Describe 2020 in six words
We all likely have a few choice words to describe 2020 – and that is precisely what we want! All Detroit Mercy students and employees …
University receives Pandora “Best in Class” recognition
Detroit Mercy Marketing & Communications (MarCom) earned the “Best in Class” distinction for higher education marketing from Pandora Radio in its Education Amplified category. Detroit …
University of Detroit Mercy appoints six leaders to Board of Trustees
University of Detroit Mercy recently appointed six industry and religious leaders to the institution’s Board of Trustees. These individuals have made global contributions to their …
Beauty in Solitude: Calligraphy conversation
The Reed Society for the Sacred Arts will host a virtual conversation between Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Detroit calligrapher Nihad Dukhan and University of …
‘Tis the season for giving
As you consider charitable giving during this holiday season, we hope you will include University of Detroit Mercy in your plans. Our campuses are filled …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, Nov. 30
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 …
Titans mourn the loss of former student-athlete, coach Bob Miller
University of Detroit Mercy is in mourning as Bob Miller — a former student-athlete and longtime baseball coach at the University and former Major League …
Call for proposals: W. E. B. Du Bois Symposium on Race
The Science, Technology and Race Learning Community (a ReBUILDetroit program) and the Akoma Center for Pan-Afrikan Research, Self-Determination & Nation-building are accepting proposals for the …
President appears on WXYZ’s Spotlight on the News
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi spoke with WXYZ Editorial and Public Affairs Director Chuck Stokes on Nov. 22 about the recent groundbreaking of the …
Assistant Professor of Biology and National Geographic Explorer Nizar Ibrahim gives his thoughts on how to work in paleontology and what paleontologists do in the …
Happy Thanksgiving, Titans!
Happy Thanksgiving! Detroit Mercy will be closed Nov. 26-27 and reopen Nov. 30. Please stay safe and healthy and be thankful for all of God’s …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, Nov. 20
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 …
Marathon gaming raises funds to help sick children
For Timmy Nelson ’11, playing video games for 24 consecutive hours is all about positively impacting sick and injured children in southeast Michigan. Nelson is …
University breaks ground on McNichols Campus Renovation Project
Community leaders, members of the Detroit Mercy community and news media joined President Antoine M. Garibaldi on Monday, Nov. 16, for the official groundbreaking celebration …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, Nov. 15
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 …
Virtual commencement videos celebrate Titan Class of 2020
University of Detroit Mercy honored the Fall 2019 and Winter and Summer 2020 graduates with three virtual commencement ceremonies, Nov. 15. Watch the ceremonies below …
Empathetic and service-oriented hearts apply for the San Damiano Award
Detroit Mercy students are encouraged to apply for the Franciscan Mission Service San Damiano Servant Leadership Award by Friday, Jan. 22. When St. Francis prayed …
College of Health Professions Interim Dean and McAuley School of Nursing Professor Janet Baiardi received the 2020 Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award from the …
Unveiling Religious Life initiative offers support
Could you be called to religious life as a sister, brother or priest? Want to learn more about what religious life is like today? Unveiling …
Professor of Architecture and Superior for the Detroit Jesuits Gilbert Sunghera, S.J. shares in the spiritual message of gratitude by the Midwest Jesuits.
College of Engineering & Science highlights student research during annual symposium
University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science will highlight research performed by undergraduate and graduate students during its eighth annual symposium, Nov. 19 …
University observes International Education Week with virtual programming
University of Detroit Mercy is observing International Education Week by hosting several virtual events Nov. 16-19. The week starts with a public webinar remembering the …
Director of Center for Cybersecurity & Intelligence Studies Tamara Shoemaker is quoted in a Detroit Free Press article about her efforts to create an early pipeline …
From volunteer to COO of the Michigan Red Cross
Jeffry Bauer ’80 originally took a class with the American Red Cross to get a tenant to stop pestering him. That led to volunteering with …
Davis earns pair of preseason honors
University of Detroit Mercy men’s basketball student-athlete Antoine Davis has earned several preseason honors ahead of the 2020-21 season. The junior guard was named to …
Student Union renovation groundbreaking, Nov. 16
Detroit Mercy will host the groundbreaking for the Student Union Renovation Project on Monday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m on Zoom. The short program will …
2020-21 Mission Micro Grant awards are in
The Mission Micro Grant Evaluation Committee and Assistant to the President for Mission Integration Catherine Punsalan-Manlimos have announced the 2020-21 Mission Micro Grant Awards. Now …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, Nov. 6
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 …
Grit is Greatness: Student Organization Semester Capstone
Traditionally the Student Life Office invites students to participate in the Student Leadership & Service Conference at the beginning of the semester. This year, COVID-19 …
Detroit Mercy Dental Dean’s High 5 – November edition
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: ADEA /FEMA donates KN95 masks …
COVID-19 research project pinpoints operational impact of virus on hospitals and public health agencies
Project offers picture of potential national impact of disease on hospital operations and points to critical need to follow all CDC guidelines Unless the public …
Soroptimist award applications due for eligible students
Each year, Soroptimist offers educational awards to women enrolled in programs beyond high school. All eligible Detroit Mercy students are encouraged to apply for the …
International students webinar: Exploring Detroit
The American Language and Culture Program (ALCP) in the International Services Office serves students who want to develop their English language and cultural skills in …
Destination Detroit: Titans prove to be outstanding NCAA host
For University of Detroit Mercy, receiving a phone call from the NCAA to be the host of a national tournament or championship has become a …
University Ministry Associate University Minister Salena Ibrahim and Associate Professor of Architecture Gilbert Sunghera, S.J. were pictured and quoted in the Detroit Free Press feature, …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, Oct. 30
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 …
Titans announce fan policy for basketball seasons
For health and safety of all student-athletes, coaches, staff and patrons of Calihan Hall, Detroit Mercy Athletics has announced that fans will not be able …
2020 Commitment to Excellence Awards nominations are open
Nominations for the 2020 Commitment to Excellence Awards will be accepted until midnight on Tuesday, Nov. 10. All full-time, non-exempt staff and administrative exempt employees …
Campus Kitchen hosts pumpkin compost drive
Every year after Halloween, more than 1 billion pounds of pumpkins end up in United States landfills. On Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to …
Everyone at Safety Street 2020 had a gourd time
Thank you to all Detroit Mercy student organizations, departments and employees who supported this extra-safe and rain-soaked Safety Street! Curbside and contactless, volunteers distributed more …
Titans Together reminder: Mask Up
There has been a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases throughout the country as well as the Detroit area. University of Detroit Mercy has been fortunate …
Save the virtual date: Employee Christmas Party
University of Detroit Mercy will host a virtual Employee Christmas Party & Colleague Recognition celebration on Friday, Dec. 11 from 3 to 4 p.m. on …
New STEM scholarship offers full undergraduate tuition
The Science and Engineering Equity Development (SEED) scholarship program supports the success of academically talented students with demonstrated financial need in the fields of computer …
Titans Together: COVID-19 data update, Oct. 23
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 …
Election 2020 voter registration and resources available
In the spirit of our diverse faith community, University of Detroit Mercy recognizes that civic engagement is an important value for all and that voting …
Racial and Cultural Barriers to Mental Health: A discussion on relevant issues
Detroit Mercy will host the town hall, “Racial and Cultural Barriers to Mental Health: A discussion on relevant issues,” on Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 7 …
Intramurals are heating up this fall
All students and employees are welcome to participate in our upcoming intramurals. Sign up at imleagues.com/udmercy or on Detroit Mercy Live. Contact Matt Higley at higleyml@udmercy.edu for …
Professor of Theology and Religious Studies Patrick Kelly, S.J. presented the webinar, “Giving the Best of Yourself: The Role of Sport for Life,” part of …
Detroit Mercy Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski and the Shared Governance Task Force recognizes and congratulates McNichols Campus faculty on the …
Winter intersession, academic advising, class schedules and registration
The University will offer six online undergraduate courses in a Winter intersession, Tuesday, Jan. 5 to Friday, Jan. 15, before the Winter 2021 semester begins …