Making a lasting impact: Mercerians in the Peace Corps and Fulbright
Natalie Yaeger, Lead News Writer
September 12, 2019
The Cluster checks in with recent alumni performing service across the globe, from a Peace Corps volunteer in Ethiopia to a Fulbright scholar in the Czech Republic.
Pro-Bono Mercer Law program set to begin its thirteenth year
Zaira Khan, Contributing Writer
September 10, 2019
The clinic, since its conception in 2006, has assisted with over 90 cases in Georgia and won over half of them. The clinic is the only one of its kind in the state.
New space provides more opportunities for Access and Accommodations
Mary Helene Hall, Contributing Writer
September 10, 2019
Besides a change in physical location, the Office of Access and Accommodations will implement several updates for the 2019-2020 school year.
“All for One, and One for All”: Mercer and the United Way’s latest campaign to make a difference
Natalie Yaeger, Lead News Writer
September 10, 2019
Mercer University and the United Way have developed a campaign focused on fighting for health, education and economic stability for all.
Mercer announces new beer garden
Marianna Bacallao, Editor-in-Chief
August 14, 2019
Mercer University Athletics will be partnering with the Macon Beer Company to host a “bear” garden during football games. The garden will be located on Black Field, next to Five Star Stadium.
Student government gears up for the year ahead
Elizabeth Tammi, News Editor
August 14, 2019
Vice President Michaela Jones and President Adam Penland of the Student Government Association (SGA) plan to strengthen mental health services and improve communication between the student body and SGA.
New for iPhone and Apple Watch: The Bear Card
Emily Rose Thorne, Digital Editor
August 14, 2019
Students and faculty at Mercer University can ditch their plastic IDs, known as Bear Cards, for a digital version this year — if they have an Apple device, that is.
New campus-wide renovations to prepare for the 2019-20 year
Natalie Yaeger, Lead News Writer
August 14, 2019
Every summer, Mercer University budgets for new renovations while most students are off campus. “You have to think about how you renew your campus and make your investments wisely,” said James Netherton, the executive vice president for administration and finance. After looking into what...
Mercer class helps organize Take Back the Night march to support domestic violence survivors
Ian Henshaw, Contributing Writer
April 23, 2019
Mercer students combined efforts with the Crisis Line and Safe House of Central Georgia to host a march in support of domestic violence survivors in Macon.
Penland and Jones elected SGA president and vice president
Kylie Brown, Contributing Writer
April 11, 2019
Student Government Association (SGA) announced March 27 that Adam Penland will serve as SGA president for a second term. Junior Michaela Jones was elected vice president. “I ran again because there is still more to be done,” Penland said. “I have a unique opportunity since I am a junior to co...
Novice division of Mercer debate team places first in national competition
Jacob Lugenbeel, Contributing Writer
April 10, 2019
The Mercer University debate team had a strong showing at The National Parliamentary Debate Association’s championship, with the novice team sweeping the competition to earn a first-place win. The tournament was held March 14-17 at the University of Utah. Mercer’s team, comprised of both the novic...
Mercer Police looks to clear parking confusion
Rylee Kirk, Lead News Writer and Advertising Manager
April 10, 2019
Mercer University Police, or Merpo, have responded to student concerns throughout the semester about parking rules and tickets on campus. In an email to students March 8, Merpo said that fines were being placed on students’ accounts in advance of course registration, which began March 11. “Many of these...