This new school will be located in Novi, Mich., and is the 25th School of Optometry in the United States and the second in Michigan. The first class will begin in the fall of 2025 and prospective students can submit applications starting in December.
Director of the Writing Center Erin Bell recently published an essay, titled “‘Us weirdos have to stick together’: Wild magic, queer time and queer spaces …
Catch some of that contagious seasonal spirit and join us for skating under the stars at downtown Detroit’s winter wonderland in stunning Campus Martius Park.
Students are invited to apply for the 2025 Undocu Network Summit, which takes place Jan, 17-20. This summit is intended for students and recent alumni of Catholic colleges and universities who are undocumented, DACAmented or come from mixed-status families. Most of the cost of this important event will be covered for students!
What are you thankful for? Come share your words of gratitude at the Write Something! desk located outside of the Briggs and Commerce & Finance Buildings on the McNichols Campus. The desk will be available for you to leave a “recipe” through Nov. 27.
Don’t miss the one-night-only performance of this captivating play by Rachel Bublitz, Ripped, on Nov. 22 at Live6 Alliance Event Space.
Episode 5 is live! Listen as Sydney Gordinier, an experienced nurse practitioner, and Anasia Staley, a fourth-year Nursing student, offer valuable insights into the dynamics of campus wellness, encouraging all to take that vital first step in seeking support.
In preparation of the transition to the Coursedog academic scheduling platform, there will be a blackout period from Nov. 23 to Dec. 15 for spaces reserved for all events and meetings through Registrar and University Services.
The Detroit Mercy chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu, the National Jesuit Honor Society, is collecting new and gently used socks for homeless people to help them keep their feet warm and dry during the winter.
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 pursing studies in Performing Arts or Communications are also encouraged to submit an application, due Nov. 26.
Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science hosted its annual symposium to highlight the research and projects by undergraduate and graduate students. The 2024 symposium was held Thursday, Nov. 14 inside of the Student Union Ballroom.
Three UDM students presented at this year’s conference of the National Women’s Studies Association.
Current UDM students are invited to consider joining the Service in the City Tutoring Program, which consists of a semester-long commitment to tutoring once a week for approximately one hour, attending at least one orientation and participating in monthly reflection meetings. Please consider this opportunity to serve in our local community and grow in a mutual sense of solidarity or interconnectedness with one another.
Please consider donating items for Bark Nation’s 11th annual outreach event, KONGsgiving! A collection bin will be stationed in the Health Professions Building in the Sr. Maureen Fay lounge until Nov. 25.
You are invited to read the first post in the Year in Radical Hospitality series, which highlights individuals, places, programs and events that embody Radical Hospitality. If you would like to write or propose a feature for A Year in Radical Hospitality series, please email the Mission Effectiveness Team co-chairs.
Join us at International Night on Thursday, Nov. 21 to celebrate our cultural diversity through food, entertainment and community.
As UDM approaches its 150th anniversary in 2027, the University is working to unveil a new brand that everyone can take pride in while celebrating the institutional birthday at the same time.
All are welcome to attend the Stress Awareness Roundtable Discussion on Nov. 20 to learn tips and tricks to help deal with stress surrounding final exams and the holiday season.
The annual Exploring Your Future event, a collaboration between Detroit Mercy, Wayne State University, Michigan State University and University of Michigan, has been featured in …
Detroit Mercy students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends are invited to join UDM’s Creative Writing Collective from 5:30-6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20!
Take your learning outside of the classroom and learn about the exciting field of criminal law from expert Brian Lennon at this Zoom session on Nov. 20, presented by Michigan Career Connect, a new initiative of Michigan Colleges Alliance.
Fr. Justin Kelly, S.J., newly retired after 52 years of service at the University, presented a talk titled “Could Jesus Be Wrong? A Theological Thesis …
This Thanksgiving, Detroit Mercy’s International Services Office 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. 15.
Join Fr. Joe Mulligan on Nov. 15 when he talks about the new third volume of his Gospel of Luke book with its focus on applying the Gospel insights in the contemporary context of suffering and struggle.
Vincent Haddad discusses his new book, “The Detroit Genre: Race, Dispossession, and Resilience in American Literature and Film, 1967-2023,” an engaging study of Detroit’s influence on a wide array of genres in pop culture.
Attend this luncheon on Nov. 20 and hear how Jesuit universities are called to action to protect our shared planet, how Loyola University is leading the way and how we can advance the cause.
Faculty, staff and student submissions will be highlighted during the CSACE Symposium on April 3. 2025. Submitting your publications, awards and additional information about achievements to the McNichols Campus Library creates an official, reportable account of scholarly achievements and becomes an integral part of the University’s academic history.
The Detroit Mercy community is invited to attend Mass and participate in spiritual direction and formation for their own personal growth. Several Mass times are offered and held in the St. Ignatius Chapel in the Commerce & Finance Building.
All are welcome to join the Office of Mission Integration in an opportunity to gather and reflect on a theme central to UDM’s Mercy and Jesuit educational mission at a monthly liturgy on Nov. 13.
Enjoy an online lecture on the connections between Tanzanian history and Detroit Mercy’s founding traditions on Nov. 13.
Join artist Reem Abou-Samra for an evening of poetry on Nov. 14 where she will share her experience and reflections as an activist, scholar, Muslim and Syrian-American.
All are encouraged to attend an exciting Q&A with senior sports writer Michael Rosenberg of Sports Illustrated on Nov. 12.
Come to talk, share, and get support in a safe space regarding the growing challenges and stressors of the current global conflicts. Undergraduate and graduate students from all campuses are welcome.
Students are invited to our third monthly Immersion Day on Nov. 15 where they will spend the afternoon engaged in a service project in the community.
Please help save lives and consider donating blood. Currently, there are not enough blood donors to meet the need for blood transfusions for those who have sickle cell disease.
The Detroit Mercy Chapter of Psi Chi, the international honor society in Psychology, will honor ten new members at its induction ceremony on Nov. 15.
Dean Katherine Snyder and the College of Engineering & Science are excited to formally recognize the opening and dedication of the newly renovated Engineering Annex as the McShane Makerspace & Collaboratory.
The Institute for Leadership & Service will give you recognition for the leadership work you are doing. Stop by the Zalke Lounge in the Student Union to log your leadership hours on Nov. 14.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski was named to the Joint Commission of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU), Jesuit …
Five UDM undergraduates presented at this year’s conference of the Michigan College English Association.
Learn about critical race theory and how it intersects with Catholic teachings and social justice at an important discussion on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Join University Ministry in an opportunity for sharing, reflection and grounding ourselves in community inspired by restorative justice practices during a time of political turmoil.
Students are invited to explore their futures by attending events that are designed to assist them in taking ownership of their career development, set career goals and learn about new opportunities.
Veterans, bring a guest and enjoy a delicious meal on us on Nov. 8 in the Titan Dining Room or Dental School Cafe.
Listen and engage with guest speaker Casey J. Cornelius and network with your peers at the Student Org Leadership Conference on Nov. 9, which is designed to support and empower student leaders across campus.
Veterans will be saluted for their service on game day with complimentary tickets to Titans basketball on Nov. 8 and 10.
Join the Student Life Office and Campus Activity Board in recognition of those who have served to defend freedom on Nov. 11 at a Veterans Day event.
Auditions for the winter semester are coming up! Auditions for both “The Glass Menagerie” and “The Grown Ups” will take place on Monday, Nov. 11 with callbacks on Nov. 12.
The AI Prompt-A-Thon 2024 was a global success and provided a unique platform for collaboration across disciplines, demonstrating the power of bringing together students with different expertise to tackle shared challenges.
Writing Program Director and Assistant Professor of English Elena Garcia and her father were interviewed for the podcast 10-Minute Tech Comm, a technical writing-focused academic …
