English Department to welcome Cal Freeman for poetry reading, Oct. 23
The English Department welcomes poet and Detroit Mercy alumnus Cal Freeman for a poetry reading on Thursday, Oct. 23, in the McNichols Campus Library.
Category: Community
Associates of Sisters of Mercy to share efforts to support Honduran women, Oct. 27
Detroit Mercy’s Titan Dreamers and the Women’s & Gender Studies Program invite you to an evening of solidarity and support for Honduran women facing domestic violence and femicide on Monday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m.
Shop at Kroger and support students on service immersion trips
Every time you shop at Kroger, you can help send a student on an immersion trip. Kroger donates to the service immersion fund every time you shop, making trips more affordable for students.
Retirement of UDM’s ‘Build a Boundless Future’ brand
As Detroit Mercy moves forward with branding work, the previous brand — Build a Boundless Future — will no longer be used by the University. Until a new brand is created, the University will employ a bridge brand.
Give-a-coat, take-a-coat to benefit community in October
University Ministry will host a coat rack for the community to donate or take a coat during the entire month of October.
Support TENN at The Office Coffee Shop
Stop by The Office Coffee Shop in Royal Oak for your favorite coffee or sweet treat, choose to donate to TENN at checkout and help support TENN’s work toward a more food-sovereign Detroit.
Video celebrating 60 years of Detroit Mercy Law Clinics from MarCom communications fellows
Check out video footage celebrating 60 years of Detroit Mercy Law Clinics produced by MarCom fellow Alizé Tripp, with the help of Let’s Roll’s Brian Rolling and MarCom’s Adam Bouton.
TENN to host Halloween game night with community neighbors, Oct. 9
All are welcome to join in the Halloween fun with Detroit Mercy’s neighbors from the Princeton Street Block Club and Theresa Maxis at the TENN Halloween game night on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5:30 p.m.
Help Detroit Mercy shape a brand that inspires
UDM is undertaking a new branding effort, and we’d love your input. Your insights will help us craft a more authentic identity that honors our rich history, energizes our present and sets the stage for a vibrant future. Please share your thoughts on the feedback form.
UDM hosts 20th Annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit Conference, Oct. 2-3
This year’s Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) conference, which takes place Oct. 2-3 on UDM’s McNichols Campus, is a platform for community members to network and highlight innovative approaches to environmental and social challenges.
UDM opens new Black Box Theatre on McNichols Campus
Detroit Mercy brings live theatre back to campus on Sept. 29 with the opening of its state-of-the-art Black Box Theatre, designed to be a flexible, professional-quality space that allows students and faculty to explore innovative forms of storytelling.
Joanna Fuhrman featured in virtual poetry reading, Oct. 1
All are welcome to attend a special virtual poetry reading on Wednesday, Oct. 1, by poet Joanna Fuhrman, hosted by UDM’s Poet-in-Residence Stacy Gnall.
Stakeholders, all Titans invited to help shape new brand
UDM invites our alumni, students, faculty, staff, parents, neighbors and partners to help co-author a new brand that captures and encompasses the spirit, grit, faith, strength and pride that define Detroit Mercy. Working together, UDM is confident that we can develop a new brand that is authentic, inspiring and worthy of our Jesuit and Mercy mission.
A decade of impact by Live6 Alliance
Live6’s impact over the past decade includes the organization’s ability to drive partnerships/collaborations and to proactively work to the entire neighborhood’s benefit.
2025 Homecoming weekend to welcome all Titans, Sept. 26-27
Students, alumni, employees and their friends are all invited to join the festivities at the University’s Homecoming, scheduled for Sept. 26-27 at Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus.
Scholarship opportunity for residents of MPLCC area
UDM offers the McNichols Puritan Lodge Community Council (MPLCC) Scholarship to high school students living within the MPLCC area—boundaries of West McNichols, the Lodge Freeway, Livernois, and Log Cabin/Idaho Streets. The scholarship covers full-time undergraduate tuition for up to four years.
Pickleball clinic and competition set for Homecoming Saturday, Sept. 27
Learn the basics of pickleball and join a friendly competition during Homecoming weekend, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 5-7 p.m. Open to all skill levels.
Connect with Detroit Mercy neighbors at Martin Park walk, Sept. 13
Connect with UDM’s neighbors at the annual Martin Park Walk on Saturday, Sept. 13 at noon. Walk begins at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church pavilion.
Detroit Mercy Law to launch state’s first online J.D.; major gift from alumnus Jonathan D. Rose will fund startup
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law will launch a fully online juris doctor degree in fall 2026, thanks to a $2.22-million gift from Jonathan D. Rose. The Online J.D. Program (OJD) will be the first in Michigan and just the 21st in the nation, impacting the lives of many students to come.
First gathering of Creative Writing Collective set for Sept. 9
The fall semester’s first installment of the Creative Writing Collective will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 5:15 p.m. inside the Briggs Building. All are welcome who have an interest in creative writing.
Late night bike ride returns on Sept. 5, register to ride
Join the after-dark bike tour to points of interest in the city of Detroit on Sept. 5. Ride begins at 8 p.m. sharp with check-in at 7 p.m. from the McNichols Campus. Free for students!
UDM Street Fest set for Saturday, Sept. 6
The free event open to all is set to run from 12-8 p.m. and is part of the Six Mile Street Fest. UDM’s part in the event will feature sustainability exercises, crafts, workshops, children’s activities, food, vendors and much more.
Second annual CHP Research Symposium set for Sept. 27
Find out how Detroit Mercy is leading the way in healthcare innovation at the College of Health Professions’ second-annual Research Symposium on Saturday, Sept. 27, on the McNichols Campus.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 …
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.
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.
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.
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.
Live6 to host Spring Forward event on May 3
Please join Live6 Alliance for some community fun on Saturday, May 3 from noon to 5 p.m. This free event will feature prizes, food, giveaways and activities for the kids and our entire community!
Welcome spring with TENN on April 29
Please help TENN welcome spring on Tuesday, April 29, with an afternoon of crafts, food and fun on the Student Union Patio, starting at 3 p.m.
Video: Check out four new OTT spots for Detroit Mercy
Detroit Mercy’s Marketing & Communications department unveiled new spots for use on the University’s over-the-top (OTT) marketing buys and paid social media.
2025 Economic and Community Impact on Metro Detroit & Fast Facts now available
The 2025 issue of the Economic and Community Impact Report on Metro Detroit & Fast Facts is now available for review!
UDM invited to Holy Mass Thursday, April 17
All are welcome to join the Sisters of Mercy and the rest of the University community for Holy Thursday Mass on April 17 at 4 p.m. in the St. Ignatius Chapel.
Triptych+1: Student reading at Book Suey bookstore cooperative, April 10
Come show your support for Detroit Mercy student writers who will read their original creative work at Book Suey, a vibrant local bookstore just 10 minutes from campus, on Thursday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Faculty and staff appreciation game Tuesday for Titan softball
Come watch the women’s softball team take on rival Oakland University on Tuesday, April 8 at 3 p.m. in a faculty and staff appreciation event. The first 25 faculty and staff members in attendance will receive a free Titans travel mug!
Theatre Company presents ‘The Grown Ups,’ April 4-6 and April 11-13
All are invited to join the Detroit Mercy Theatre Company for their performance ‘The Grown Ups,’ a dark satire about a group of camp counselors thrust into a struggle to shape the leaders of tomorrow amidst looming uncertainty and fraught relationships. Performance dates are April 4-6 and April 11-13, and tickets start at $10!
Webinar to discuss conflict in Sudan featuring Christopher Tounsel, April 9
Detroit Mercy’s African American Studies Program will host Christopher Tounsel, associate professor of History and director of African Studies at the University of Washington, for a Zoom webinar on April 9, where he will discuss the civil war in Sudan, its historical context and important features of the crisis and offer perspective on the country’s uncertain future.
Last Six Mile Meetup set for April 12 at Detroit Pizza Bar
All are welcome to join the African American Studies Program at the last Six Mile Meetup of the 2024-25 school year on Saturday, April 12 from 6-8 p.m. at Detroit Pizza Bar.
‘Writing the Midwest,’ a reading and conversation with author Sonya Huber, April 8
The Detroit Mercy English Department and College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences will host a reading and conversation with author Sonya Huber on Tuesday, April 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Commerce & Finance Building. All are welcome!
Jose Artiga visits UDM to talk about work of SHARE El Salvador
Jose Artiga, co-founder and director of SHARE, will discuss the work of SHARE El Salvador with a focus on the environment, women’s health projects and other important work from 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 2.
UDM rebranding: Explore Titan faith and share your thoughts
Titan Faith serves as an organizing principle to help frame the work that goes into defining a brand with the emotional resonance Detroit Mercy needs and deserves. This is what gives the core elements and underpinnings of a brand its emotional power and builds connection with all stakeholders. Please share the underpinnings you think of when you contemplate Detroit Mercy.
Gesu Detroit fundraiser with presentation of ‘American Prophet’ set for April 4
University Ministry and the Gesu Detroit Peace and Justice Committee is holding a fundraiser on April 4 to benefit the San Mateo Haitian Refugee Outreach Ministry in Puerto Rico, where they will present the short film ‘American Prophet’ in the Loranger Architecture Building Exhibition Space. All are welcome.