Detroit Mercy Night at Pistons game set for March 25
Attend UDM Night on March 25 at Little Caesars Arena as the Detroit Pistons take on the Atlanta Hawks and get a free co-branded Pistons and UDM sweater, included with the cost of the ticket.
OMI two-part faculty workshop explores the joy in teaching, March 25 and 31
Faculty are invited to a two-part workshop hosted by the Office of Mission Integration that explores an important question: What brings joy to the act of teaching? The two-part workshop will take place on March 25 and 31.
Graduate admission workshop dates announced for March and April
Join us in person or virtually at the upcoming graduate admissions workshops on March 19 and 31 and April 14 and learn how to make your graduate applications stand out!
Register for second annual Moot Court competition, deadline March 23
Grab a friend and sign up for the Detroit Mercy Pre-Law Society and Business Law Society’s second annual Moot Court Competition, which takes place on April 2. This is an oral competition open to students of all majors, and no writing is involved. Deadline to sign up is March 23.
Interfaith women’s panel, ‘Rooted in Faith, Rising in Strength,’ set for March 23
Celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month on March 23 with an inspiring evening featuring a panel of women sharing their stories of faith and life. Enjoy light refreshments and a self-care activity table. All are welcome!
UDM students place first and second in ISACA Detroit Chapter Cybersecurity Case Competition
UDM students took first and second place, with freshman team receiving honorable mention, in the ISACA Detroit Chapter Cybersecurity Case Competition in March. Student contestants were Noel Renu, Adam Jamaleddin, Harrison Haviland-Longo, Ali Laho, Jarod Cunningham, Samwell Mchunga, Eyitooni Oladipo, Angel Plamoottii and Shifa Khanom.
Submissions for WGS’ Undergraduate Writing Competition due March 23
All current undergraduate students at Detroit Mercy are encouraged to submit original work for the WGS 2025–26 Undergraduate Writing Competition exploring issues of gender, sexuality and/or feminist thought, with the submission deadline March 23. Prizes in total of $700 will be awarded.
University Ministry outing to Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, March 22
Join University Ministry for a Sunday outing to the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament on March 22, complete with Mass, tour of the Cathedral and brunch afterward.
2026 Phenomenal Woman Award winner Samerah Saad to be honored at March 20 reception
Join the campus community on March 20 for the annual Phenomenal Women’s Reception, honoring this year’s award recipient, Samerah Saad, associate director of Residence Life. The celebration begins at 5 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom and is free and open to all students, faculty and staff.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski will present in three programs at the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Annual Session in March, …
‘Becoming A Better U’ returns March 28
Enjoy a morning of inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops and a complimentary professional headshot at Becoming a Better U, set for Saturday, March 28. Free breakfast will be provided. Please register by March 23.
Triptych virtual author series features poets Ilya Kaminsky & Katie Farris on March 19
Detroit Mercy’s English Department will host poets Ilya Kaminsky & Katie Farris in the third of three Triptych virtual author series on Thursday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Final call: March 17 is the deadline for Celebration of Scholarly Achievement submissions
All UDM students, staff and faculty from all disciplines across all campuses are encouraged to register for an opportunity to display or present their academic achievements, scholarly research and publications, community service, artistic creations and talents at this year’s CSACE symposium. The deadline to register as a presenter is March 17.
Award-winning author Jim Daniels to read at UDM, March 17
This year’s Michigan Author Award winner Jim Daniels will visit the McNichols Campus on March 17 for a reading and conversation about his work, including his newest collection, ‘Late Invocation for Magic: New and Selected Poems.’
Philosophy Department to host scholar Thomas Nail for pair of events, March 18-19
Distinguished speaker Thomas Nail will speak at a pair of Philosophy Department-hosted events on March 18 and 19.
Theatre Company presents one-night TheatreLab reading, March 19
The Detroit Mercy Theatre Company presents five actors, three short plays and one night of a special TheatreLab reading on Thursday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m., in the new Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre. This event is free and open to all.
Pilates classes at Student Fitness Center return March 23
Sculpt Pilates Detroit is returning to the Whitty Student Fitness Center for another four-week session. This low-impact, strength building class begins March 23, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the Group Exercise Room. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.
SACD to hold special preview screening of Resurgo: The Rise from Within, March 18
The SACD will hold a special 45-minute preview screening of the film ‘Resurgo: The Rise from Within’ followed by a discussion, in the Loranger Architecture Building Exhibition Space on Wednesday, April 18. The film offers an immersive look at Detroit’s urban transformation over two decades.
Men’s basketball’s gritty effort comes up short, 66-63, in HL title game
The University of Detroit Mercy men’s basketball team saw its rejuvenated program come up just short of a NCAA bid as the Titans fell to No. 1 Wright State, 66-63, on Tuesday night in the Barbasol Horizon League Men’s Basketball Championship.
Men’s basketball advances to HL Championship game; plays Tuesday on ESPN
Detroit Mercy defeated Robert Morris, 70-64, in Monday’s semifinal and plays Wright State for the Horizon League championship and NCAA Tournament bid 7 p.m. Tuesday in Indianapolis. The game will be televised on ESPN.
Men’s basketball advances to semifinals of Horizon League Championship
The third-seeded Titans will face second-seeded Robert Morris in the Barbasol Horizon League Championship Semifinals on Monday, March 9 at 9:30 p.m. in Indianapolis.
Student spotlight: Biology senior honored with travel award
UDM senior Biology major Mariana Gonzalez Palacios is the recipient of the 2025 Victoria Finnerty Undergraduate Travel Award and will present her research on how multiple mutations affect fruit fly traits at the Annual Drosophila Research Conference this March.
Your voice matters: Take the Healthy Minds Survey, open until March 9
Help make UDM a healthier, more supportive community by completing the 2026 Healthy Minds Survey. Check your email for an invitation to participate, and please complete the survey by Monday, March 9.
Men’s basketball hosts Horizon League playoff game 7 p.m. Wednesday
March Madness is here! After downing Oakland in its regular-season finale Saturday, the Detroit Mercy men’s basketball team hosts a first-round Horizon League playoff game at 7 p.m. Wednesday inside of Calihan Hall. The third-seeded Titans host No. 8 Milwaukee.
Novena of Grace begins March 4 in St. Ignatius Chapel
Take a few moments each day to pray for the graces that God wishes to bestow on us. Join University Ministry to pray the Novena of Grace, March 4 through 12, at 4 p.m. in St. Ignatius Chapel. Students are encouraged to continue the prayer independently over spring break.
Celebrate National Reading Month with Rx for Reading Detroit at Batch Brewing Co.
Celebrate literacy and help expand access to children’s books during National Reading Month through a series of events at Batch Brewing Co. on Thursdays in March.
Dudley Randall Poetry Prize winners announced for 2026
The Department of English is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Dudley Randall Poetry Prize! Eliza Makhdoom earned first place for her poem, “Backrooms.”
She’s the First product drive a huge success for Detroit’s “I Support the Girls”
The Detroit Mercy student organization “She’s the First” recently concluded a product drive benefiting I Support the Girls Detroit, collecting 4,346 essential items for the community, and would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone whose generosity, time and support that made the drive a success.
Stacy Gnall, Michael Lauchlan to lead final CWC of term, March 3
The final gathering of the Creative Writing Collective this semester will take place on Tuesday, March 3, from 5:15-6:30 p.m. in the Briggs Building, Room 205. Poet-in-Residence Stacy Gnall and Senior Adjunct Instructor Michael Lauchlan will lead the conversation. All are invited to attend.
Volunteers needed for summer CHP Youth Exploration Camp in July
CHP is seeking Biology, Pre-Dental, Pre-Med, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physician Assistant, Optometry and Nursing students to volunteer for the Youth Exploration Camps on July 20-24 (middle school session) and July 27-31 (high school session.
Movie night featuring ‘Sister Act’ to air in Mercy Gathering Place, Feb. 28
Settle in for a cozy evening at movie night with University Ministry and Home Away From Home on Feb. 28. Watch the classic comedy ‘Sister Act’ while enjoying free homemade soup, baked goods, hot chocolate and popcorn. All are welcome.
Get your donuts now, support Delta Sigma Theta sorority in ‘Sweets for Sisterhood’ fundraiser, ends Feb. 28
Help Delta Sigma Theta reach their goal of 150 dozen Krispy Kreme donuts purchased in support of sisterhood. Fundraiser ends Feb. 28.
SACD Dichotomy lecture series explores ‘Who is the decolonial urban designer?’ on March 2
The SACD Dichotomy team welcomes Shreya Vadrevu for an engaging lecture that explores post-colonial perspectives in urban design on March 2, at 4:30 p.m., in the Loranger Architecture Building Exhibition Space.
EPIIC Industry-Academic Summit coming to McNichols Campus, Feb. 27
Detroit Mercy will host the 2026 EPIIC Industry‑Academia Summit on Friday, Feb. 27, bringing entrepreneurs together with faculty and resources from four emerging research universities across Michigan to discuss AI, cybersecurity, biomedical innovation, robotics, electrification and mobility. Admission is free.
Nominate worthy alumni for 2026 Spirit Awards until Feb. 28
Detroit Mercy is once again looking for Spirit Award nominations. The Spirit Awards honor alumni achievement at the University. Online nominations for 2026 will be accepted through Feb. 28.
Global business leader Paul Polman to speak at UDM on March 27
Detroit Mercy’s PRIME Center will host world-renowned business thought leader Paul Polman for a talk titled ‘The Case for Net Positive Leadership’ on Friday, March 27, at 11 a.m.
Student Life to host inaugural Winter Arcade on Feb. 26
Take a break from studying, grab your friends and head on over to the Student Union for some fun and snacks at Student Life’s inaugural Winter Arcade on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cook live with Savoy Detroit chef, TENN on Feb. 25
For those looking to sharpen their cooking skills, Detroit Mercy alumna Melba Dearing will hold a live cooking demonstration on Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the Health Professions Facility. Attendees will learn how to transform simple, affordable ingredients into a delicious one-pot meal. All are welcome.
Black Student Union, TENN to hold Jazz Night during BHM, Feb. 25
Enjoy great food, fun games and a live band at Jazz Night, on Feb. 25, in the Fountain Lounge, as part of UDM’s Black History Month events. All are welcome.
Theatre program receives ‘transformational’ estate gift
Theatre students will benefit from a transformative estate gift named for a former student, Geraldine Regal ’94. The contribution comes at a pivotal moment, as the Detroit Mercy Theatre Company celebrates its first season in the new Black Box Theatre, bringing live theatre back to the McNichols Campus.
UDM features Detroit poets Brittany Rogers and Tommye Blount for reading and conversation, Feb. 24
UDM will host an evening of poetry and conversation with Detroit poets, Brittany Rogers and Tommye Blount, on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 6 p.m. Come early for a reception and book signing at 5:30 p.m.
ISO to host Lunar New Year lunch, Feb. 24
All are invited to attend the Lunar New Year lunch on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at noon in the Student Union Fountain Lounge. This event is hosted by ISO.
Black Excellence Tailgate & Greek Night set for Feb. 20
Celebrate Black History Month and game night all in one evening at the Black Excellence Tailgate & Greek Night on Friday, Feb. 20. Enjoy food, community and a drumline-led march into Calihan Hall before the Titans take on Milwaukee, plus a Divine Nine halftime performance.
Explore Detroit’s civil rights landmarks in honor of BHM, Feb. 21
Join us for a free guided tour of the Detroit’s historic civil rights landmarks on Feb. 21 and discover how the past continues to shape our sense of place and identity today. Transportation and a light breakfast and lunch are provided.
Titan men’s lacrosse hosts Jesuit-rival Marquette, Feb. 23
Grab a cup of hot chocolate in Calihan Hall and then head over to Titan Field to cheer on UDM’s men’s lacrosse team as they take on Marquette University on Monday, Feb. 23. The match starts at noon.
‘We are JesuitEducated’ campaign recently released by AJCU
The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU) recently unveiled a new microsite to help celebrate Catholic Schools Week, Jan. 25-31.
NAMI ‘In Our Own Voice’ presentation set for Feb. 19
The CHP and the NAMI Metro Chapter will host Aria Darling on Thursday, Feb. 19, for a presentation from the NAMI ‘In Our Own Voice’ program. Darling, an emergency medicine physician, will share her lived experience with a mental health condition to help promote understanding and reduce stigma surrounding mental health.
Poet Ross Gay featured Feb. 19 for virtual Triptych author series
Detroit Mercy’s English Department will host poet Ross Gay in the second of three Triptych virtual author series on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Student appreciation day at Spirit Store, Feb. 19
All students are invited to Student Appreciation Day at the Spirit Store. Visit the store and enjoy 20% all clothing and gift purchases.
Seniors: Get ready for Commencement at Grad Fair, Feb. 19
Class of 2026, order your graduation regalia, have your graduation photos taken and visit with a number of offices who will be available to you as you navigate your way towards graduation during the Grad Fair, set for Feb. 19 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. in the Lower Level of the Student Union.