‘Stop human trafficking’ event set April 17
Join Care House of Oakland County to learn the warning signs of human trafficking as well as how to help and respond to those affected.
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Writing workshop for faculty focuses on teaching writing, April 14
Join Director of Writing Across the Curriculum Sigrid Streit for a workshop Friday, April 14 focused on teaching writing and incorporating writing assignments into your courses.
U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar visits McNichols Campus
On Monday, April 10, U.S. Congressman Shri Thanedar visited the McNichols Campus and University President Donald Taylor. Thanedar, who represents Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, which includes …
Wellness Center looking for participants for Fall 2023 Health Fair
The Wellness Center is looking for any clubs, organizations or departments on campus that would be interested in hosting a table at the health fair. The event is set for Thursday, Oct. 19 on the McNichols Campus.
Admissions hiring summer ambassadors
Detroit Mercy students, the Office of Admissions is looking for student ambassadors during the summer!
Participate in Engineering & Science’s undergraduate research week, April 11-13
The College of Engineering & Science is celebrating Undergraduate Research Week (URW) on April 11 and April 13! This celebration of undergraduate scholarship will take place with a variety of professional development events on the McNichols Campus.
Money Management Seminar set for Thursday, April 13
The Center for Career & Professional Development will host a Money Management Seminar facilitated by Alliance Catholic Credit Union. The seminar is set for Thursday, April 13 at 12:45 p.m.
Creative Writing Collective returns on Wednesday, April 12
The next gathering is Wednesday, April 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. in Room 205, Briggs Building. The session will be led by Amanda Hiber.
Call for Administrator Nominations: Agere ex Missione Award
University of Detroit Mercy’s Mission Effectiveness team solicits nominations of administrators for the Agere ex Missione Award. The nomination deadline is Wednesday, April 12 at 5 p.m.
Cybersecurity students place third in April NCAE competition
Organized by Detroit Mercy’s Cybersecurity & Information Systems department, 12 students formed two teams (cyber defenders), with one of those teams winning the competition on Saturday, April 1.
Holy Week schedule, Blessing of New Stations of the Cross
Holy Week is here and University Ministry invites you to enter into this solemn and blessed week.
Kyra Harris Bolden ’14 featured speaker at Law lecture on social justice
Michigan Supreme Court Justice and Detroit Mercy alumna Kyra Harris Bolden ’14 is the special lecturer at the fifth annual Dewitt C. Holbrook Lecture on Social Justice, hosted by Detroit Mercy Law. The lecture, titled, “Justice for All,” is set for Thursday, April 13 from 5-6 p.m. in Room 226 of the Riverfront Campus.
International Night has been postponed
Due to a scheduling conflict, International Night, originally set for April 13, has been postponed to a later date.
Support TENN in annual Food Fest fundraiser, April 4
The fundraiser will feature great food from 313 Curbside Eatery food truck from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4!
PA students collecting donations in partnership with NOAH Project
Didactic Physician Assistant students at Detroit Mercy have been participating in service learning this semester with The NOAH Project (Networking, Organizing, and Advocating for the Homeless) in Detroit. Donations are being collected through Friday April 7 and can be dropped off in the collection bin located in the College of Health Professions Student Lounge.
Register for ISACA Cybersecurity Scholarship case competition, hosted by UDM
The Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Detroit Chapter’s ninth annual Cybersecurity Scholarship case competition is designed to enrich the experience of students by providing them a real-world experience. The University of Detroit Mercy is serving as a host in 2023.
Antoine Davis wins College Men’s Three-Point Championship
Antoine Davis, the NCAA’s all-time leader in made 3-pointers (588), added another crown to his ledger Thursday, March 30 after he topped the eight-player field to win the TaxAct Men’s College Three-Point Championship.
Emory Theology professor is speaker for Cushing Distinguished Lecture
The Department of Religious Studies invites the campus community to the 2023 Cushing Distinguished Lecture, set for Thursday, April 13 at 7 p.m. in the College of Health Professions, Room 124.
President Taylor shares vision, initiatives during inaugural address
President Donald Taylor was officially inaugurated as the 26th president at University of Detroit Mercy on March 24 and delivered an address to more than 500 people in attendance at Calihan Hall.
Detroit Mercy’s First Generation Network to host networking, fundraising event
The First Generation network of Detroit Mercy is set to host a black-tie networking and fundraising event, to be held 5:30-9 p.m. Friday, March 31 on the McNichols Campus.
Detroit Mercy to offer up to $12,000 for Vehicle Cyber Engineering scholarships
University of Detroit Mercy announces the availability of full-tuition scholarships of up to $12,000 each for graduate students enrolling in the College of Engineering & Science’s Vehicle Cyber Engineering (VCE) graduate certificate program.
Phenomenal Women’s Reception celebrates women at Detroit Mercy
The reception, hosted by the Student Life Office on Tuesday, March 28 in the Student Union Ballroom, is dedicated to celebrating the lives of women at Detroit Mercy.
“The Letter” screening and discussion, March 28
Join the Institute for Leadership and Service and the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) for a screening of the gripping documentary, “The Letter,” on Tuesday, March 28 at 5:30 p.m.
Empowerment self-defense course set for March 29
The free course is set for Wednesday, March 29 at 1 p.m. inside of the Student Fitness Center. It’s open for both students and employees.
Fr. Hipskind to lead discussion on finding your purpose, March 30
The King-Chavez Parks (KCP) program invites all students to an upcoming event featuring the Director of Service Learning Fr. Tim Hipskind, “What is your calling? What is your purpose?”
Author Anthony Grooms visits literature classroom virtually on March 29
Anthony Grooms, the author of several works of fiction, including Bombingham and Vain Conversation, will be joining online class meetings of Professor of English Michael Barry’s Study of Fiction course on Wednesday, March 29.
Two TENN summer jobs available
Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) is looking to hire for two part-time summer positions, an assistant manager and garden manager.
President Taylor’s inauguration is Friday, March 24
Donald B. Taylor, Ph.D., will be inaugurated as University of Detroit Mercy’s 26th president Friday, March 24 at 3 p.m. in Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus.
Jennifer Hart shares philosophical insights on Ghana and African Studies
Jennifer Hart, a professor of History and Anthropology at Wayne State University, reflects on the impact of her training as a philosophy student and her time studying with Dr. Kwame Gyekye in Ghana during a presentation on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:45 p.m. in Briggs Building, Room 317.
March is Reading Month Children’s Book Drive
Through the end of the semester, Rx for Reading Detroit is collecting new and gently used children’s books from the Detroit Mercy community. We are in particular need of board books, picture books, early readers, Spanish and bilingual books, and books with culturally diverse characters. Please contact english@udmercy.edu or Gazale Chami, one of Rx for Reading Student Coordinators, to schedule a delivery.
Veteran students graduating eligible for stole
If you are a Detroit Mercy student who is graduating in the 2022-23 academic year and you had served in the U.S. Military, you are eligible to wear a military stole with your academic regalia during the 2023 commencement ceremonies in May.
In-sync: Civil Engineering senior takes skating talents to global platform
In addition to studying engineering at the University like her parents, Catherine Cole competes at a high level in synchronized skating, which has recently included competitions across the globe during her final semester of college.
Ramadan begins on March 22
Ramadan is a month of fasting for the Muslim faith. Ramadan is scheduled on the lunar calendar, meaning it observes the moon’s cycles, so the …
Women’s retreat for students set for March 31-April 1
Gather, reflect and have fellowship, play games and get away from a campus for a bit with University Ministry’s women’s retreat on Friday and Saturday, March 31-April 1, 2023.
Men’s retreat for students set for March 31-April 1
Gather, reflect, play games and get off campus with friends with a men’s retreat, hosted by University Ministry on Friday and Saturday, March 31 and April 1, 2023.
Monthly virtual workshop opportunities for faculty focus on teaching writing
Director of Writing Across the Curriculum Sigrid Streit and Director of the Writing Center Lauren Rinke at Detroit Mercy are inviting you to three virtual workshops focusing on teaching writing and incorporating writing assignments across all disciplines.
Mercy Peace Forum featuring Joanne Sheehan set for March 20
A virtual Mercy Peace Forum, featuring Joanne Sheehan, activist for peace and justice, is set for Monday, March 20 from 7-8:15 p.m. The virtual event and discussion is free.
St. Patrick’s Day concert with University Chorus, March 17
Join the University Chorus for a sing-a-long or Irish songs and beautiful music on the McNichols Campus to help celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 17 at 1 p.m.
Apply for Jesuit Community faculty summer stipends for development
Two stipends of $3,000 each will be awarded for the Summer of 2023. Faculty from all Detroit Mercy campuses are eligible to apply.
Volunteer opportunity: Assist Admissions with Accepted Students Day
Detroit Mercy’s Office of Admissions is seeking student volunteers for the annual Accepted Students Day event, which is set for Saturday, March 18. Help usher in the next generation of Titans!
Detroit Mercy’s Master’s in Health Services Administration earns 3-year accreditation
The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) Board of Directors approved the initial accreditation of University of Detroit Mercy’s Master of Science in Health Services Administration (MHSA) program for a three-year term.
Winners of 53rd annual Dudley Randall Poetry Contest
Each year, the Detroit Mercy English Department honors Dudley Randall, the late poet, publisher and Detroit Mercy librarian and poet-in-residence, by sponsoring a poetry competition in his name.
Class of 2023 campaign for class gift under way
The campaign is a yearly initiative which allows the graduating class to collaborate with the University’s fund-development team to create a fundraising campaign in support of a high-impact project on campus selected by all 2023 graduates.
Grad Salute for Class of 2023 set for March 16
Class of 2023, visit with a number of offices who will be available to you as you navigate your way towards graduation with the Graduate Salute, set for 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 16 in the Student Union.
International Women’s Month discussion to be March 14
The Department of Political Science will host a roundtable discussion on the status of women in Afghanistan, Iran and the United States from 12:45-2 p.m. Tuesday, March 14.
Join colleagues for ‘A Time to Breathe,’ March 14
This opportunity is for all Detroit Mercy staff and faculty to step away from the business of the workday to just take the time to breathe and build community with colleagues.
Triptych virtual series finishes with author Adam Giannelli
Detroit Mercy’s English Department will host author Adam Giannelli in the last Triptych virtual reading series, to be held on Thursday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Earn prizes with SusTENNability Shark Tank competition
Help Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) launch a new sustainability project related to food justice with a SusTENNability shark tank competition. It’s open to all Detroit Mercy students.
Gratitude Gathering for Islamic Prayer Room, March 15
Join Detroit Mercy’s Muslim Student Association as the organization honors the donors who made contributions to help make the Islamic Prayer Room inside of the Student Union possible.
Ossian Sweet documentary and panel discussion set for March 15
Detroit Mercy will hold a panel discussion and documentary viewing of Ossian Sweet as part of the University’s celebration of Black History Month. The event was re-scheduled to Wednesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. due to the University closing because of weather during late February.