Chaldean Thanksgiving Mass, Nov. 21
The Chaldean American Student Association is set to hold a Chaldean Thanksgiving Mass on Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 1 p.m.
Changes to FAFSA for 2024-25
Big changes are coming to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form for the 2024-25 aid year!
All welcome for Transgender Day of Remembrance service, Nov. 20
The Women’s and Gender Studies Program, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, University Ministry and UDM Pride Club will gather for a short service in observation of Transgender Day of Remembrance on Monday, Nov. 20 at 4:30 p.m.
The Write Something! Desk at the Detroit Mercy Creative Arts Kiosk
What are you thankful for? Come share your words of gratitude at the Write Something! desk, located outside of the Briggs and Commerce and Finance Buildings on the McNichols Campus. The desk will be available for you leave a note Nov. 14-16, as well as Nov. 20-22.
Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship now accepting applications
UDM students who have worked at the Detroit Mercy Libraries or Varsity News or volunteered with the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN), for at least one year — and plan to continue with these activities — may apply. Students pursuing studies in Performing Arts or Communications are also encouraged to submit an application.
Money Management Seminar set for Nov. 16
The Center for Career and Professional Development will host a Money Management Seminar, facilitated by Alliance Catholic Credit Union, 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16. All Detroit Mercy students and staff are invited to attend.
International Night returns for all on Nov. 16
Join us Thursday, Nov. 16 from 5-7 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus. International Night is a time when we celebrate, learn and respect all of the various cultures and ethnicities at Detroit Mercy.
Library hosts Native American Heritage Month event, Nov. 16
Director of the Black Abolitionist Archive and Professor of History Roy E. Finkenbine will present on “Potawatomi Hospitality” during a special lunch time on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 12:45-2 p.m.
Re-envisioning spaces and pedagogies for Neurodivergence Series, Nov. 14, with Nicholas Provenzano
The Inclusive Teaching Learning Community presents Re-envisioning spaces and pedagogies for Neurodivergence Series on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 12:45-1:50 p.m. inside the College of Health Professions, Room 124. Nicholas Provenzano will be the featured speaker.
Join Nov. 16 talk on ethnic-racial identity development across multiple contexts
The featured speaker is Kevin Constante, a research data analyst for Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science. The talk is set for Thursday, Nov. 16 at 12:45 p.m. in the College of Health Professions, Room 124.
Claire Schaefer-Duffy featured in Mercy Peace Forum webinar, Nov. 15
Detroit Mercy welcomes Claire Schaefer-Duffy, a journalist with the National Catholic Reporter and the Catholic Worker, for a zoom webinar with the topic, Conversations on Nonviolent Action in a Time of War.
Liturgy commemorates Jesuit martyrs of El Salvador, Nov. 15
The Office of Mission Integration will be celebrating their next monthly liturgy at noon Wednesday, Nov. 15 in the St. Ignatius Chapel inside the Commerce & Finance Building on the McNichols Campus.
UDM recognizes student veterans
Student veterans at each of University of Detroit Mercy’s campuses have bravely served and defended our country in many different branches of the military. In recognition of Veterans Day, Detroit Mercy is proud to highlight several student veterans.
Faculty recognition event set for Friday, Nov. 17
The Office of Academic Affairs are pleased to host the Faculty Recognition Event, which is slated for Friday, Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus.
TENN collects close to 2,000 pounds of pumpkin for composting
The Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN)’s annual pumpkin composting was a success, with nearly 2,000 pounds collected for composting.
Host a UDM international student for Thanksgiving dinner
This Thanksgiving, Detroit Mercy’s International Services Office (ISO) is inviting employees to sign-up to host UDM international students for Thanksgiving dinner. If you are interested in participating, please sign-up by Friday, Nov. 10!
Study, sustenance and spirituality for students on Sunday, Nov. 12
Detroit Mercy students are invited for pizza, community and studying together 7-8:45 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12!
Student earns honor from governor’s office
Senior Communications major Jeremiah Steen received the Spirit of Hope Award from Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Community Service Commission for his commitment to volunteerism, service or philanthropy.
Senior Adjunct Instructor of English Molly Barlow‘s personal essay, “Changing pronouns behind the lectern” has been published online in Jesuit Higher Education. Read the full …
24-hour printer access available in Student Union
The University is pleased to offer 24-hour, 7-days a week access to a WEPA printing station located in the lower level of the Student Union on the McNichols Campus.
Audition for DMTC’s show, ‘Photograph 51’
All students are welcome to audition for Detroit Mercy Theatre Company’s second mainstage show of the school year, Photograph 51, on Monday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. The auditions will take place in Reno Hall, Room 164.
Thank you: 2023 Safety Street was a great success
The Student Life Office would like to thank the campus community for supporting the annual Safety Street event at Detroit Mercy.
Veterans Day recognition set for Friday, Nov. 10
The program will recognize the contributions and sacrifices of those who have served to defend freedom and includes members of the armed forces, including active members and reserve personnel.
Pause the workday and reflect with colleagues, Nov. 10
Bring your lunch and join colleagues for “A Time to Breathe,” on Friday, Nov. 10 from 12-1 p.m.
Professor of History and Department Co-Chair Greg Sumner will introduce two Oscar-winning World War II movies at the Historic Redford Theatre in honor of Veterans …
Learn about UDM’s study abroad and immersion programs on Nov. 16
Find out all about what Detroit Mercy has to offer with its study abroad and immersion programs at the International Dinner, set for Thursday, Nov. 16 from 5-7 p.m.
President Emeritus and Distinguished University Professor Antoine M. Garibaldi delivered the Aims of Education Address at Georgetown University’s Faculty Convocation on Oct. 30. The ceremony …
Provide feedback in Dining Services’ campus-wide survey
Through Nov. 10, Detroit Mercy Dining Services is conducting a campus-wide survey to better understand the UDM community’s dining satisfaction.
CCPD to host several career development opportunities in November
Detroit Mercy’s Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) will host a series of events that will help guide students and alumni through their professional development and examine ways to foster wellness on the path to career success.
African American Studies program to hold webinar on ‘The Congo, Michigan and you’
The African American Studies program at Detroit Mercy is producing a Zoom webinar Nov. 14 on the ongoing crises in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), efforts to resettle refugees in Michigan and the role our consumption plays in fueling violence and displacement.
Next monthly liturgy set for Wednesday, Nov. 15
Fr. Patrick Kelly, S.J. will celebrate the liturgy and preach on a theme related to the University’s educational mission. There will be a pizza lunch afterwards in the Commerce & Finance Building, Room 238 and time to visit with colleagues.
Meet the UDM Class of 2027
With the fall semester in full swing, several Titan freshmen share how their experience at UDM has been thus far.
Men’s soccer to host tournament game Sunday
Following a strong regular-season campaign, the Titan men’s soccer team will host a quarterfinal matchup 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov 5 in the Horizon League Championship from Titan Field on the McNichols Campus.
TENN compost competition: Org vs. Org, Nov. 3 and 6
Compete to be the most sustainable student organization or group and win a pizza party with Titan Equity Nourish Network’s compost competition on Friday, Nov. 3 and Monday, Nov. 6.
Detroit Urban Health AI Challenge sees success, formation of partnerships
The Detroit Urban Health AI Challenge, which was hosted by Detroit Mercy, brought in more than 70 in-person attendees with an additional 108 people joining online. The STAR Center and TENN placed in the top-two teams at the competition.
Titan spotlight: Meet members of Metz!
The University of Detroit Mercy offers several dining options for students, faculty, staff and others, one of them being Metz Culinary Management. Meet a few members of the Metz staff on the McNichols Campus
Call for Proposals: 2024’s AJCU Faith, Justice and Reconciliation Assembly
The steering committee for 2024’s AJCU Faith, Justice, and Reconciliation Assembly has extended the deadline for program proposals to Monday, Nov. 27.
Mass of Remembrance set for Sunday, Nov. 5
Detroit Mercy will hold a Mass of Remembrance on the first Sunday of November — Nov. 5 — at 4 p.m. in the St. Ignatius Chapel in the Commerce and Finance Building. All are welcome.
UDM-OCC agreement will help Engineering students
Detroit Mercy and Oakland Community College (OCC) have announced an articulation agreement making it easier for OCC pre-engineering graduates to complete a bachelor’s degree in various engineering disciplines at UDM.
Field Trip Day offers free admission Wednesday for lunch-time game
Detroit Mercy’s Department of Athletics is excited to bring back the women’s basketball Field Trip Day game, set for 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1 at Calihan Hall. All fans get into the game for free.
Titans host Wayne State for Detroit Public School Benefit Game, Nov. 2
The University of Detroit Mercy Department of Athletics is proud to announce that the 5th Annual City College Series DPS Benefit Game is set for Thursday, Nov. 2 as the men’s basketball team host city-rival Wayne State in an exhibition contest at 7 p.m. inside Calihan Hall.
Volunteer for TENN’s composting challenge, Nov. 3 and Nov. 6
Help with the competition by volunteering for one or multiple shifts on either or both of the days. Assist with recording who drops off pumpkin compost and also by helping load donations into TENN’s trailer. Snacks will be provided!
Students invited to Etiquette Dinner on Nov. 2
Detroit Mercy’s Etiquette Dinner for students is set for Nov. 2. Join Detroit Mercy alumni and women of Stellantis in an evening of professional and personal development.
Detroit Mercy community invited to submit for UDM Photography Contest, deadline Nov. 5
The Detroit Mercy community is invited to participate, compete and submit for the 2023 UDM Photography Contest! The deadline for submission is Sunday, Nov. 5 at 11:59 p.m. First-place winners in each category will receive cash prizes and an enlarged, mounted copy of their winning photographs.
National study ranks UDM among top 10% of universities in U.S. for return-on-investment
Detroit Mercy ranks No. 455 out of 4,500 colleges and universities nationwide for salary earned over the 40-year length of a career according to research published by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce in 2022.
Winter 2024 Schedule of Classes now available
Detroit Mercy’s Winter 2023 Schedule of Classes is now available at udmercy.edu/classschedule or through your my.udmercy.edu self-service account (non-Dental and non-Law).
Jesuit Friends and Alumni of Detroit Luncheon set for Nov. 14
Rita Dollard-O’Malley is the featured guest at the Jesuit Friends and Alumni of Detroit Luncheon, which is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 14 at the Detroit Athletic Club. Lunch begins at noon.
Ethics Bowl makes post-pandemic return, awarding winners
The team called Tomato Sandwiches (made up of Political Science majors Isabelle Francis, Kelsie Shammami, Juan Willis and Kaleb Smith) were named winners of the competition.
Engineering & Science to host 10th annual Research Symposium, Oct. 27
Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering and Science is set to host its 10th annual Research Symposium on Friday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for undergraduate and graduate students. The event will take place in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union.
Theatre Company’s ‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ debuts Oct. 27
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company’s first performance of the 2023-24 school year is “A Year with Frog and Toad,” a heartwarming musical adventure that will delight audiences of all ages across two weekends.