The Swilley Library is currently undergoing two construction projects. These projects will impact both the second and first floors of the library. We apologize for any noise or other inconvenience that may occur while we work on improvements to the library.
We thank you for your patience!
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Please join us at the unveiling of a new exhibit from the Y. Lynn Holmes Ancient Artifact Collection on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Jack Tarver Library.
Please contact Daniel Williams with questions at (478) 301-2968 or williams_dw@mercer.edu.
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Clergy Appreciation Day is Sunday, October 8, and Mercer University Libraries would like to give a special thanks to the McAfee School of Theology. Thank you to all the wonderful faculty and staff who educate Mercer students! Also, take a look at the Theology research guide for a list of recommended resources!
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The Mercer University Libraries will alter our in-person hours for Fall Break from October 4 through October 7 for Swilley & Tarver Library.
| Swilley Library (Atlanta)* | Tarver Library (Macon)* |
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|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 04 | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Thursday, October 05 | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday, October 06 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday, October 07 | Closed | Closed |
*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card.
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The Mercer University Libraries celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff who are a part of this vibrant and diverse community. From September 15 through October 15, explore the recommended films, books, and web resources.
Films
These films spotlight the Hispanic community and are available in Kanopy’s Hispanic Heritage Month collection.
Books
Browse a few of these fiction and non-fiction books available through the E-Books on EBSCOHost database.
Web Resources
To learn more about the Hispanic community, visit these websites.
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The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Constitution Day, which occurs September 17. Visit the National Constitution Center to interact with the Constitution. Next, check out the display tables at the Swilley, Tarver, Douglas, and Henry libraries and see the recommended films, books, and web resources.
Films
Take a look at some of the films and series available to watch through the Mercer Libraries in Kanopy.
Books
Check out these e-books available through the library’s Ebook Central (ProQuest) database.
Web Resources
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The Mercer University Libraries will alter our in-person hours for Labor Day from September 3 and 4 for the Swilley & Tarver Libraries as well as the Academic Centers.
| Swilley Library (Atlanta)* | Tarver Library (Macon)* | Douglas Academic Center | Henry Academic Center | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, September 3 | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Closed | Closed |
| Monday, September 4 | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card.
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Welcome to a new semester, Bears! August 21-25 is Welcome Back Week, and we are excited for you to visit the library and learn about the services we offer. Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages for weekly posts about Mercer University Libraries. At the Swilley Library in Atlanta, drop by the circulation desk and ask about the scavenger hunt. If you have any questions, contact us on our Ask a Librarian page. You can reach us by Zoom, live chat, e-mail, phone, or visit in person. Have a wonderful first week of classes!
The Mercer University Libraries will begin our regular Fall hours beginning Monday, August 21 for the Swilley Library and the Douglas and Henry Centers. Regular Fall hours for the Tarver Library will begin Tuesday, August 22.
| Swilley Library (Atlanta)* | Tarver Library (Macon)* | Douglas Center | Henry Center | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Closed | Closed |
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Closed | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card.
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