Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of the Mercer Corporate Engagement Team (CET)?
The Mercer Corporate Engagement Team serves as the primary contact for those corporations with interests that span the University and thus would benefit from a single institutional contact. CET represents the broad priorities of the University, promoting opportunities for corporations to enhance research through investments, recruiting, marketing, and other initiatives. The CET facilitates connections to help match interests and build strong working relationships into the future.
How can the CET help our company?
We will work with you to determine the best engagement and investment opportunities to meet your branding and recruiting goals and capitalize on the company’s contributions. Working with the Office of the Provost, we can identify faculty experts and program leads in areas of interest to begin discussions on research that will both meet your technical needs and help develop highly qualified graduates. Companies that consider Mercer University to be a strategic partner look for deeper engagement with the university. The CET will work with you to structure mutually beneficial partnerships that, with your investment, can maximize opportunities for research collaboration, student engagement, access to top talent, employee and executive education, etc.
My company's foundation requires that the receiving institution be a 501(c)(3). Is Mercer University considered a 501(c)(3)?
Yes. Mercer University is exempt from federal income tax under Section 115 of the Internal Revenue Code and with this status is precluded from obtaining additional specific exception under Code section 501(c)(3) for charitable contributions.
How can I learn about the various opportunities to partner with Mercer University?
We recommend that you contact the CET via Senior Associate Vice President Allen London at (478) 301-4169 or london_a@mercer.edu and he can help determine where best to connect you to the University.