Community Engagement

Our vision is to change the world, one student at a time.

Public service and preparation for leadership have been at the heart of Mercer’s mission since its founding. Today, Mercer students have opportunities to serve and become advocates for positive change in literacy and education, health care and wellness, neighborhood revitalization, youth engagement, homelessness and many other areas of need.

Mercer students serve in rural communities, local neighborhoods, city centers and across the developing world. The opportunities for making a difference and growing in wisdom are enormous — and an important part of a Mercer education for the 21st century.

Community Engagement

Get Involved

The Center for Community Engagement and Office of Service Learning enable students to meet community needs while also gaining hands-on experience through direct service, community-based research and civic advocacy.

Office of Service Learning

The Office of Service Learning supports faculty and students in developing course-based initiatives that empower students to effect positive change in local and global communities.

Center for Community Engagement

The Center for Community Engagement, located in the Connell Student Center, functions as a clearinghouse for service and community engagement opportunities at Mercer and in Macon.

Community Partners

Campus-community partnerships are a powerful tool for revitalizing communities and meeting persistent community needs.

Community Engagement

Contact Us

Mary Alice Morgan

Senior Vice Provost for Service-Learning

Lauren Shinholster

Coordinator of Community Engagement