Antoine M. Garibaldi, president emeritus and distinguished university professor, was recently honored with the 2026 Distinguished Warriors award from the Urban League of Detroit & …
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President Emeritus and Distinguished University Professor Antoine M. Garibaldi and Live6 Alliance Director Caitlin Murphy ’17 appeared on the first half of WXYZ Channel 7’s …
President Emeritus and Distinguished University Professor Antoine M. Garibaldi was a presenter at the Association of Governing Boards’ National Conference on Trustees this spring in …
President Emeritus and Distinguished University Professor Antoine M. Garibaldi delivered the Aims of Education Address at Georgetown University’s Faculty Convocation on Oct. 30. The ceremony …
President Emeritus and Distinguished University Professor Antoine M. Garibaldi co-authored a recent article in a special issue of The Journal of Negro Education, titled “Reviving the …
President Emeritus and Distinguished Professor Antoine Garibaldi is the lead author of a chapter in an April-released book, Higher Education in a Changing World. The …
UDM President Emeritus elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Antoine M. Garibaldi was recently elected as a new fellow to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
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 is featured on the Paul W. Smith show
President Garibaldi is featured on the Paul W. Smith show and talks to Paul about his plans for the future. Listen to the episode here.
President Garibaldi speaks at the University of Houston – Downtown
President Antoine M. Garibaldi had the honor of speaking last month at the University of Houston – Downtown presidential investiture of Loren J. Blanchard, a …
President Garibaldi featured in interview with Black Catholic Messenger
In the interview with BCM co-founder Nate Tinner-Williams, Garibaldi discusses his presidency, faith, his academia career and his plans for the future following stepping down as leader of the University.
Celebration of President Garibaldi, April 27
You are cordially invited to an ice cream social and celebration for President Antoine M. Garibaldi on Wednesday, April 27 from 1-3 p.m. in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union.
Publication celebrates President Garibaldi’s legacy
In April, Detroit Mercy published a special publication titled Catalyst for Transformation, which honors Antoine M. Garibaldi‘s 11 years as president of the University. As the institution’s …
President Garibaldi announced as new Visit Detroit Chairman of the Board
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi was announced as the new chairman of the Board of Directors for Visit Detroit on Feb. 8. Dr. Garibaldi …
President Garibaldi, Deacon Sanders highlight Black Catholic History Month lecture
University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi, along with Deacon Hubert Sanders of the Archdiocese of Detroit, were the featured speakers at the inaugural …
President Garibaldi speaks at Dollars for Scholars event
President Antoine M. Garibaldi helped open the ninth annual Celebration Luncheon for the Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars organization, which was held at the Student …
ACE fellow joins Detroit Mercy family
A fellow participating in a prestigious American Council on Education program is working with Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi to observe and learn lessons …
Live6Alliance featured in CBS “Eye on Detroit” segment
The Live6Alliance was recently featured in a CBS 62 “Eye on Detroit” segment, which was posted to their website on Feb. 11. Live6Alliance’s mission is …
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
“Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.” James …
President Garibaldi featured in podcast on ReBUILDetroit
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi was recently featured on the podcast, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Film, Video, and Podcast,” a new podcast series …
Detroit Mercy appoints new member to Board of Trustees
Detroit Mercy is pleased to announce the appointment of Sr. Helen Marie Burns, RSM, to the University’s board of trustees. Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. …
SGA to host town hall with University leadership, Nov. 18
Detroit Mercy students and staff are invited to attend a town hall event with University leadership, hosted by the Student Government Association, on Thursday, Nov. …
President Garibaldi to give inaugural Black Catholic History Month lecture
University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi will deliver a presentation titled “Detroit’s Special Place in Black Catholic History” at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. …
New brand and identity for the School of Architecture – a message from President Garibaldi
Dear Colleagues and Students: Over the past year, the School of Architecture engaged in a rebranding process with a special focus on the school’s mission-driven, …
President Garibaldi reflects on General Colin Powell’s passing
On Tuesday, Oct. 19, Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi was interviewed on the Paul W. Smith show on WJR 760 AM about his relationship …
President Garibaldi talks decision to conclude presidency, University’s accomplishments on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi appeared on WDET’s Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson on Oct. 11, where he discussed the decision to conclude his …
President Garibaldi helps unveil Live6 Alliance work in ribbon-cutting ceremony
President Antoine M. Garibaldi helped celebrate the grand opening of the revamped McNichols and 6 Mile streetscape just outside of the headquarters of the Live6 …
Detroit Mercy ranks among top U.S. Universities in Wall Street Journal’s/THE 2022 Times rankings
Detroit Mercy has once again ranked among the top universities nationwide in The Wall Street Journal’s (WSJ) 2022 Times Higher Education (THE) college rankings that …
Garibaldi’s presidency, impact on Detroit celebrated in op-ed by Kresge Foundation president, CEO
Rip Rapson, president and CEO of The Kresge Foundation, celebrates Antoine M. Garibaldi’s presidency at Detroit Mercy and reflects on his impact in the community …
President Antoine M. Garibaldi says he will conclude presidency in June 2022
The following is a letter to the Detroit Mercy community from President Antoine M. Garibaldi. Dear University of Detroit Mercy Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumni: …
Reinstatement of mask mandate — a message from Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D.
Dear Detroit Mercy Community, On Aug. 5, University of Detroit Mercy reinstated mandatory mask usage indoors on all Detroit Mercy campuses, regardless of one’s vaccination …
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 …
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 …
Presidents must lead in accreditation process, Garibaldi says in editorial
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi has authored an editorial about the role of university presidents in the accreditation process for the Council for Higher …
President appears on Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce’s “Celebrating Diverse Voices” webinar
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi participated in the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Town Hall presentation “Celebrating Diverse Voices” on April 28. During his …
President Garibaldi participates in Celebrating Diverse Voices Town Hall, April 28
University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi will discuss how creating equitable access to higher education opportunities can impact communities during Celebrating Diverse Voices …
Detroit Mercy statement on Atlanta Attacks
A message from University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi Dear Detroit Mercy Community: This week’s fatal shootings of eight people in the Atlanta …
Detroit Mercy President remembers his friend, Vernon Jordan
Vernon E Jordan Jr., a major African American leader, who passed away at the age of 85 earlier this month, deserves more than just a …
President speaks at Alpha Phi Alpha Eta Xi chapter 50th anniversary
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi spoke at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Eta Xi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Feb. 20. …
Detroit Mercy president and AJCU leaders speak out on Capitol Hill violence
“Like many of you, I watched yesterday’s troubling events in Washington with deep concern, first, for our democracy, but also for the safety and health …
President appears on WDET’s American Black Journal
University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi was a featured guest on Detroit Public Television’s “American Black Journal” on Sunday, Jan. 10. Garibaldi and …
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 …
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi is featured in Detroit Free Press article, “Avenue of Fashion retailers see drop in sales, newer businesses struggle to …
Several restaurants on the Avenue of Fashion, the stretch of Livernois Avenue just north of Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus, now feature outdoor seating, allowing them …
Virtual President’s Convocation for all employees
University of Detroit Mercy faculty, staff and administrators from all three campuses were invited on Zoom to the virtual President’s Convocation, Aug. 17. New colleagues …
AJCU celebrates 50 years of supporting Jesuit higher education
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi and other leaders at AJCU colleges and universities highlight the impact of Jesuit education in a powerful video celebrating …
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi was recently elected to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) Board of Directors effective July 1. CHEA is …
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi attended the first solemn Mass led by Adam Nowak ’13 at St. Cyprian Church in Riverview. Nowak was ordained …
President Garibaldi shares annual lunch with freshmen
Each February, Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi hosts a luncheon with approximately 15 to 20 freshmen as a way to find out why students …