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In-Person Semester Break Hours

In-Person New Year Break Hours 2024

The Mercer University Libraries in-person service hours will be altered for the New Year break from January 2 until January 7.

24/7 areas will reopen on Tuesday, January 2 at 8:00 AM for access via Bear Card.

In-Person Semester Break Hours
Swilley Library (Atlanta)*Tarver Library (Macon)*
Tuesday, January 28:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, January 38:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, January 48:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday, January 58:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, January 6CLOSEDCLOSED
Sunday, January 7CLOSEDCLOSED

*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card. 

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Winter Break Hours December 22- January 1

Winter Break Hours 2023

All Mercer University Libraries will be closed from December 22 until January 1 in observance of the winter break. All spaces, including the 24/7 areas, will be closed.

24/7 spaces will reopen on January 2 at 8 AM for access with a valid Bear Card.

Winter Break Hours December 22- January 1

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Tarver Library In-Person Service Hours December 18, 2023

Tarver Library In-Person Service Hours

Please be aware that the Tarver Library’s in-person service areas will be closed on Monday, December 18 from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM for staff training and a staff holiday party.

24/7 areas will be open and accessible with a Bear Card.

Tarver Library In-Person Service Hours December 18, 2023

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In-Person Fall Semester Break Hours December 17 - 21

In-Person Fall Semester Break Hours 2023

The Mercer University Libraries will alter our in-person hours from December 17 through December 21.

In-Person Fall Semester Break Hours December 17 - 21
Swilley Library (Atlanta)*Tarver Library (Macon)*
Sunday, December 17CLOSEDCLOSED
Monday, December 188:00 AM - 5:00 PM2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, December 198:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, December 208:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, December 218:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card. 

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Good luck on final exams, bears!

Finals Week

The Mercer University Libraries wants to wish you well on your finals this week! On your study break, grab a snack from the tables at Swilley, Tarver, and the Douglas and Henry Academic Centers. Also, visit Tarver to participate in fun events during the week, such as making ornaments and buttons. Follow our Instagram and Facebook pages for more library events.

Good luck on final exams, bears!

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Thanksgiving Hours 2023

Thanksgiving Hours 2023

The Mercer University Libraries will alter our in-person hours for Thanksgiving from November 21 through November 25 for the Swilley & Tarver Libraries as well as the Academic Centers.

Thanksgiving Hours 2023
Swilley Library (Atlanta)*Tarver Library (Macon)*Douglas CenterHenry Center
Tuesday, November 218:00 AM - 7:00 PM8:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 228:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, November 23ClosedClosedClosedClosed
Friday, November 24ClosedClosedClosedClosed
Saturday, November 25ClosedClosedClosedClosed

*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card. 

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International Education Week November 13-November 17

International Education Week

International Education Week (IEW) is November 13 through November 17. According to the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, IEW is “an opportunity to highlight the value of global and cultural competencies and promote programs that help U.S. students and teachers develop global skills for success in the 21st century.” During IEW, Mercer University Libraries will celebrate International Day on Thursday, November 16. We are so glad to support our international students.

In collaboration with Katie Lloyd, Assistant Director of Global Services, check out last year’s YouTube video to learn about IEW and International Day. Also, visit the table displays at the Atlanta, Douglas, and Henry locations.

For more information about IEW, visit https://iew.state.gov/.  

International Education Week November 13-November 17

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National Native American Heritage Month November 1 through November 30

National Native American Heritage Month

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates National Native American Heritage Month on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff who are a part of this resilient and diverse community. During November, check out the following films, books, and web resources.  

Films

These dramas and documentaries spotlight the lives and stories in the Native American community. They are available in Kanopy. 

  • Our Story: The Indigenous Led Fight to Protect Greater Chaco
  • The Redfern Story: Fighting for Indigenous Rights through Theater
  • Five Short Films from the National Indigenous Documentary Fund
  • By Blood: Native American Men Fight for Cherokee Citizenship
  • Guie’dani’s Navel
  • Samie Blood: Sameblod
  • Cholitas
  • Destination Arnold

Books

Browse a few of these fiction and non-fiction books available through the library.

Web Resources

Here is a list of organizations to learn more about indigenous peoples and their culture during Native American Heritage Month.

National Native American Heritage Month November 1 through November 30

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Happy Halloween

Halloween 2023

Boo! The Mercer University Libraries wants to wish students, faculty, and staff a safe and fun Halloween. Check out this New York Magazine article for costume ideas! Also, see the list of top 5 films to stream in Kanopy and a list of books to read.

Films

These films are available to watch in Kanopy in the Horror 2023 collection.

  • Piranha
  • X
  • Bodies, Bodies, Bodies
  • Pearl
  • A Tale of Two Sisters

Books

Check out these e-books and print books available through the library.

Happy Halloween

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