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OPINION: The Freddie Freeman saga of Braves history has been marred by the money

By Micah Johnston and K. C. Wetherington | March 25

This is an opinion article. Any views expressed belong solely to the author and are not representative of The Cluster.When a team pulls off a blockbuster trade for an All-Star caliber team leader to complete what looks to be a playoff-contending roster, fans usually rejoice in the front office decision. ...

Arts & Culture

Predictions for the 2022 Oscars: Will talent or money determine the victors?

By Mallory Morgan | March 14

As the Oscars approach, many people have begun filling out their prediction ballots and starting conversations online about which films are nominated, which were left out and the film that will come away with the most awards. 

Opinion

OPINION: The College Football Playoff has to be expanded to save the sport

By Micah Johnston | February 9

Parity, broadcasting and excitement are just a few of the reasons the CFP needs to change.

Opinion

OPINION: Creative careers are worth it. Here's why

By Dean Yusuf | February 8

Doctor, engineer, lawyer, photographer… Do any of these careers feel out of place to you?

Arts & Culture

The Douglass Theatre and Macon Film Guild shed light on unconventional cinema

By Mallory Morgan | January 18

Foreign, indie and international films are some of the most well-crafted films, and it is amazing that the Douglass Theatre and the Macon Film Guild give them their time to be shown on a big screen in a beautiful theater with an electric atmosphere. 

Opinion

OPINION: General education courses waste time and money

By K. C. Wetherington | December 9

I’ve never heard an undergraduate college student say they are thankful that they have to take general education courses before focusing on their major. 

Opinion

OPINION: College students need and deserve longer breaks

By K. C. Wetherington | November 23

The stress that comes with being a college student is immense and extending breaks and making them more frequent could allow students to properly de-stress. 

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Vaccine hesitancy needs to be met with empathy, not anger

By Stormy Orlin | November 11

Is it the right call to belittle the unvaccinated quarter of Georgia?

Opinion

OPINION: Campus parking is inadequate and unfair to students

By Mallory Morgan | November 10

The reason for some tickets? “Going to class," the yellow slip reads.  

Opinion

OPINION: Mercer students need more ways to spend Bear Bucks

By Lidya Dereje | October 19

“Bear Bucks are legitimately a scam, and I recommend no one use them,” a student at Mercer said. 

Opinion

OPINION: Fall break isn't long enough to give Mercer students a break

By Mallory Morgan | October 6

A two-day time frame may not be enough for students to recover from the hectic week leading to fall break, especially if they have more assignments due during it.

Opinion

OPINION: Mercer’s on-campus dining options need more variety

By Mallory Morgan | September 27

There are simply not enough healthy, on-the-go dining options for students.

Opinion

Drop-add can make or break your semester. Here’s what you need to know

By Micah Johnston | August 23

One of the most important days of the academic year is the drop-add deadline, but it can be easy to miss for new students at Mercer.This year it’s Aug. 27, the Friday of the first week of classes. Here’s everything you need to know about drop-add and how it can change your schedule and college experience.What ...

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OPINION: Mercer is taking the coward’s approach to COVID-19 guidelines

By Micah Johnston | August 18

This is an opinion article. Any views expressed belong solely to the author and are not representative of The Cluster.COVID-19 has drawn divisive lines between friends, families, coworkers and everyone in between. It’s not an easy topic to avoid, and it’s a controversial one once it gets brought ...