Student Organizations
Mercer seeks to foster a lively and inclusive community that is also intellectual, social, and spiritual. From the many student organizations and activities to the fine athletic facilities, there is truly something for everyone.
Student Leadership Awards
Individual awards and descriptions for 2011-2012 are below. Submit all individual student award nominations here. Student Organization Awards are listed below the individual award descriptions and are application based. Organizations may apply for any or all of the six awards below. Please turn applications in to the Campus Life Office by Tuesday, April 10 at 5pm to be considered.
The Mercerian Award: This award recognizes a senior graduating during the 2011-2012 academic year who has excelled academically while making Mercer a better place through his/her co-curricular involvement and contributions to the campus community. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
The "Papa Joe" Hendricks Award This award recognizes a student who has played an active role in encouraging the hearts of his/her fellow Mercerians and has been dedicated to unifying the student body and positively contributing to the Mercer community. Dr. Joseph Hendricks, affectionately known as "Papa Joe," is a Mercer alumnus who served the University for over forty years in several different capacities, including Professor of Christianity and Interdisciplinary Studies and Dean of Students. All students, regardless of class rank or grade point average, are welcome to apply.
The Thelma "T Lady" Ross Spirit of Mercer Award This award recognizes a student, regardless of class rank and grade point average, who exemplifies the qualities of the late Thelma "T Lady" Ross: unwavering Mercer spirit and compassion for others, outstanding campus involvement, and in-depth knowledge of and pride for Mercer University. Ms. Ross first came to Mercer in 1947 and later established T's Corner, dispensing valuable information, advice, and motherly love to the entire Mercer community. "T Lady" served the Mercer community with compassion and pride for over fifty-five years.
Spright Dowell Award Each year the Mercer Circle presents the Spright Dowell Award to the first year student who has demonstrated exceptional scholarship, leadership and service. The award is named after Dr. Spright Dowell who served as president of Auburn University for eight years and then as president of Mercer for twenty-five years.
The BEAR Award The BEAR Award recognizes seniors that have exhibited leadership through co-curricular involvements throughout their time at Mercer. Do you know a senior that has been involved and been a leader throughout their time at Mercer whether as an RA, PA, student organization officer or club sports official? Please list the name of the senior you are nominating and a brief description of each of their specific involvements while at Mercer. You may nominate more than one senior, but please fill out separate forms.
Student Organization Awards
Most Improved Student Organization
Student Organization of the Year
Outstanding Organization Advisor
Student Organizational Policies
All student organizations should abide by the Student Organizational Policies.
Event Approval
All student organization events must be approved by the Office of Campus Life. Check the University calendar first to avoid any scheduling conflicts as best as possible (keep in mind that it may take several days for approved events to appear on the calendar). Complete a student organization reservation request >
Programs Offered for Student Organizations
The Division of Student Affairs provides many programs for your student organization in the areas of health and responsibility, organizational effectiveness, major/career/graduate school preparation, diversity training, and more. See a list of these programs or contact Campus Life or Greek Life to find out more. Also refer to the list of Mercer Folks to Know for more information.
Renew Your Student Organization
All student organizations are required to renew once a year with Campus Life or at any time officers change.
IF YOU ARE TRANSITIONING OFFICERS, please submit all new information here before the end of the Spring semester 2012.
If you have any questions or issues with renewing your information, please contact the Office of Campus Life at 478-301-2868 or campuslife@mercer.edu .
Start a New Student Organization
Consider the 3 categories of student organizations and click the link to start the process of establishing your new organization:
- Religious Affiliated: A student organization that provides faith/religion to the Mercer Community.
- Club Sports: A student organization that provides students with an athletic component to their college education and is not affiliated with the Athletic Department.
- New Student Organization: Any student organization that is either academic, governing, honorary, service, publication affiliated, or of special interest.