K.D. Robertson, Contributing Writer
February 25, 2020
“This is definitely the most programs and largest group of students we’ve ever had going over spring break for faculty-led programs,” said Study Abroad Coordinator Rebekah Anaya in an email to The Cluster.
Natalie Yaeger, Lead News Writer
February 15, 2020
“My book examines the role that Southern literature, and to a degree the study of Southern literature in universities, played in Cold War culture in the United States in the 20th century,” Dominy said. “This was important for the time because the United States was actively expanding its political system and interests to counter global interventions from the communists in the USSR.”
McKenna Kaufman, Contributing Writer
February 15, 2020
“Spring Break for Service'' has been a MerServe tradition for several years. This year, the four-day event is centered around hunger and homelessness in Macon’s community.
What I learned during my first semester of college
McKenna Kaufman, Staff Writer
February 25, 2020
While I had anticipated an influx of knowledge and ideas that I had never encountered before, the lessons I learned in five short months spanned far past my academics and instead impacted how I approached my life as a student, woman, young adult and member of society.
Beyond the Diagnosis: How I dealt with bipolar disorder when transitioning to college
Mandi DeLong, Staff Writer
February 14, 2020
Just because my emotions can swing from one extreme to the other doesn’t mean I’m dangerous, but it does make me worry that they’ll think I am.
What are Macon’s best thrift stores?
Ivy Clarke, Lead Arts & Entertainment Writer
February 12, 2020
Why thrift? Perhaps you are a storyteller, a collector of unique items with mystical origins. Maybe you’re environmentally-oriented and constantly on the lookout for ways to reduce your personal waste footprint. Or you just might be a college student in need of a wardrobe and dorm decor that won’t obliterate your budget.
Emily Rose Thorne, Digital Editor
February 25, 2020
At first glance, the show seems like it wants to warn viewers of the dangers of social media, but the players’ disdain for catfish reveals the deeper message: even online, people want to see real, authentic humans and forge connections with them.
Natalie Yaeger, Lead News Writer
February 14, 2020
“These rooms are for bands that need to practice, people that want to have more professional space. It’s for students, which is great since students can’t really just put a drum set in their dorm room,” said Mercer graduate Andrew Eck.
Kayla Davis, Contributing Writer
February 13, 2020
As of Feb. 9th, the Mercer Bears have a record of 12-13 for the 2019-2020 season. Their next home game will be on Feb. 15 against UNCG and on Feb. 19 against Samford.
Samantha Homcy, Contributing Writer
February 12, 2020
Mercer men’s lacrosse has officially kicked off their 2020 season, and it’s already looking to be one for the books.
