Make space for prayer with Busy Person’s Retreat, beginning Oct. 5
University Ministry is offering a five-day retreat in daily life this fall, Oct. 5 through Nov. 6, open to all students, faculty and staff.
Detroit Mercy Law’s Conviction Integrity Clinic to hold discussion on wrongful convictions, Oct. 7
Detroit Mercy Law’s Conviction Integrity Clinic will hold a candid discussion on wrongful convictions on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 5-7 p.m., at the Riverfront Campus.
Philosophy Department to host scholar Guido Parietti for Hannah Arendt anniversary lecture, Sept. 29
The first installment of the UDM Philosophy Department’s 2026-27 Public Lecture Series will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 29, featuring Guido Parietti, assistant professor of Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy at Michigan State University. His lecture titled “Why Politics? Why Arendt?” will explore German thinker Hannah Arendt’s infamous answer to a fundamental question of our age: what is politics for?
Michael Lauchlan to read from new poetry collection ‘Running Lights,’ Sept. 25
Senior Adjunct Instructor Michael Lauchlan will read from his new collection of poetry, ‘Running Lights,’ on Friday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m., at 27th Letter Books in Detroit.
Student Success Center provides academic support to help students succeed
The Student Success Center offers tutoring, college life coaching, academic exploration, placement testing and a convenient testing center.
Homecoming 2026 Fall Festival with Street Fest set for Sept. 25-26
Reconnect with fellow Titans at Fall Festival at Homecoming, Sept. 25-26. Enjoy a weekend of festivities, local cuisine and family fun, plus Live6’s Six Mile Street Fest.
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Student editors wanted for student arts journal, [sic]
Student editors are wanted for the next issue of [sic], which is slated to start production during the fall 2026 semester. Apply by Thursday, Sept. 24.
Plant clippings needed for Mercy Day student project
For Mercy Day on Sept. 24 and this year’s Mercy Concern of Care for the Earth, University Ministry is collecting plant clippings for a special student craft project.
Learn about El Salvador spring break journey with upcoming info sessions
CHASS is offering a spring break journey for the UDM community to El Salvador. Learn more about this transformative experience at an information session on Sept. 29 (online) or Oct. 1 (in-person).
Ben Peters to deliver two talks on nonviolence during Founders Week, Sept. 23
The Carney Latin American Solidarity Archive (CLASA) invites the UDM community to two free discussions on nonviolence on Wednesday, Sept. 23, featuring Ben Peters of St. Joseph’s University,
UDM to host NAMI Walk Michigan, Sept. 19; Join the Titans team
Detroit Mercy will host the 2026 NAMI walk in Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 19, starting at 9 a.m. on the McNichols Campus. Join the Detroit Mercy Titans team with your friends, family, colleagues or classmates and help support mental health!
Volunteer for ‘Thank a Donor Day’ on Tuesday, Sept. 22
Hand out prizes, help students with thank-you notes, run game stations, assist with thank you photos and videos, and more during ‘Thank a Donor Day,’ set for 12:30-2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union.
Video: PA professor Nour Lyon hosts first Titan Taxi of 2026-27
Physician Assistant professor Nour Lyon ’12 quizzed students and hosted rides during the first Titan Taxi spin of the 2026-27 school year.
Dialogues@SACD kicks off lecture series, Sept. 18
The SACD will hold the first event in its Dialogues@SACD series, titled ‘Community Repair: Development, Demolition, and Resurgence of Oakland Avenue’ on Friday, Sept. 18, from 4-6 p.m., in the Loranger Architecture Building Exhibition Space. The conversation features Wil Marquez, executive director of Detroit Collaborative Design Center, and Natosha Tallman, program director of Oakland Avenue Urban Farm.
Grab free lunch, UDM swag at Thank-a-Donor Day, Sept. 22
Thank A Donor Day takes place Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 12:30-2 p.m. in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union. Take part in activities to help you learn how alumni and friends of Detroit Mercy enrich all aspects of the University, receive a free lunch and earn prizes!
Celebrate community at TENN garden party, Sept. 18
All are welcome to help Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) celebrate our community and bustling garden with an evening of food and harvesting on Friday, Sept. 18 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
Student Life offers day tour of Belle Isle, Sept. 18
All students are invited to join Student Life for a free trip to Belle Isle on Sept. 18, featuring visits to the Belle Isle Aquarium and Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, followed by a picnic at the beach.
Detroit Mercy Law to celebrate 114th annual Red Mass, Sept. 22
The 114th annual Red Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Sept. 22, at noon in the Ss. Peter & Paul Jesuit Church at the Riverfront Campus. A luncheon reception in the atrium of Detroit Mercy Law will immediately follow the ceremony.
Build a Boundless Future brand is retired
As UDM works toward a launch new UDM brand, please note that the Build a Boundless Future brand is now completely null and void. Printing material, digital and graphic artwork and other public-facing materials that use this brand will not be approved and may not be used in any way.
CHASS night at Comerica Park, Sept. 22
The Detroit Mercy community is invited to cheer on the Detroit Tigers as they take on the Washington Nationals on Tuesday, Sept. 22, as part of the CHASS Discover Detroit series.
Celebrate Spirit! launches new school year, Sept. 17
The official welcoming event to the new school year for the University community, Celebrate Spirit!, is set for Thursday, Sept. 17 in the Whitty Student Fitness Center. The Mass of the Holy Spirit begins at 11:30 a.m. with free lunch and reception to follow at 1 p.m.
Spotlight: Graduate student gains data analytics experience in Detroit Mayor’s office
Detroit Mercy CHASS graduate student Prashant Lambodari connects classroom learning with real-world challenges this summer as a 2026 City of Detroit Mayoral Fellow.
Discussion on Voting Rights Act set for Constitution Day, Sept. 17
Three faculty will discuss several aspects of the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965 during UDM’s annual Constitution Day event.
Faculty and staff open pickleball returns Sept. 16
University Recreation’s faculty and staff open pickleball returns this fall, offering a fun way to stay active. Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. beginning Sept. 16 at the Whitty Student Fitness Center. All skill levels welcome!
Course Program of Study open forum set for Sept. 16
An open forum for all will be held to address Course Program of Study, its implications for financial aid and enrollment status compliance, with time reserved for questions from attendees on the McNichols Campus.
Student orgs can win big in Titan tailgate board contest
Student orgs are invited to compete for $200 cash prize by participating in Titan Tailgate Org Board Contest during the 2026 Homecoming Fall Festival. Decorated boards are due Friday, Sept. 25 at noon.
Help name the STAR Center’s new manikins
Students, the STAR Center needs help picking and selecting names for its new adult and birthing manikins.
UDM student organizations to be showcased at Titan Fest, Sept. 11
Titan Fest is the best spot for students to learn about student organizations on the McNichols Campus.
Audition for theatre company shows, Sept. 14
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company will host auditions for its fall and winter shows on Monday, Sept. 14 from 7-10 p.m. Students auditioning must prepare one 90-second monologue from a classical theatre text and one 30-second a capella song of your choosing.
Join monthly Qigong, sound bath wellness sessions on McNichols Campus
Join the Department of Social Work for monthly Qigong and sound bath inside of the Briggs Building on the McNichols Campus. The first session of the 2026-27 school year is set for Saturday, Sept. 19, with dates following on Oct. 24, Nov. 21 and Dec. 12. All are welcome to join.
Register for program to enhance understanding of UDM’s mission
University of Detroit Mercy is launching the Ignatian Mercy Pedagogy Certificate Program for employees who are interested in doing a deep dive into Ignatian and Mercy informed teaching, research, service and community engagement. The first cohort is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.
Take part in Magnetic Poetry Contest in the Briggs Building
All Detroit Mercy students, alumni, staff, faculty and administrators are encouraged to create an original poem using the magnets on the second-floor lockers of the Briggs Building on the McNichols Campus.
URec announces fall intramural sports programming
Get in the game this fall with URec’s free intramural sports leagues and tournaments. From sand and indoor volleyball, soccer, flag football, basketball and more, there are plenty of opportunities for students, faculty and staff to compete and have fun.
Drop-in art workshop with local artist Dan Kestler, Sept. 10
All students are invited to drop by the Student Union Lower Level on Thursday, Sept. 10, any time between 12:30-2 p.m. for a free art workshop with Michigan painter Dan Kestler.
Community prayer service for healing and wellness set for Sept. 10
The Detroit Mercy community is encouraged to come together in prayer for healing, hope and abundant life in local neighborhoods on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m., at Good Shepard Lutheran Church, located at 16100 Lawton Street in Detroit. All are welcome.
Titans of Detroit returns Sept. 18 to support Titan Athletics
Celebrate Detroit Mercy Athletics at the second annual Titans of Detroit fundraiser on Sept. 18 at the Cambria Hotel Detroit, featuring Hall of Fame guests, fine dining and exclusive auction opportunities. Sponsorships and limited tickets are available for this special evening, so register now.
Start the year off with CHASS Welcome Bash, Sept. 10
Students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to gather on the Briggs Building patio for an afternoon of free food, music, games, giveaways, CHASS swag and community.
Enroll for fall term tuition payment plan; deadline is Sept. 15
Payment plans for fall term tuition are available to students through Sept. 15.
Midnight bike ride returns on Sept. 11, register to ride
Join the after-dark bike tour to points of interest in the city of Detroit on Sept. 11. Ride begins at 8 p.m. sharp with check-in at 7 p.m. from the McNichols Campus. Free for students!
Renew your student organization by Sept. 4
It’s time to submit your student organization’s renewal application. To be eligible for a table at Titan Fest, renewals must be completed by Sept. 4.
McAuley School of Nursing Professor Andrea Kwasky was elected president-elect of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, the largest professional organization representing psychiatric-mental health nurses in …
Celebrate the Feast of St. Phoebe, Sept. 3
Join University Ministry on Sept. 3 for a celebration of St. Phoebe featuring Mass, reflection, community and a watch party for a national prayer service.
RecFest 2026 to bring fun, games and free food, Sept. 1
Kick off the semester at RecFest 2026. Join URec on Tuesday, Sept. 1, from 5–7 p.m. at the Whitty Student Fitness Center for free food, games, swag and a special appearance by the Detroit Pistons Extreme Team and Hooper.
Learn about theatre on campus at welcome party, Sept. 3
Get free food and swag while learning more about auditions and upcoming events at the Theatre Welcome Party.
Student Life kicks off Maker Series with Ikebana flower arranging, Sept. 3
The Student Life Office will kick off this year’s Maker Series with Ikebana flower arranging on Sept. 3 at 4 p.m. in the Student Union Lower Level.
Spirit store hours for start of fall semester
The Detroit Mercy spirit store on the McNichols Campus is open throughout the first week of the fall semester, offering textbooks and school essentials. Students can also shop online anytime through the Detroit Mercy spirit store.
Ashlee Barnes, assistant professor and faculty fellow in the Office of Mission Integration, has been selected for Distinguished Service to Society Award. The award recognizes …
UDM to sponsor Arts Beats & Eats Festival, Sept. 4-7
UDM will once again sponsor the 2026 Arts, Beats & Eats Festival, set for Sept. 4-7 in downtown Royal Oak. At the July 29 press conference, Associate Vice President Gary J. Erwin helped unveil the festival entertainment lineup and announced the start of UDM’s 150th anniversary celebration.
New URec check-in process, required waiver and fall hours
University Recreation has adopted a new facility check-in process at the Whitty Student Fitness Center. Complete the new recreation waiver now and check out fall hours.
First 50 students to receive free giveaway at women’s soccer game, Aug. 30
Cheer on your Titan women’s soccer team on Sunday, Aug. 30, at 7 p.m., at Titan Field, as they battle in-city rival Wayne State. First 50 students in attendance will receive a free t-shirt.