Some 2,000 supporters of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) are expected to participate in a 5K walk on UDM’s campus to raise funds and awareness of the organization, which is dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
Detroit Mercy students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends are invited to join UDM’s Creative Writing Collective! The first gathering is set for Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 5:30-6:45 p.m. inside of the Briggs Building, Room 201.
Join us for a discussion on Constitution Day, Tuesday, Sept. 17 at noon, to celebrate one of the First Amendment rights, the freedom of speech.
The African American Studies Program’s first Six Mile Meetup of the 2024-25 school year is set for Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 12:45-2 p.m. at Whatcha Wanna Eat. All are welcome to join!
Panelists include Chair and Professor of Religious Studies Todd Hibbard and Professor Saeed Kahn of Wayne State University Department of Classical and Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures.
Rejuvenate your spirit, release tension and cultivate a sense of clarity and well-being at monthly women-only wellness sessions on select Saturdays.
Join the afterdark bike tour to points of interest in the city of Detroit on Sept. 13. Ride begins at 8 p.m. from the McNichols Campus. Free for students!
Assistant Director of Alumni Relations Arneshia Austin and special guest Tommy Titan were the hosts of the first Titan Taxi of the 2024-25 school year!
Fitness classes return this week for students, faculty or staff. Register now for up coming classes!
The New Beginnings Retreat, set for Saturday, Sept. 22, is an opportunity to meet new people, forge relationships and reflect on your early experiences of college.
The official welcoming event to the new school year for the University community Celebrate Spirit! is set for Tuesday, Sept. 10 inside of the Student Fitness Center. The Mass of the Holy Spirit begins at 11:30 a.m.
The 2024-25 academic year at University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) is off to a record-breaking start with the largest first-year class in more than 30 years and a ranking that puts it among the top 50 universities in the country.
The third annual Road to Championship fundraiser, which directly benefits Titan Athletics, is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 at The Corner Ballpark in Detroit. The event will feature special guest appearances, door prizes, and unique “experience” auction items.
Voting rights and privileges will take center stage in a talk from presenter Fr. Patrick Dorsey, S.J., on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 9 a.m. inside of the College of Health Professions, Room 124.
Detroit Mercy’s Marketing and Communications team (MarCom) has recently updated the University’s identity guidelines and style manual to help breathe a little more flexibility.
Join Detroit Mercy Law and the legal community in celebrating the 112th annual Red Mass at noon Tuesday, Sept. 17 inside of Ss. Peter & Paul Church at the Riverfront Campus.
Get a jump start on volunteer hours in the new semester by signing up for Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN)‘s bi-weekly Monday deliveries …
Enjoy food, games, music, face painting, and meeting all of UDM’s amazing student organizations on Friday, Sept. 6 from 3-5:30 p.m. Join us outside of the Student Union near the McNichols Campus fountain.
Join a conversation to give Muslims and other marginalized groups a voice in the press on Sept. 24 at 5 p.m.
Spiritual direction is the practice of being with person(s) as they attempt to deepen their relationship with the divine or to learn and grow in their personal spirituality. A spiritual director offers guidance, companionship and support to the directee as they navigate their spiritual journey.
All Detroit Mercy students, staff, faculty and administrators are encouraged to create an original poem using the magnets on the second-floor lockers of the Briggs Building. The deadline to submit an image of your finished poem is Friday, Sept. 13.
All Detroit Mercy staff and faculty will receive a free UDM tumbler when attending Thursday’s 3 p.m. women’s soccer match between the Titans and Chicago State from Titan Field.
University Ministry is hosting a special Mass to celebrate the feast day of St. Phoebe. Gather with us for Mass and fellowship with snacks following the service on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 12:45 p.m. in the St. Ignatius Chapel.
CNN contributor Ryan Mack, a financial expert and economic commentator, is the first speaker in the Charlton Center for Responsible Investing (CCRI)’s Finance Seminar series for 2024-25, set for Thursday, Sept. 5 at noon in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union.
Detroit Mercy’s School of Architecture and Community Development (SACD) and the Consulate of Italy in Detroit are co-hosting a multinational exhibition and panel discussion as part of the 2024 Detroit Month of Design. The panel discussion is Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 5:30-7 p.m.
Maurice Greenia, Jr. ’76 (a.k.a. Maugré), a longtime McNichols Campus Library assistant, poet, Detroit-based multi-media artist and avid filmgoer delved into his personal collection of Detroit Film Theatre (DFT) memorabilia in order to celebrate the DFT’s 50th anniversary. The result is Detroit and the Movies, this summer’s exhibit at the McNichols Campus Library, which runs through early September.
ReBUILDetroit is excited to announce that three Learning Communities have been formed to engage faculty and staff in exploring ideas about teaching practices. Groups are open to all disciplines and departments!
Headshot photographs taken at President’s Convocation are now available for the University community to download. Employees can also use it on their person page by submitting an update through MarCom’s web request form.
Explore the diverse recreational opportunities offered by the University Recreation department with the inaugural RecFest from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 inside of the Student Fitness Center.
Stop by the Fountain Terrace on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 12:45-2 p.m. to tie-dye shirts, do crafts, learn about University Ministry and enjoy some yummy tacos!
Enjoy free food and fun games while learning about auditions and upcoming events in the Department of Performing Arts during the Theatre Welcome Party.
All Detroit Mercy students are welcome to audition for DMTC’s fall 2024 productions on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 7 p.m. No experience is required.
Titan freshmen, members of the Class of 2028, take part in move-in day to Shiple Hall, First-year Convocation, PTV and more to help kick-off their college careers.
Students, faculty, alumni and clinical partners can submit research abstracts for presentation at the College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing’s inaugural research symposium.
All Detroit Mercy employees are invited to consider accompanying incoming first-year McNichols Campus students in the half-day of service that they do as part of PTV on Wednesday, Aug. 21 and/or Thursday, Aug. 22.
Employees can get a complimentary headshot during the breakfast and lunch portions of President’s Convocation until 1 p.m.
Detroit Mercy’s Ask the Professor radio show will be holding a live recording session on Wednesday, Aug. 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Detroit Historical Museum. The public is invited to attend and to bring questions to stump the professors.
The the University community for Mass celebrating a holy day of obligation for Catholics.
The Titan Mentor Program is a new program aimed at impacting some of UDM’s first-year students. Through the mentor/mentee relationship, our students will have another layer of support navigating their first year at Detroit Mercy.
All are welcome to enjoy Marygrove Conservancy’s Campus Summer Fest on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 12-4 p.m. The event is free, but those interested are asked to RSVP!
Detroit Mercy’s women’s soccer team is back on the McNichols Campus, preparing for the upcoming 2024 season, but took time Saturday to help the community during ARISE Detroit’s 18th annual Neighborhoods Day.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) walk in Michigan is set for Saturday, Sept. 21. All are welcome to join!
Calling all vendors for the 2024 Wellness Expo, which is set to take place Oct. 3. The Wellness Center is looking for departments, organizations, clubs, and local businesses that care for our student’s and employee’s wellness and well-being.
Titan community, please mark your calendars and RSVP by Wednesday, July 31 for the annual President’s Convocation, which is set for Monday, Aug. 19 inside of the Student Fitness Center on the McNichols Campus.
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France are under way and one former Titan is competing at the games with former men’s basketball student-athlete Bul Kuol playing with South Sudan. He joins the ranks of Titans who have competed in various sports over the years.
Join the Department of Athletics for a Basketball Coaches Cookout on Wednesday, July 31 from 5-7 p.m. just outside of Calihan Hall at the tennis pavilion.
Join fellow Titans in helping clean up the community for ARISE Detroit’s 18th annual Neighborhoods Day on Saturday, Aug. 3.
