Start your Mercer journey by learning how to make your voice heard! Mercer Votes will be tabling in all first-year residence halls during Opening Day move-in to help new students prepare for the upcoming primary elections and understand their voting options while attending college. Whether you're registered in Georgia or another state, we'll help you navigate the voting process, answer your questions, and connect you with nonpartisan resources so you can participate in elections with confidence. At Mercer, civic engagement…

Looking to get involved at Mercer? Bear Fair is the perfect place to start! Join us to explore the wide variety of student organizations, clubs, and campus involvement opportunities available at Mercer University and the Macon community. Whether you're interested in leadership, service, academics, recreation, cultural organizations, special interests, or professional development, there's a place for you to connect with fellow Bears who share your passions. Stop by to meet student leaders, learn about organizations, ask questions, and discover how…

Join MerServe for our monthly Service Saturday as we partner with local nonprofit organizations to make an impact in the Macon community! Each month, students have the opportunity to serve with one of our rotating community partners, offering a variety of volunteer experiences that support local organizations and address community needs. Whether you're passionate about education, food security, environmental sustainability, or supporting neighbors in need, there's a service opportunity for everyone. No prior experience is necessary, just bring a willingness…

Join MerServe for our monthly Service Saturday as we partner with local nonprofit organizations to make a impact in the Macon community! Each month, students have the opportunity to serve with one of our rotating community partners, offering a variety of volunteer experiences that support local organizations and address community needs. Whether you're passionate about education, food security, environmental sustainability, or supporting neighbors in need, there's a service opportunity for everyone. No prior experience is necessary, just bring a willingness…

Celebrate National Voter Registration Day with the third annual Registration & Ramen! Join Mercer Votes in Cruz Plaza as we celebrate this national civic holiday by helping students get election ready. Stop by to check your voter registration status, learn about your voting options while in college, ask questions about the voting process, and enjoy a complimentary packs of ramen while supplies last! Whether you're registering for the first time, updating your registration after moving, or just want to make…

Being a Bear means being a good neighbear! Join MerServe for Be a Good NeighBEAR, an annual day of service dedicated to giving back to the Macon community that we are proud to call home. Students will work alongside local nonprofit organizations and community partners on a variety of service projects that help strengthen our neighborhoods and build lasting community connections. Whether you're new to volunteering or a seasoned service leader, this is a great opportunity to meet fellow students,…

The voter registration deadline is almost here, are you election ready? Stop by the Mercer Votes table to make sure you're prepared for the upcoming general election! Whether you need to register to vote, update your registration after moving, verify your registration status, or simply have questions about voting while in college, we're here to help. Mercer Votes provides nonpartisan voter information and resources to ensure every student has the opportunity to participate in our democracy. It only takes a…

Staying on campus for Fall Break? Spend part of your break making a difference! Join MerServe's Fall Break for Service, an alternative stay-break opportunity designed for students who are on campus during Fall Break and want to give back to the Macon community while connecting with fellow Bears. Participants will volunteer with local community partners on service projects that address community needs while building friendships with other students who are spending the break on campus. Whether you're passionate about serving…

The voter registration deadline is here. Are you election ready? Stop by the Mercer Votes table to make sure you're prepared for the upcoming general election! Whether you need to register to vote, update your registration after moving, verify your registration status, or simply have questions about voting while in college, we're here to help. Mercer Votes provides nonpartisan voter information and resources to ensure every student has the opportunity to participate in our democracy. It only takes a few…

Every year, Mercer University plans a weekend for families of our students to visit our beautiful campus and experience a day in the life of their student(s). Registration is recommended for the weekend. Mercer Family Weekend 2026 will occur on October 9-11! Enjoy family friendly events all weekend!

Join MerServe for our monthly Service Saturday as we partner with local nonprofit organizations to make an impact in the Macon community! Each month, students have the opportunity to serve with one of our rotating community partners, offering a variety of volunteer experiences that support local organizations and address community needs. Whether you're passionate about education, food security, environmental sustainability, or supporting neighbors in need, there's a service opportunity for everyone. No prior experience is necessary, just bring a willingness…

SGA and the Heritage Life Committee are excited to invite you to one of Mercer’s time-honored traditions, Pilgrimage to Penfield. Students will be given a tour of Mercer’s history at its founding site. All attendees will be provided lunch and a free gift.

Rev up for National Vote Early Day with Mercer Votes: Pit Stop to the Polls! Before you head to the polls, make one quick pit stop with Mercer Votes! Inspired by a race day pit stop, this event is designed to help students get race-ready for early voting by providing the information and resources they need to cast their ballot with confidence. Stop by to: Grab snacks for the "road" Get directions to local early voting locations Pick up a…

Watch Mercer's student organizations compete in Quadworks' Annual Homecoming Lip Sync Battle, then join us for the Homecoming Pep Rally, where the Homecoming Court will be announced!

Join MerServe for our monthly Service Saturday as we partner with local nonprofit organizations to make a impact in the Macon community! Each month, students have the opportunity to serve with one of our rotating community partners, offering a variety of volunteer experiences that support local organizations and address community needs. Whether you're passionate about education, food security, environmental sustainability, or supporting neighbors in need, there's a service opportunity for everyone. No prior experience is necessary, just bring a willingness…

This holiday tradition, hosted by the Student Government Association, annually draws hundreds of students as well as faculty, staff, and their families. The Mercer Singers lead the audience in carols, the University minister offers a Christmas meditation, and faculty/staff members entertain the audience with a traditional Christmas reading. The event concludes with the lighting of the Mercer Christmas tree and is followed by Winter Wonderland in Mercer Village.

Founders’ Day is an annual event organized by the Student Government Association, during which notable alumni address the student body and share their experiences in life and at the University. In the mid-1990s, the Student Government Association revitalized Founders’ Day on the Macon campus, making it one of the most cherished traditions.

Each March, Macon becomes a pink, cotton-spun paradise as hundreds of thousands of Yoshino cherry trees bloom in all their glory. Originally a sleepy Southern town, Macon has now become a bustling center of beauty and international friendship.

Join us on campus for a fun-filled showcase extravaganza featuring live student performances and local artists that will take you on a global journey. Enjoy delicious food with vegetarian options from food trucks offering a variety of flavors. Whether you’re here for the food, music, student experiences, or to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.

Bearstock is put on by Quadworks, Mercer's student programming board, which has been putting on Bearstock for over 16 years. Each year, Quadworks hosts a variety of bands and well-known artists for a day of fun and enjoyment.