Lars Lonnroth, News Editor
August 8, 2020
A survey conducted by the Student Government Association indicates that 70% of students think a hybrid reopening model — offering a blend or a choice of in-person and virtual instruction — is the best choice for the upcoming Fall 2020 semester.
Mary Helene Hall, Managing Editor
August 6, 2020
Mercer University’s commencement ceremonies are set to take place on both the Macon and Atlanta campuses starting Aug. 7. According to Senior Vice President for Marketing Communications and Chief of Staff Larry Brumley, there will be about 1,500 total participants in the commencement ceremonies. There are 561 on the Macon campus, 826 in Atlanta and 88 from the law school. Typically, there are between 2,000 - 2,100 attendees out of around 2,600 graduates who are invited.
Mary Helene Hall, Managing Editor
August 5, 2020
Campus Life will be using an emerging virtual event platform called Degy World to facilitate Bear Fair, an event that introduces new students to Mercer’s student groups.
Juneteenth: What is it and how can we commemorate it?
Chance Allen, Lead Writer
June 19, 2020
The enslaved were “free” as the Emancipation Proclamation was finalized in 1863, but it wasn’t until two and a half years later that it was actually celebrated and implemented within society.
How to stay busy during a quarantine
Chance Allen, Staff Writer
April 15, 2020
With the spread of COVID-19 and everyone spending almost all of their time indoors, it’s important to still keep the same pace that we did when we weren’t in quarantine. Here are some tips on how to keep yourself busy and focused.
A college student’s guide to the economic stimulus bill
Emily Rose Thorne, Digital Editor
April 14, 2020
Most American adults will receive up to $1200 via direct deposit, but the bill also affects student loan payments and expands the definition of who can receive unemployment benefits.
Ivy Clarke, Lead Arts & Entertainment Writer
April 28, 2020
I’ve gathered some of my favorite LGBT musicians who are just as deserving of shower concerts and playlists for your crush.
Ivy Clarke, Lead Arts & Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2020
To get you started, here are some poets I recommend looking into, categorized by style and subject.
Micah Johnston, Sports Editor
August 5, 2020
Mercer University has announced that 35 students have tested positive for COVID-19, including 29 student-athletes.
Micah Johnston, Staff Writer
April 14, 2020
MLB is doing a fantastic job of trying to fill the void for baseball-starved fans like us. Here’s a list of everything you can watch and do to try and sate that craving for the beautiful game during your time at home.
