Moody Musings: The importance of practicing Mindfulness
Jayla Moody, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 19, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle, Moody Musings, Showcase
Every month, I try to set goals. It helps me reflect and recognize growth within myself, even if it’s just from a four-week span. For the month of March, I decided that I wanted to focus on mindfulness. I told myself that in March, I want to focus on appreciating the moments and the people who ...
How to Enjoy the 2018 Cherry Blossom Festival on a Budget
Adelia Henderson, Contributing Writer
March 13, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle
The International Cherry Blossom Festival is one of Macon’s trademark events that runs from March 16-25 this year. The festival is comprised of dozens of events, most of them free to attend. Here are several Cherry Blossom events to add to your calendar if you’re on a budget. Maco...
Plants you can grow in your dorm room
Laurel Huster, Opinions and Lifestyle Editor
March 13, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle
Spring is one of the most beautiful times of the year, partly due to all the plants that begin blooming. If you love plants but feel like they are hard to grow in your room, there are some plants out there that can thrive indoors. Here is a list of some of the best plants to grow in a dorm room so that ...
Saint Patrick and his Legacy
Suzanna Arul, Contributing Writer
March 13, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle
Saint Patrick’s Day—the spirited holiday celebrated by Irish and non-Irish patrons alike—is right around the corner. But, who is this Saint we annually commemorate with festive parades, pints of Guinness and green apparel? Saint Patrick was born and raised in Britain until he was captured and held ...
Bear Bites: Momma Goldberg’s Deli
Will Darragh, Staff Writer
March 9, 2018
Filed under Bear Bites, Lifestyle
Mercer Landing has attracted new restaurants as well as local and national chains. For Mercer students, especially those living at the Lofts at Mercer Landing, restaurants in this prime location are always appealing. One such restaurant is the small chain Momma Goldberg’s Deli. Momma G’s has a menu ful...
Moody Musings: How patience can help us better understand each other
Jayla Moody, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 5, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle, Moody Musings
I traveled to Cambridge, Massachusetts for a conference at Harvard Kennedy School sponsored by their Institute of Politics. The theme of the conference was “Facilitating Civil Discourse.” I thought the theme was very fitting for me because I had just traveled from a campus that was buzzing abou...
Bear Bites: The Green Plate Salad and Sandwich Shoppe
Will Darragh, Staff Writer
March 5, 2018
Filed under Bear Bites, Lifestyle
One of the greatest struggles of eating out for me as a college student is trying to find some place that is affordable, health conscious and also actually tastes good. Unfortunately, I often opt to sacrifice on the health conscious part when I am eating out. Finally, I do not have to make that sacrific...
Three spring break trips on a college budget
Laurel Huster, Opinions and Lifestyle
February 26, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle
Spring break can be so memorable for college students if they have the chance to travel with their friends. However, for most, trying to go on a great trip on a college budget poses a big problem. These are three cheaper trip ideas that are on a college budget and super fun! One thing to keep in...
How to stay safe on campus
Kate Eckrote, Contributing Writer
February 26, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle
After countless lectures and motivational posters, college students can become desensitized to the importance of safety. But as these last few weeks have exemplified, someone's safety could be threatened in an instant. Though some outside factors cannot be controlled, it is a student’s responsibil...
4 Tips for Feeling Comfortable at the Gym
Blossom Onunekwu, Staff Writer
February 15, 2018
Filed under Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Last issue, we gave you some tips on using the gym to reach your New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you’ve tried a few of the suggestions but couldn’t get over the awkwardness of being a total beginner. If you’ve never been to the gym before, working out might make you feel uncomfortable. But wit...
Bear Bites: Osaka Hibachi and Sushi
Will Darragh, Staff Writer
February 14, 2018
Filed under Bear Bites, Lifestyle
Since the completion of the Lofts at Mercer Landing, new restaurants have been seizing the opportunity to open in a location convenient to both students living in the lofts and those who do not mind the short walk from the Mercer football stadium. One of the newest additions is Osaka Hibachi and Sushi. ...
Moody Musings: What’s Inspires You? with Perry Hicks
Jayla Moody, Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 12, 2018
Filed under Lifestyle, Moody Musings
Junior chemistry major Perry Hicks wants to use her skills and her story to make the world a better place for others. During her first two years at Mercer, Hicks served as a member of the Student Government Association as a committee chair. She’s also a member of Common Ground, the gay-straight all...
