New leadership academy launching at UDM; Sign-up now
The Office of the Provost announced the inaugural UDM Leadership Academy, a new professional development series for staff, administrators and department chairs at the University.
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Titan women’s soccer ‘Deck Out Your Dorm’ game set for Aug. 28
Cheer on the Titans women’s soccer team as they take on Bowling Green on Thursday, Aug. 28 in a 7 p.m. kickoff from Titan Field and receive a free Titan Territory pennant for your dorm room.
Group fitness instructors needed
The Student Fitness Center is looking for energetic individuals to lead group classes or host one-time events.
Accompany new Titans on half-day service, Aug. 20-21
Detroit Mercy’s Institute for Leadership and Service invites all UDM faculty and staff to consider accompanying incoming first-year McNichols Campus students in the half-day of service that they do as part of their orientation program (PTV).
President’s Convocation slated for Aug. 19 on McNichols Campus
Detroit Mercy faculty, staff and administrators from all campuses are invited to attend the annual President’s Convocation Tuesday, Aug. 19 in the Student Fitness Center to officially open the 2025-26 academic year.
Call for faculty book orders for Fall 2025
Fall 2025 book adoptions are now past due. Learn more on how to submit book selections for the semester.
TENN garden party for community set for Aug. 5
All are welcome to join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) in celebrating the community and bustling garden with an afternoon of food, fun and harvesting on Tuesday, August 5.
New University app launching this fall for staff and students
Raftr app launches this fall for students and staff. It will be a central hub for campus events and announcements, customizable channels and groups for departments and programs and much more!
UDM to host all-sports fundraising dinner, Sept. 2
The inaugural “An Evening with the Titans of Detroit” event will feature live music, fine dining, beverages and auction items at the Cambria Hotel in downtown Detroit. Several special guests in attendance will include Hall of Fame basketball coach Tom Izzo, NBA All-Star Derrick Coleman, Titan legend John Long and NBA champion Steve Smith.
University sponsors ‘Magic of Motown’ at Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats
University of Detroit Mercy is presenting a live production of iconic Motown music at the annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats, set for Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29-Sept. 1.
Video on DIA installation from MarCom communications fellows
As part of the ongoing rebranding work for UDM, MarCom communications fellows Alize Tripp and Jennifer Raptoplous, with the help of Let’s Roll’s Brian Rolling, produced a great piece of video content about the Detroit Institute of Art’s installation on the McNichols Campus.
Titan golf outing set for Aug. 8 at Links of Novi
The Department of Athletics is hosting its annual Titan Golf Outing on Friday, Aug. 8 at Links of Novi. All fans, alumni, supporters, students, staff and faculty are welcome to partake in a day of fun on the course.
Input needed on future development of Livernois & McNichols corridors
As Live6 gears up its Main Street efforts, they have partnered with Main Street America to gather your input via an online survey about the Livernois and McNichols corridors. Please take about 10 minutes to complete this survey.
International pre-college summit starts July 7 at Detroit Mercy
Spaces are still available for Global Leadership, Local Impact, a weeklong leadership event that will bring students from around the world to UDM’s McNichols Campus. The summit runs July 7-14 and is a collaboration between the University’s College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences and Detroit-based Young People Global Edge.
TENN garden party for community set for July 1 close to McNichols Campus
All are welcome to join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) in celebrating the community and garden with an afternoon of food and harvesting on Tuesday, July 1.
Making a Wheel Difference
Through an outreach ministry in Tampa, Fla., several Detroit Mercy alumni have come together to assist community members with transportation in the form of refurbished bicycles.
Discounted student tickets available at Rocket Classic, June 26-29
Current students will receive special pricing with 31.3% off Thursday, Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday grounds tickets purchased using their valid udmercy.edu email address at checkout.
New edition of Spiritus magazine now available
The full 2025 spring edition of Detroit Mercy’s Spiritus magazine is now available for viewing online!
Help support TENN, eat at Detroit Taco Company Monday, June 23
Grab some tacos and help support Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network on Monday, June 23. Visit Detroit Taco Company at either the Troy or …
Photos: Spotlight on Excellence Celebration
Thank you to all who attended this year’s annual Spotlight on Excellence Celebration on May 13 to recognize the outstanding achievements of Detroit Mercy’s staff, faculty and administrators. A link to photos from the event is available for all.
Volunteers needed for TENN summer deliveries
TENN deliveries will continue throughout the summer, and volunteers are needed to help make sure our neighbors receive fresh produce. Please consider signing up for Wednesday and/or Friday deliveries.
CES named University Partner of the Year by Engineering Society of Detroit
The College of Engineering & Science has been named the University Partner of the Year for 2025 by the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD).
Holly tree planted in Ireland as tribute to Sr. Judy Mouch
A holly tree was planted as a heartfelt tribute to Sr. Judy Mouch during the MSON’s fourth excursion to Dublin and Cork to visit locations foundational to the Sisters of Mercy.
Livernois-West McNichols named Michigan Main Street, bringing support for Live6 Alliance
By joining the Michigan Main Street program, Live6 Alliance will receive five years of hands-on expert support from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
Roy McCalister’s mental health seminar set for June 14
Join us to learn strategies and practical tips to boost your mental well-being at Roy McCalister’s Mental Health Seminar set for Saturday, June 14 at 10 a.m. in the Student Ballroom.
Uncle of newly-elected Pope was longtime University professor
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).
UDM summer reading program returns for 2025
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!
UDM’s Marketing & Communications Department pilots new communications fellowship
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.
UDM to welcome first cohort for accelerated 7-year Doctor of Optometry program
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.
University Ministry launches blog highlighting student reflections on service immersion
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.
Student Success Center open for summer hours
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.
NAMI Walk Michigan set for Sept. 20 on McNichols Campus
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.
Class of ’25: UDM had everything for Engineering grad from Nigeria
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.
Detroit Mercy students needed for summer investment camp
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.
DMTC receives national recognition from Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
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.
Racism in Education conference set for May 23
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.
Join Detroit Mercy’s fifth cohort for search advocate training, May 27-28
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.
Class of ’25: Dental Hygiene grad overcomes health scare, now hopes to help others
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.
1,100 Titans participate in 2025 Commencement ceremonies
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.
Class of ’25: CHP grad follows family’s path in medicine
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.
UDM one of 33 institutions to earn dual 2025 Carnegie Classification
The ‘Opportunity College and University’ designation highlights UDM as a model institution for fostering student success and advancing research on effective campus practices.
New deals from Rocket Mortgage for Detroit Mercy community
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.
Class of ’25: Childhood experiences fuel valedictorian to make a difference
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.
Full info: Commencement set for Friday, Saturday in Calihan Hall
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 among Commencement speakers for May 9-10 ceremonies
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.
Class of ’25: For SACD grad, uplifting communities is key to design
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.
Free Kaplan test prep now available for graduate-level admissions and licensing exams
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!
Class of ’25: Grad immerses self in Law experience
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.
Class of ’25: Accounting grad discovers holistic approach to business
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.
Another CourseDog training set for May 20
Learn how to use the new CourseDog scheduling system, best practices and other helpful hints for planning an event on McNichols Campus!