OPENING DAYS AND BEAR BEGINNINGS 2024

A family of five poses for a portrait in a sunlit forest setting. They are standing on a blanket of small flowers, with tall trees in the background. The group includes two adults and three children, all dressed in semi-formal attire.

Double Bears open elite dance studio in Macon

Double Bears Dr. Dana (Lindsey) Mayo and Michael Mayo have built a life and their careers in Macon. Now, in addition to their medical...
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History professor to conduct landscape, garden research during yearlong fellowship

A Mercer University professor is spending the academic year at one of the nation’s most popular gardens, where she will further her research related...
Benjamin Tan stands on stage in front of large projection screen presenting to audience. The screen says: Psyntel Founders: Story Begins, shows headshots of Ben Tan and Sam Fargo and provides some biographic information about each of them.

Mercer graduate student creates mental health startup to leverage AI in therapy

A Mercer University graduate student is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to support therapists and improve patient experiences. Benjamin Tan, who is pursuing a...
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Engineering student Travis White Jr. selected as Tau Beta Pi scholar

MACON — Mercer University School of Engineering senior Travis White Jr. has been awarded a Tau Beta Pi scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year. The...
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Faculty and Staff Notables | September 2024

Mercer University announces faculty and staff notables for September 2024.
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Professor provides harp instruction at Italian music festival 

This summer, a Mercer University School of Music adjunct professor became the first harp teacher at a long-standing music festival in Acqui Terme, Italy.  Calista...
Nathan Deal sits on a bench outside holding a book titled, "Veto, the Governor's Cat." A white and brown cat is seated next to him. Tomato plants are in the background.

Former Georgia governor writes children’s book to honor late wife’s legacy

Former Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal will sign his children's book, "Veto, the Governor's Cat," from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Sept. 9 at Roberts Academy in Macon.

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