Shareef Cousin: Death Row, Exoneration and (Re)Building A Life
2026-04-14 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Presidents Dining Room, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The Spencer B. King, Jr. Center for Southern Studies presents a talk by Shareef Cousin entitled “Death Row, Exoneration and (Re)Building A Life.” The talk will be held at 5 p.m. in the Presidents Dining Room on Tuesday, April 14.

MU Motion Moves Dance Classes
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Fitness Center Meeting Room
MU Motion Moves is a fun, energetic, hardworking, and passionate atmosphere, providing a safe space for students to artistically express themselves through dance. The club is all inclusive no matter what race, gender, or sexual orientation. This club was created to encompass all styles of dance including ballet, jazz, modern, lyrical, hip-hop and contemporary. The dance classes will be open for dancers with and without experience. We are meeting every Tuesday this semester from 6-7 PM in the Fitness Center Meeting Room. We are excited for you all to join us!

The Evening MBA: Information Session
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Mercer Innovation Center, 1501 Mercer University Dr, Macon, GA, 31207, United States
Join us at Mercer’s Innovation Center to discuss Mercer’s Evening MBA. During this session, we will discuss program requirements, the admissions process, and give you the chance to ask any questions you may have.
Mercer Innovation Center (Smission Complex)
College Street
Macon, GA 31207
United States

Pickleball Club
2026-04-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-16 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.

Student Composition Recital
2026-04-14 19:30 - 20:30 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The Mercer University composition studio will present several new and exciting works to the public. Enjoy a variety of sonic adventures for vocal, instrumental, and electronic media

M.S.B.A. Coffee Chat
2026-04-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Grab a cup of coffee, tea or preferred beverage and stop by online to chat about the Mercer Master’s in Business Analytics program. No official agenda. No presentation. Just an opportunity to connect with M.S.B.A. Admissions, the occasional faculty member or student and get the information you are looking for and your questions answered.

Still Small Voice
2026-04-15 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
A midweek reading and prayer.
Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Greg DeLoach, Dean, School of Theology

Techy Talk #2 — Artificial Intelligence: Friend and Foe
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Willet Auditorium
This is the second in a series of Tech Talks sponsored by the Computer Science Department entitled “AI: Friend and Foe.” It is about the rise of the AI revolution, and the best and worse use of AI chatbots, Agentic Agents and AI powered tools both in academics and in the workplace and the pros and cons of AI. Some of the Pros include the use of AI in early cancer detection, and vaccine research, its productivity gains in the workplace and in scientific research. Cons include LLM bias, hallucinations, the proliferation of misinformation, jobs disruption and cognitive decline from overreliance. A conceptual map, terminology and concepts are included together with, historical context and future trends.
Speaker’s Background

During his forty-year career, Adj. Prof. Wm. D. Chiesl has been responsible for the delivery of enterprise IT solutions to a wide range of Fortune 1000 companies. More recently, for the past five years, he’s taught mathematics and undergraduate computer science courses at Mercer University in Macon where he is also a First-Gen Mentor. He is passionate about helping students succeed in the classroom and also helping to prepare them for success in the workplace. He holds an MS in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin at Madison and a BS in Mathematics and Chemistry from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.

Prof. Chiesl began his career as a systems programmer and later took on a variety of roles as a business analyst, database designer, IT project manager, entrepreneur and IT consultant and eventually as a director of large-scale systems development division. Half his career has been with national IT consulting firms working with clients over a wide range of industries, including healthcare, financial services, energy management, manufacturing, transportation, telecommunications, and scientific research.
He has held strategic leadership roles in two cybersecurity programs for two multi-billion corporations and lectured about AI origins, practices and future trends. He has taught certification workshops in software development and risk management.

Brunch and Learn with Lauren: What Mercerians Need to Change the World
2026-04-15 10:10 - 11:00 | Connell Student Center, Conference Room 1, 1501 Mercer University Dr, Macon, 31207
The Center for Engaged Learning invites you to the final Lunch & Learn with Lauren of the academic year!
Throughout the year, the center has hosted workshops, webinars, and Lunch & Learns related to the theme “Amplifying Impact.”
On April 15, we’re closing the event series with a special twist—an activity-hour breakfast focused on exploring the skills, resources, and structures Mercerians need to change the world. This event is an opportunity to provide insights that will strengthen participation in community engagement, high-impact practices, and other engaged learning initiatives.

Exploring the World of Business Analytics Webinar
2026-04-15 12:15 - 12:45 | Online
What is Business Analytics? Do you like data as well as business? Do you want to speak the languages of data as well as business? Are you on the fence about investing in yourself and going back to school?
Join Director of Admissions Mat Edmunds online as he provides an overview of Mercer’s M.S.B.A. programs. Learn more about why you should pursue an M.S.B.A. at Mercer’s School of Business and ask any questions you may have about the admissions process.
You will have the opportunity to ask questions during the session.

Graduate Nursing Information Session
2026-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Join our virtual Graduate Nursing Information Session as we discuss admissions requirements, program details, and answer any questions you may have.

Culture Masters: Workshops for Career and Academic Success
2026-04-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Student Affairs Building, Conference Room 117
Sponsored by the Office of Global Engagement with the Center for Career and Professional Development. Focus: Mock Interview Workshop and Resume Feedback. Please register.

M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology Webinar
2026-04-15 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.

Master of Arts in Teaching: Initial Teaching Certification Webinar
2026-04-15 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 Oral Exam Practice
2026-04-15 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!

Online MBA Experience Webinar
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Join an admissions counselor for an information session about how Mercer’s online MBA can fit into your busy schedule. During the session, we will discuss course information, the admissions process, and answer any questions you may have.

Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) Information Session (VIRTUAL)
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
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 (MPH) 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 MPH 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!

Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Wednesday Night Large Group
2026-04-15 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!

Sandwich Making
2026-04-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Centenary United Methodist Church
Join Mercer DSA in making meals for the food-insecure in Middle Georgia! This event occurs every Thursday at 11 AM at the Fellowship Hall of Centenary United Methodist Church, where we make and distribute sandwiches to community fridges in the area.

Master of Family Therapy (M.F.T.) Virtual Information Session
2026-04-16 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.

Embody: 2026 Senior Art and Design Exhibition
2026-04-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-17 16:00 - 20:00 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
Welcome to Embody, an exhibition exploring what it means to inhabit a body in space. The works presented here examine the tension between the physical and the spiritual, beauty and rawness, memory and invention. Featuring eight seniors of the 2026 Mercer University Class of Art and Design, this exhibition approaches the body as both subject and vessel — personal, political, imagined and real. Each artist engages embodiment through their own lens, inviting viewers to consider their own presence within the gallery and beyond it. Embody asks you to slow down and become aware: of sensation, of emotion, of memory. It creates room for wonder, discomfort, reflection and connection. The body is not presented as fixed or singular, but as something fluid—shaped by history, environment, and lived experience. Working across ceramics, photography, illustration, fashion, performance, and expanded media, the artists build a layered environment that reflects the complexity of being human. What you encounter here is not just an image of the body, but an experience of it. Opening reception Friday, April 10 at 6 p.m.

The Surprising Truths About College Majors and Entry-Level Jobs — Research Talk by Dr. Corey Moss-Pech
2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Willet Auditorium
Dr. Corey Moss-Pech, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Florida State University whose research sits at the intersection of higher education and the labor market, will come to Macon campus to discuss his recent research book “Major Trade-Offs: The Surprising Truths about College Majors and Entry-level Jobs,” published in 2025 by the Chicago University Press.
In this book, Dr. Moss-Pech argues that not only do humanities majors learn real-world skills, but they actually use them when they graduate. But graduates with so-called practical degrees like business and engineering are much more likely to find employment and earn higher salaries, although they may not use their degree-related skills as much.
How do we understand and alleviate the general misconceptions about the liberal arts education despite the valuable skills that students acquire during their studies? Dr. Moss-Pech’s research addresses this question by following students from different majors as they enter the workforce and conducting nearly 200 interviews with roughly 90 students from different humanities as well as more practical majors (e.g., communication, English, Business, Engineering).
Of interest to students, educators, and employers, Major Trade-Offs calls on colleges and universities to advocate for liberal arts majors, leveling the playing field for students as they plan for entry-level work.

Mercer Gamers
2026-04-16 19:30 - 20:30 | Sheffield Center Gym
First and third Thursday every month
7:30 p.m. at Sheffield Gym

Roofdog
2026-04-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Capricorn Sound Studios, 530 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA, 31201, United States
Roofdog is Macon’s eclectic roots band, who’s most recent release “Dumpster Diving” reached #1 on the Roots Music Report’s ‘Acoustic Blues’ chart, spending 18 weeks in the top-ten and reaching as high as #3 on the overall ‘Blues’ chart. The song was produced by southern music legend Paul Hornsby at his local Muscadine Studio.

BCM Large Group
2026-04-16 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!

Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
2026-04-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Godsey Science Center, Spearman Godsey Science Center, Macon, 31207
Arbor Day Tree Giveaway. Free longleaf pine seedlings will be distributed to celebrate being a Tree Campus USA. Godsey Science Center Entrance

Mercer Writers' Club
2026-04-17 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.

Baseball vs. Towson
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | OrthoGeorgia Park, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA, 31207, United States
Opening game of the weekend series.
