Free, weekly fitness classes available at Fitness Center
The Student Fitness Center offers free fitness classes that are available weekly, on both Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Donor on Student Union gift: “It’s about giving back”
In 2017, Joseph Zalke ’60 returned to University of Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus for the first time in 50 years. While he came back to share his passion and experience with students in the College of Business Administration, he found himself enriched by the visit. Since that time, Zalke has strengthened his relationship with the University in many ways and solidified it with a $1-million gift to the Student Union renovations. The student lounge on the garden level will be named in his honor.
Celebrate Spirit set for Thursday, Sept. 15
Celebrate Spirit with the Detroit Mercy community in the official welcoming event of the new school year on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 11:30 a.m.
Detroit Mercy students featured in Ignatian Solidarity Network article/video
Four Detroit Mercy students, along with University Minister for Service and Justice Erin McDonald, attended the 2022 Ignatian Justice Summit, which was held in July at John Carroll University. Detroit Mercy student Cariel Gamlin is featured in a video about the summit.
Participate in Detroit Mercy’s Day of Giving, Sept. 27
On Tuesday, Sept. 27, Detroit Mercy’s Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Offices will host Day of Giving, an annual event that celebrates and educates students about how alumni contributions of time, talent and treasure help current students and enrich the University.
Meet the Detroit Mercy Bookstore team!
The University of Detroit Mercy offers three bookstores at the McNichols, Riverfront and Corktown Campuses. Call or stop by any of the three bookstores and meet the team
Volunteers needed for Celebrate Spirit
University Ministry is calling all students, faculty and staff to assist with the Celebrate Spirit celebration.
Video: Time lapse of Student Union construction
The University of Detroit Mercy Student Union was built in 1955, expanded in 1970, and this time-lapse video shows the major renovation and expansion begun in November 2020 and completed in August 2022.
Wellness Center offers series of events in September
Detroit Mercy’s Wellness Center is set to host weekly events throughout the month of September to promote wellness and the well-being of the community!
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company Season 52 theme is Believe
The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company (DMTC) and University of Detroit Mercy’s Department of Performing Arts is pleased to announce its 2022-23 season entitled “Believe,” featuring three mainstage works to be performed at The Marlene Boll Theatre.
Authenticate to Detroit Mercy services without Wi-Fi or cellular service
Should you find yourself in a situation where you are attempting to log into one of Detroit Mercy’s authenticated services, but are unable to do so because you may not have Wi-Fi available, Detroit Mercy’s authentication provider offers a solution to use with some prior planning.
Memorial service for Maia Platt, Sept. 20
A memorial service honoring Dr. Maia Platt will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 20 from 5-6 p.m. in the College of Health Professions Building, Room …
Detroit Mercy to hold New Student Union Grand Opening & Blessing, Sept. 12
University of Detroit Mercy will hold a Grand Opening & Blessing of the institution’s new Student Union on Monday, Sept. 12, at 4 p.m. This event takes place at the McNichols Campus, located in Northwest Detroit. Community members and the media are invited to this special event.
PRIME Center to host TrueCar president for presentation
The College of Business Administration’s Center for Practice & Research in Management & Ethics (PRIME Center) will host Mike Darrow, president of TrueCar, for a presentation Thursday, Sept. 15 at 6:40 p.m. in Life Science 113 on the McNichols Campus.
Extended McNichols Campus bookstore hours, Sept. 2-10
The McNichols Campus bookstore, located in the lower level of the Student Union, will have extended hours during the first and second week of classes.
New Beginnings Retreat with University Ministry set for Sept. 9-11
Calling all first-year, second-year or transfer students for a weekend retreat with University Ministry! The New Beginnings Retreat runs from 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9 through 12 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11 at the Proud Lake Recreation Lodge.
Requesting Office/Room number changes due to Student Union move
If you recently moved your office into the Student Union and need to update your room number on the Detroit Mercy website, please submit a web request with MarCom.
Register for Emergency Alerts, Snow Day Notices
If you have not already done so, the University encourages you to register for the Emergency Alert system. Be amongst the first to know of emergency alerts by registering your preferred devices.
Detroit Mercy ramps up for Homecoming 2022
The tradition continues as University of Detroit Mercy plans to celebrate Homecoming, Sept. 29 – Oct. 1. The annual gathering is open to students, alumni, friends, family, faculty, staff and the community.
New mask policy signs available
Detroit Mercy Marketing & Communications has added the new mask policy signs to www.udmercy.edu/coronavirus/downloads for those of you who want to print them out for your own building or office.
Audition for DMTC’s production of ‘Airness’
All Detroit Mercy students are welcome to audition for the next Detroit Mercy Theatre Company production, Airness.
TRIO Student Support Services holds conference, recognition banquet
Detroit Mercy’s TRIO Student Support Services recently hosted its conference and recognition banquet in the ballroom of the Student Union on the McNichols Campus.
Updated Masking Requirements
As we enter this third academic year living with a pandemic, the University continues to adapt and revise our policies based on the latest research, …
Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit conference set for Oct. 14-15
The Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit has set dates for its annual conference, covering two days, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14-15. The theme for 2022 is “Earth is our Mentor, Measures and Model.”
Detroit Mercy freshmen featured on local news for PTV work in community
A group of freshmen were featured Wednesday morning by WDIV Local 4 News in Detroit when they volunteered at Auntie Na’s Village, a community outreach house near the University’s McNichols Campus.
Start new academic year with updated person page
Have you recently moved to another building on campus? Want to freshen up your biography? The Office of Marketing & Communications reminds University employees that …
Mass on the Grass, Aug. 28
University Ministry is hosting Mass on the Grass Sunday, Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. on the McNichols Campus.
Meet & Greet President & Mrs. Taylor with free ice cream
Detroit Mercy community, if you have not yet had the chance to meet President Donald Taylor and Mrs. Taylor, here’s a chance to share ice cream with them!
President Taylor’s vision for University featured in Detroit News article
In his first 50 days as Detroit Mercy’s president, Donald Taylor is quickly shaping his vision for the institution.
“I intend to be here to help work with the institution to go from really good to really great,” Taylor said.
From chemist to community activist, alumnus is honored for work
Richard Dolinski ’61, ’63, ’66 used his University of Detroit degrees to springboard a 32-year career at Dow Chemical. With the company, he held prestigious positions such as president of Dow Automotive and corporate vice president.
Philosophy professor receives national humanities grant
University of Detroit Mercy Professor Juan Carlos Flores is the recipient of a $295,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to create the first critical edition of writings by 13th Century philosopher Henry of Ghent.
FOX 2 video: Livernois, McNichols business corridor is booming
Businesses on the corridors just a few blocks away from the McNichols Campus of the University of Detroit Mercy are thriving.
Promote campus events through Detroit Mercy Live
Campus community, Detroit Mercy Live is a web portal to find student organizations and University events throughout the school year.
President’s Convocation kicks off 2022-23 academic year
University of Detroit Mercy’s 2022-23 academic year officially began Tuesday with the annual President’s Convocation on the McNichols Campus.
Important Reminder: Make documents ADA accessible before uploading to Detroit Mercy websites
Detroit Mercy Marketing & Communications would like to remind everyone of this message sent last February. The need to make documents accessible is critical: Dear …
Summer hours for dining services at Detroit Mercy
Take a look at the full summer hours for dining services across Detroit Mercy campuses.
‘Home’ football returns to Detroit Mercy with Loyola High School
In edition to late summer and fall Titan athletic events and practices on Titan Field, the University of Detroit Mercy will also be the home to Loyola High School football this fall, giving the school a ‘home’ in the city for the first time in several years.
President’s Convocation set for Aug. 16
Employees from all of Detroit Mercy’s campuses are invited to attend the annual President’s Convocation on Tuesday, Aug. 16 in the Student Fitness Center on …
2019 Valedictorian takes first vows with Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal
Sr. Solanus Payne (Mary Margaret Payne), Detroit Mercy’s Class of 2019 Valedictorian, recently took her first vows with Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. Sr. Solanus’ first assignment, in January 2023, will be in Drogheda, Ireland.
Faculty needed for PTV skits
Detroit Mercy faculty are needed to participate in a skit on college classroom etiquette, which will be performed during the Prologues, Transitions and Viewpoints (PTV) orientation program Aug. 24-25.
Employees invited to participate in annual PTV service event
Detroit Mercy’s Institute for Leadership and Service invites all faculty and staff to join incoming first-year students for the annual half-day of service during the …
Register for Colleague Development Days, set for Aug. 17-18
University community, registration is open for the annual Fall Colleague Development Days on Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus. The programming takes place Aug. 17-18, with both in-person and virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.
Jesuit Fathers visit for presentations on social justice and ecology, Aug. 8-9
Jesuit Fathers Xavier Jeyaraj and Ted Penton will offer two brief panel presentations on Jesuit efforts in social justice and ecology from a global and …
Titan supporters flock to Rocket Mortgage Classic
University of Detroit Mercy hosted alumni and friends as the PGA Tour returned to Detroit for the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic July 28-31.
Scholarship and Financial Aid Office now in Student Union
The Scholarship and Financial Aid Office on Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus has moved from the ground level of the Fisher Administration Center to the first floor of the Student Union, right off of the Fountain Lounge.
2022 Faculty Promotions and Tenure
Detroit Mercy’s Office of Academic Affairs recently announced that faculty at the McNichols Campus, School of Dentistry, and School of Law will be promoted or granted tenure, effective fall 2022 term.
Watch replay: Catholic Studies webinar on Climate Destruction
A video recording of the virtual discussion on “Climate Destruction,” sponsored by the Catholic Studies program on July 14 is now available to watch on the Detroit Mercy YouTube channel.
Tickets still available for the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic, July 28-31
Detroit Mercy will once again host alumni and friends at the Rocket Mortgage Classic on July 28-31 at Detroit Golf Club. Several player commitments have been announced including U.S. Open runner-up Will Zalatoris, defending champion Cam Davis, former World No. 1s Justin Rose and Jason Day, and PGA Tour winners such as Tony Finau, Rickie Fowler and Kevin Kisner.
Father Cavanagh featured in Detroit Catholic publication
A beloved figure at the University, Gerald F. Cavanagh, S.J., was recently profiled by Detroit Catholic for his longevity and impact on students and business ethics. Cavanagh, the Charles T. Fisher III Chair of Business Ethics, has been a staple at the University for more than four decades.
Register now for 2022 Titan Golf Outing
Registration is now open for the 2022 Titan Golf Outing, which is set for Friday, Aug. 5 with a 9 a.m. start. Detroit Mercy alumni, …