Professor of History Roy E. Finkenbine was interviewed by CBC Radio about Indigenous connections to the Underground Railroad. The program aired on June 13. Read excerpts …
Detroit Mercy Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski recently presented at two events. On May 25, Zarkowski presented Professionalism: Lessons from the …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, June 11
University of Detroit Mercy is posting current and cumulative cases of COVID-19 on the Titans Together page. These figures will be updated weekly and each …
From defendant to attorney, Martell makes most of second chance
Edward Martell was back in Wayne County Circuit Judge Bruce Morrow’s courtroom. The same courtroom where his life changed in 2005, when he was facing …
Detroit Mercy to require COVID-19 vaccine for fall 2021
A message from University President Antoine M. Garibaldi Detroit Mercy thanks the University community and our metro Detroit neighbors for their resilience over the last …
Student Spotlight: Mike Doryen
Our Student Spotlight shines on international student and 2021 graduate Mike Doryen! Hometown: Monrovia, Liberia Year & Major: 2021 graduate, Master of Business Administration and …
Riverfront Campus welcomes The Big Salad
After undergoing major construction in 2020, the Riverfront Campus has transformed its former Riverfront Cafe into The Big Salad! Detroit Mercy Law welcomes delicious salads …
Associate Professor of Architecture Claudia Bernasconi led the design and implementation of what became the largest conference in the Environmental Design and Research Association’s 52 …
Volunteers needed to support campus garden and produce deliveries
Do you enjoy gardening, being outside and meeting new people? The Titan Equity Nourish Network (Formerly Campus Kitchen) is looking for faculty, staff and student …
Professor of History Roy E. Finkenbine gave two plenary talks as part of a virtual conference on “Nineteenth-Century America: Fiends, Fugitives, and Friends,” June 2, The …
Live6 Alliance virtual community meeting, June 9
The Live6 Alliance invites the Detroit Mercy community to its next virtual community meeting on Wednesday, June 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. Join the …
Juneteenth Celebration
The School of Dentistry celebrates Juneteenth this month with a health walk and potluck cookout. Juneteenth, or June 19, is the historic holiday which marks …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, June 4
University of Detroit Mercy is posting current and cumulative cases of COVID-19 on the Titans Together page. These figures will be updated weekly and each …
Enjoy a tasty food truck lunch this summer
Beginning Tuesday, June 8 through August, University of Detroit Mercy will host local food trucks each Tuesday in Sacred Heart Square from 11 a.m. to …
Professor of History Roy E. Finkenbine presented the paper, “William Swan among the Greensky Indians,” at the virtual Midwestern History Conference, May 26. The paper told …
President Garibaldi’s remembrance of Sr. Maureen Fay, O.P.
By Antoine M. Garibaldi— President of University of Detroit Mercy On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, students and alumni of University Detroit Mercy, …
Vivere ex Missione winners display leadership, service and scholarship
The Vivere ex Missione awards are presented each year to four graduating students whose time at University of Detroit Mercy was marked by leadership, service and scholarship. …
Gutiérrez Navarro earns Michigan Sea Grant internship
Cynthia Gutiérrez Navarro has only been at the University of Detroit Mercy for a short time, but her resume is growing quicker than some of …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, May 28
University of Detroit Mercy is posting current and cumulative cases of COVID-19 on the Titans Together page. These figures will be updated weekly and each …
Mercy President Emerita Sr. Maureen Fay passes away
Detroit Mercy’s President Emerita, Sr. Maureen Fay, O.P., died on May 27 following a long illness. She was 87. Sr. Maureen served Detroit Mercy with …
Winners announced for Detroit Mercy Time Capsule item competition
Pamela Zarkowski, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, announced the winners of the recent Detroit Mercy Time Capsule items competition. There were over 80 …
Mechanical Engineering professor finds beauty, renown with calligraphy
Since his childhood in Gaza, calligraphy has held a special place in Nihad Dukhan’s heart. From his self-taught beginnings — participating in competitions with middle school classmates and …
Student Spotlight: Jennifer Lafon
On behalf of Alumni Relations, our Student Spotlight shines on senior Jennifer Lafon! Jennifer is a wonderful co-worker and the kind of person everyone hopes …
McNichols Campus Renovation Project updates
Construction crew and cranes continue to make major strides in the McNichols Campus Renovation Project over the summer! The project starts with this renovation and …
Student Success Center open for summer hours
Need some assistance in your summer classes? Looking for a quiet and supportive place to study? Stop by the Student Success Center on the third …
Round Two: Grants available for service-learning projects
Due to the generosity of the Ford Motor Company Fund, Detroit Mercy is able to offer a second round of the Ford Community Corps Partnerships …
Professor of History Roy E. Finkenbine presented as part of a national webinar to promote International Underground Railroad Month, May 19. The webinar was co-sponsored …
Commitment to Justice in Jesuit Higher Education Virtual Conference
The Office of Mission Integration invites the Detroit Mercy community to join the Commitment to Justice in Jesuit Higher Education virtual conference in June. This …
UDMPU Contract Signing
The new University of Detroit Mercy Professors’ Union (UDMPU) faculty contract was signed on May 13. This contract will extend through May 2026. Members of …
Many ways to lead and serve
The Institute for Leadership and Service has many opportunities for students, faculty, staff, administrators and alumni to lead and serve in the community. Throughout the …
Student Spotlight: Emily Forth
On behalf of the Student Life Office, recommended by Assistant Director of Student Life Elizabeth Mazorowicz, our Student Spotlight shines on senior Emily Forth! Within …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, May 21
University of Detroit Mercy is posting current and cumulative cases of COVID-19 on the Titans Together page. These figures will be updated weekly and each …
Detroit Mercy celebrates the Titan Class of 2021
That’s a wrap! University of Detroit Mercy honored the Fall 2020 and Winter and Summer 2021 graduates with virtual commencement ceremonies, May 14-15. The University …
A Message to the Detroit Mercy community
On May 10, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a milestone in the vaccination effort for Michigan, allowing for a return to in-person work across all sectors …
Student Spotlight: Nathan Wodwaski
On behalf of the Student Alumni Leadership Council and Alumni Relations, our Student Spotlight shines on senior Nathan Wodwaski! Wodwaski was a key player and …
Detroit Mercy Dental Dean’s High 5 – May 2021
The latest issue of the Dean’s High 5 from Detroit Mercy Dental’s newsletter, Impressions, is now available online. This edition’s headlines include: Professor Chand discusses cannabis …
Get the COVID-19 vaccine and bring Titans Together
Members of the Detroit Mercy community explain why they got their COVID-19 vaccine. “Taking Your Shot” will bring #TitansTogether faster. Find more information on Titans …
Student Spotlight: Jordan E. Todd
Our Student Spotlight shines on senior and TRiO Upward Bound student Jordan E. Todd! Todd graduates from the College of Liberal Arts & Education with …
Professor of English Nick Rombes‘ book, 10/40/70: Constraint as Liberation in the Era of Digital Film Theory, has been translated into Turkish and published by Yort Kitap …
Summer 2021 ITS Technology Training Schedule
The ITS Department will offer the following technology training sessions during the summer months. Attend any session that is of interest to you. For each …
Conversation on community care: AAPI Culture Hour, May 20
In honor of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, the Detroit Mercy Dental Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host an AAPI Culture Hour on Thursday, May …
Basic Accessibility Fundamentals Bootcamp
In celebration of this year’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Deque is offering free training of its basic accessibility fundamentals bootcamp on Thursday, May 20 …
Student Spotlight: Sebastian Carlesso
On behalf of the Student Alumni Leadership Council and Alumni Relations, our Student Spotlight shines on senior Sebastian Carlesso! Carlesso radiates positive energy and is …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, May 14
University of Detroit Mercy is posting current and cumulative cases of COVID-19 on the Titans Together page. These figures will be updated weekly and each …
Student Spotlight: DiaMond Sewell
On behalf of the Institute for Leadership and Service, our Student Spotlight shines on senior DiaMond Sewell! Sewell has been instrumental in the creation of …
Valedictorian realizes dreams at Detroit Mercy
As a child, Nurzahan Rahman dreamed of being her school’s valedictorian. Through her hard work in the classroom, dedication to giving back and willingness to …
Student Spotlight: Brendan Magolan
On behalf of the Student Alumni Leadership Council and Alumni Relations, our Student Spotlight shines on senior Brendan Magolan! Magolan started his involvement in SALC …
Summer at The Writing Center
The Writing Center (TWC) is open for online appointments between May 10-Aug 12. (TWC) is fully staffed four days a week for online writing consultations. …
Political Science graduate finds his purpose on McNichols Campus
This series of stories celebrates the achievements of standout students in University of Detroit Mercy’s Class of 2021. Dalonzo Curges knew he belonged at University …
USC Election Cybersecurity Initiative Regional Conference, May 20
Detroit Mercy community members have a special opportunity to engage in the USC Election Cybersecurity Initiative on Thursday, May 20 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. …