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 …
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PRIME Center’s sixth speaker series event features Mike Kaufmann, March 12
Detroit Mercy’s Center for Practice & Research in Management & Ethics (PRIME Center) will host Mike Kaufmann, healthcare distribution industry leader and 2023 recipient of the Nexus Award for Lifetime Achievement, in its sixth speaker series event.
CBA alumni week features keynote event with Eric Hespenheide ’75
This free event is set for Thursday, March 20 at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. Refreshments will be available at 5 p.m.
Suzanne Shank headlines CCRI’s speaker series, Nov. 6
The Charlton Center for Responsible Investing will hold its annual speaker series and fireside chat on Wednesday, Nov. 6 inside of the Student Union Ballroom. Registration is now open for the event, which features Suzanne Shank.
Thank you for a successful 2024 Safety Street
The Student Life Office would like to thank the University community for supporting the 35th annual Safety Street event at Detroit Mercy!
EEOC Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal to speak at McNichols Campus on Oct. 23
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal will share her insights on “A Personal and Professional Perspective on Civil Rights” on Oct. 23. Free and open to all, the event is hosted by the Center for Practice and Research in Management and Ethics (PRIME).
Fall career and co-op fair set for Thursday, Oct. 10
At the fair, students will have the opportunity meet with recruiters and network with more than 65 organizations from a variety of industries to learn about full-time employment, graduate school options, co-op and internship positions as well as volunteer opportunities.
Gilbert Garcia to speak at Charlton Center’s Student Visit Day on Oct. 12
Learn about the investment arena and career opportunities in the asset management industry from guest speaker and business leader, Gilbert Garcia, at the Charlton Center’s Student Visit Day on Oct. 12.
Five to be recognized with Business Leadership Awards, Oct. 13
The College of Business Administration annually recognizes exemplary individuals who demonstrate professional success, outstanding contributions to society and embodiment of the Jesuit and Mercy values.
UDM ranks in top 200 U.S. universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges
For a sixth year in a row, University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) was ranked among the top national universities by U.S. News & World Report in its Best Colleges 2025 edition.
SAB’s networking event “The Highs and Lows of Leadership” takes place on Sept. 27
Alumni Asia Rawls from Magna International and Tiquita Bell, an author and entrepreneur, discuss “The Highs and Lows of Leadership” at SAB networking event on Sept. 27.
Entrepreneurship Association’s Second Annual Networking Event on Sept. 28
Students, alumni, community members and entrepreneurs join the Entrepreneurship Association for a keynote panel discussion featuring local entrepreneurs followed by networking, food and refreshments.
Ryan Mack to speak at CCRI finance seminar series, Sept. 5
CNN contributor Ryan Mack, a financial expert and economic commentator, is the first speaker in the Charlton Center for Responsible Investing (CCRI)’s Finance Seminar series for 2024-25, set for Thursday, Sept. 5 at noon in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union.
Charlton Center to host annual Money Matters Camp, July 29-Aug. 2
More than 300 Metro Detroit elementary, middle and high school students, along with volunteers and camp counselors will be at UDM. They will participate in an exciting week of education and fun-filled activities centered on financial literacy, investing, and life skills.
College of Business Administration accreditation extended
The College of Business Administration has received a five-year extension of its accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Detroit Mercy’s CBA has remained fully accredited since 1949, making this the 75th anniversary of its accreditation.
Center for Social Entrepreneurship invests in the community
Detroit Mercy’s Center for Social Entrepreneurship works with local entrepreneurs who want to address social issues and help communities through business.
Class of ’24: Business grad uses empathy to measure success
Nisha Miah’s tumultuous upbringing has led her to a deep sense of empathy for people and has shaped who she is today. When she read University of Detroit Mercy’s mission statement and vision during her college search, she knew it was where she needed to be.
CCRI to host lunch and learn with Sam Weddington, April 11
The Charlton Center for Responsible Investing is hosting Sam Weddington for a lunch and learn on Thursday, April 11 from 12:45-2 p.m. All are welcome to attend! Pizza and pop will be provided.
CBA alumni week keynote event March 20 discusses Artificial Intelligence
The four CBA alumni — Wesley Meier ’10, Asia Rawls ’18, Sam Umachi ’09, ’10 and Jason Vazzano ’00 — will discuss and answer questions about Artificial Intelligence and how it was changed the world as we know it.
Alumnus Bill Priestap to give talk, “An Era of Global Insecurity,” March 13
Detroit Mercy alumnus Bill Priestap, a recognized leader in national security, will give a free talk, “An Era of Global Insecurity,” on Wednesday, March 13 at 5:30 p.m.
Financial literacy series with Ryan Mack set for Feb. 24
The Charlton Center for Responsible Investing in partnership with Trio Student Support Services (SSS) continues its Finance Seminar Webinars on Tuesday, Feb. 24 with a virtual presentation by financial expert, author and renowned public speaker Ryan Mack.
Student business pitch competition awards cash stipends, scholarships
The Michigan Colleges Alliance (MCA) is once again hosting the Campus Community Challenge. Scholarships up to $7,500 will be awarded to winning students/teams that are selected to be included in the final pitch competition. In addition to the opportunity for scholarships, all projects selected for the final competition will net a $250 cash stipend.
Senior Lecturer in Decision Sciences Terry Howard was elected to the board of directors for a three-year term (2024-27) at the Association of College Honor …
Mass for Commerce set for Oct. 25
Join the business and professional community in prayer and fellowship at the 30th annual Mass for Commerce on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. Mass begins at 8 a.m.
Darienne Driver Hudson to speak on leadership at UDM, Oct. 18
The President and CEO of United Way for Southeastern Michigan, Darienne Driver Hudson, is set to speak on “Perspectives on Leadership in Times of Crisis” on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.
Charlton Center Speaker Series continues Oct. 3
Reta Jo Lewis, president and chair of the Export Import Bank (EXIM) of the United States, will be the featured speaker in the Charlton Center for Responsible Investing’s second annual Speaker Series.
The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranks Detroit Mercy among top universities nationally
Detroit Mercy was ranked No. 52 nationally and second in Michigan, according to results released Sept. 6 by WSJ/College Pulse. UDM was the third-highest ranked Jesuit university and only Mercy institution ranked.
Five to receive Business Leadership Awards on Oct. 8
Five College of Business Administration (CBA) graduates and leaders in their professional careers will be honored during the annual Business Leadership Awards, set for Sunday, Oct. 8.
CBA students present at world forum in Spain
College of Business Administration students Caleb Dupuy and Raisa Moborrod presented a paper to the International Association of Jesuit Business Schools at the 28th Annual IAJBS World Forum.
Introducing the recipients of the 2023 Alumni Achievement Awards
Each year, University of Detroit Mercy honors an alumnus from each of its seven schools or colleges for the way they have excelled in their …
Get to know: Kathy Dul Aznavorian ’68, looking out for tomorrow’s Titans
Kathy Dul Aznavorian never envisioned that she would enter the business world when she came to University of Detroit as a mathematics student. But a movie she saw the summer of her freshman year changed her course to Accounting.
Event honors life, work of Fr. Jerry Cavanagh, S.J.
More than 150 people came together on June 3 to celebrate the life of Professor Emeritus Fr. Gerald Cavanagh, S.J. Proceeds from the event will support the new Cavanagh Fund for Ethical Solutions to Social Problems.
Celebration of Fr. Cavanagh set for June 3
Fr. Jerry Cavanagh’s unparalleled life and career as a founder of the field of Business Ethics will be celebrated Saturday, June 3 on the McNichols Campus.
UDM graduate programs rank among best according to U.S. News & World Report
University of Detroit Mercy graduate programs in Engineering, Business, Law, Health Professions and Liberal Arts & Education were once again ranked among the top in the nation in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ edition. This is the fourth consecutive year that Detroit Mercy graduate programs have ranked among the nation’s best.
Assistant Professor of Economics Ablaye Camara presented a paper titled, “U.S. and Allies Response to China’s Offensive in Africa: The Complex Equation of Cooperation and …
Assistant Professor of Economics Ablaye Camara presented a paper entitled, “China’s Going Out Policy in Numbers: Economic Impacts and Political Implications.” The paper, authored by …
Lecturer II in Economics Joseph Weglarz presented a paper entitled, “Advancing Toward a Study Guide to Accompany Rothbard’s Economic Thought Before Adam Smith and Classical …
CBA alumni week features keynote event with Duane Garth ’07
The free event is set for Wednesday, March 15 at 5:30 p.m. inside of the Commerce & Finance Building, in Room 209. Refreshments will be available and students attending the event will be eligible for a raffle prize!
Survey: New student coffee cart business needs your feedback
Detroit Mercy’s Entrepreneurship Association is launching a coffee cart on the McNichols Campus and is looking for feedback from students to provide the best service possible.
CCRI presents a community financial empowerment seminar, Jan. 28
Detroit Mercy’s Charlton Center for Responsible Investing in partnership with Detroit Jesuit High School’s Joe Louis Park & Johnson Community Center presents a Financial Empowerment Seminar featuring Kerry Lacy, regional director at Prudential.
Four CBA students earn top-25 spots in worldwide portfolio challenge
Four Detroit Mercy business students — Jacob Cichon, David Hershman, Aidan Spratt and Liam Spratt — recently placed in the top 25 worldwide in the ETF Global Portfolio Challenge in December.
Chartered Financial Analyst Detroit Society virtual presentation set for Jan. 19
Detroit Mercy’s Charlton Center for Responsible Investing, in partnership with The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Society of Detroit invites all interested students to join a virtual Zoom panel presentation at Noon on Thursday, Jan. 19.
Detroit Mercy Finance professor awarded Fulbright Program fellowship
Omid Sabbaghi, Detroit Mercy professor of Finance and the director of Graduate Business Programs, recently conducted research and taught at Khazar University in Azerbaijan as part of the Fulbright Program.
College of Business Administration Dean Joseph Eisenhauer was recently featured in a WalletHub article about Personal Injury Protection (PIP). The article was published on Nov. …
Detroit Mercy loses beloved Jesuit, Fr. Gerald F. Cavanagh, S.J.
On Nov. 8, the University lost one of its most cherished Jesuits, Fr. Gerald “Jerry” F. Cavanagh, S.J., who died at the Colombiere Center in Clarkston, Mich. He was 91.
College of Business Administration programs earn top national rankings from college ranking organization
The College of Business Administration master’s and MBA programs earned top rankings for 2022, according to the college ranking organization, University HQ. University HQ is …
Business student pitch competition with cash stipends and scholarship awards
The Michigan Colleges Alliance (MCA) is once again hosting the Campus Community Challenge. This challenge pairs student teams with community non-profit organizations to solve community challenges in innovative ways.
Detroit Mercy student takes on New York Fashion Week
Samaiyah Abdur-Rahman reached the pinnacle of her small business career by participating in New York Fashion Week with The Model Experience in Brooklyn, NY.
Alumna, CBA graduate featured in Bloomberg article
Crystal Windham has helped leave her mark on the cars Americans drive and the automotive industry itself. In 2008, she made General Motors history as the first Black woman appointed to serve as a design director.
She credits her Detroit Mercy education for helping shape her career, in a recent Bloomberg article.
PRIME Center to host TrueCar president for presentation
The College of Business Administration’s Center for Practice & Research in Management & Ethics (PRIME Center) will host Mike Darrow, president of TrueCar, for a presentation Thursday, Sept. 15 at 6:40 p.m. in Life Science 113 on the McNichols Campus.