Pope Leo XIV’s uncle, John Centi Prevost, was a longtime modern and foreign languages professor at the University of Detroit. He specialized in French and finished his teaching career at the University (1975-85).
Is your child ready for next year’s reading challenges? Detroit Mercy has partnered with the Institute of Reading Development and is offering summer reading programs to ensure students in every grade master the exact skills needed for success in their upcoming school year. UDM employees will receive a $99 discount when enrolling their child!
The charter fellows, Alizé Tripp and Jenny Raptoplous, were selected in late April and will focus their work on capturing and sharing stories of community engagement in Detroit and abroad.
With its first student cohort entering the program this fall, Detroit Mercy is stepping up to meet the pressing demand for optometrists, one driven by an aging population requiring more vision care, rising awareness of eye health and a growing number of retiring professionals.
Read the new blog recently launched by University Ministry where students reflect on service immersion experiences, which are a key part of the transformative Mercy and Jesuit education at UDM. In the first blog, Tevon Conrad reflects on his spring break trip to Montgomery, Ala., a historic hub for both slavery and the Civil Rights Movement.
The Student Success Center will be open for summer terms during the hours of 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, located on the third floor of the McNichols Campus Library.
When Oriekaose Agholor ’25 was searching for his college destination in the United States, he wanted an Engineering education that encompassed everything. Mechatronics was at the top of his list. He also wanted an Engineering program that valued co-op internships. University of Detroit Mercy had it all.
UDM students are needed to this summer to help shape the next generation of investors. Volunteer to assist with the Charlton Center’s upcoming Beginners’ Investment Summer Camp and gain some valuable experience.
Several talented DMTC members involved in the production of ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)[revised][again]’ were recently honored by the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival for their outstanding creative work.
All are invited to join Women Confronting Racism for a full-day, in-person conference about Racism in Education. Hear from experts as they explore today’s growing concerns and share strategies to prevent further harm to students. Take this opportunity to engage in enlightening discussions on this important topic.
Detroit Mercy is offering training for a fifth search advocate cohort, where you’ll learn tips to be better prepared to actively participate in all phases of the search process for UDM. The training runs May 27 and 28.
Jeanette Andrade ’25 wants to help people. It’s what she envisions doing with her Dental Hygiene degree from Detroit Mercy’s School of Dentistry. But before helping others and finishing her degree, Andrade needed to pause her studies so she could take care of herself.
Please save the date for this year’s NAMI walk, set for Sept. 20 on the McNichols Campus. Get involved and make a difference in the lives of those living with mental health concerns.
The University held four Commencement ceremonies over two days, May 9-10, inside of Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus, with 1,100 Titan graduates participating in receiving their diplomas.
Growing up outside of Detroit, Courtney Christian’s early life was steeped in a family tradition of medicine. Her mother, as well her mother’s side of the family, work in the field of medicine. Naturally, Christian followed suit by studying at Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing.
The ‘Opportunity College and University’ designation highlights UDM as a model institution for fostering student success and advancing research on effective campus practices.
Are you thinking of buying a new home or refinancing a current loan? Check out the great savings being offered by Rocket Mortgage to all Detroit Mercy faculty, staff and alumni.
Moments from Cristal Guzman’s childhood sparked her interest in making a difference through advocacy and the law. They also inspired her to create a welcoming community at Detroit Mercy, where she’s served as a campus leader for the last three years.
The University of Detroit Mercy will confer nearly 1,400 degrees following the 2024-25 academic year, with approximately 1,150 Titans participating in Commencement ceremonies May 9-10 inside of Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus.
Senator Gary Peters, Cheri Newman, and James E. White, will address UDM graduates in keynote speeches during 2025 Commencement ceremonies on May 9-10 inside Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus.
Zaynab Alhisnawi ’25 was drawn to UDM because of its values of compassion, respect for all voices and meaningful engagement. These aspects aligned with Alhisnawi’s approach to design, one that encompasses the concept of working with and for community members and integrating their perspectives and spirit into her designs.
Wrapping up the winter term? Invest in your future and take advantage of UDM’s benefits by unlocking up to 12 months of FREE access to Kaplan’s comprehensive test prep through the All Access program!
When Steven Meerschaert was leaving his longtime career in mental healthcare to go to law school, he never envisioned his experience going beyond the classroom setting. Instead, Meerschaert immersed himself in University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.
Mark Formosa ’25 felt an instant sense of community and that he could make a difference at Detroit Mercy. The Accounting graduate became heavily involved in many aspects of the University, built meaningful relationships and prepared himself for the next steps.
Learn how to use the new CourseDog scheduling system, best practices and other helpful hints for planning an event on McNichols Campus!
Please join Live6 Alliance for some community fun on Saturday, May 3 from noon to 5 p.m. This free event will feature prizes, food, giveaways and activities for the kids and our entire community!
As part of Detroit Mercy’s commitment to improving campus life, the University is conducting Student and Employee Satisfaction Surveys through April 30. Student and employee participants can win up to a $250 gift card in completing the confidential survey.
“People with disabilities are entirely capable of performing daily activities and tasks when they’re provided with the proper tools and support,” said Jesse Lindlbauer, a …
Please help TENN welcome spring on Tuesday, April 29, with an afternoon of crafts, food and fun on the Student Union Patio, starting at 3 p.m.
Detroit Mercy’s Marketing & Communications department unveiled new spots for use on the University’s over-the-top (OTT) marketing buys and paid social media.
Join us for an exciting performance of “Emerging Voices: Student Directing Showcase,” featuring a dynamic array of scenes, each crafted by our talented student directors, on Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m.
Get a free bucket hat and sunglasses when you attend the beach bash with the Detroit Mercy Women’s Lacrosse team as they battle the Central Michigan University Chippewas on April 27.
The 2025 issue of the Economic and Community Impact Report on Metro Detroit & Fast Facts is now available for review!
This summer, the McNichols Campus will become a mini art gallery with high-quality reproductions of five works of art from the DIA’s collection installed on campus as part of the DIA’s Inside|Out project.
University of Detroit Mercy President Donald B. Taylor and Fr. Charles Oduke, vice president of Mission Integration, join with leaders throughout the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis at age 88.
Faculty and staff, join the Office of Mission Integration on April 24 in an opportunity for sharing, reflection and grounding ourselves in community, inspired by restorative justice practices.
Learn how a Master of Community Development (MCD) from Detroit Mercy can make a difference by attending a virtual information session on April 22 at noon or April 23 at 5 p.m.
All are welcome to join the Sisters of Mercy and the rest of the University community for Holy Thursday Mass on April 17 at 4 p.m. in the St. Ignatius Chapel.
Please join us in giving Ashraf Elazzazi, UDM’s newly appointed associate dean for the School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, a warm welcome to our community.
All are welcome to join the Office of Mission Integration in an opportunity to celebrate Holy Week at the monthly liturgy on April 16.
Learn how to use the new CourseDog scheduling system, best practices and other helpful hints for planning an event on McNichols Campus!
Angelo Vitale ’80, retired general counsel of Rocket Companies, and Michael Birney ’15, founder and COO of Arbor Growth, will offer their experiences on their leadership journeys on Tuesday, April 15.
Are you thinking of buying a new home or refinancing a current loan? Check out the great savings being offered by Rocket Mortgage to all Detroit Mercy faculty, staff and alumni.
The University held its annual Celebration of Scholarly Achievement showcasing the hard work and accomplishments of all Titans on April 3 inside of the Student Fitness Center on the McNichols Campus!
Come show your support for Detroit Mercy student writers who will read their original creative work at Book Suey, a vibrant local bookstore just 10 minutes from campus, on Thursday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Please join University Ministry for a special edition of M.U.G. Hour (Mingle. Unwind. Gather) on Wednesday, April 9 at 3 p.m. outside the University Ministry Office in the Student Union. All are welcome!
Come watch the women’s softball team take on rival Oakland University on Tuesday, April 8 at 3 p.m. in a faculty and staff appreciation event. The first 25 faculty and staff members in attendance will receive a free Titans travel mug!
Have you had a traumatic experience that you have overcome that you’d like to share in order to deliver a clear and powerful message to others? In session two of this workshop, fine tune your stories with Satori Shakoor for presentation in front of an audience on this date at the Bridges not Fences 6: Stories of Trauma and the Road to Recovery event at the University.
With suicide being a leading public health concern, early identification through routine screening can save lives. Please join us for an important discussion Monday, April 9 regarding the importance of screening in medical settings.
If your department needs more information regarding UDM rebranding, please contact MarCom to schedule a meeting at marcom@udmercy.edu.
