TENN clothing drive for all, March 10-25
Donate, declutter, and make a difference at TENN’s Clothing Drive from March 10-25. Donate new or gently used clothing and have a chance to win a pizza party!
Annual UCA Jesuit Martyrs fundraiser dinner set for April 2
All are invited to learn about contemporary Central America and help to raise funds for an important scholarship on April 2 at the UCA Jesuit Martyrs Fundraiser dinner.
Winter Career and Co-op Fair rescheduled to March 13
Learn about co-op, internship, full-time and volunteer opportunities at the Winter Career and Co-op Fair, which has been rescheduled to March 13 from 12-3 p.m. inside the Student Union Ballroom. Current students and recent UDM graduates of all majors are welcome!
Alpha Sigma Nu to hold ‘Food for Thought’ conversation on March 17
All are invited to join Alpha Sigma Nu for ‘Food for Thought,’ an evening of pizza, camaraderie and conversation with Dean Jocelyn Boryczka to reflect on the mission of the University and help direct our focus during Lent.
Dewitt C. Holbrook Lecture on Social Justice features Simon Tam, March 19
All are welcome to join Detroit Mercy Law for the Dewitt C. Holbrook Lecture on Social Justice on Wednesday, March 19, which provides a forum to address issues on law and policy related to social justice. This year’s lecture features Simon Tam, who will deliver a presentation of storytelling and songs about Matal v. Tam, with his counterpart Joe X. Jiang.
Drag queen bingo set for March 27
The Student Life Office and Detroit Mercy’s Pride Club present Drag Bingo on Thursday, March 27! Bring your positive vibes and participate in food, fun, prizes and a fabulous performance by our drag queen host, Detroit’s drag legend, Sabin!
Reminder: Metz offering $7 meals for employees in TDR
New for the 2024-25 school year, Metz is offering a $7 all-you-can-eat deal for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Titan Dining Room exclusively for Detroit Mercy faculty and staff.
Dudley Randall Poetry Prize winners announced for 2025
The Department of English is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Dudley Randall Poetry Prize! Michelle Gomez-Angeles earned first place for her poem, “The Restless Twin.”
Student architectural design projects from selected for Venice Biennale exhibition
Two student architectural design projects from a collaboration between UDM and Tecnologico de Monterrey were selected to be featured in the prestigious exhibition in May.
CCRI announces Beginners’ Investment 101 summer camp, June 23-27
The Charlton Center for Responsible Investing in the College of Business Administration will hold a FREE Investment 101 Summer Camp the week of June 23-27 to introduce rising junior and senior high school students in metro Detroit to the world of investing.
Ash Wednesday Mass set for noon March 5
Wednesday, March 5 is Ash Wednesday, the first day of the Roman Catholic Church’s celebration of Lent. The University is offering Mass and distribution of ashes at noon in the McNichols Campus’ St. Ignatius Chapel.
Live6 Alliance Annual Report now available
View Live6 Alliance’s first annual report highlighting the key outcomes and impacts of the organization’s work in 2024.
School of Optometry to offer Tuesday tours this spring
This spring, Detroit Mercy’s School of Optometry will begin offering Tuesday tours for prospective students and potential applicants. Tours begin March 18 and will run every-other week through May 13.
Women’s basketball hosts first-round playoff game Tuesday, March 4
The Titans women’s basketball team hosts a first-round contest of the 2025 Barbasol Horizon League Championships 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, taking on No. 11-seeded Milwaukee inside of Calihan Hall.
School of Dentistry Dean Mert N. Aksu and Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski presented at the American College of Legal Medicine …
Mark Montgomery featured in Titans on Leadership webinar, April 2
Attend this webinar and hear how UDM Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Montgomery and Women’s Basketball Coach Kate Achter has navigated the road to success!
Virtual discussion on managing gender inequity in academia set for March 11
Please join the Department of Political Science and the Women’s and Gender Studies Program for an engaging discussion on managing gender inequity in academia on March 11 on Zoom.
CHASS Discover Detroit Series features Pistons basketball night, April 7
Join CHASS for some camaraderie at the next Discover Detroit Series event at the Detroit Pistons Game on April 7. This is a great opportunity for the Detroit Mercy community to build bonds outside the classroom while our home team takes on the Sacramento Kings!
UDM rebranding update
Check out the exciting steps Detroit Mercy has taken in its rebranding work and view its powerful documentary!
CLASA webinar on Lex Innocentium set for March 10
All are invited to attend this free webinar in which Eamon Rafter, an activist and educator for peace and justice, will discuss the movement of Lex Innocentium 21st Century on March 10 at 4 p.m.
Detroit Mercy Law Review Symposium set for March 7
Now in its 109th year, the Detroit Mercy Law Review Symposium titled “From Theory to Practice: Mastering the Art of Effective Legal Advocacy” will take place on Friday, March 7 and will explore how young lawyers can develop the necessary advocacy skills to excel in litigation or transactional practice.
DIY home repair series, March 8-29
Learn how to do basic repairs in four different areas of home improvement at the DIY home repair series set for March 8-29.
CHASS Discover Detroit Series: Detroit Opera, ‘Rinaldo,’ Feb. 28
Make Winter 2025 a season to remember by exploring Detroit’s rich culture, arts and community while connecting with fellow Detroit Mercy students, faculty and staff at the CHASS Discover Detroit Series.
Submit nominations for Student and Greek Life Leadership and Service Awards
Nominations are now open for the Student Leadership and Service Awards and Greek Life Leadership and Service Awards and will be accepted until Friday, March 14!
“A Year in Radical Hospitality” shares tribute to Judy Mouch, RSM
In the latest feature of “A Year in Radical Hospitality,” Lori Glenn shares a personal tribute to Sr, Judy Mouch, a beloved member of our university who exemplified radical hospitality.
Next OMI monthly liturgy, March 19, celebrates Feast of Saint Joseph
All are welcome to join the Office of Mission Integration in an opportunity to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph at the monthly liturgy on March 19.
UDM community invited to complete YuJa Media Library usability survey by Feb. 28
The Detroit Mercy community is invited to complete a survey by Friday, Feb. 28 to gauge awareness and effectiveness of the YuJa Media Library.
Student-directed One Acts: Call out for auditions on March 10
Auditions for student-directed 10-minute one acts will be held on March 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. in Reno Hall, Room 164. No experience is necessary!
Volunteers requested for 2025 Honors Convocation
Detroit Mercy Community, please consider donating your time to volunteer at the Honors Convocation ceremonies and Liturgy on Sunday, March 23 on the McNichols Campus.
Graduate admission workshop series, Feb. 25, March 11 and March 27
Join us at one or all of a series of graduate admission workshops designed to strengthen your application to graduate school!
Becoming A Better U takes place on March 22
Expand your horizons within your professional careers and personal lives at Becoming A Better U, which takes place on March 22 in the Student Union Ballroom.
Rocket Mortgage deals for Detroit Mercy faculty and staff
Check out the Rocket Mortgage deals offer to Detroit Mercy faculty and staff.
Experience the art, craft and science of storytelling with Satori Shakoor, Feb. 25
Have you had a traumatic experience that you have overcome that you’d like to share in order to deliver a clear and powerful message to others? This workshop series provides a platform in the form of storytelling in which to share these stories and move past our trauma.
Get moving at afternoon Zumba class on Feb. 24
Get ready to dance your way to fitness with our energizing Zumba class! This one-hour class combines fun and fitness with easy-to-follow dance moves set to upbeat music.
Second Creative Writing Collective of winter term set for Feb. 26
The second Creative Writing Collective for the winter semester will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. All Detroit Mercy students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends are invited!
Triptych reading series features poet K-Ming Chang on Feb. 27
Detroit Mercy’s Triptych series hosts featured poet K-Ming Chang, Lambda Literary Award winner, on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets available for PGA Tour’s 2025 Rocket Classic
Enjoy watching tournament play at the Rocket Classic from the comfort of a private suite, hosted by the University. Tickets are on sale now!
Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network of Detroit spring luncheon set for March 26
Attend this luncheon on March 26 and hear how Jesuit brothers have been a valuable part of the Society of Jesus since the founding of the order and their role in our Church today.
English Department to host resume readiness workshop for all, Feb. 18
Students, please join this hands-on workshop on Feb. 18 and learn about revising your resume’s content, organization and design in order to make yourself more marketable to future employers.
Virtual Industrial/Organizational Psychology program open house and alumni panel set for Feb. 20
Join us to take the first step in advancing your career in I/O Psychology at a virtual open house and alumni panel on Feb. 20 and learn about this flexible, accelerated program and exciting opportunity.
Titans to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day, Feb. 15
The event features a FREE clinic for girls ages 6-12 includes skills instruction in various sports, a half-time performance and a post-game autograph session, as well as a T-shirt and swag bag. A women’s basketball game follows when the Titans take on Green Bay.
Radical Hospitality featuring SSC canine Bentley
Read the latest feature in the Mission Effectiveness series ‘A Year in Radical Hospitality,’ where Sr. Sarah explains how one of God’s smaller creatures recognizes the sacred in everyone he meets.
Nominate for the Phenomenal Women’s Reception, deadline is Feb. 19
The annual Phenomenal Women’s Reception is an evening dedicated to celebrating the women of the Detroit Mercy who make an impact on our community and empower one another. Please nominate an employee on campus that has made a difference in your life. Nominations close on Feb. 19.
Upcoming online cybersecurity training opportunity for all employees
To help protect our university and safeguard sensitive information, Detroit Mercy is partnering with KnowBe4 to provide all employees with regular cybersecurity awareness training. Please look for an email invitation from KnowBe4 with a training link to complete the online cybersecurity training.
UDM announces two new healthcare programs: Health Sciences and Sports & Exercise Sciences
Starting in fall of 2025, UDM’s College of Health Professions will offer bachelor’s degrees in Health Sciences and Sports & Exercise Sciences.
Professor of Psychology Barry Dauphin and colleague Caleb Siefert of the University of Michigan-Dearborn published an article “From Llama to language: prompt-engineering allows general-purpose artificial …
Help name the STAR Center’s new manikin
Students, the STAR Center needs help picking and selecting a name for the new manikin! The deadline is Friday, Feb. 7 at 8 a.m.
Faith and Freedom tour to celebrate BHM, Feb. 16
Join University Ministry and the African American Studies Program for a Faith in the D event on Feb. 16 where you will attend a Baptist Mass, learn about the Underground Railroad and have lunch in the city!
Senior Lecturer in Decision Sciences Terry L. Howard, who has served on the Board of Directors of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) since …
Writing Center Director and Adjunct Instructor Erin Bell provided a praxis poster titled “Creating Belonging in Asynchronous Online Classrooms” and an online presentation at the …