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“Bear Crossing” graphic

Senior Column: Why saying goodbye to Mercer feels just a little different

April 25, 2019
Mercer Police is located on the edge of campus on Winship Street. Archived photo by Jenna Eason.

Mercer student threatened with gun near Stadium Drive Bridge

September 24, 2018
Her Story: Sexual assault victims raise concerns over reporting process

Her Story: Sexual assault victims raise concerns over reporting process

April 12, 2018
Adam Penland (left) and Brycen Higdon (right) shake hands after the SGA Q&A.

SGA Campaigning Suspended After Breaches of Election Code of Conduct

March 28, 2018
As part of a protest organized by Common Ground member and FORGE Vice President James Stair, students attended Founders' Day draped in rainbow flags.

Jay Sekulow delivers 2018 Founders’ Day address despite student opposition

February 7, 2018
Joseph Muldrew is the Freshman Class President.

[Photo] Opinion: SGA senator speaks out against Sekulow

February 6, 2018
Students raise concerns about speaker selection for Founder's Day

Students raise concerns about speaker selection for Founder’s Day

January 25, 2018
President Underwood offering 10,000 reward after shots fired at students in Mercer Village

President Underwood offering 10,000 reward after shots fired at students in Mercer Village

January 11, 2018
An anonymous flyer reading

“It’s okay to be white” flyer found on campus

November 15, 2017
Amberly Proctor, the current Miss Muscogee Creek Nation, traveled to the Ocmulgee Indian Festival following the reburial of her ancestors.

Native remains ‘back where they belong’ after reburial at Ocmulgee

November 10, 2017
Investing in a Keurig or other coffee maker will save you money over time. Taking trips to a coffee shop to drop $5 on a specialty coffee every day can become costly.

Ten ways to save money in college

August 22, 2017
A member of the popular

[Photo] Macon Rocks

August 17, 2017
Nathan Watson poses in front of a wall of bikes at the Learn and Earn Bike Shop in Macon.

Nathan Watson is along for the ride at Learn and Earn

August 14, 2017
A Freedom School student raises his hand to ask a question during morning warm ups. The fifty students who attend Freedom School meet at St. Paul's Episcopal Church every morning for Harambe, a Swahili word that means

Middle Georgia welcomes first Freedom School

August 11, 2017
A student waits for instruction during morning warm ups at Freedom School. The fifty students who attend Freedom School meet at St. Paul's Episcopal Church every morning for Harambe, a Swahili word that means

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August 11, 2017
Anastasia Winfield, sophomore, will spend her summer in Tanzania after earning a Critical Language Scholarship.

[Photo] Sophomore to spend the summer speaking Swahili

April 2, 2017
People in costumes make their way down to Cherry Street during last year’s Cherry Blossom parade.

[Photo] 35th International Cherry Blossom festival includes lawsuit and search for new president and CEO

March 18, 2017
The oil cleansing method offers a more natural approach to gaining softer, happier skin.

Get better skin: use oils on your face!

January 31, 2017
American Horror Story’s latest season shrouded in mystery

American Horror Story’s latest season shrouded in mystery

November 4, 2016
Macon leaders break ground on the Lofts at Capricorn and Mercer Music at Capricorn. Left to right: Benjy Griffith, Travis Griffith, josh Rogers, Jessica Walden, Jim Daws, Karen Lambert, and William Underwood

Groundbreaking ceremony for Mercer Music at Capricorn draws a crowd

October 9, 2016
Mac Miller's latest album,

Mac Miller’s ‘Divine Feminine’ dazzles

October 2, 2016
A local high school marching band makes their way down to Cherry Street during last year's Cherry Blossom parade.

[Photo] Cherry Blossom Festival hires new CEO

September 29, 2016
Thomas Norton, former president of the Mercer Maniacs, cheers on the Mercer basketball men’s basketball team during a game last season.

[Photo] Mercer Maniacs welcome changes, new leaders

September 6, 2016
Students celebrate as Mercer scores a touchdown.

Bears set to swarm Atlanta for Georgia Tech game

September 4, 2016
Macon celebrates ‘75 Years of Otis Redding’

Macon celebrates ‘75 Years of Otis Redding’

September 4, 2016
Mercer Theatre will soon perform Gidion's Knot, a play that discusses the collision of freedom of expression, bullying, and personal responsibility.

Mercer Theatre set to perform “Gidion’s Knot”

September 4, 2016
Initiated sisters of Alpha Delta Pi await the arrival of their new recruits.

‘Bid Day’ brings new girls, glitter to Greek Row

September 3, 2016
SGA's new shuttle stop sign sits outside of Greek Village. Students can view a bus schedule by visiting shuttle.mercer.edu.

SGA talks bus stop, voter turnout in Presidential Report

August 29, 2016
Dorm DIY: 5 ways to make those four walls feel like home

Dorm DIY: 5 ways to make those four walls feel like home

August 29, 2016
Grow offers generous portion sizes and tasty food. Photo by Katie Atkinson.

Bear Bites: Grow

August 28, 2016
The Crazy Bull is located on Second Street in downtown Macon.

Michael’s Law Could Bring Change to Bar Crawl

August 19, 2016
Robert L. Steed. Photo courtesy of Mercer University Marketing Communications.

Mercer loses beloved icon and former Cluster editor-in-chief

June 8, 2016
Racially charged vandalism, fires in Sherwood Hall

Racially charged vandalism, fires in Sherwood Hall

May 2, 2016
The Hay House will hold its annual Spring Stroll May 1-3. Tours will be given of historic homes and gardens throughout the event.

Hay House to host annual Spring Stroll

April 28, 2016
Students lounge around The Plunkett pool before finals week begins.

Get out and have some fun in Macon this summer

April 28, 2016
Sidney Lanier prize to be awarded to

Sidney Lanier prize to be awarded to “writer, poet and activist” Wendell Berry

April 20, 2016
Mercer's Brass Choir will be playing a special Bear Day Brass concert on April 8 at 10:00am.

Mercer choirs to perform in spring concerts

April 13, 2016
Braeden Lee Brettin carried by Seth James Thompson while wearing their

Big Bear, Little Bear

March 30, 2016
Kristy Edwards will host a gallery talk tomorrow to discuss her work that will be on display until April 1.

Local artist’s work displayed in the Plunkett Gallery

March 30, 2016
Photo by Katie Atkinson. With St. Patrick's Day in the near future, local stores have begun to stock shelves with tons of green goodies.

Try your luck with these St. Patrick’s Day events

March 17, 2016
Sara Lafkir Mercer University’s Percussion Ensemble has a rehearsal with Dr. Marcus Reddick.

Mercer Percussion Ensemble drums up anticipation for next performance

March 17, 2016
New York Times' podcast

New York Times podcast ‘Modern Love’ worth falling in love with this Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2016
Two Mercer students have been accepted in the Peace Corps, with plans to serve in Africa following graduation.

Two Mercer seniors accepted into Peace Corps

February 10, 2016
Aziz Ansari shines in the Netflix original series,

Aziz Ansari dazzles in new project, “Master of None”

January 27, 2016
Mercer fans surprise women's basketball team for their game against Chattanooga in Hawkins Arena this Thursday

Student body rallies around women’s basketball team on big game day

January 21, 2016
Mercer University Opera starts new year on a high note with 'Oklahoma!'

Mercer University Opera starts new year on a high note with ‘Oklahoma!’

January 21, 2016
2016 brings changes to Macon and Mercer

2016 brings changes to Macon and Mercer

January 20, 2016
Without Mercer housing as an option, some international students struggle to find a place to stay for the break.

[Photo] International Students Can’t Go “Home for the Holidays”

December 5, 2015
A Starbucks simple red cup design has stirred controversy this holiday season as some see it as an affront on religious traditions.

The “red cup” debate

December 3, 2015
A festival-goer participates in the

Artistic innovators show off art and gadgets at Make-End Festival

November 19, 2015
Special Photo

Sam’s the Man: Believe the Hype

November 12, 2015
The Make-End Festival will be held in Tattnall Square Park Nov. 14 -15 and will feature makers and creators from all over.

College Hill and ArtPlace bringing makers to Macon

November 6, 2015
Students celebrate as Mercer scores a touchdown.

Disney-themed homecoming week animates student body

October 28, 2015
Photo Courtesy of The Macon Symphony Orchestra Members of the Macon Symphony Orchestra perform a piece at The Grand Opera House. The group's next performance will take place Oct. 24 at the same venue.

“Symphonic Tricks and Orchestral Treats” to bring ghoulish fun to the Grand Opera House

October 12, 2015
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[Photo] Fresh off the Docket

September 28, 2015
From the Big Apple to Bear territory: Freshman brings well known photography project to Mercer

From the Big Apple to Bear territory: Freshman brings well known photography project to Mercer

September 27, 2015
Einstein Bros. Bagels, located on the first floor of the Tarver Library, is a relaxed cafe where you sit and grab a bite to eat or hang out with friends.

The Dish on New Dining Options

September 24, 2015
Junior and President of Mercer's Entrepreneurship Engineering Education Program, Ben Kasson, looks forward to increase the presence of MEEEP on campus this year through collaboration with students and organizations across various fields. 

MEEEP collaborating with student orgs, community

September 24, 2015
The Student Government Organization hosts a Mac Party for Mercer students and others to come and experience what Macon has to offer.

[Photo] Mac Party offers fresh view of Macon

September 24, 2015
Janea Feeney helps paint the exterior of a house as part of the 2014 MLK Day of Service.

First Service Saturday of the semester is on the horizon

September 16, 2015
Students to host speaking event supporting STEM nonprofit

Students to host speaking event supporting STEM nonprofit

September 4, 2015

“Beauty Behind the Madness” makes the ficklest Weeknd fans proud

September 2, 2015
mystery show podcast review

Mystery Show Reveals Itself it be a True Auditory Delight

August 30, 2015
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