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Financial Literacy with Nathan Lynn and Roland Hiller | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore is joined first by Nathan Lynn, a senior at Freedom High School who's preparing for college and balancing his spending and saving by working two jobs. Nathan shares some of the knowledge he's gained from his financial advisor parent and shares his advice for other students working their first jobs. Then, Eliza talks with Roland Hiller, a junior at Freedom who splits his paychecks up for necessities, wants, and savings.
Building a Portfolio of Skills with Rosemary Reiji and Amy Illescas | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore talks first with Amy Illescas, a student at Freedom High School who's also studying cosmetology at the Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School. Amy explains why these classes make her feel more invested in her education and the skills she's gained that can help in any role. Then, Eliza is joined by Rosemary Reiji, a student who's leading a fundraising campaign for Blood Cancer United.
Methods of Saving with Charlotte Korrapati and Ivy Avitabile | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore first welcomes Charlotte Korrapati, a student who's starting to save up for her own car. Charlotte shares her current sources of income and the different types of bank accounts she feels could be helpful in reaching her goal. Then, Eliza talks with Ivy Avitabile, a student on the search for a part-time job. Ivy reveals what she feels are the most intimidating parts of looking for a job as a teenager and shares how she plans to split her paychecks up.
The Draws of Entrepreneurship with Adriana Scipioni and Julian Sigafoos | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore is joined first by Adriana Scipioni, a student who's been involved working at her family restaurant for as long as she can remember. Adriana shares how her experience is different than other working teens and how being involved in the family business has impacted her view of entrepreneurship. Then, Eliza sits down with Julian Sigafoos to explore her thoughts on owning a business.
"Considering a Career and Life" with Mia Napolitano and Sean Vennemann | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore sits down first with Mia Napolitano, a student at Freedom High School who's starting to work toward her future career. Mia talks about the extracurricular activities she's involved in, including starting a club related to the job she wants, and the value behind classes outside of her future field of study. Then, Eliza talks with Sean Vennemann, a Freshman High School student who's utilizing advanced classes and internships to get ahead for his future career path.
Saving for College with Sam Matlock and Lilianne Moore | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore first welcomes Sam Matlock, a senior at Freedom High School who's planning to study Finance at the University of Pittsburgh in the fall. Sam talks about his work at a part-time job and how it's helped him save for college, as well as his work to apply for scholarships and his plans for budgeting in college. Then, Eliza talks with Lilianne Moore, a sophomore at Freedom High School, who's getting ready to start thinking about college costs.
Employment as a Teenager with Brady Roche and Jessie Mooney | Teen Money Matters
Eliza Moore takes over hosting duties with a conversation about employment as a student. First, she talks with Brady Roche, a Freedom high school student who works at Northampton Country Club. Brady shares the benefits he's found come with working as a teenager, from saving money to gaining both soft and hard skills. Then, Eliza welcomes Jessie Mooney, a Freedom high school student who works at Steel Ice Center and who's worked an internship with King Spry Law Firm.
Students and faculty gather for peaceful demonstration on Cruz Plaza
Temperatures are hot but heads are cool for protestors asking Mercer to do more. A small crowd of students gathered on Cruz Plaza today, supported by faculty, to perform a "peaceful and educational" demonstration today in solidarity with other students across America.
"The first of their kind": New markers installed downtown honor Macon's Black history
Community members gathered in downtown Macon on Monday for the unveiling of bronze markers that display important pieces of Macon’s Black history. The project was organized by Macon200, a bicentennial campaign celebrating the city’s 200-year anniversary since its founding in 1823. Macon200 co-chair and founder of the Macon-Middle Georgia Black Pages Alex Habersham spoke at the opening ceremony in Poplar Street Park, where the first marker was unveiled.
"Hope Walks Here": Mercer student organizes third annual suicide prevention walk - The Mercer Cluster
On a bright Saturday morning in Tattnall Square Park, over two hundred people gathered to participate in Mercer's 2024 Out of the Darkness Campus Walk. Every spring, thousands of people all over the country walk in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s (AFSP) mission to bring hope to those affected by suicide. Will Spurlock ‘26, the student organizer for the event, had been preparing for the walk for months.
How Heirs’ Property is Affecting Blight in Macon
When Macon neighborhood streets are marred by overgrown lawns, boarded up windows and vacant properties, the owners can be the easiest to blame for not taking better care of their homes. However, sometimes a house doesn’t have one owner, instead, ownership is divided among dozens of descendents going back generations. Veronica McClendon, managing attorney for McClendon Law and Consulting, deals with properties that date back to the 1950’s.
10 events you can't miss at Macon's upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival - The Mercer Cluster
As warm weather shines on Macon's hundreds of cherry blossom trees, visitors flock to Macon for the 42 annual Cherry Blossom Festival. The 10-day festival runs from March 15 to 24 and features a host of attractions that bring a whole new meaning to the city's local charm. 1. The Fair at Carolyn Crayton Park Among the most popular destination for families, the fairgrounds have a variety of food, amusement park rides, games and concerts. The park is open daily and general admission tickets are $10.
Writer-in-residence Tiphanie Yanique reflects on the power of language and community
For Tiphanie Yanique, her identity as a writer isn’t only determined by the time she spends on her craft, it’s also about the way she interacts with the world and her own community. Yanique is an award-winning poet, novelist, essayist and activist from the U.S. Virgin Islands. She was selected to be Mercer’s 2024 Ferrol A. Sams Jr. Distinguished Chair in English.
SC primary voters cast a shadow over Georgia’s March 12 primary
With the South Carolina primaries now concluded, Georgia voters are cornered in a manner many have feared.
Student research project spreads awareness about religious diversity in Macon
Arsha Moorthy ‘24 is championing a new service project that is studying the role of chaplains in Middle Georgia. The research project will ultimately result in a guidebook to help communities in Macon better serve religiously diverse populations. When Moorthy began college at Mercer, she double-majored in biochemistry and molecular biology and Spanish. Despite her focus on STEM research throughout college, religion has always been a topic of interest for her.
ATO apologizes for $11,410 stolen from Camp for a Cause 2022 funds
All Fraternity and Sorority Program Executives were invited to a meeting in Willet Auditorium this evening regarding over $10,000 stolen from the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity (ATO) Camp for a Cause event in Spring 2022. According to ATO President Jacob Woods ‘25, who spoke on behalf of the Alpha Zeta chapter, the money was stolen by alumni Evans Hodges ‘22. Hodges was the chapter's Philanthropy Chairman in April 2022.
College St. construction deadline pushed to mid-March due to complications
As students returned to campus after the holidays this January, the construction on the College St. green space in front of Plunkett Hall was still underway. This was surprising for students, especially first-years living in the area, who were under the impression the green space would be finished when they returned from winter break.
In a 'polarized world,' Mercer University expands Great Books program, adds new voices
On a Friday afternoon at Mercer University in Macon, Ga., Dr. Crescent Rainwater leads a class discussion on the book of Proverbs from the Bible. In a traditional religion class, the students would be taking notes on the lecture, but this class is different. This is Great Books, and the students' desks are arranged in a circle facing inwards, seminar-style. The professor only jumps in a few times within the hour, and no one raises their hands before speaking.
Medical cannabis industry struggles to expand access to patients across Georgia Original
Dispensary Associate and Patient Educator Michelle Dubiel sells low-THC oil products to a registered patient at Trulieve Dispensary in Macon. Since April 2023, patients have been allowed to possess low-THC oil, but access to the cards is difficult. Sixty-year-old Sylvia Hayes from Stone Mountain, Georgia, lives with severe chronic pain resulting from several car accidents. She says medical cannabis is the only way she experiences relief.
Medical cannabis industry struggles to expand access to patients across Georgia
Dispensary Associate and Patient Educator Michelle Dubiel sells low-THC oil products to a registered patient at Trulieve Dispensary in Macon. Since April 2023, patients have been allowed to possess low-THC oil, but access to the cards is difficult. Sixty-year-old Sylvia Hayes from Stone Mountain, Georgia, lives with severe chronic pain resulting from several car accidents. She says medical cannabis is the only way she experiences relief.
Sen. Warnock, Rep. Bishop visit Ocmulgee site as progress stalls for National Park status
As U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock visited the Ocmulgee National Historic Park on Monday and received a tour of the museum and grounds, he showed his support for the ongoing effort to ensure the Muscogee Creek Nation’s homeland receives federal protection. “After hiking the grounds and learning more about its history, today, it is clear Ocmulgee is not just an expanse of land, it is a living testament to our intertwined histories,” Warnock said.
Benjamin Smith and Ashton Mayo-Beavers crowned 2023 Homecoming king and queen - The Mercer Cluster
Mercerians celebrated the university's largest homecoming in history this Saturday. Spectators braved the rain, donning ponchos and cheering as Benjamin Smith '24 and Ashton Mayo-Beavers '24 were crowned the 2023 Homecoming king and queen at halftime. Smith and Mayo-Beavers hugged and congratulated one another after the announcement. For many students, Smith is a familiar face on campus.
Medical cannabis industry struggles to expand access in Georgia
Dispensary Associate and Patient Educator Michelle Dubiel sells low-THC oil products to a registered patient at Trulieve Dispensary in Macon. Since April 2023, patients have been allowed to possess low-THC oil, but access to the cards is difficult. GPB News Sixty-year-old Sylvia Hayes from Stone Mountain lives with severe chronic pain resulting from several car accidents. She says medical cannabis is the only way she experiences relief.
Medical cannabis industry struggles to expand access in Georgia
60-year-old Sylvia Hayes from Stone Mountain, Ga., lives with severe chronic pain resulting from several car accidents. She says medical cannabis is the only way she experiences relief. That's why Hayes was one of the first patients lined up at the door of Trulieve, a Marietta dispensary of low-THC oil, when it opened this year. THC, or Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, is the chemical component of marijuana that produces psychoactive effects.
Breaking the silence: student exhibit displaying Mercer's integration history opens on campus - The Mercer Cluster
A small crowd gathered in the Plunkett Gallery on the evening of Nov. 1 to witness the opening of an exhibit titled “Mercer’s Integration: The Good, the Bad, and the Unfinished.” The exhibit displays research conducted last Spring by the students in the ASJ 101 class, an “Engaging Social Justice” class taught by anthropology and women and gender studies professor Dr. Natalie Bourdon. This year is the 60th anniversary of Mercer’s integration. Bourdon wanted the class research to commemorate this.
Collaborative student research project uncovers details of Mercer’s queer history
A team of Mercer students are working on a research project that aims to tell the story of Mercer’s queer history. The project is temporarily titled “We are Here!” and is a partnership between Common Ground (Mercer’s official LGBTQ+ and Ally organization) and the University Archives. The project was founded by Bekehm Mohn ‘25. Mohn has been an advocate for queer spaces at Mercer since they first arrived on campus.
UC staff attempt to handle gnat infestation amid complaints
A gnat infestation at the University Center is causing widespread complaints among students. The bug problem has persisted for over a week, causing several students to avoid the University Center altogether. “The UC used to be a place you could study and hang out, but now it’s just really hard to spend more than five minutes in here,” said Keridah Bouadou ‘25.
Crisis center for Georgians with disabilities set to open in Macon - The Mercer Cluster
The new Crisis Stabilization Diagnostic Center for middle Georgia broke ground on Sept. 20 in downtown Macon. The center will be the first of its kind in Georgia to handle behavioral health crises exclusively for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
University promises increase in parking, pedestrian space in College St construction
The new green space plan eliminates a Mercer legend’s house and requires new water facilities This summer, Mercer began construction on the section of College Street that runs through campus in order to create a new green space similar to Cruz plaza. The project is estimated to be finished by late December. The area will feature a central circular green space surrounded by brick walkways with various seating areas and a sand volleyball court.
New funding helps Macon nonprofit expand small business loan program
A $9 million investment from Cadence Bank will allow nonprofit NewTown Macon to expand its revitalization of downtown through small business loans. NewTown Macon has been investing resources in downtown Macon for 25 years now. Josh Rogers, President and CEO of Newtown Macon said the group's partnership with Cadence Bank opens more possibilities for investments in the community.
‘The Enslaved People Project’: Historic Macon-Bibb courthouse records on view at the Tubman Museum
A new exhibit at the Tubman Museum in Macon showcases research for The Enslaved People Project, an ongoing effort to digitize slavery transaction records found in the Bibb County clerk’s office. The records will be uploaded to a searchable database available to the public, allowing many people to have access to their family genealogy for the first time. Discovery in the mezzanine The idea for the project began in early 2013, during Erica Woodford’s first term as Bibb County Superior Court Clerk.
How a local project aims to decrease blight and violence in Macon neighborhoods
Primary Content A project that started in Macon this summer is improving the physical appearance of senior homes in hopes of reducing crime. Because youth in the community are often the ones most affected by violence, they will be making the repairs, reducing the gap of misunderstanding between two generations. The Safe by Design project began in May in the historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood. Pleasant Hill has deep historical roots.
Crawford County approves rock quarry, despite community pushback
More than 100 people attended the Crawford County Commission meeting July 18, 2023, to protest a proposed rock quarry. But the commission's final decision was not what many hoped for. The development of the quarry, located 2 miles from historic Girls Scout Camp Martha Johnston, was a topic of controversy in the community. Girl Scouts and locals worried the quarry would be a threat to the environment and the safety of residents, and disrupt their peaceful community.
Cannabis oil production facility set to open in Macon
Macon is now home to a new medical cannabis oil production facility. The 115,000-square-foot facility is expected to be operational in late September and will be a production and distribution hub for low-THC oil products to those with medical cards in Georgia. The facility will be operated by Connecticut-based Fine Fettle. Jeremy Faust, its CEO, says the Macon plant has the capacity to produce medical cannabis oil for 150,000 patients across the state.
Granite quarry in Crawford County could jeopardize historic Girl Scout camp, residents say
Primary Content Crawford is a quiet, rural county located southwest of Macon with a population of around 13,000 people. This summer, the community's residents are banding together to protest against a Kentucky company's development of a granite quarry on 437 acres of forest land near a historic Girl Scout camp.
When Macon needed a song for its 200th birthday, CMD Styles had one on deck
Section Branding Hero Image Primary Content This year is Macon’s 200th birthday. As part of the yearlong celebration, community leaders decided they needed a bicentennial anthem packed full of city history. Little did they know, local musician Carl Dudley Jr., aka CMD Styles, had already written one years ago. In this audio postcard, hear CMD Styles explain his inspiration for "I Love My City." And listen to the full song below.
Closed to traffic, open for play: A new initiative transforms Macon neighborhood streets for a day
Macon residents can nominate their neighborhood street to be a part of Play Streets Macon, a new initiative that opens neighborhood streets for community activities and closes them to traffic. Open Streets Macon is a long running community-wide celebration where streets are closed to traffic and people engage in family fun ranging from chalk art to bike parades. It was founded by Bike Walk Macon, a nonprofit that works to make biking and walking more accessible for the community.
A dispute got a Macon farmers market shut down. So Middle Georgia farmers started their own
The Poplar Street Farmers Market that opened in Macon this month makes it easier for many in the community to buy fresh produce. The vendors are a part of the Middle Georgia Growers Co-op, a newly formed group that makes collective decisions about things like marketing, who can be a vendor and what produce is sold.
'Every community needs a park': Late leader's vision continues to revitalize Macon's Southside
Macon-Bibb County cut the ribbon Tuesday on a new park in the city’s Southside. Frankie E. Lewis Park on Lynmore Avenue is named after Frankie Everett Lewis, who died in 2019. Lewis founded the South Macon Arts Revitalization Technology Group, or SMART, and worked at Bruce Elementary School. Family said she was a longtime activist for positive change in her community.
Changing a child’s story
CASA VOLUNTEER VOICES “I first encountered CASA when I worked with DFCS,” said attorney and CASA volunteer George Dekle III. “I saw from the attorney’s side that the movers and shakers on a case, the people that kids count on are actually the CASA volunteers. A few years later, when I joined the staff at Mercer Law School, I had the time to volunteer for CASA myself and have been ever since.
Georgia is home to the Deep South’s only competitive U.S. House race
MACON — Georgia Democratic Congressman Sanford Bishop has been in office for nearly 30 years, representing most of Macon and Columbus, as well as more than 20 other counties in the southwest corner of the state. Over his 15 terms in office, the tightest race he faced was in 2010 when he beat Republican challenger Mike Keown by just under three percent of the vote. Tuesday’s election may be his closest race yet.
A look inside Mercer Panhellenic Bid Day 2022
Glitter, laughter and balloons filled Greek Village on Saturday during Fall 2022 Bid Day. The event marked the end of Mercer’s delayed formal recruitment, which started Sept. 5. According to Associate Director of Campus Life and Student Involvement Meridith White, 84 women were extended bids to join the panhellenic chapters this Saturday. Bid day takes place after a week of recruitment where potential new members attend events at each sorority.
What you need to know about 988, the new U.S. suicide hotline
The new Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number 988 is now active across the United States. The shorter three-digit number will make it easier for those in crisis to access free and confidential support. The new lifeline was launched on July 16, 2022 and was formally known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and could be reached at 1-800-273-TALK. The number is an alternative to 911 for those experiencing a mental health crisis.
Eliza Graham Moore: “Therapy Saves Lives”
Therapy Saves Lives by Eliza Graham Moore I believe in therapy. Despite being a young 19-year-old woman, I have found myself a victim to many things in my short life experience, from minor inconveniences all the way to abuse. I grew up like everyone else, or so I thought for many years, despite the obvious signs I was too afraid to confront.
Mercer Artist: Writer-In-Residence Rose McLarney reflects on creativity, place, new ventures
Poet Rose McLarney is this spring's Writer-In-Residence, part of the Ferrol A. Sams Jr. Distinguished Chair of English, an annual program wherein Mercer's English department brings an accomplished poet, playwright or fiction writer to lead a seminar class and host public readings. Every Tuesday evening, McLarney makes the hour-and-a-half commute to Mercer where her students gather in Willingham for an advanced poetry workshop.
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