Detroit Mercy Theatre Company opens season 56 with a contemporary reimagining of the classic myth of Orpheus and Eurydice as told by Eurydice. Seven performances of ‘Eurydice’ will run from Nov. 6-15. Tickets are available now.
The Campus Activity Board presents Cards Against Hypnosis, featuring hypnotist David Hall, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, in the Student Union Ballroom. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
Help Titans kick off the winter semester strong. Academic programs, campus departments, student organizations and community partners are invited to participate and connect Titans with opportunities to support health, academic, career and personal goals for the new year.
If you prefer digital over paper, you can now conveniently get your 1098-T tax statement electronically.
Join SACD for Dichotomy Day and explore an exhibition featuring nearly 50 years of student work, culminating in the announcement of the 2026-27 call for submissions and the unveiling of the Issue 31 theme.
UDM employees can take advantage of an exclusive homebuying benefit through Rocket Mortgage and Redfin. Eligible homebuyers may save 1% of the loan amount in closing costs while receiving support from trusted real estate and mortgage professionals.
UDM’s annual Ethics Bowl will take place on Friday, Nov. 6, where undergraduate students are challenged to explore real-world ethical dilemmas and the first-place team has the opportunity to compete in regional and national competitions.
The Creative Writing Collective will hold its second gathering, led by Rosemary Weatherston, on Nov. 5.
TENN will host a community meal on Nov. 17, prepared by volunteer Chef Bob from RoBear Culinary, in honor of the community. All are welcome to this free event.
The Student Life Office would like to thank the University community for supporting the 2026 Safety Street trick-or-treat and Movies at Mercy event held on the McNichols Campus.
Celebrate the publication of Poet-in-Residence Michael Lauchlan’s new book ‘Running Lights’ on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at a reading in the Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre.
Full-time faculty across all of UDM’s campuses will be honored for their service at the event, with prestigious awards bestowed upon two faculty members from the College of Engineering & Science.
Ricky Lindsay, senior communications officer for the Marketing & Communications Department, won a 2025-2026 Best of the District Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Award for his feature profile titled ‘Making a Wheel Difference.’ This is the second year in a row that MarCom’s work has earned significant CASE recognition.
CHASS is offering a spring break journey for the UDM community to El Salvador. Learn more about this transformative experience at a virtual information session on Nov. 11.
The Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship is accepting applications now through Tuesday, Dec. 1. Last year, two $500 scholarships were awarded to outstanding students who exemplified Adia’s legacy.
An agreement between ‘microPublication Biology’ and University of Detroit Mercy will allow Titan researchers to publish an unlimited number of peer reviewed articles in the journal with no publication fees.
To celebrate Detroit Mercy’s 150th anniversary, the University will host a nine-day trip through Ireland from April 5-14, 2027. Explore Ireland’s cultural and historic landmarks with stops in Dublin, Belfast, Killarney, Kildare and more.
An agreement between ‘microPublication Biology’ and University of Detroit Mercy will allow Titan researchers to publish an unlimited number of peer reviewed articles in the journal with no publication fees.
U.S. Congressman Shri Thanedar recently secured $1,031,000 in federal funding for UDM, which will help establish a Cybersecurity Operations Center at the University.
All are welcome to join University Ministry and the Muslim Student Association for a post-prayer social and open house on Friday, Oct. 30, at 1:30 p.m., at the University Ministry office.
Now available in the McNichols Campus Library, hope kits are tools that remind us that hope is not just a feeling but a daily practice, nurtured through community and grounded in discernment. Check one out today.
Many UDM international students are eager to experience American Thanksgiving traditions in a home setting. Faculty and staff interested in participating are encouraged to complete the survey by Oct. 30
For the first admission cycle of Detroit Mercy’s recently-announced Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) program, UDM employees will receive priority admission, among other benefits.
Detroit Mercy students are invited to make a meaningful impact in the Detroit community through the Titans Scholars Literacy program, a service-learning opportunity led by the Office of Mission Integration.
Attend the talk titled “Redemptive Tech: How Silicon Valley Gained Moral Authority from the Microchip to AI,” on Oct. 28, featuring MIT faculty Becca Lewis. She will explore how portrayals of Silicon Valley in the 1970s and 1980s continue to influence the ethical and political debates surrounding emerging technologies.
Prospective students interested in learning more about UDM graduate programs, including in-person and online options, will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, program representatives and Graduate Admissions staff.
All are welcome to attend TENN’s annual Halloween game night on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 5 p.m., featuring cider and donuts, games, costume competition and prizes.
All are welcome to attend the School of Dentistry’s free Trunk-or-Treat and Drive-In Movie Night on Thursday, Oct. 29, in the parking lot of the Corktown Campus. Trick-or-treating begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by an outdoor screening of the Halloween favorite ‘Hocus Pocus.’
All UDM students are invited to a career panel on Monday, Oct. 26, featuring several members of the Corewell Health team, offering students an inside look at the many ways to build a career and make an impact within a leading healthcare organization.
All are welcome to attend an empowerment/self-defense workshop offered by the Office of Equal Opportunity on Monday, Oct. 26, at 1 p.m. in the Group Activities Room in the Whitty Student Fitness Center.
Help support Safety Street, Detroit Mercy’s annual trick-or-treat event, by donating candy and sweets by Monday, Oct. 26, to ensure a fun, safe and successful event. The student group that donates the most will win $300.
Join the Department of Social Work in its monthly event on the McNichols Campus, where you’ll engage in the ancient medical practice of Qigong followed by a relaxing meditative sound bath. You must RSVP to attend.
Celebrate Halloween at Detroit Mercy’ Novi Campus with a family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat featuring treats, games, activities and community resources on Oct. 27.
Make your graduate applications stand out by attending an upcoming Graduate Admission Workshop, hosted by the Center for Career & Professional Development, The Writing Center and the Office of Admissions. The sessions are set for three consecutive Mondays, Nov. 2, Nov. 9 and Nov. 16.
As we start the fall term, consider capturing those special moments for your submission to the Detroit Mercy 2026 photography contest! Submission deadline is Dec. 15.
Each year, University of Detroit Mercy conducts a Day of Giving, which provides an opportunity for Titans around the world to join together and show support for the University. Submit your campaign by Monday, Nov. 2.
Next up for Dialogues@SACD are a film screening and workshop exploring housing and public policy, on Oct. 21 and 22, in the Loranger Architecture Building. Registration is recommended.
All are welcome to attend an interfaith vigil for voting Oct. 21 at Gesu Church’s social hall to pray for the upcoming mid-term election.
All Detroit Mercy staff and faculty can receive a free Titans mug or tumbler at the Thursday, Oct. 22 women’s soccer game, with the Titans hosting Northern Kentucky in a 1 p.m. start from Titan Field on the McNichols Campus.
The English Department will host author Keith Taylor for a poetry reading on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 12:45, in the Bargman Room of the McNichols Campus Library.
A former UDM student-athlete and Electrical Engineering graduate, Sherman donned her Titan uniform and was the first woman to cross the finish line, posting a time of 2:43:29 in the 49th running of the Detroit Free Press Marathon.
URec is sponsoring a fun group bike ride during fall break on Oct. 20, where participants can explore Detroit’s surrounding neighborhoods alongside fellow students and staff. Space and bikes are limited, so register today to reserve your spot and secure a bike.
The first 50 students receive a free t-shirt at Saturday’s Titan men’s soccer game as the squad hosts rival Oakland. First kick from Titan Field is set for on 6 p.m. Oct. 17, from Titan Field.
Use your Detroit Mercy email address to access tickets for the Detroit Pistons home opener on Tuesday, Oct. 20, against the Boston Celtics, and enjoy a $10 credit for concessions or merchandise. Tickets start at $24. All are invited.
The 2026 McElroy lecture is titled “What Is Justice For? Law, Power, and Human Dignity,” and will be presented by Jelani Jefferson Exum of St. John’s University School of Law. The 27th annual lecture is set for Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 5 p.m., at the Riverfront Campus, Room 226.
Save the date for the 13th annual Engineering and Science Research Symposium, coming to the McNichols Campus on Nov. 20. More details coming soon.
Detroit Mercy will host the 21st annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) Conference on Thursday, Oct. 15, in the Student Union Ballroom. The conference brings together people of all ages who are interested in exploring topics, developing skills and motivating action for the betterment of our One Earth Community. Registration is now open.
Headshot photographs taken during MarCom’s headshot event on Oct. 5-6 are now available for the University community to download. They can be used on your University biography page by completing MarCom’s web request form.
Detroit Mercy has once again been awarded Gold Status in the Michigan Veteran Friendly Schools (VFS) program for 2026-27, demonstrating the University’s commitment to improving the academic experience of student veterans.
Those interested in the McAuley School of Nursing Immersion trip to Ireland are encouraged to attend a virtual information meeting on Monday, Oct. 12.
