs for initial teacher certification. During this webinar, we will cover the certification rules in Georgia in general before taking a deep dive into Mercer’s MAT program. We look forward to chatting with you there about all that Mercer has to offer.

La Mesa Game Night
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Connell Student Center, Conference Room 3, GA, United States
Hola Hola! BIENVENIDOS A LA MESA! 🧡 La Mesa is excited to announce our meeting dates for the Spring 2025 semester! Everyone is welcome to come and practice their Spanish skills through fun and interactive meetings. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Africa Film Series
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Stetson Hall, Room 251
Half of a Yellow Sun is a 2013 Nigerian drama film directed by Biyi Bandele and based on the novel of the same name by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The film is historical fiction that begins during the first Nigerian Independence Day on Oct. 1, 1960 and concludes at the end of the Nigerian Civil War in 1970. This story is told through a captivating love story that delivers an unforgettable cinematic experience.

Men's Basketball vs. Western Carolina
2026-01-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Hawkins Arena, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The Bears battle the Catamounts in SoCon action.

Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Wednesday Night Large Group
2026-01-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Penfield Hall, Macon, GA, 31207, United States
RUF is a Christian community for the committed and the curious. Join us every Wednesday for free dinner starting at 8PM followed by a time of singing and teaching at 8:30PM. Come check it out! We’d love to have you!

Psychology, World Humanities and Human Services Drop-In Q&A Session
2026-01-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Online

Master of Family Therapy (M.F.T.) Virtual Information Session
2026-01-22 16:00 - 17:00 | ZOOM, United States
Join our MFT program director for a virtual information session to help you decide if our program is right for you and to more fully explore how the program may fit into your goals. You will find it a great way to learn more about the MFT program itself and ask any specific questions that you might have.
This program is not a drop in, but a Presentation and Q&A based event.

Flamenco Class for Beginners Workshop
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:00 | University Center Intramural Courts
Learn basic flamenco steps, rhythm and movement. This four-part series with Elena Moro (Professional Flamenco Dancer, Visual Artist, and Photographer) invites participants to explore, experience, and capture the essence of artistic expression and cultural immersion. From the emotional intensity of flamenco performance to photographing movement, from hands-on dance practice, each session offers a unique doorway into connecting with movement, culture, and emotion. Students can attend one, several, or all sessions for a comprehensive experience.

Women's Basketball vs. Furman
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Hawkins Arena, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The Bears battle the Paladins in SoCon action.

BCM Large Group
2026-01-22 20:00 - 21:00 | Mercer Innovation Center, 1501 Mercer University Dr, Macon, GA, 31207, United States
Large Group hosted by BCM every Thursday at 8:00 PM in the Mercer Innovation Center.
Come fellowship and worship with us every Thursday night!

Study Abroad and Mercer On Mission Opportunities in Botswana
2026-01-23 10:10 - 11:00 | Science and Engineering Building (SEB) 110 Auditorium
This is a presentation by Lisa Jamu (Founder and Executive Director) and Beauty Mogasha (Program Director) of Stepping Stones International in Botswana, Africa. They will talk about study abroad and Mercer On Mission partnership opportunities between Mercer University and Stepping Stones International.

Pre-Health Pathways Office Hours
2026-01-23 12:30 - 13:30 | Online

Mercer Writers' Club
2026-01-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Ryals Hall, Room 205
Writers’ Club Meeting Every Friday at 5pm in Ryals Hall 205. Chill and write in a distraction-free environment. Meet other writers. Share and discuss your work.
To request alternative formats or other accommodations for a disability for this event, please contact the event organizer at least seven days before the event date.

Hilos al Aire: Flamenco Presentation
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:30 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
This four-part series with Elena Moro (Professional Flamenco Dancer, Visual Artist, and Photographer) invites participants to explore, experience, and capture the essence of artistic expression and cultural immersion. From the emotional intensity of flamenco performance to photographing movement, from hands-on dance practice, each session offers a unique doorway into connecting with movement, culture, and emotion. Students can attend one, several, or all sessions for a comprehensive experience.
This session featues a live performance where flamenco, spoken poetry and photography come together. Through movement, voice and image, Elena Moro explores the invisible threads “hilos” that connect emotion and memory, revealing the stories that shape our lives.
Sponsored by: World Languages and Cultures, Women and Gender Studies, Philosophy, Film and Media Studies, and Art

Alumni Recital: Caroline Cooke, Soprano
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Soprano Caroline Cooke is an alumna of the Eastman School of Music, where she earned her Master’s degree in vocal performance and literature. Favorite past roles include Musetta (La bohème), Zerlina (Don Giovanni), Stella (Le dernier Sorcier), Meg March (Little Women: The Musical), and Belinda (Dido and Aeneas). She appeared in Eastman Opera Theatre’s recent productions of Dido and Aeneas (First Witch), Dialogues des Carmélites (Soeur Anne de la Croix), and Florencia en el Amazonas. While completing her bachelor’s degree at Mercer University’s Townsend School of Music, Caroline was featured in comedic roles in Guys and Dolls (Hotbox Dancer/Mimi) and Viva La Mamma! (Luigia). A native of Macon, Georgia, Caroline performs regularly in the Southeastern United States, both on the operatic and concert stage. Her career has also taken her to the West Coast, singing roles such as Musetta in La bohème, and performing scenes as Susanna (Le nozze di Figaro) and Zerlina (Don Giovanni) with Source/Filter Music Collective, a company dedicated to bringing new, exciting interpretations of opera to Southern California.

Preview Day 2026
2026-01-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Mercer Law School, 1021 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United States
Join faculty, staff, alumni, and, current students to experience the Mercer Law community.
The event will include information on the admissions process, financial aid opportunities, a student and alumni panel, and a campus tour.
