Updated Masking Requirements
As we enter this third academic year living with a pandemic, the University continues to adapt and revise our policies based on the latest research, …
Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit conference set for Oct. 14-15
The Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit has set dates for its annual conference, covering two days, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14-15. The theme for 2022 is “Earth is our Mentor, Measures and Model.”
Theatre Company welcome party, Sept. 1
Learn about how you can be involved with the award-winning Detroit Mercy Theatre Company, on stage or off!
Detroit Mercy freshmen featured on local news for PTV work in community
A group of freshmen were featured Wednesday morning by WDIV Local 4 News in Detroit when they volunteered at Auntie Na’s Village, a community outreach house near the University’s McNichols Campus.
Start new academic year with updated person page
Have you recently moved to another building on campus? Want to freshen up your biography? The Office of Marketing & Communications reminds University employees that …
Get the ‘scoop’ on SALC on Aug. 30
Join the Student Alumni Leadership Council (SALC) for ice cream in Sacred Heart Square on Tuesday, Aug. 30 from 12:30-2 p.m. to learn more about the SALC.
Mass on the Grass, Aug. 28
University Ministry is hosting Mass on the Grass Sunday, Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. on the McNichols Campus.
Meet & Greet President & Mrs. Taylor with free ice cream
Detroit Mercy community, if you have not yet had the chance to meet President Donald Taylor and Mrs. Taylor, here’s a chance to share ice cream with them!
President Taylor’s vision for University featured in Detroit News article
In his first 50 days as Detroit Mercy’s president, Donald Taylor is quickly shaping his vision for the institution.
“I intend to be here to help work with the institution to go from really good to really great,” Taylor said.
From chemist to community activist, alumnus is honored for work
Richard Dolinski ’61, ’63, ’66 used his University of Detroit degrees to springboard a 32-year career at Dow Chemical. With the company, he held prestigious positions such as president of Dow Automotive and corporate vice president.
Philosophy professor receives national humanities grant
University of Detroit Mercy Professor Juan Carlos Flores is the recipient of a $295,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to create the first critical edition of writings by 13th Century philosopher Henry of Ghent.
FOX 2 video: Livernois, McNichols business corridor is booming
Businesses on the corridors just a few blocks away from the McNichols Campus of the University of Detroit Mercy are thriving.
Promote campus events through Detroit Mercy Live
Campus community, Detroit Mercy Live is a web portal to find student organizations and University events throughout the school year.
President’s Convocation kicks off 2022-23 academic year
University of Detroit Mercy’s 2022-23 academic year officially began Tuesday with the annual President’s Convocation on the McNichols Campus.
Important Reminder: Make documents ADA accessible before uploading to Detroit Mercy websites
Detroit Mercy Marketing & Communications would like to remind everyone of this message sent last February. The need to make documents accessible is critical: Dear …
Summer hours for dining services at Detroit Mercy
Take a look at the full summer hours for dining services across Detroit Mercy campuses.
‘Home’ football returns to Detroit Mercy with Loyola High School
In edition to late summer and fall Titan athletic events and practices on Titan Field, the University of Detroit Mercy will also be the home to Loyola High School football this fall, giving the school a ‘home’ in the city for the first time in several years.
President’s Convocation set for Aug. 16
Employees from all of Detroit Mercy’s campuses are invited to attend the annual President’s Convocation on Tuesday, Aug. 16 in the Student Fitness Center on …
2019 Valedictorian takes first vows with Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal
Sr. Solanus Payne (Mary Margaret Payne), Detroit Mercy’s Class of 2019 Valedictorian, recently took her first vows with Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. Sr. Solanus’ first assignment, in January 2023, will be in Drogheda, Ireland.
On Aug. 15, Associate Professor of Religious Studies Justin Kelly, S.J. completed his 50th year at the University. Kelly, who joined the University in 1972, …
Faculty needed for PTV skits
Detroit Mercy faculty are needed to participate in a skit on college classroom etiquette, which will be performed during the Prologues, Transitions and Viewpoints (PTV) orientation program Aug. 24-25.
Professor of Philosophy David Koukal recently had his essay, “American Higher Education, the De-Worlding of World, and the Lessons of Situated Finitude” published in the …
Employees invited to participate in annual PTV service event
Detroit Mercy’s Institute for Leadership and Service invites all faculty and staff to join incoming first-year students for the annual half-day of service during the …
Register for Colleague Development Days, set for Aug. 17-18
University community, registration is open for the annual Fall Colleague Development Days on Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus. The programming takes place Aug. 17-18, with both in-person and virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.
Jesuit Fathers visit for presentations on social justice and ecology, Aug. 8-9
Jesuit Fathers Xavier Jeyaraj and Ted Penton will offer two brief panel presentations on Jesuit efforts in social justice and ecology from a global and …
Associate Professor Andrew Papa presented a paper and delivered a presentation at the Association for Theatre in Higher Education Conference on July 30. The paper …
Titan supporters flock to Rocket Mortgage Classic
University of Detroit Mercy hosted alumni and friends as the PGA Tour returned to Detroit for the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic July 28-31.
Scholarship and Financial Aid Office now in Student Union
The Scholarship and Financial Aid Office on Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus has moved from the ground level of the Fisher Administration Center to the first floor of the Student Union, right off of the Fountain Lounge.
2022 Faculty Promotions and Tenure
Detroit Mercy’s Office of Academic Affairs recently announced that faculty at the McNichols Campus, School of Dentistry, and School of Law will be promoted or granted tenure, effective fall 2022 term.
Watch replay: Catholic Studies webinar on Climate Destruction
A video recording of the virtual discussion on “Climate Destruction,” sponsored by the Catholic Studies program on July 14 is now available to watch on the Detroit Mercy YouTube channel.
Associate Professor of Physics Eswara Prasad Venugopal‘s paper “Race, Gender, and Indigenous Knowledge in the Introductory Physics Curriculum” earned top honors at the 2022 American …
Tickets still available for the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic, July 28-31
Detroit Mercy will once again host alumni and friends at the Rocket Mortgage Classic on July 28-31 at Detroit Golf Club. Several player commitments have been announced including U.S. Open runner-up Will Zalatoris, defending champion Cam Davis, former World No. 1s Justin Rose and Jason Day, and PGA Tour winners such as Tony Finau, Rickie Fowler and Kevin Kisner.
Father Cavanagh featured in Detroit Catholic publication
A beloved figure at the University, Gerald F. Cavanagh, S.J., was recently profiled by Detroit Catholic for his longevity and impact on students and business ethics. Cavanagh, the Charles T. Fisher III Chair of Business Ethics, has been a staple at the University for more than four decades.
Register now for 2022 Titan Golf Outing
Registration is now open for the 2022 Titan Golf Outing, which is set for Friday, Aug. 5 with a 9 a.m. start. Detroit Mercy alumni, …
Engineering report recognized at international symposium
A report on lunar habitat architecture produced by University of Detroit Mercy College of Engineering & Science graduates recently earned top recognition at the International Council on Systems Engineering’s (INCOSE) 32nd annual international symposium.
Research participants wanted for vision study
Students, earn compensation or extra credit this summer through an eye movement and visual information processing study. Research participants are needed for the study, which will take just one hour.
Catholic educators, environmental experts to discuss Supreme Court climate ruling
In the wake of the Supreme Court ruling that curtails government action on climate change, the Catholic Studies Program of University of Detroit Mercy will host a dialogue bringing the religious and moral case for addressing climate change.
Fr. Patrick Kelly, S.J., associate professor of Religious Studies, was featured and quoted in the article, “How America Sold Out Little League Baseball,” which was …
Detroit Mercy alumni couple create real community change
Rev. Deidric Tupper, pastor of New Faith Temple Church of God in Christ and CEO of the New Faith Temple Community Development Corp., alongside his wife Natasha Tupper, founder of The Polished Institute, have dedicated their lives to the service of others.
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company earns national honors for ‘Antigone’
A Detroit Mercy Theatre Company production of Sophocle’s Antigone has been honored at the 2022 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival’s national competition. It is the first Detroit Mercy show since 1978 to receive such recognition.
New Detroit Mercy president Donald Taylor begins tenure
The Donald Taylor era at Detroit Mercy began on Friday, July 1, as the University’s new president received his ID card, moved into his new office in the Student Union and continued to meet new colleagues.
Learn more about Taylor’s vision for the University in an article that was featured in the Spring 2022 edition of Spiritus magazine.
Detroit Mercy service-learning project provides care packs for people in need
For more than six years, Nour Lyon and her husband have been distributing care packs with useful items to members of the unhoused community.
“I always felt helpless walking by homeless people in Detroit or driving around and I thought, ‘what can I have ready to go to give them?’” Lyon ’12, an assistant professor in the Physician Assistant Program, said. “I didn’t always have cash on me, and I thought that this would be something good and beneficial to give them.”
Spring 2022 edition of Spiritus available online
The Spring 2022 edition of Spiritus is now available online!
Sterling silver University of Detroit Mercy rings available
Detroit Mercy, in partnership with Miner’s Den Jewelers, has a special offer available for alumni and friends. Inspired by President Garibaldi, women and men’s sterling silver Detroit Mercy logo rings are available exclusively at Miner’s Den in Royal Oak.
Thank you, President Garibaldi
The University held a dinner on June 17 to celebrate and honor President Antoine M. Garibaldi for his 11 years as leader of the institution. …
President Garibaldi featured in WXYZ Detroit’s Spotlight on the News
On Sunday, June 26, President Antoine M. Garibaldi was featured in WXYZ/Channel 7’s Spotlight on the News program in Detroit. Garibaldi was interviewed by Chuck Stokes, reflecting on his 11 years as leader of the University of Detroit Mercy.
Detroit Metropolitan Airport terminal re-named after alumnus
Next time you’re at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, you’ll notice that the North Terminal has been renamed the Warren Cleage Evans Terminal. Evans, a longtime public servant, is a 1987 graduate of Detroit Mercy and the current Wayne County Executive.
Alumnus expanding TV presence with “Mathis Family Matters”
Detroit native Greg Mathis ’88 is expanding his television presence with a new show, “Mathis Family Matters,” which airs Sunday nights on E!
Lecturer in Economics Joseph Weglarz recently discussed the state of the economy and inflation on the Mildred Gaddis Show, broadcasted on KISS-FM (105.9). Weglarz was …
President Garibaldi featured in Diverse Issues in Higher Education
A recent feature article in Diverse Issues in Higher Education titled “A Heart for Service,” reflects on Dr. Garibaldi’s accomplishments and his plans for the …