All are welcome to attend the School of Dentistry’s free Trunk-or-Treat and Drive-In Movie Night on Thursday, Oct. 29, in the parking lot of the Corktown Campus. Trick-or-treating begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by an outdoor screening of the Halloween favorite ‘Hocus Pocus.’
All are welcome to join University Ministry and the Muslim Student Association for a post-prayer social and open house on Friday, Oct. 30, at 1:30 p.m., at the University Ministry office.
All are welcome to attend an interfaith vigil for voting Oct. 21 at Gesu Church’s social hall to pray for the upcoming mid-term election.
The English Department will host author Keith Taylor for a poetry reading on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 12:45, in the Bargman Room of the McNichols Campus Library.
Prospective students interested in learning more about UDM graduate programs, including in-person and online options, will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, program representatives and Graduate Admissions staff.
All are welcome to attend TENN’s annual Halloween game night on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 5 p.m., featuring cider and donuts, games, costume competition and prizes.
Celebrate Halloween at Detroit Mercy’ Novi Campus with a family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat featuring treats, games, activities and community resources on Oct. 27.
Detroit Mercy will host the 21st annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) Conference on Thursday, Oct. 15, in the Student Union Ballroom. The conference brings together people of all ages who are interested in exploring topics, developing skills and motivating action for the betterment of our One Earth Community. Registration is now open.
Attend the talk titled “Redemptive Tech: How Silicon Valley Gained Moral Authority from the Microchip to AI,” on Oct. 28, featuring Becca Lewis, Ph.D., assistant professor in Comparative Media Studies at MIT. Lewis will explore how portrayals of Silicon Valley in the 1970s and 1980s continue to influence the ethical and political debates surrounding emerging technologies.
Detroit Mercy has once again been awarded Gold Status in the Michigan Veteran Friendly Schools (VFS) program for 2026-27, demonstrating the University’s commitment to improving the academic experience of student veterans.
Hear directly from torture survivors and learn how clinicians and communities can support their holistic needs at a presentation by the Torture Abolition Survivors Support Coalition on Oct. 9, from 1–2:30 p.m., in Briggs Building, Room 317.
JFAN will host Jesuit priest and theologian Ryan Duns, S.J., on Oct. 15, in the Fountain Lounge, for a unique discussion on how modern horror films and scary movies serve as a powerful lens for deep spiritual truths.
The Creative Writing Collective will hold its first gathering, led by Michael Lauchlan, on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Reconnect with fellow Titans at Fall Festival at Homecoming, Sept. 25-26. Enjoy a weekend of festivities, local cuisine and family fun, plus Live6’s Six Mile Street Fest.
Detroit Mercy will host the 2026 NAMI walk in Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 19, starting at 9 a.m. on the McNichols Campus. Join the Detroit Mercy Titans team with your friends, family, colleagues or classmates and help support mental health!
All are welcome to help Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) celebrate our community and bustling garden with an evening of food and harvesting on Friday, Sept. 18 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
The Detroit Mercy community is encouraged to come together in prayer for healing, hope and abundant life in local neighborhoods on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m., at Good Shepard Lutheran Church, located at 16100 Lawton Street in Detroit. All are welcome.
Celebrate Detroit Mercy Athletics at the second annual Titans of Detroit fundraiser on Sept. 18 at the Cambria Hotel Detroit, featuring Hall of Fame guests, fine dining and exclusive auction opportunities. Sponsorships and limited tickets are available for this special evening, so register now.
Join the after-dark bike tour to points of interest in the city of Detroit on Sept. 11. Ride begins at 8 p.m. sharp with check-in at 7 p.m. from the McNichols Campus. Free for students!
UDM will once again sponsor the 2026 Arts, Beats & Eats Festival, set for Sept. 4-7 in downtown Royal Oak. At the July 29 press conference, Associate Vice President Gary J. Erwin helped unveil the festival entertainment lineup and announced the start of UDM’s 150th anniversary celebration.
As part of its mission of expanding access to a transformative education and helping students from all backgrounds reach their full potential, Detroit Mercy has joined MI College Match, a new statewide direct admission program. The platform opens Aug. 26. Students who complete a profile by Sept. 21 will be eligible for the first round of admission offers Oct. 5.
UDM Street Fest returns this year on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 2–6 p.m. on the McNichols Campus Front Lawn. Departments and colleges are invited to partner in this celebration bringing together students, neighbors and local organizations for an afternoon of family fun celebrating the community.
All are welcome to help celebrate our community and bustling garden with an evening of food and harvesting on Thursday, Aug. 6, at 4 p.m., at the TENN Community Garden, located on the McNichols Campus behind the Health Professions Facility.
National Make-A-Will Month is the perfect time to create or update your will with Giving Docs, a free service provided to Detroit Mercy supporters, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from having your affairs in order.
Detroit Mercy will once again partner with the PGA as the exclusive university sponsor of the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club this summer. A limited number of general admission tickets are now available, with proceeds supporting the Detroit Mercy Alumni Scholarship Fund. Each ticket also includes a chance to win a VIP inside-the-ropes experience during tournament play.
All are welcome to help Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) celebrate our community and bustling garden with an evening of food and harvesting on Tuesday, July 21.
UDM, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and District 2 neighbors will host a community prayer to bring awareness to National Gun Violence Awareness Month and to help honor victims of gun violence while supporting and upholding survivors.
This summer, UDM is set to deliver a lineup of camps and pre-college programs that offer students from elementary school through college summer learning opportunities in health sciences, business, architecture, engineering, literacy and athletics.
Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) will host an afternoon of food, fun and harvesting on Thursday, June 18, to celebrate the community and bustling garden.
Join the Detroit Jesuit Community and Detroit Jesuit Ministries on Friday, July 31, at Ss. Peter and Paul Jesuit Church, for a special evening honoring the feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola and celebrating 150 years of Jesuit ministry in Detroit. This free celebration is expected to fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged to secure your spot.
Make your next event effortless with catering from Meraki Kouzina, a UDM partner running the School of Law cafeteria. Catering options are available across all campuses.
A community prayer service focused on neighborhood health and well-being will be held May 21 at Good Shepard Lutheran Church. The evening includes prayer, reflection and a shared meal, offering an opportunity to connect and build community in a welcoming setting.
Please help TENN welcome spring on Wednesday, May 13, with an evening of crafts, food and fun on the Fountain Terrace, starting at 5 p.m.
Join Jesuit friends and alumni on Wednesday, May 13 for a wine and cheese reception at historic Gesu Catholic Church. The evening will explore the history, families, art and architecture of the parish, founded by Jesuits in 1922 and once home to four Detroit mayors, several congressmen and the renowned Fisher Brothers.
The 2026 issue of the Economic and Community Impact Report on Metro Detroit & Fast Facts is now available.
All are invited to a discussion with Catholic thought leaders reflecting on the “Church’s Mission in this time and place” on Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m., in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus.
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company will close the inaugural season of the Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre on the McNichols Campus with the hilarious and heartfelt production of ‘I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire.’ Six performances will run from April 10-19.
Join Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) on Monday, April 13 as they team up with their partners, JB Urban Farms, to get their community garden ready for the upcoming planting season.
As UDM advances its institutional branding efforts, we’re transitioning away from ‘Build a Boundless Future’ and adopting ‘The World Needs Titans’ as a bridge brand. A new brand is in development. Visit the Detroit Mercy rebrand page for more information.
Earn three service hours and learn about the importance of our TENN garden for food access, sustainability and community building.
UDM friends and family are invited to the 19th Annual Celebration of Scholarly Achievement & Community Engagement (CSACE) on Thursday, April 9, in the Whitty Student Fitness Center. Join the celebration of academic, scholarly and creative accomplishments of our University community.
CLASA webinar series hosts Steven Brady on Thursday, April 9, who will discuss his new book ‘Less Than Victory: American Catholics and the Vietnam War’ and the moral dilemmas posed by the Vietnam War.
The Department of Religious Studies presents the 2026 Cushing Distinguished Lecture series on Wednesday, April 8, featuring Ruben L.F. Habito.
All are welcome to a Holy Thursday Mass 4 p.m., April 2 hosted by the Sisters of Mercy and University Ministry inside of the St. Ignatius Chapel in the Commerce & Finance Building on the McNichols Campus.
The McNichols Campus Library invites Titans interested in birdwatching or just learning more about the birds passing through out shared environment to check out one of the Libraries’ new birdwatching kits.
Join CLASA, CHASS and WGS on April 1 for a virtual conversation featuring Nada Fadul, who will discuss the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and give a general overview of Sudan’s history with an in-depth description of the current war.
Antoine M. Garibaldi, president emeritus and distinguished university professor, was recently honored with the 2026 Distinguished Warriors award from the Urban League of Detroit & …
All are invited to learn about contemporary Central America and help to raise funds for an important scholarship on March 30 at the UCA Jesuit Martyrs Fundraiser dinner.
Broadside Lotus Press and the University of Detroit Mercy Press will hold a special virtual reading and conversation with award-winning poet Joanne Godley on March 25, where she will launch her collection ‘How the Black Panthers Fell from the Sky.’
SACD will welcome Patrick Morrissy and Wayne Meyer on Wednesday, March 25, in the Loranger Exhibition Space for the next lecture in its series titled ‘Urban Neighborhoods: Strategic Intervention, Stability, and the Power of Street Level Practice.’
