8 Black Pioneers in Medicine and Healthcare You Should Know

In honor of Black History Month, the American College of Healthcare Executives is celebrating the trailblazing Black clinicians, scientists, and healthcare leaders who have left their mark on history. Click here to learn more about eight pioneers who broke barriers, developed innovative medical tests and treatments, improved access to high-quality care, and paved the way for the next generation.

In celebration of Black History Month, Mercer University has planned various events on the Macon and Atlanta campuses that are open to all students. Learn more

Annual General Safety Education Session

February 6 | 12 - 1 pm | Virtual

To ensure we keep ourselves and our campus safe, all faculty, staff, and students are required to attend the annual general safety education session. During the session, Lieutenant Gary Mills of Mercer Police will provide general safety tips followed by campus-specific advice. For additional tips on staying safe on and off campus, click here.

Zoom Link

Meeting ID: 994 5436 8910

Regalia Ordering Information 

Students in the class of 2024 may now place their regalia/invitation order on The Mercer University Landing Page from the Herff Jones College Division. Your order will be shipped directly to your home address. While the deadline on the Herff Jones website is March 31, we strongly encourage you to place your order by March 1 to ensure that you receive it on time. 

There are many packages to choose from, but you only need to order the package that includes your gown, hood, and cap/tassel. View the regalia types and package details. Please note that if you order a Stole of Gratitude, you will not be able to wear it during the commencement ceremony.  

GCEP 2024 Rural Emergency & Critical Care 

February 24-25 | MUSM Savannah Campus

The Georgia College of Emergency Physicians (GCEP) will hold its annual conference on the MUSM Savannah campus.

Registration is free for MUSM students.

The GCEP is also looking for student volunteers to help set up on February 23 at 4:00 pm and during both days of the event. If you are interested in volunteering, you can sign up here. 

Learn more and register

Important Dates for the Class of 2024

Be sure to mark your calendar with these important dates celebrating MUSM's Class of 2024. 

Special Topics in Rural Health

The Rural Health Sciences PhD Program will be hosting several guest lecture events focused on rural health this semester. Each session will start at 9 am in the LRC Commons Room 201 on the Macon campus. The sessions will also be recorded to share later.

Upcoming Sessions

February 7 | Panelists | Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response in Rural Areas | Zoom Link

February 14 | Rafael Ponce, MD | Infectious Diseases in Rural Areas

February 21 | Brian D. Wright, MD | Mental Health in Rural Areas

February 28 | Panelists | Rural Health and DPH Collaborations | Zoom Link

Past Session Recording

January 24 | DeMarcus Beckham | HIV and AIDS Advocacy in Rural Areas

January 31 | Suleima Salgdo, MBA | Telehealth in Rural Areas