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Air date: 1/11/26

As we look forward to the professors returning to the classroom this week, let’s enjoy this Ask The Professor New Year’s show recorded in January 2012.  Host Matt Mio is joined by Professors Jason Roche, Roy Finkenbine, Dave Chow and Jeffe Boats.

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Air date: 1/4/26

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To celebrate the New Year, we’d like to share these Ask The Professor memories from New Year’s Eve 1985.  Host Edwin DeWindt is joined by Professors George Pickering, Wallace Peace, Mary Jo Nichols and John Klemanski.

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Air date: 12/28/25

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Host Matt Mio is joined by Professors Heather Hill, Stephen Manning, Mara Livezey, Danielle Maxwell, Jim Tubbs, Dan Maggio and Dave Chow.

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Air date: 12/21/25

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It’s always great to hear the voice of long-time Ask The Professor host Edwin DeWindt; and this week’s episode takes us back to Christmas of 1996, when Edwin was joined by Professors George Pickering, Claire Crabtree, Dan Maggio, Hugh Culik and special guest Patrick Parsons.

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Air date: 12/14/25

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It’s the Ask The Professor Christmas show for 2025.  Host Matt Mio is joined by Professors Beth Oljar, Dan Maggio, Danielle Maxwell, Jim Tubbs, Erin Bell and Dave Chow.

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Welcome to the winter 2026 semester, Titans! Kick off the new semester with a week packed full of exciting events Jan. 12-16 on the McNichols Campus, sponsored by the Student Life Office.

From making your own “Zlipperz” to keep you cozy during those long Michigan winter months to the cosmic Bowling Bonanza at the Garden Bowl, you don’t want to miss out on the fun this week!

The schedule of events is as follows:

• Monday, Jan. 12, 3-5 p.m. — Make Your Own Zlipperz: Student Union Lower Level
• Tuesday, Jan. 13, 5-6:30 p.m. — New Years Rec-Solutions: Fitness Center
• Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2:30-5:30 p.m. — Soup’s On!: Student Union Lower Level
• Thursday, Jan. 15, 12:45-2 p.m. — SGA Meet the Senators: Fountain Lounge
• ALSO Thursday, Jan. 15, 6-8 p.m. — Karaoke: Ballroom
• Friday, Jan. 16, 6-8 p.m. — Bowling Bonanza: Garden Bowl

Mark your calendars, bring a friend (or meet new ones) and join the fun!

Titans, start the New Year off strong by volunteering for Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) and get to know UDM’s wonderful neighbors.

Get in on the action and sign up for bi-weekly Wednesday deliveries from 1:30-3 p.m. or weekly Friday deliveries from 10-11:45 a.m.

Produce deliveries start Friday, Jan. 9.

Join the fun and community building as TENN packs fresh produce and delivers it to the doors of the University’s neighbors.

With any questions, please email Chelsea Manning at mannincp@udmercy.edu.

Sign up for Wednesdays here.

Sign up for Fridays here.

Each year, the Detroit Mercy English Department honors Dudley Randall, the late poet, publisher and University of Detroit librarian and poet-in-residence, by sponsoring a poetry competition in his name.

Now in its 56th year, the prize continues Randall’s legacy of amplifying creative voices within the Detroit Mercy community.

Detroit Mercy undergraduate students are eligible to submit one poem of 55 or fewer lines. All topics and poetic forms are welcome. The winner of the first prize must be available to read the poem at the annual CHASS Honors Convocation on Sunday, March 22.

The deadline for submissions is Feb. 6. First prize is $150 with second prize of $100 and third prize of $75. The judges of this year’s contest are:

• Melba Joyce Boyd, MI Poet Laureate
• Joanna Fuhrman
• Molly Barlow

Find out more about the Dudley Randall Poetry Prizes and read winning poems from previous years here.

For questions or more information about this year’s contest, please contact Stacy Gnall, Detroit Mercy’s poet-in-residence, at gnallsc@udmercy.edu.

Submit your poem here.

Service in the City, sponsored by University Ministry, is back for winter 2026. This program connects UDM students with local education-focused nonprofits in Detroit, giving students the opportunity to make a real impact in the community with a commitment of just one hour per week.

Through this integrated immersion program, students can earn 10-plus service hours and participate in formation opportunities that deepen understanding of community engagement. The deadline to sign up is Jan. 26.

Service opportunities are designed to help students get to know the local Detroit community, and learn how resilient community leaders are supporting each other and co-creating a better future.

Loyola High School, Brilliant Detroit and La Casa Guadalupana are educational non-profits impacting Detroit youth. With just one hour per week, UDM students build relationships in the community, support the next generation and fulfill class requirements, all while developing new skills.

This program is especially popular with students in the Leadership Minor, Honors Program and CEL-integrated classes, but all students who want to make the world a better place are encouraged to sign up.

Please contact Gray La Fond at glafond@udmercy.edu with any questions.

Sign up here.

Start 2026 with a bang at University Recreation’s New Year’s Rec-Solutions! Save the date for this fun event to help usher in the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 13 from 5-6:30 p.m. inside of the Whitty Student Fitness Center.

Free food is available to the first 100 participants. Also included will be giveaways, raffles, vendors, interactive demos, sports and fitness challenges, music, inflatable games and a few surprises! Stay tuned for more.

The spirit store/bookstore on the McNichols Campus is open all week ahead of the start of the winter semester on Monday, Jan. 12. Students are able to buy books ahead of that time all week inside of the Student Union.

Hours for the first few weeks of the semester are as follows:

January 5-11

• Monday, Jan. 5 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Tuesday, Jan. 6 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Wednesday, Jan. 7 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 8 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 9 — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Saturday/Sunday, Jan. 10-11 — Closed

January 12-18

• Monday, Jan. 12 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tuesday, Jan. 13 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Wednesday, Jan. 14 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 15 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 16 — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Saturday, Jan. 17 — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Sunday, Jan. 18 — Closed

January 19-25

• Monday, Jan. 19 (MLK Day) — Closed
• Tuesday, Jan. 20 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Wednesday, Jan. 21 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 22 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 23 — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Full bookstore info.

Detroit Mercy Law will hold a candid conversation on “Careers in Arts & Entertainment Law,” hosted by the Arts, Communication, Entertainment & Sports Section of the State Bar of Michigan.

This discussion will take place on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 5-7 p.m. at the Riverfront Campus inside Room 226. A reception will follow in the atrium.

Featured Speakers:

• Paul Rosenberg ’96 is a globally recognized force in the music industry, known for being a longtime manager of Eminem, founder of Goliath Artists and president of Shady Records. He is also the former chairman and CEO of Def Jam Recordings and has produced acclaimed projects such as “8 Mile” and “How Music Got Free.”
• Howard Hertz received his law degree from Wayne State University in 1976 and formed the law firm of Hertz Schram in 1979. He specializes in entertainment law and has represented numerous artists and entities in the entertainment field. He is a member of the Board of Directors and president of the Detroit Music Awards Foundation and a former member and advisor of the Board of Governors of the Recording Academy Chicago Chapter (Grammys).

These distinguished professionals will share insights on arts and entertainment law, including career paths and industry opportunities. Please contact Brittany Dawson at dawsonba2@udmercy.edu with any questions.

Register here.

The Women’s and Gender Studies Program has announced the 2025-26 Jane Schubert Student Grant with nominations being accepted until Jan. 23, 2026. Grants support community and academic projects and activities related to women’s and gender issues.

Current undergraduate, graduate and professional students, as well as University-recognized students organizations are welcome to apply using an online application.

Past grants have been awarded in support of a wide range of activities, community projects, as well as academic projects, such as:

• Bringing an international poet to UDM to recite her work and speak on trauma, journey and the modern stories of Muslim women.
• The publication and performance of a student chapbook of written and visual art that engaged issues of gender.
• A Ph.D. capstone project on vicarious trauma and its effects on sexual assault nurse examiners.
• Travel to an academic conference to present research on mental health interventions for Black women.
• The Chemistry Club’s Women in Science Symposium.

Students should complete the online application form.

Please direct any questions to Lee Eshelman (eshelmlr@udmercy.edu), Women’s and Gender Studies affiliate faculty and chair of the WGS Grants Subcommittee.

The annual Titan Winter Blast, Detroit Mercy’s signature winter event, returns Saturday, Jan. 24, followed by a UDM men’s basketball contest with Oakland University, all taking place on the McNichols Campus.

All Titans — students, alumni, staff, faculty, friends, family and guests — are invited for the winter festivities, camaraderie and fun inside of the Whitty Student Fitness Center from 12-3 p.m.

Various teams of chili chefs from across the University’s campuses will turn up the heat at the wildly popular chili cook-off! Snuggle up for some horse-drawn trolley rides and have an indoor winter blast playing cornhole and games, participating in activities and cookie decorating, and more! Refreshments will be provided by Eastern Market Brewery.

Following the fun, head over to Calihan Hall to cheer on men’s basketball as they battle rival Oakland at 3 p.m.

Cost for attendance is $5 for students and $20 for alumni, faculty, staff and guests. Children 12 and under are free. Admission includes tastings at the chili cook-off, food and refreshments, all games and activities plus a ticket to the men’s basketball contest.

Register for TWB.

Students have the option to enroll in a payment plan for their winter term tuition. Payment plans are available through your UDM portal until Feb. 17.

For questions, please contact the Student Accounting Office at studentaccounts@udmercy.edu, call Transact at 1-800-339-8131 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. or go to studentsupport.transactcampus.com/hc/en-us.

It’s time for the annual Titans men’s and women’s golf raffle. Your participation helps make a difference with proceeds to directly support team travel expenses throughout the season.

Purchase raffle tickets today and show your Titan pride. Tickets are $50 each, and prizes are as follows:

• First place: $1,000
• Second place: $500
• Third place: $100

Special bonus: Buy four or more tickets and receive a Nike Titan Golf team cap.

Winning tickets will be drawn during halftime of the UDM men’s basketball game on Friday, Jan. 30, at approximately 8 p.m.

Checks can be sent to the UDM Golf Program, c/o Chuck Batcheller, Calihan Hall, 4001 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI 48221. Credit cards, cash, Venmo (@Charles-Batcheller) or PayPal (@cbatcheller1987) are also accepted. Ticket numbers will be assigned upon receipt of payment.

For more information, please contact Coach Batcheller at batchech@udmercy.edu or 248-234-1867.

Thanks for supporting our dedicated student-athletes!

The deadline for University Ministry’s Civil Rights Service Immersion Trip during the spring break, March 7-13, in Montgomery, Ala., will close on Jan. 21. Students of all faiths or none are welcome to apply.

Service immersion trips are an opportunity to encounter a community outside of your own, offer your gifts and friendship in service, simplicity and solidarity, and immerse yourself in education on the critical issues of our day, in this case, the Civil Rights Movement.

This trip is designed both to learn from the rich history of the area, visiting renowned museums and historical sites. It also includes engaging in current-day civil rights issues around racism, voting access and even joining a historical rally crossing the Selma bridge.

Fill out interest form here.

The application deadline for University Ministry’s Service Immersion Trip during spring break, March 7-13, to the Appalachian Mountains in Washburn, Tenn., will close on Jan. 21. Students of all faiths or none are welcome to apply.

Service immersion trips are an opportunity to encounter a community outside of your own, offer your gifts and friendship in service, simplicity and solidarity, and immerse yourself in education on the critical issues of our day, in this case, sustainability in Appalachia.

We will stay with Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center, an organization dedicated to serving the local community, teaching sustainable practices and offering retreat space to cultivate an ethic and spirituality around the natural world. This trip combines service learning (sustainable gardening, trail and forest restoration, and more) with education on the challenges and solutions to sustainable living in our day.

For any questions, please contact seckric@udmercy.edu.

Fill out interest form here.

In honor of Detroit Mercy’s 150th anniversary, the University will host The Best of Spain: In the Footsteps of St. Ignatius, a 10-day travel experience from Nov. 2-11, 2026.

Join fellow members of the Detroit Mercy community to explore Spain’s rich cultural heritage and Ignatian history, with stops in Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastian and many other inspiring locations.

For more information, contact Peggy Pattison at pattisma@udmercy.edu.

Detroit Mercy wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday season!

Following are the campus-specific schedules in observance of Christmas and the holiday season:

• The McNichols Campus will close at the end of normal business hours on Tuesday, Dec. 23 and resume operations on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Winter classes begin Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
• The Riverfront Campus will close at the end of business hours on Monday, Dec. 22 and resume operations on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Winter classes for Detroit Mercy Law begin on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.
• The Corktown Campus will be closed Dec. 22 and resume operations on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Winter classes for the School of Dentistry begin on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.
• The Novi Campus will be closed for the holidays on Dec. 20 and resume operations on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Classes for the School of Optometry begin Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026.

For those who are interested in making an end-of-the-year donation to Detroit Mercy, please visit www.udmercy.edu/giving/donate.

We hope everyone has a safe and joyous Christmas and holiday season!

Start the new year with connection and community spirit. The Connected Communities 5K Walk/Run is back for its second year, bringing together neighborhoods for a day of fitness and networking.

The event kicks off on Saturday, Jan. 3, at 11 a.m. Participants will start at 1004 W. 7 Mile Rd., Detroit, and cross the finish line at The Raw Space, located at 8420 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit.

Whether you walk or run, you’ll experience an energetic community and meet some amazing people.

This event is sponsored by The Raw Space, Pillar + Pride and Avenue Runners.

Register here.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our amazing employees who joined us for the annual Christmas Party. Your presence made the event truly special, and we hope you enjoyed the festivities, food and fun.

Relive the wonderful moments by checking out the photo gallery from the event.

Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Come out to support the local Detroit community and cheer on the Titans men’s basketball team on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 1 p.m., as they take on Siena Heights inside historic Calihan Hall. Bring a toy for donation and receive a free ticket to the game!

Your toy donation will support local Detroit charities and the Children’s Hospital of Michigan and you’ll enjoy an exciting matchup, all while helping Titan Athletics make an impact on the community.

Fans and children will also have the opportunity for pictures with Tommy Titan dressed as Santa.

Don’t miss this chance to make a difference and root for the Titans!

University of Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) received several honors and a pair of grants this fall for its work in the community.

The organization, which fosters student and community collaboration for a more food-sovereign Detroit, was recognized with a Spirit of Detroit Award by Detroit City Councilmembers Coleman A. Young II and Angela Whitfield Calloway. Nearly a dozen members of TENN received their own plaque acknowledging the award, which highlights outstanding achievement or service to the residents of Detroit.

State Rep. Helena Scott also honored TENN with a special tribute for its work combating food insecurity and promoting equity and sustainability in the community.

“The students were so excited,” said TENN Program Manager Chelsea Manning. “They’re all so busy with taking more classes than I can imagine, and yet, they’re so dedicated to the organization.

“It’s just a really amazing validation that we are reaching our goals and our mission.”

A pair of grants will help TENN’s mission at UDM and in the community surrounding the McNichols Campus.

The Michigan Health Endowment Fund awarded a $180,000 grant to TENN, in collaboration with UDM’s College of Health Professions and the Martin Park and Fitzgerald Neighborhoods, to create a Wellness Council. A $5,000 grant from the Catholic Foundation of Michigan will also support the Wellness Council.

Manning said the Wellness Council will identify needs and develop projects that TENN, its partners and other groups at UDM can implement in the community. The grant from the Catholic Foundation of Michigan is focused on cultivating resident leaders and building the foundation for the Wellness Council through training and workshops.

Manning, who is in her third year as TENN’s program manager, said receiving the grants is a tremendous honor for the organization and its mission.

“These awards will enable us to expand programming while deepening TENN’s relationship-based model,” she said. “Through this support, we look forward to collaborating with the community to identify new opportunities for TENN and other campus partners to enhance health and wellness in the Martin Park and Fitzgerald/Marygrove neighborhoods.

“These grants also affirm the strength of TENN’s strategies and our commitment to community partnerships.”

The Wellness Council is expected to start by spring 2026, with the ultimate goal of sustainability.

“Our goal is to have a lot of capacity building for neighborhood leaders so that this work is sustainable if we can’t carry it on,” Manning said.

In addition to TENN’s awards and grants, Manning was recognized at the Detroit District Two Leadership Breakfast, hosted by Councilmember Whitfield Calloway. Manning was among nearly 20 people honored for their contributions to the well-being of the district’s community this year.

Organizations such as TENN allow UDM students to live the University’s Jesuit and Mercy mission through community engagement.

Last year, TENN delivered more than 24,000 pounds of food in the community, feeding 200 families.

“Chelsea and her team of 12 amazing student leaders are working with community leaders to provide transformational experiences for other students by helping them realize that they can make a difference in the areas of food security and sustainability,” said Fr. Tim Hipskind, S.J., director of Community Engaged Learning at UDM. “In doing so, they are providing experiences that counter the social fragmentation that plagues our world these days by equipping student and community members to work together across difference.”

Through her role, Manning has experienced firsthand how students are impacted by volunteering with TENN.

‘It’s really amazing to see the growth in the students,” Manning said.

Learn more about TENN.

UDM giving opportunities.

Looking for a place to study for finals? The McNichols Campus Library is again offering extended hours to support students during final exams week.

Library hours are as follows for the week:

• Monday, Dec. 8 — 8 a.m. to midnight
• Tuesday, Dec. 9 — 8 a.m. to midnight
• Wednesday, Dec. 10 — 8 a.m. to midnight
• Thursday, Dec. 11 — 8 a.m. to midnight
• Friday, Dec. 12 — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec. 13 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

It’s almost chili time! Calling all faculty, staff, students and alumni for the annual chili cook-off at the Titan Winter Blast, set for Saturday, Jan. 24 prior to the men’s basketball contest against Oakland on the McNichols Campus. The cook-off is from 12-3 p.m., with the Titans game against rival Golden Grizzlies beginning at 3 p.m. inside of Calihan Hall.

Grab a co-worker, fellow classmate, your student organization or club members, or an alumni to join the the chili-cooking fun!

Registration ends Friday, Dec. 12. For more information please contact Arneshia Austin at austinad1@udmercy.edu.

Sign-up today!

Detroit Mercy’s annual Late Night Munchies meal Monday, Dec. 8 from 8-9:30 p.m. inside of Titan Dining Room helps usher in the start of finals week on the McNichols Campus.

The 2025 meal from Metz features chicken and waffles, yogurt parfaits, breakfast tacos, and more to help fuel the prep for finals. Also included inside of TDR are fun activities such as caricatures, henna, a photo booth and music. Everyone is welcome!

University Ministry will host a special time of prayer and reflection for peacemakers Monday, Dec. 8, at 1 p.m., inside of the Holy Spirit Chapel, located in the Student Union, Lower Level.

Together, we will pray the Rosary, a traditional Catholic devotion, in support of Pope Leo XIV’s monthly intention for December: That Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially the Middle East, might be seeds of peace, reconciliation and hope.

Enjoy free hot chocolate and receive a blessing before finals in a space free of stress with your UDM community.

While the rosary is a traditional Catholic prayer, all are welcome to participate. Rosary beads and easy to follow “how-to” guides will be provided.

For any questions, please contact glafond@udmercy.edu.

University Ministry is hosting the retreat where students can bring school work with them. This retreat, set for Sunday, Dec. 7, is a chance for students to get off campus, study in a quiet and relaxing space and enjoy optional breaks designed to promote both self-care and spiritual well-being.

The retreat will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participants will meet outside the University Ministry office at 9 a.m. to drive together to the retreat location (for those who need a ride). The retreat will be held at the Maxis Spirituality Center, located at 17380 Grange Rd. in Riverview.

During the retreat, we will share home-cooked meals together and enter finals week prepared and equipped with the tools to take care of our whole persons as our mission calls us to through ‘cura personalis’ (the care for the whole person, body, mind and soul).

Space is limited in order to create an ideal study environment for participants. The last day to register is Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 5 p.m.

For questions or concerns, please contact University Minister for Faith Formation Anna Bryson at lawleran@udmercy.edu or 313-993-1925

Register here.

Big papers, projects and deadlines coming up? You don’t have to do it alone!

Join The Writing Center for Community Writing Hours with Content and Outreach Coordinator Brittany Hardy from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5 on the first floor of the McNichols Campus Library. The help entails:

• Writing
• Support
• Accountability
• Community

The assistance will power you through your end-of-term assignments.

Detroit Mercy’s Day of Giving is Tuesday, Dec. 2 — and students are at the heart of it!

This 24-hour fundraising celebration brings together Titans everywhere to support the people, programs and opportunities that make our University special.

Day of Giving isn’t just about making a gift, it’s also a chance for students to connect, have fun and learn how philanthropy shapes your Detroit Mercy experience. Join the University from 12:30-2 p.m. in the Fountain Lounge for student-centered activities, including:

• A hot chocolate bar and snacks
• Fun games and giveaways, that showcase the impact of Titan generosity

Stop by during Dead Hour, enjoy a treat and learn more about programs at the University that are supported by philanthropy. This year, we’re highlighting: The Hive, Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN), Service Immersion Trips and Rx for Reading Detroit.

Learn more about these mission-driven programs and vote for your favorite — or multiple — to receive a portion of a special Day of Giving donation.

Let’s show what Titans can do when they come together. See you there!

Detroit Mercy will host its annual Day of Giving on Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2.

This 24-hour fundraising campaign is an opportunity for Titans around the world — alumni, community members, parents, family, friends, faculty, staff and students — to come together and show support for the University.

It is also much more than a day of giving. It’s a chance for the entire Titan community to celebrate everything we love about the University and create countless opportunities for UDM students.

On Day of Giving, students will also take part in philanthropy activities, including a hot chocolate bar, snacks, and fun games in the Fountain Lounge from 12:30-2 p.m. These activities are open to everyone, and highlight the impact of giving and showcase mission-driven programs such as The Hive, Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN), Service Immersion Trips and Rx for Reading.

Gifts of all sizes make a difference! Donors can choose exactly where they’d like to make an impact, supporting the areas and programs they’re most passionate about through the Day of Giving page.

Together, Titans can make a powerful difference, for years to come.

Detroit Mercy’s annual De-Stress Fest, set for Thursday, Dec. 4, from 4:30-7 p.m., is a chance to connect with friends and recharge before finals week at the Whitty Student Fitness Center with delicious food, exciting games, prizes and fun!

Here are some of the things you can do at De-Stress Fest:

• Ride the mechanical bull
• Play multiplayer inflatable games
• Enjoy free massages
• Get creative with crochet and bracelet making
• Snack on treats at the hot cocoa bar and taco stand
• Decorate Christmas cookies with Chef Jessica
• Build your own snowman with Miss Chris
• Plus raffles, pastry decorating and more

All students are welcome!

Titan Athletics is excited to celebrate our incredible faculty and staff for their dedication and support of the University at two Titan basketball games inside of historic Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus:

• Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. — Men’s basketball vs. IU Indy
• Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. — Women’s basketball vs. Cleveland State

Faculty and staff and their guests can get FREE tickets to the games, as well as a FREE Titans beanie at both games.

To claim your tickets and beanie, RSVP at www.detroittitans.com/faculty-staff or email Samantha Cyrus at cyrusse@udmercy.edu.

We look forward to recognizing your role and contributions to the success of our student-athletes and University. Go Titans!

Looking for a space that’s real, supportive and unlike any other club you’ve joined? Blessed To Be Broken, a student-centered community focused on sharing life experiences, finding strength in struggles and building heart-to-heart connections that last, presents the Chrysalis Crew.

This isn’t just another student club. It’s a community built on empathy, resilience and support.

Come discover how the Chrysalis Crew can help you grow, connect and thrive. Join Blessed To Be Broken for an inaugural event on Dec. 3 at 12:45 p.m. in the Commerce & Finance Building, Room 138, and learn more ways to get involved.

Get ready for some affordable holiday shopping! The Christmas Pop-Up Shop is back this year with a new theme: Christmas Five-n-Below Pop-Up Shop, where every item is $5 or less.

The pop-up shop is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, and Thursday, Dec. 4 in the lobby of the McNichols Campus Library.

Find unique gifts while supporting a great cause. All proceeds benefit the McNichols Campus Seed Library.

Detroit Mercy’s Emerging Leaders Program will host a Leadership Slam on Tuesday, Dec. 2, with two alumni who will share how their education, resilience and vision have shaped success.

This is a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable insights and be inspired to take bold steps on their own leadership journeys. All are welcome.

Slam 1 will take place from 2:30-3:45 p.m. with Slam 2 to follow at 4:30-5:45 p.m., both in the Health Professions Facility, Room 124.

Both alumni will be speaking in Slam 1 & Slam 2.

Meet our speakers:

• Angelo Vitale, General Counsel, Rocket Companies (Retired): Vitale provided strategic business and legal guidance throughout his career, serving as the first CEO of Rocket Central and EVP/general counsel of Rocket Mortgage, where he specialized in leasing, litigation and regulatory compliance.
• Michael Birney, CMO, I Natural Way: Birney drives business growth with advanced marketing tech, leveraging his experience as a former Google Growth Strategist and an ML Champion to apply teamwork and strategy for success.

For more information about this event, please contact Program Director Kathleen Zimmerman-Oster at zimmerka@udmercy.edu or 586-873-1743.

Detroit Mercy’s Industrial/Organizational Psychology M.A. Program will host an unscripted chat with alumna Morgan Kruger entitled Real Talk. Real Work Journeys. We Owe it to Each Other on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Health Professions Facility, Room 124.

All are welcome to enjoy this evening of insight, networking and exploration of the field of Industrial/Organizational Psychology.

Kruger is a passionate learning and development professional dedicated to helping individuals grow into their next career step. As a regional training specialist at Webasto Roof Systems, a Tier 1 automotive sunroof supplier, she designs and delivers impactful programs in leadership, change management, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and communication. Since joining Webasto as an onboarding specialist, Kruger has led major organizational projects including the company’s Apprenticeship Program, a $3 Million training grant project, and regional Culture and Change Ambassador programs.

For more information about this event, please contact Program Director Kathleen Zimmerman-Oster at zimmerka@udmercy.edu or 586-873-1743.

UDM students who have worked at the Detroit Mercy Libraries or Varsity News or volunteered with the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN), for at least one year — and plan to continue with these activities — may now apply for the Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship. Students pursuing studies in Performing Arts or Communications are also encouraged to apply.

The scholarship is intended to help cover the costs of textbooks and lab fees at the University. The Detroit Mercy Libraries, Varsity News and TENN launched this scholarship in 2023, to honor Palmer’s legacy of creativity, inspiration and elevation, as well as her desire to spread joy, peace and love to make the world a better place.

The deadline for applications for the 2025-26 scholarship is Dec. 1.

While the number and dollar amount of this year’s scholarships is yet to be determined, awardees will be notified by mid-December 2025, and scholarships may be used as early as the 2026 Winter semester. Last year, six $500 scholarships were awarded to outstanding students who exemplified Palmer’s legacy.

For more information about the scholarship or to apply, please visit: Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship website.

Apply here.

University of Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus will close for the Thanksgiving holiday Wednesday, Nov. 26, and open for regular business on Monday, Dec. 1.

Have a safe and joy-filled Thanksgiving!

Video: Students on the McNichols Campus share what they’re thankful for at Detroit Mercy.

Don’t miss the excitement as the Detroit Mercy women’s basketball team takes on nationally-ranked Michigan on Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 5 p.m. in historic Calihan Hall.

Free T-shirts will be available to the first 250 fans as the Titans face the Wolverines. Doors open at 4 p.m., and the game will stream live on ESPN+.

For more information, contact Paige Zmudczynski at zmudczpa@udmercy.edu.

Get your tickets here.

The Detroit Mercy chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu, the National Jesuit Honor Society, is holding its annual Sock Drive to support the homeless in our community.

One of the struggles of homeless people is taking care of their feet, especially in the winter. They need warm, dry socks, which are often hard to come by. You can help by donating new or gently used socks to the Alpha Sigma Nu annual sock drive.

This drive begins Monday, Nov. 24, and runs through Friday, Dec. 12. Look for signs and boxes for sock donations at the following locations:

• Chemistry Building
• Engineering Building
• CHASS office in the Briggs Building
• Commerce & Finance Building
• McNichols Campus Library
• CHP
• Student Fitness Center
• Outside the University Ministry Office
• Gesu Parish
• School of Law and School of Dentistry campuses.

All donated socks will be distributed to the Pope Francis Center and other programs serving homeless individuals in the Detroit area.

In the last two years, Alpha Sigma Nu has collected more than 1,200 pairs of socks.

Come out to support the community and cheer on the Titans at the “Cans for Calihan” game on Sunday, Nov. 30 at 1 p.m., where women’s basketball will host Eastern Michigan inside historic Calihan Hall.

Bring a canned food item and receive a free ticket to the game. Your donation helps local families while you enjoy an exciting matchup between UDM and Eastern Michigan.

Don’t miss this chance to make a difference and root for the home team!

Support local businesses and find unique holiday gifts while you enjoy a festive community atmosphere at Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29. In collaboration with the Six Mile Small Business Network, Shop the Smalls is happening along McNichols Road in three locations:

• Design Studio 6 Artisan Holiday Affair, 8626 W. McNichols Rd., 1-6 p.m.: This festive marketplace features handmade handbags, holiday décor, art, jewelry, home goods, popcorn and more. Perfect for finding one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting local artisans.
• Detroit Sip, 7420 W. McNichols Rd., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Enjoy a cozy atmosphere while browsing small business offerings. For vendor inquiries, email info@detroitsip.com.
• The Raw Space, 8420 W. McNichols Rd., All Day: Support local businesses and explore unique products in a vibrant pop-up experience. Learn more at www.rawspacedet.com.

Mark your calendar and make it a day of shopping at creative small businesses!

Big papers, projects and deadlines coming up? You don’t have to do it alone!

Join The Writing Center for Community Writing Hours with Content and Outreach Coordinator Brittany Hardy from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21 on the first floor of the McNichols Campus Library. The help entails:

• Writing
• Support
• Accountability
• Community

The assistance will power you through your end-of-term assignments.

Detroit Mercy students are eligible to access programming abroad at other Jesuit schools as part of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU) Shared Partner Programming Abroad. UDM students are welcome to attend a virtual information session on Nov. 21 at 1 p.m. to learn how they could spend a summer, fall or winter semester abroad through Loyola’s Rome Center.

Eligible UDM students may qualify for tuition or program discounts through Loyola University Chicago’s (LUC’s) Rome Center, as well as scholarships offered through LUC.

At Loyola’s Rome Center, students don’t just study abroad, they live and learn in the heart of Rome. At the information session, students will learn about the following opportunities:

• Taking classes that may count toward your degree while exploring one of the world’s most historic cities.
• Gaining professional experience through internships. No Italian required.
• Earning credit through hands-on, experiential learning that brings your studies to life.

More details about life in Rome, course offerings and costs will be provided at the information session.

Contact Lara Wasner at wasnerle@udmercy.edu for more information about this session.

RSVP here to receive the Zoom link.

The Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) and the Physician Assistant Program are hosting a month-long food drive this November to support our local community, especially as changes to SNAP benefits increase the need for support.

We are collecting non-perishable and dry food items all month long.

Drop-off locations are as follows:

• College of Health Professions
• Student Union Lower Level Lobby
• Fitness Center Lobby
• Library (drop-off begins after Nov. 17)
• SACD Main Office

No items to bring? You can still help. Monetary donations are being accepted via Venmo @William-Beaumont-1 and will be used to purchase food items for families in need. For any questions or want to get involved, email mannincp@udmercy.edu.

The International Services Office (ISO) will host Detroit Mercy’s annual International Night on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

All UDM students, faculty and staff are welcome to the night, which is being hosted in the Student Union Ballroom. Come and celebrate our cultural diversity through food, entertainment and community.

Sign up here!

The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company announced auditions for its upcoming winter production of Poor Clare by Chiara Atik, directed by Kez Settle. Auditions will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 7-10 p.m., at the new Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre in the Lower Level of the Student Union on the McNichols Campus.

What to prepare/expect:

• One 60-second (or less) comedic or dramatic monologue from a contemporary playwright.
• Callbacks will take place immediately after auditions and will consist of cold readings from the script.

For more information, including roles available, please visit Detroit Mercy Theatre Company auditions.

Please email theatre@udmercy.edu with any questions.

Detroit Mercy Student Life is hosting the third installment of the Makers Series, a jewelry-making workshop, from 12-2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, in the Student Union, Lower Level.

All are welcome to drop in any time and Fer, from Cracks On the Shell Jewelry, will guide participants through hands-on techniques for crafting unique, sustainable jewelry from thrifted materials.

All the tools and materials will be provided, and you will construct a beautiful piece of jewelry to take home with you.

Come out to support the community and cheer on UDM at the Cans for Calihan game on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m., where Titan men’s basketball will host Eastern Michigan inside historic Calihan Hall.

Bring a canned food item and receive a free ticket to the game. Your donation helps local families while you enjoy an exciting matchup between UDM and Eastern Michigan.

Don’t miss this chance to make a difference and root for the home team!

Join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) for a fun and meaningful way to spread holiday cheer. TENN will create gift bags filled with love and goodies for our community partners on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 1-2:30 p.m., in the Commerce & Finance Building, Room 104.

Students can earn volunteer hours while making crafts, assembling gifts and helping us brighten the season for our community.

Why join?

• Make a positive impact in your community
• Enjoy a creative, hands-on activity
• Get those much needed volunteer hours before the end of the semester

Let’s come together to craft kindness and share joy this holiday season!

Sign up here.

University Ministry, Office of Equal Opportunity, the Women’s and Gender Studies Program and UDM Pride Club will gather for a short service in observance of Transgender Day of Remembrance on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 5 p.m.

The service will take place by the Peace Pole in Sacred Heart Square, just outside of the McNichols Campus Library on the McNichols Campus. All are welcome to attend.

Transgender Day of Remembrance began in 1999 to honor Rita Hester, a transgender woman killed in 1998. Since then, it has been observed annually to raise awareness of transphobia and the fatal violence that disproportionately affects transgender people, especially women of color.

Stop by the McNichols Campus Library to learn more about the history and experiences of transgender people through its Transgender Day of Remembrance book display and other resources.

University Ministry will host a special time of prayer on Thursday, Nov. 20, at 1:30 p.m. in the Holy Spirit Chapel, located in the Student Union, Lower Level.

Together, we will pray the Rosary, a traditional Catholic devotion, in support of Pope Leo XIV’s monthly intention for November: the prevention of suicide. This is a topic close to the hearts of many, and all members of the UDM community are welcome to share this moment of reflection and hope with Jesus and one another.

Rosary beads and “how-to” guides will be provided, so whether you’re familiar with the Rosary prayers or joining for the first time, you’ll be able to follow along and participate.