Circle of Support offered in Shiple Hall on Nov. 14
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.
November is National Career Development month
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 invited to enjoy special meal on Veterans Day, Nov. 8
Veterans, bring a guest and enjoy a delicious meal on us on Nov. 8 in the Titan Dining Room or Dental School Cafe.
Student Organization Leadership Conference set for Nov. 9
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.
Home basketball games, Nov. 8 and 10, to salute veterans
Veterans will be saluted for their service on game day with complimentary tickets to Titans basketball on Nov. 8 and 10.
Veterans to be recognized on Veterans Day, Nov. 11
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.
Student auditions for two Theatre Company productions to be held Nov. 11-12
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.
AI Prompt-A-Thon 2024 Wrap-Up: A Global Success
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 …
Office of Admissions is hiring student employees
Do you need some extra cash? The Office of Admissions is hiring student employees as tour guides and welcome desk associates. Please apply at the links provided.
Election watch party to be held in Shiple Hall, Nov. 5
Participate in civic engagement at Detroit Mercy’s Election Watch Party on Nov. 5 and enjoy pizza and bingo!
All welcome for Chaldean Mass on Nov. 7
All are welcome as we come together in the St. Ignatius Chapel for Chaldean Mass on Thursday, Nov. 7.
Celebrating first-generation students on Thursday, Nov. 7
First-generation students are invited to stop by the Office of Student Life for a cookie and to share why being a first-generation student is important.
Fall festival fun for all on Wednesday, Nov. 6
All are welcome for some fun fall activities and food at the Fall Festival on Wednesday, Nov. 6 including pumpkin bowling, bobbing for apples and leaves of Thanks!
‘What’s the Tea with Ministry’ discusses Nourishing our Community with TENN
Listen to how Titan Equity Nourish Network’s mission to address food justice and sustainability is making a tangible impact in Detroit on this episode of ‘What’s the Tea with Ministry.’ Learn how Detroit Mercy students are finding their niche within TENN’s garden initiative and connecting with the University’s mission of service and cultural diversity.
TENN compost competition: Org vs. Org on Nov. 6
Student organizations will compete to be the most sustainable group on campus on Nov. 6 during TENN’s Autumn compost competition.
Suzanne Shank headlines CCRI’s speaker series, Nov. 6
The Charlton Center for Responsible Investing will hold its annual speaker series and fireside chat on Wednesday, Nov. 6 inside of the Student Union Ballroom. Registration is now open for the event, which features Suzanne Shank.
The movie Drought and Deluge — produced by Associate Professor Ziggy Kozicki and Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 — will be shown at the American Public Health Association …
All Saints’ Day celebrated with Mass on Nov. 1
All are welcome to celebrate the Feast of All Saints on Friday, Nov. 1 in the St. Ignatius Chapel.
Diwali celebration open for all Monday, Nov. 4
Come learn about the importance of celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights, see performances from students and enjoy a meal with one another.
Thank you for a successful 2024 Safety Street
The Student Life Office would like to thank the University community for supporting the 35th annual Safety Street event at Detroit Mercy!
Submissions for annual UDM Photography Contest due Nov. 3
As we start the fall term, consider capturing those special moments for your submission to the second annual University of Detroit Mercy 2024 photography contest!
Professor of History and Department co-chair Roy Finkenbine had an article, “When the First Freedom Seekers Came to Fort Wayne,” published in the Fall 2024 …
Next Adventure Series event: Skating trip on Nov. 15
Get ready to roll with our Adventure Series Roller Skating Party on Nov. 15!
Mass of Remembrance set for Nov. 3
During the month of November, the Catholic Church remembers family and friends who have died. University of Detroit Mercy joins the universal church in celebrating the lives of those we know and love with the Mass of Remembrance, held Sunday, Nov. 3 at 4 p.m. inside of the St. Ignatius Chapel.
Introduction to mindfulness classes begin Oct. 29
Join our four-week Intro to Mindfulness class and gain practical skills to manage stress and enhance your overall well-being.
Ponder the Possibilities in Healthcare on Oct. 29
Join the Center for Career & Professional Development and Ponder the Possibilities of healthcare career paths, day-to-day responsibilities and the types of roles you can pursue with your degree at drop-in discussions on October 29.
Half-day retreat on Radical Hospitality, Nov. 8
Faculty and staff are invited to the Office of Mission Integration’s half-day retreat for reflection and discussion of this year’s Celebrate Spirit theme, “Radical Hospitality.” If interested in attending, RSVP by emailing Fr. Kelly at kellypm@udmercy.edu.
Volunteers needed for TENN cooking day on Nov. 7
Join TENN in prepping and cooking for our community dinner.
Diane M. Praet, recently retired associate vice president and university registrar and current senior director for special projects for Academic Affairs, has been awarded honorary …
Spring break immersion trip visits Montgomery, Ala. from March 1-8
For all UDM students, University Ministry is hosting a Service Immersion trip during Detroit Mercy’s spring break from March 1-8 in Montgomery, Alabama. The application deadline for those interested is Jan. 10.
Second annual TENN community meal, free to all on Nov. 8
Join TENN and share a wonderful meal while celebrating our university community on Nov. 8.
New ‘What’s the Tea with Ministry’ podcast episode inspires students to tackle pressing issues while navigating the ballot box
A new episode of ‘What’s the Tea with Ministry’ podcast released on Oct. 22 features Maryam Qoda, a senior at Detroit Mercy, and Chelsea Puckett from NETWORK, a faith-based political advocacy organization, speaking about advocacy and voter education.
First Faith with Friends gathering takes place on Oct. 27
Gather together for prayer, reflection and a FREE homecooked meal by Fr. Jeff at the first Faith with Friends, which takes place on Sunday, Oct. 27.
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company presents ‘WITCH,’ Oct. 25-27 and Nov. 1-3
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company’s first production of the school year is ‘WITCH,’ performed across two weekends, Oct. 25-27 and Nov. 1-3 at the Marlene Boll Theatre in downtown Detroit.
Director of Professional Engineering Programs Paul Spadafora delivered a presentation on vehicle cyber threats at the fifth annual Homeland Security Symposium, hosted by Oakland Community …
Feminist Scholarship Colloquium set for Oct. 28
The Women’s and Gender Studies Program will host the annual Feminist Scholarship Colloquium on Monday, Oct. 28, where presenters will share the diverse ways that sex, gender, sexuality and structures of power inform their research and teaching.
Think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness event in TDR, Oct. 28
Support breast cancer awareness and enjoy some delicious treats in this pink-themed event.
Detroit Urban Health AI-Prompt-A-Thon set for Oct. 25-26 at Detroit Mercy
Unleash the power of AI for a healthier Detroit by collaborating with a diverse group of participants driven by a common goal on Oct. 25-26.
New Titan Taxi features head men’s basketball coach Mark Montgomery
Episode two of the Titan Taxi during the 2024-25 school year is now out and features head men’s basketball coach Mark Montgomery! Ahead of the upcoming season, Montgomery gets to know students and asks them if they know who the new leader of the Titans men’s program is, in this early October spin.
Provost Pamela Zarkowski recently contributed to the 2024 American College of Dentists Annual Meeting from Oct. 16-18 in New Orleans. Zarkowski is a member of …
Register to vote opportunity, Oct. 23-24, for all students
Students, your voice is important. Don’t miss this opportunity to register to vote on Oct. 23 or Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom at the Who Are We? Democracy, Social Value, and the American Story event.
Who Are We? Democracy, Social Values and the American Story, two-night event on Oct. 23-24
Attend this two-night event entitled “Who Are We? Democracy, Social Values and the American Story” in which nationally known speaker Robert P. Jones examines how competing American stories continue to divide the country as we head toward the 2024 Presidential election and then moderates a discussion with a panel of local religious and academic leaders on the evolution of religion.
Detroit Mercy Night with Detroit Red Wings set for Oct. 24
Titan community, all are welcome for Detroit Mercy Night at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, Oct. 24 with the host Detroit Red Wings playing against the New Jersey Devils. Puck drops at 7 p.m. inside LCA!
Supreme Court Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to speak through interactive live stream, Oct. 22
Join U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the highest court in the United States, for an interactive live talk that delves into the principles of leadership, fairness and the responsibilities that come with holding one of the most significant roles in the judiciary.
Calling all Communications majors to first Beyond the Degree panel event on Oct. 24
The Center for Career & Professional Development will kick off its first Beyond the Degree panel event with a focus on career paths in Communications …
University Advancement presents Ask The Experts, Oct. 23
Register to attend the Ask The Experts lunch-and-learn session by Oct. 10 to gain impactful information on advancement services, annual giving, major gifts, alumni relations and marketing and communications
Alliance Catholic Credit Union Member Appreciation Day on Oct. 23
Stop by for some cider and donuts at the Alliance Catholic Credit Union branch at Detroit Mercy on Oct. 23.
Youth United hosts intro and focus group on Oct. 24
Food, beverages and gift cards for all students who participate in the Youth United Intro and Focus Group! This is your chance to engage with like-minded peers on current issues.
EEOC Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal to speak at McNichols Campus on Oct. 23
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal will share her insights on “A Personal and Professional Perspective on Civil Rights” on Oct. 23. Free and open to all, the event is hosted by the Center for Practice and Research in Management and Ethics (PRIME).