Mercer University names first female president in school’s 192-year history, but she's no stranger to Mercer

The Mercer University Board of Trustees returned to Penfield, where the university was founded, to select a new president.
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Mercer names Columbus native, former teacher its first female president

Mercer University on Friday named its next president, Penny L. Elkins, the first female to lead the Macon-based private university in its nearly two-century history.
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Mercer's next president will be the first female leader in its 192-year history

Mercer University's new president will begin serving on Jan. 1, 2026, replacing longtime leadership of William Underwood.

Mercer University Elects Columbus Native as 19th President

The Mercer University Board of Trustees has elected a Columbus native as the institution’s 19th president. Dr. Penny Elkins will be the first female leader in the ...
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Mercer University reports historic spike in new undergraduate students

Mercer University began its 193rd academic year by enrolling a record number of new undergraduate students, the school announced Monday. Mercer’s class of 2029 includes 1,130 new residential ...
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Former Mercer University professor sues school over allegations of discrimination

Mercer University said it has temporarily archived online content about an LGBTQ+ project following President Trump’s executive order regarding the removal of diversity, equity and inclusion programs ...