Mercer University College of Health Professions

08/17/2026

A new semester means new beginnings, new opportunities, and a whole new group of Bears to celebrate! Please join us in welcoming our newest students to both campuses. Welcome to our Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Bachelor of Science in Public Health students in Macon, and our Master of Public Health, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, and Doctor of Psychology students in Atlanta.

We're excited to be part of your journey and can't wait to see all you'll accomplish. Welcome to the Mercer family, and Go Bears! 🧡

The best is yet to come. Welcome, !

08/15/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Mercer University's Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Class of 2029 on receiving your white coats!

This meaningful ceremony symbolizes your commitment to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and serving patients with integrity. As you continue your journey toward becoming physical therapists, know that your Mercer family is proud to celebrate this important milestone with you.

We can't wait to see the difference you'll make in the lives of your future patients. Congratulations, and here's to the exciting road ahead! 🧡

08/15/2026

Congratulations to the inaugural cohort of Mercer University's Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program, the Class of 2029, on receiving your white coats! Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey of service, compassion, leadership, and lifelong learning.

We are honored to celebrate this historic moment with you and can't wait to see the impact you will make in the lives of your future patients and communities.

Welcome to the profession, and congratulations on making Mercer history! 🧡

08/12/2026

🎉 It's a week of celebration at Mercer CHP as we welcome new students to several of our undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs!

First, we'd like to extend a warm and joyful welcome to the inaugural cohort of our Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program. Your journey begins today, and we are honored to be part of it. 🧡

07/24/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the Mercer University Physician Assistant Class of 2026 on achieving a 100% first-time PANCE pass rate!

This remarkable accomplishment reflects your dedication, resilience, and commitment to excellence. We are incredibly proud of all you've achieved and can't wait to see the impact you'll make as physician assistants.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🧡

07/06/2026

Congratulations to Hridith Sudev, a second-year Doctor of Public Health student, on these outstanding accomplishments! We are proud to celebrate these well-deserved achievements.

Mercer student Hridith Sudev was selected for the Empower Through Health Global Health Experiential Fellowship and to be a part of the 2026-27 American Journal of Public Health Student Think Tank.

07/04/2026

🐻🖤 Happy 4th of July, Bears! 🧡🎆Wishing our entire campus community a safe, fun, and relaxing Independence Day filled with family, food, and fireworks! 🇺🇸✨

06/04/2026

Congratulations to Abey McLeod, a second year Master of Athletic Training (MAT) student, and recipient of the Lori Mobley Groover Leadership Award! Throughout her time in our MAT Program, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and service to the profession. The Georgia Athletic Trainers' Association (GATA) shared that "her dedication in the classroom, clinical settings, and student leadership roles reflects her passion for the athletic training profession and her desire to inspire future generations of athletic trainers." Way to go, Abey!

05/20/2026

We are proud to share that our Physician Assistant (PA) student society, the Godsey-Matthews Student Society, has been named the 2026 American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) Outstanding Student Society of the Year. These students go far beyond the classroom, serving underserved communities, supporting free clinics, engaging children and families, and raising funds to expand access to care across Georgia. We give a special shout-out to Addison Stromberg, current President, whose leadership and behind-the-scenes efforts were instrumental in achieving this honor.

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Mary Elizabeth Hollowell (PA ’28), who earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree at the end of the spring semester and walked in Mercer’s Macon Commencement earlier this week!
Mary Elizabeth completed her final undergraduate semester while simultaneously finishing her first semester in the Physician Assistant program — all through Mercer’s Accelerated Special Consideration Program. A job well done!