Once labeled by Time Magazine as India's "most vivid, joyous festival," Holi is a celebration traditionally celebrated in India and Nepal that is now observed in communities across the globe. One of those communities is Mercer Masala, a club focused on the celebration and campus education of south-Asian cultures.
Mercer students enjoyed free entry to the Cherry Blossom Fair on Thursday at Carolyn Crayton Park. There was a miscommunication with some ticket vendors charging for entry, but wrongly charged students were able to a refund from Mercer’s Campus Life office.
For Tiphanie Yanique, her identity as a writer isn’t only determined by the time she spends on her craft, it’s also about the way she interacts with the world and her own community.
Bear Burgers is the newest culinary addition to Mercer Village. But it is more than just a restaurant; it’s a testament to resilience, community support and the pursuit of a dream.
Mercer’s QuadWorks recently announced the lineup of artists for the annual music festival Bearstock on April 13. This year’s lineup will include artists like MAX, Social House, Lewis Ashe and the Locals, and DJ Saturn. Here’s a recap of what you should know:
Barry Jenkins, PhD, spoke for the 2024 Founders Day convocation at Mercer University. As a student in 1978, Jenkins recalls being captivated by Mercer’s “long and esteemed history,” but was struck by the absence of campus traditions. This realization launched a journey that would not only shape his own career, but also breathe new life into the university’s cherished traditions.
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Mercer, Middle Georgia State University and Wesleyan College are hosting the College Town Film Series 2024 following up their January 25 screening of "Paper Moon" with "Back to the Future" at Mercer University February 1 and "Groundhog Day" on February 8.
Calling all bookworms and sci-fi enthusiasts alike, Tarver Library has introduced a new book club for students interested in reading and discussing fantasy and science fiction novels. Established by library staff and student workers, the goal of this club is to encourage students to read outside of their classes.
Unsure how to start or spend the long weekend after syllabus week? The Cluster has you covered! There are plenty of things to do in Macon, but here are some special events happening this weekend:
The southeastern regional premiere of “A Divine Kerfuffle” was showcased at Mercer University. Here is everything you need to know.
As the end of November comes to a close, students are ditching their shorts and T-shirts for cozier outfits. Fall is not just a season; it is a runway where students can showcase their eye for fashion and creativity. Mercer’s fall fashion reflects the campus’ diverse tastes and trends. From cozy knit sweaters and Ugg boots to intricate layered fabrics, the students have brought their best this season. Here’s a short gallery that showcases Mercer’s best fall outfits. Students were asked the question, how do you dress for fall?
In the past few years, Mercer’s annual lip-sync battle and university pep rally have become a staple of the Homecoming week. Usually occurring the night before the Homecoming game, the lip sync battle and pep rally serves as a way for students to show their school spirit and have some friendly competitive fun.
The third annual Gothic Festival concluded after successfully hosting a week of horror-inspired events leading up to Halloween.
What began as a budding late-night bakery in Philadelphia has expanded into a franchise popular amongst all dessert lovers. From mouth-watering chocolate chip cookies to vegan ice cream, a long-anticipated new dessert store hit Mercer University Drive in Mercer Landing on Oct. 31.
Mercer students sporting ancient Greek costumes and shields gathered in Newton Chapel on Oct. 13 to participate in the ninth annual Great Books Games.
In the enchanting world of Wonderland, curiosity reigns supreme with every twist and turn leading to a new adventure. Inspired by Lewis Carroll's timeless tale "Alice in Wonderland," Mercer Players performed their debut of this classic in Tattnall Square Park on Sept. 21.
Translating to “one” in the language Kinyarwanda, IMWE began as an extension of the Mercer on Mission trip in Rwanda, supporting women facing the aftermaths of genocide through the sale of their handmade products.
Bottoms was the editor of Mercer’s literary magazine "The Dulcimer," which was then in its earliest years of publication and would, some thirty years later, go on to be the ninth Georgia Poet Laureate.
The history of video game adaptations is a messy one.
“I hear the characters’ voices in my head and they feel very real to me,” Johnston said. “I feel like they’re a part of me.”
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