University Communications
COVID-19 Weekly Testing Summary: September 18-24, 2020
September 25, 2020
COVID-19 Weekly Testing Summary: September 11-17, 2020
September 18, 2020
COVID-19 Weekly Testing Summary: September 4-10, 2020
September 11, 2020
COVID-19 Weekly Testing Summary: August 28-September 3, 2020
September 4, 2020
University Begins Surveillance Testing
August 28, 2020
With completion of the large-scale COVID-19 student testing prior to the start of fall classes, the University is implementing ongoing surveillance testing as part of its comprehensive plan to maintain the safest possible environment for students, faculty and staff on all campuses.
With completion of the large-scale COVID-19 student testing prior to the start of fall classes, the University is implementing ongoing surveillance testing as part of its comprehensive plan to maintain the safest possible environment for students, faculty and staff on all campuses.
COVID-19 Weekly Testing Summary: August 20-27, 2020
August 28, 2020
Mercer University COVID-19 Test Results For Period July 20, 2020 through August 19, 2020
August 21, 2020
The University has now completed its process of COVID-19 screening and testing for students returning to campus for the fall semester. All residential undergraduate students in Macon were required to be tested as they returned to campus before the beginning of classes, as were other students whose screening survey results suggested the possibility of coronavirus infection.
The University has now completed its process of COVID-19 screening and testing for students returning to campus for the fall semester. All residential undergraduate students in Macon were required to be tested as they returned to campus before the beginning of classes, as were other students whose screening survey results suggested the possibility of coronavirus infection.
Message to Students from President Underwood
August 21, 2020
I want to personally express my gratitude to you for your impressive efforts to comply with the University’s health and safety guidelines throughout this first week of classes. You have worn masks when required by our mask policy, and often when not necessarily required, in order to provide an example to others.
I want to personally express my gratitude to you for your impressive efforts to comply with the University’s health and safety guidelines throughout this first week of classes. You have worn masks when required by our mask policy, and often when not necessarily required, in order to provide an example to others.
COVID-19 Symptom Monitoring App Now Available for Download
August 15, 2020
Mercer University has partnered with #CampusClear and Ivy.ai to roll out a free smartphone application that allows users to conduct daily COVID-19 symptom checks. The app is available for use on iOS and Android devices.
Mercer University has partnered with #CampusClear and Ivy.ai to roll out a free smartphone application that allows users to conduct daily COVID-19 symptom checks. The app is available for use on iOS and Android devices.
Mercer University Announces Results of Student COVID-19 Testing
August 5, 2020
As part of Mercer University’s mandated COVID-19 testing of returning and incoming students on the Macon campus, 35 students have tested positive out of 316 tests administered from July 31 – Aug. 3, including 29 student-athletes.
As part of Mercer University’s mandated COVID-19 testing of returning and incoming students on the Macon campus, 35 students have tested positive out of 316 tests administered from July 31 – Aug. 3, including 29 student-athletes.
All-Staff Meeting Hosted by President Underwood
August 3, 2020
President Underwood conducted all-staff meetings on the Macon and Atlanta campuses July 16-17 to share plans for the upcoming fall semester and answer questions about the University’s preparations to promote the safest possible environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
President Underwood conducted all-staff meetings on the Macon and Atlanta campuses July 16-17 to share plans for the upcoming fall semester and answer questions about the University’s preparations to promote the safest possible environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Staff Update on Fall Preparations
July 31, 2020
Over the summer we have been working diligently to plan and prepare for a safe and productive fall semester. Many of you have pitched in to help assemble Bears Care Kits, reconfigure spaces on our campuses, gear up for COVID-19 testing, and attend to myriad other critical details that are essential to keeping our students, faculty and staff as healthy as possible.
Over the summer we have been working diligently to plan and prepare for a safe and productive fall semester. Many of you have pitched in to help assemble Bears Care Kits, reconfigure spaces on our campuses, gear up for COVID-19 testing, and attend to myriad other critical details that are essential to keeping our students, faculty and staff as healthy as possible.
Message to Faculty and Staff From President Underwood
July 24, 2020
As we look forward to coming together this fall, we are dedicated to maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that commitment in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for the semester by implementing appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
As we look forward to coming together this fall, we are dedicated to maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that commitment in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for the semester by implementing appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
Message to Returning Non-Macon Undergrad Students From President Underwood
July 24, 2020
As we look forward to coming together this fall at Mercer University, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have a vibrant and meaningful college experience in a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that commitment in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for your return by implementing appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
As we look forward to coming together this fall at Mercer University, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have a vibrant and meaningful college experience in a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that commitment in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for your return by implementing appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
July 22, 2020
The University is firming up its preparations for the fall semester, which gets underway in mid-August. Balancing the robust educational experience for which Mercer is known with protocols, resources and procedures to reduce COVID-19 risks to our community has been our principal focus over the last few months.
The University is firming up its preparations for the fall semester, which gets underway in mid-August. Balancing the robust educational experience for which Mercer is known with protocols, resources and procedures to reduce COVID-19 risks to our community has been our principal focus over the last few months.
Message to Returning Macon Traditional Students from President Underwood
July 16, 2020
As we look forward to coming together on campus this fall at Mercer University, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have a vibrant and meaningful residential, in-person college experience in a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that pledge in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for your return to campus and in-person classes by implementing the appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
As we look forward to coming together on campus this fall at Mercer University, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have a vibrant and meaningful residential, in-person college experience in a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that pledge in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for your return to campus and in-person classes by implementing the appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
Message to Incoming Macon Traditional Students from President Underwood
July 16, 2020
As we look forward to coming together on campus this fall at Mercer University, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have a vibrant and meaningful residential, in-person college experience in a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that pledge in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for your arrival to campus and in-person classes by implementing the appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
As we look forward to coming together on campus this fall at Mercer University, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have a vibrant and meaningful residential, in-person college experience in a safe and healthy environment. Keeping that pledge in mind, we have been working diligently to prepare for your arrival to campus and in-person classes by implementing the appropriate protocols to limit exposure to COVID-19.
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
July 16, 2020
The University implemented a Face Covering Policy for Summer Session II that requires masks in classrooms and other campus spaces. There is growing evidence that face coverings provide protection both for the wearer and individuals around the wearer.
The University implemented a Face Covering Policy for Summer Session II that requires masks in classrooms and other campus spaces. There is growing evidence that face coverings provide protection both for the wearer and individuals around the wearer.
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
June 30, 2020
We ended the 2019-20 academic year at Mercer with much to celebrate. More than 1,800 students earned degrees at the conclusion of the spring semester. We will celebrate their graduations at commencement ceremonies on August 7 (Law School), August 8 (Macon) and August 9 (Atlanta).
We ended the 2019-20 academic year at Mercer with much to celebrate. More than 1,800 students earned degrees at the conclusion of the spring semester. We will celebrate their graduations at commencement ceremonies on August 7 (Law School), August 8 (Macon) and August 9 (Atlanta).
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
May 1, 2020
As final examinations wrap up and we head into what is traditionally a joyous commencement season, I want to say how proud I am of our students, faculty and staff who have effectively managed this unexpected coronavirus-altered landscape.
As final examinations wrap up and we head into what is traditionally a joyous commencement season, I want to say how proud I am of our students, faculty and staff who have effectively managed this unexpected coronavirus-altered landscape.
Update on May Commencements
April 14, 2020
I had very much hoped that we would be able to hold our traditional commencement celebrations as scheduled. While we are making progress as a state...
I had very much hoped that we would be able to hold our traditional commencement celebrations as scheduled. While we are making progress as a state...
Important Coronavirus Update
March 27, 2020
A graduate student enrolled on Mercer University’s Macon campus tested positive today for COVID-19 in Atlanta, which is the student’s permanent residence...
A graduate student enrolled on Mercer University’s Macon campus tested positive today for COVID-19 in Atlanta, which is the student’s permanent residence...
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
March 27, 2020
It is with tremendous regret that I inform you that we will not be returning to in-person instruction this semester, but will instead continue offering instruction in all our courses in a virtual format only...
It is with tremendous regret that I inform you that we will not be returning to in-person instruction this semester, but will instead continue offering instruction in all our courses in a virtual format only...
Message for Mercer University Staff from President Underwood
March 19, 2020
Our campuses are far less populated than is usual. All of our classes are being taught virtually for the time being. Most of our residential students in Macon have returned home...
Our campuses are far less populated than is usual. All of our classes are being taught virtually for the time being. Most of our residential students in Macon have returned home...
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
March 15, 2020
In my last message, I committed to communicate information to the University community as new developments arise and if circumstances change in a material way...
In my last message, I committed to communicate information to the University community as new developments arise and if circumstances change in a material way...
Message to the Mercer Community from President Underwood
March 13, 2020
This is an exciting time of year for our students. Many are working toward completion of research and design projects that are the culmination of weeks, months...
This is an exciting time of year for our students. Many are working toward completion of research and design projects that are the culmination of weeks, months...
International Travel Registration
March 12, 2020
Faculty and staff are being asked to register their international travel.
Faculty and staff are being asked to register their international travel.
Message From President Underwood
March 10, 2020
The University continues to monitor developments related to the spread of the newest strain of coronavirus, following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control...
The University continues to monitor developments related to the spread of the newest strain of coronavirus, following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control...
Message to Students from VP and Dean of Students Doug Pearson
March 6, 2020
The Mercer University administration continues to monitor the current global outbreak of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, which is evolving each day in...
The Mercer University administration continues to monitor the current global outbreak of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, which is evolving each day in...
Message to Faculty and Staff from Human Resources
March 6, 2020
The world health community continues to monitor closely the emergence of the “Coronavirus Disease 2019” (COVID-19). At this time, no one knows how severe...
The world health community continues to monitor closely the emergence of the “Coronavirus Disease 2019” (COVID-19). At this time, no one knows how severe...