Register for 2023 Baccalaureate Mass
Class of 2023 graduates and employees, reserve a spot for the Baccalaureate Mass, which is set for Saturday, May 13 at 11:30 a.m. in the St. Ignatius Chapel, located in the Commerce & Finance Building.
Class of ’23: Grad finds joy in breeding puppies, Civil Engineering
Kirstin Finnila has balanced puppies and studies as a Civil Engineering student at UDM. She is known to do her homework while sitting with the puppies in their pen.
Associate Professor Julia Stocker Schneider and Assistant Professor Jaime Sinutko are traveling to Louisville, Ky. to present their infomatics research at the American Nursing Informatics …
HIVE and TENN donor appreciation, May 4
Join the HIVE and Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) with a donor appreciation event at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 4 outside of the Student Union in the plaza. Light food and refreshments will be provided.
Join biannual beautification Flower Day fun on May 4
You’re invited to participate in the biannual McNichols Campus Beautification Flower Day on Wednesday, May 3 from 9 a.m. to noon. Come and work together with Titan colleagues to build community and beautify the campus.
UDM graduate programs rank among best according to U.S. News & World Report
University of Detroit Mercy graduate programs in Engineering, Business, Law, Health Professions and Liberal Arts & Education were once again ranked among the top in the nation in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ edition. This is the fourth consecutive year that Detroit Mercy graduate programs have ranked among the nation’s best.
Bookstore, Fitness Center, Loft summer hours begin May 1
Summer operations and hours at University of Detroit Mercy are upon us!
Faculty survey: Higher Education Research Institute
A critical faculty survey is underway and we need all faculty to participate. Your voice is important to us! Please find your personalized link to compete the Higher Education Research Institute (HERI) faculty survey in your UDM email.
Class of ’23: Dental work as child inspired grad to become dentist
As a child, Trey Hester was bullied for having a misalignment with his teeth and had to wear braces for four years to fix it. His own dental work sparked his interest in dentistry.
Class of ’23: Valedictorian found a supportive home at Detroit Mercy
Kara Wolfbauer isn’t going to remember every detail of her college experience, however, Detroit Mercy’s Class of 2023 Valedictorian will remember exactly how the University made her feel.
Associate Professor of Political Science Genevieve Meyers recently wrote a chapter in the book titled, Decolonizing State and Society in Uganda: The Politics of Knowledge and …
Healing Together: Dedication ceremony of Healing Wall Panel 5 set for April 26
The Detroit Mercy community is welcome to attend the dedication ceremony of the the last few ribbons onto Healing Wall, Panel 5 with renowned artist and creator Carole Morisseau on Wednesday, April 26 at 4 p.m. in the Briggs Building.
Student collective ideas increase awareness about climate change, heath
Detroit Mercy Health Services Administration students helped raise awareness about climate change and health recently in Manistee, Michigan, exhibiting posters at the Great Lakes Environmental Festival on Friday and Saturday, April 21-22.
Update in FDA and CDC Vaccine Guidance
Although the University COVID-19 vaccination requirement ended on May 8, it is strongly encouraged that you remain up-to-date with recommended vaccinations. Recently, the U.S. Food …
Celebrate National Library Workers Day with free cake, April 25
Usher in National Library Workers Day, as well as the start of finals week, with free cake inside of the McNichols Campus Library from 12-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 25.
Last Call: Apply/RSVP for 2023 Graduation
Last call for students to apply and RSVP for 2023 commencement ceremonies! The deadline to apply for graduation is Friday, April 7 and the deadline to RSVP is Tuesday, April 25.
Stay tuned: Class of 2023 Commencement profiles
Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2023 is also just around the corner and Detroit Mercy’s Marketing & Communications office will have profiles on seven graduates leading up to graduation.
UDM alumnus fuses two passions to create a new way to look at architecture
Michael Ford’s love for music and community inspired him to found The Hip-Hop Architecture Camp, which blends his passions, while also empowering underrepresented youth to explore architecture.
Women’s and Gender Studies program announces student writing contest winners
The Women’s and Gender Studies program at Detroit Mercy is delighted to announce the winners of the 2022-23 Undergraduate Writing Contest. Nine students were awarded prizes in three categories.
Prep for finals with Late Night Munchies, April 24
Detroit Mercy’s annual Late Night Munchies event the night before finals week begins is set for Monday, April 24 at 9 p.m. in the Titan Dining Room on the McNichols Campus.
UDM President Emeritus elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Antoine M. Garibaldi was recently elected as a new fellow to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
DMTC presents world premiere of Unheard Voices: Afro-Brazilian Diaspora, April 20-23
Unheard Voices: Afro-Brazilian Diaspora, curated and directed by Greg Grobis, was created from experiences during the 2022 Fulbright Hays Brazil GPA Trip.
UDM’s multidisciplinary patient-centered program provides Nursing and Engineering students a chance to help people with disabilities
University of Detroit Mercy Engineering and Nursing students engaged in a year-long multidisciplinary, collaborative patient-centered project titled “Faces on Design” designed to improve the quality of life for people with physical disabilities. On April 24 at 11 a.m., student groups will unveil and present their life-changing assisted technology devices in the College of Engineering & Science to their clients and public.
Detroit Mercy Cybersecurity teams win prestigious ISACA Scholarship case competition
Students from University of Detroit Mercy swept the top-three spots in the ninth annual Detroit Chapter ISACA Cybersecurity Scholarship Case Competition on April 16. The competition awarded $13,500 in scholarships with 21 teams competing across four institutions.
Road Rally volunteers needed for May 20 event
Detroit Mercy’s Alumni Relations department is looking for volunteers to help at the 2023 Road Rally, which is set for Saturday, May 20.
De-Stress at Spring Send-off set for Thursday, April 20
In 2023, two popular past events, De-Stress Fest and Student Alumni Leadership Council’s Spring Send-off, have come together to bring you the De-Stress at Spring Send-off! The free event is from 4-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20 at the Student Fitness Center.
Award-winning Honduras journalist featured speaker at CLASA event, April 20
Award-winning journalist Karla Rivas with Radio Progreso in Honduras will be the guest speaker at a special Carney Latin American Solidarity Archive (CLASA) event on Thursday, April 20 at 12:45 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.
Honduras activist headlines CLASA evening event, April 20
Honduran activist Reynaldo Dominguez is the special guest speaker at a Carney Latin American Solidarity Archive (CLASA) Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.
Fundraiser April 19 helps El Salvadoran students attend UCA
The annual UCA Jesuit Martyrs fundraiser dinner is set for Wednesday, April 19 at 6:45 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom of the McNichols Campus. The fundraiser helps raised money to help El Salvadoran attend the UCA.
University Chorus concert set for April 18
Come and be surrounded by the beauty of music at the University Chorus concert at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 18 featuring Irish songs, show tunes, …
Last Cybersecurity Club meeting set for April 18
Join Detroit Mercy’s Cybersecurity Club for their last meeting of the 2022-23 school year on Tuesday, April 18 at 5:30 p.m. from Briggs Building, Room 217.
Join colleagues for ‘A Time to Breathe,’ April 19
Pause the workday and join fellow Detroit Mercy colleagues for a time of reflection and sharing with “A Time to Breathe,” on Wednesday, April 19 from 12-1 p.m.
Triptych+1: Student poetry reading at Pages Bookshop
Detroit Mercy students will read their original creative work—poetry, fiction and memoir at Pages Bookshop in Detroit on Thursday, April 20. The reading is set for 6:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
Cybersecurity & Information Systems students compete in NICE Challenge competition
Three Detroit Mercy Cybersecurity & Information Systems majors spent four hours April 12 competing to win and helped pilot the newly-developed NICE Challenge Cybersecurity Competition.
‘Stop human trafficking’ event set April 17
Join Care House of Oakland County to learn the warning signs of human trafficking as well as how to help and respond to those affected.
Writing workshop for faculty focuses on teaching writing, April 14
Join Director of Writing Across the Curriculum Sigrid Streit for a workshop Friday, April 14 focused on teaching writing and incorporating writing assignments into your courses.
U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar visits McNichols Campus
On Monday, April 10, U.S. Congressman Shri Thanedar visited the McNichols Campus and University President Donald Taylor. Thanedar, who represents Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, which includes …
Wellness Center looking for participants for Fall 2023 Health Fair
The Wellness Center is looking for any clubs, organizations or departments on campus that would be interested in hosting a table at the health fair. The event is set for Thursday, Oct. 19 on the McNichols Campus.
Admissions hiring summer ambassadors
Detroit Mercy students, the Office of Admissions is looking for student ambassadors during the summer!
Participate in Engineering & Science’s undergraduate research week, April 11-13
The College of Engineering & Science is celebrating Undergraduate Research Week (URW) on April 11 and April 13! This celebration of undergraduate scholarship will take place with a variety of professional development events on the McNichols Campus.
Money Management Seminar set for Thursday, April 13
The Center for Career & Professional Development will host a Money Management Seminar facilitated by Alliance Catholic Credit Union. The seminar is set for Thursday, April 13 at 12:45 p.m.
Creative Writing Collective returns on Wednesday, April 12
The next gathering is Wednesday, April 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. in Room 205, Briggs Building. The session will be led by Amanda Hiber.
Call for Administrator Nominations: Agere ex Missione Award
University of Detroit Mercy’s Mission Effectiveness team solicits nominations of administrators for the Agere ex Missione Award. The nomination deadline is Wednesday, April 12 at 5 p.m.
Cybersecurity students place third in April NCAE competition
Organized by Detroit Mercy’s Cybersecurity & Information Systems department, 12 students formed two teams (cyber defenders), with one of those teams winning the competition on Saturday, April 1.
Holy Week schedule, Blessing of New Stations of the Cross
Holy Week is here and University Ministry invites you to enter into this solemn and blessed week.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski presented at the American Dental Education Association’s Student Diversity Leadership Program on the topic of the …
Kyra Harris Bolden ’14 featured speaker at Law lecture on social justice
Michigan Supreme Court Justice and Detroit Mercy alumna Kyra Harris Bolden ’14 is the special lecturer at the fifth annual Dewitt C. Holbrook Lecture on Social Justice, hosted by Detroit Mercy Law. The lecture, titled, “Justice for All,” is set for Thursday, April 13 from 5-6 p.m. in Room 226 of the Riverfront Campus.
International Night has been postponed
Due to a scheduling conflict, International Night, originally set for April 13, has been postponed to a later date.
College of Health Professions and McAuley School of Nursing Associate Professors Suzanne Keep and Arthur Ko were elected as Fellows in the National Academies of …
Support TENN in annual Food Fest fundraiser, April 4
The fundraiser will feature great food from 313 Curbside Eatery food truck from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4!