Funded by a $1.9 million grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc., for the Theological Exploration of Vocation, the Commons aims to strengthen the University's connections to its Baptist heritage by identifying and supporting a new generation of servant leaders, and providing opportunities for students to explore and understand their future work in light of their spiritual calling.

The Commons will sponsor meetings and conferences, develop educational and sabbatical programs for alumni and support academic scholarship and publication. It will also identify ministry opportunities, refine the orientation and advising system and develop leadership programs for students.

Recent Programs and Projects Under Development from the Provost's Newsletter

Bratcher Named Dean of University Commons at Mercer
Dr. Margaret Dee Bratcher has been named Dean of the University Commons, a new University program funded by a grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc., to help students recognize their life's calling in light of their faith, education and abilities.

Mercer University Receives $1.9 million Lilly Foundation Grant
Mercer University is one of 20 colleges and universities in the country to receive a major grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to enhance the University's efforts to help students integrate faith and learning through the exploration of vocation.

Mercer University Commons Proposal (Acrobat Reader required)

Mercer University Commons • Dr. Margaret Dee Bratcher, Dean
1400 Coleman Avenue, Macon, Ga. 31207
(800) 637-2378 • (478) 301-2700 • info@mercer.edu