Justin Prinstein ’12 says he still finds it hard to believe the impact his International Stars Baseball Academy has had on underserved children over the last seven years. The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law alumnus created the nonprofit organization in the winter of 2012 to introduce Detroit children …
Several things have to fall into place for a professor to be chosen for a Fulbright Award, and it usually takes several applications. So, University of Detroit Mercy Professor Emeritus Mohan Krishnan was surprised when he was chosen by the international organization this year. But everything just seemed to work …
We may be in the middle of a pandemic, but life goes on. Detroit Mercy’s Marketing & Communications Team is collecting stories of the many inspiring and heartwarming ways our alumni, students and other members of the University community are responding. In the series we are calling “Snapshots of a …
Detroit Mercy student and men’s soccer player Martin Lang, Jr. is featured in The New York Times on the uphill battle facing the Class of 2020: “Martin Lang, Jr., who is set to finish business school at the University of Detroit Mercy in December, got an email last week saying his …
Detroit Mercy Grad Salute launches on Thursday, March 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Union Fountain Lounge with a plethora of information and resources for all graduating Titans. No RSVP is needed. Stop by and gear up for the McNichols Campus Commencement on Saturday, May 9. …
The latest editions of Detroit Mercy’s Economic & Community Impact Report and Fast Facts are now available at the following links: 2019 Detroit Mercy Economic & Community Impact Report 2019 University of Detroit Mercy Fast Facts If you have questions, please contact MarCom at ext. 1254 or email marcom@udmercy.edu.
The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) November 2019 report A First Try at ROI: Ranking 4,500 Colleges shows that 40 years after enrollment, bachelor’s degrees from private colleges have the highest returns on investment. Most importantly, Detroit Mercy is among the top U.S. universities for return …
Detroit Mercy earned an additional honor Feb. 11 with the release of the 2020-21 Military Friendly list of schools that serve veterans and military personnel. This year, Detroit Mercy is recognized as a designated university committed to helping veterans and military personnel achieve success. Now in its tenth year, the …
The Sisters of Mercy are calling all Detroit Mercy students to use video to tell a compelling story of how people in their communities “make mercy real” and live out the Sisters of Mercy’s Critical Concerns. Share and upload a video focusing on one of the following: educating about an …
The 2020 University of Detroit Mercy Alumni Achievement Spirit Awards will recognize seven alumni with outstanding achievements and leadership in their work, and devotion to serve the community. Honorees reflect the University’s mission of excellence and service and bring pride to their alma mater. This year’s awards will be on …
Coverage of the Detroit Mercy’s campaign completion skyrockets and is re-posted in 133 news outlets. The story, “University of Detroit Mercy’s celebration of $100-million campaign ushers in new era of growth and opportunity for institution,” potentially reached 80 million viewers. Top media outlets included Seeking Alpha, MarketWatch, Morningstar and PR Newswire. …
Detroit Mercy celebrates its Alliance Catholic Credit Union branch grand opening on Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Fountain Lounge. Hors ‘oeuvres and light refreshments will be served. Attendees will also receive a free gift. All are welcome to attend!
Recent charitable grants totaling more than half a million dollars will support scholarships, programs, faculty research and community outreach at University of Detroit Mercy. The two largest grants, totaling $420,000, were made by the Kresge Foundation to the Detroit Collaborative Design Center (DCDC), a nonprofit architecture and urban design firm …
On Dec. 14, Detroit Mercy celebrated the institution’s record-breaking $100-million campaign and began a new phase of growth for the next decade with a strong momentum. Detroit Mercy’s Build a Boundless Future: The Campaign for University of Detroit Mercy has exceeded the goal and surpassed $111 million in commitments, with …
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company‘s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” written by William Shakespeare and directed by Outreach & Audience Development Coordinator Damian Torres-Botello, S.J. is coming Jan. 30, 31, Feb. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 and 9, 2020. Witness a world transformed into a place of magic, laughter and healing, as …
Detroit Mercy students and faculty explored using models to solve differential equations during a recent educational workshop, hosted by Professor of Mathematics Xiaohui (Kathy) Zhong. The talk, titled “Bringing Models to Math Classes,” is part of Detroit Mercy’s Department of Mathematics Research Colloquium Series, which aims to blend pioneering research …
Pope Francis’ encyclical “Laudato Si” challenges “the myth that we have unlimited resources and we can continue unbounded growth” and was the subject of a talk by Detroit Mercy Professor Gerald F. Cavanagh, S.J. in November. He spoke at the meeting of Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network of Detroit, which …
A few weeks ago we asked our alumni to let us know what they received from Detroit Mercy that they are thankful for. Printed below are several responses we hope remind you of the importance of being thankful. Happy Thanksgiving to all alumni of University of Detroit, Mercy College of …
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company has been nominated 23 times in 17 categories in the 2019 Broadway World Detroit Awards for productions during Season 48. Students, faculty and professional artistic associates have been given an awards nod: now it is your turn! Vote today to help bring some awards home; voting …
The Mission Micro Grant Evaluation Committee and Assistant to the President for Mission Integration Catherine Punsalan-Manlimos have announced the 2019-20 Mission Micro Grant Awards. Now in its twelfth year, the Mission Micro Grant Program awards annual grants of up to $200 to any full- or part-time Detroit Mercy faculty or …
Update: Tickets are sold out. Stay tuned for a photo album from the event! The Student Life Office has a limited number of $20 tickets available for Detroit Mercy Night at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Tickets are now available for students or employees. Each person may purchase a …
Detroit Mercy’s Department of Athletics, in partnership with the Kalasho Empowerment of Young Scholars (KEYS) and INVEST Roosevelt Alternative High School, will unite in giving away 500 free Thanksgiving turkeys to Detroit area residents. This special holiday event takes place Thursday, Nov. 21 at Calihan Hall from 10 a.m. to …
Alumni and current students often tell us how thankful they are they chose University of Detroit, Mercy College of Detroit or University of Detroit Mercy to earn their degree. They point to their career that had its start on one of our campuses. They tell us how Jesuit and Mercy …
Marketing & Communications is able to provide editorial services through requests submitted on the MarCom communications review request form. All requests are welcome and must abide by the following guidelines: The official style for Detroit Mercy communications is the Associated Press, current edition. Requests for editing must provide a minimum …
If you need a photographer for an event, MarCom can help. The department will reach out to its contracted photographer with at least one week of lead time. If available, this job will be paid by MarCom. However, if the contractor is unavailable, MarCom can locate another photographer for the …
Students from Xavier University visited Eastern Market, urban farms and food businesses, helped deliver fresh produce to senior citizens and learned about composting during a three-day immersive learning experience in Detroit, hosted by Detroit Mercy, in early October. The food justice program was part of an honors course through Xavier’s …
Many Michiganders may see the budget battle going on in Lansing as political gamesmanship. But the fallout of cutting funding to many important programs will be very real for Detroit Mercy’s programming, students and the community, says University President Antoine M. Garibaldi in an oped piece printed in the Detroit …
Well, not actual fake news…but news nonetheless. If you receive contact from a reporter in the media and they are not looking to interview you, please direct them to MarCom. The office works with the media on a daily basis and we are happy to respond to all media inquiries. …
In 2016, the University invested heavily in a scientific marketing research study and brand development effort. Along with this new brand came a set of brand standards and guidelines (aka, identity guidelines) that MarCom is charged with upholding. However, it takes a village to ensure that a brand gains traction. …
Urban planners, designers, philosophers and other academics from around the world will visit Detroit when University of Detroit Mercy hosts “Philosophy of the City,” a global conference that examines cities through a variety of philosophical themes, on Oct. 3-5. Detroit Mercy’s School of Architecture and Department of Philosophy are sponsoring …
Applicants are invited to experience academic life at University of Detroit Mercy from an insider’s point of view, Sept. 30 to Nov. 1. If you know a prospective student interested in shadowing a current Titan for a day, visit our website or text TITAN to 313-550-9422. Titan for a Day …
Individuals and departments requesting services from Marketing & Communications (MarCom) will now be required to complete an approval form when project is complete. This new process helps the department track the review of materials and ensures that all information is correct according to the individual and department requesting the project. …
If you’re currently looking to have a flyer designed for an event or other initiative, wait! Check with Marketing & Communications first. We have pre-designed, brand-approved flyers and posters available online. If you are in need of a custom design, however, visit our request page and complete the form. Be …
University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate Homecoming 2019 on Sept. 20-21. Join the Fall Festival-themed festivities as you reconnect with the University through two exciting days filled with food, fun and celebrations. Attendees will enjoy several exciting activities, including zip lining, casino games, carnival games benefiting Detroit Mercy student groups …
The Mission Micro Grant Program is now accepting applications for the 2019-20 program. Applications can be downloaded here and are due Wednesday, Oct. 16 to Rosemary Weatherston, Mission Micro Grant Program Director, at weatherr@udmercy.edu. A Mission Micro Grant is a grant of between $50 and $200 that can be awarded …
For 18 consecutive years, Detroit Mercy has achieved top tier rankings for Midwest Best Regional Universities in the U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” edition. This year, based on changes instituted by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, Detroit Mercy is now ranked with the top national universities. Detroit Mercy …
This spring, architecture students, professors, and volunteers associated with the School of Architecture and Volterra-Detroit Foundation were offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Volterra, Italy, to help digitally archive the first ancient amphitheater discovery in Europe in 150 years. 13 particiapnts settled into the Etruscan-era town to digitally scan …
For the first time in nearly 55 years, University of Detroit Mercy’s outdoor varsity athletic teams will play home contests under lights. Detroit Mercy today announced the installation of permanent lighting at Titan Field, located in the northeast corner of the University’s McNichols Campus. The lights — four poles each …
Detroit Mercy has made a significant jump in The Wall Street Journal’s (WSJ) 2020 Times Higher Education (THE) college rankings that were released Sept. 4. The University is ranked among the top 20% of all U.S. universities. The WSJ/THE ranked Detroit Mercy 172 out of almost 1,000 schools in the U.S. It …
Welcome to the fall 2019 term! MarCom hopes everyone had an enjoyable summer and you’re ready to get down to business. This semester, if you’re interested in marketing a program, event, initiative or activity, your first step is to visit the MarCom website. This site provides guidelines, policies and insight …
Detroit Mercy is thrilled to welcome our new and returning students to our three campuses for the fall semester 2019! On Aug. 20, hundreds of freshmen moved into the dorms on the McNichols Campus and officially began their academic careers as our newest Titans! Dr. Antoine Garibaldi, president of the …
Detroit Mercy Titan Athletics will host the first Round Ball Luncheon of the 2019-2020 season on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at noon in Calihan Hall’s Ed & Brooks Room. Athletic Director Robert Vowels will provide a department update along with team previews from several of our coaches. If you would like …
Detroit Mercy will host a screening of the film, “It Follows,” on Friday, Sept. 6 at 8 p.m. in Room 120 of the Engineering Building. Admission is free and open to all University students, employees and friends. More details can be found online.
University of Detroit Mercy and Wayne State University’s ReBUILDetroit program recently received a renewal grant of more than $19 million over five years from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The ReBUILDetroit program works to encourage undergraduate students from underrepresented or economically disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue careers in biomedical research. …
On Thursday, July 25, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, in partnership with the Michigan Supreme Court and the Michigan State Bar Foundation, launched Project Access, a traveling expungement clinic that will visit several rural counties helping people to expunge their criminal records. The kickoff press conference was held …
The Sahara Desert is one of the most remote places on Earth for a reason: it’s unbearably hot, there’s virtually no rainfall and the high position of the sun makes for extremely long days. Three University of Detroit Mercy students and a 2019 Detroit Mercy graduate are willing to endure …
Detroit Mercy has appointed Catherine Punsalan-Manlimos, Ph.D., to the position of assistant to the president for mission integration. She will begin her new role Aug. 26. In this position, Punsalan-Manlimos will continue to reinforce the importance of Detroit Mercy’s Catholic, Mercy and Jesuit identity with students, faculty, staff and alumni. …
Whether you were outside grilling and watching the rockets red glare, or inside binging season 3 of Stranger Things, we hope you had an awesome Fourth of July weekend, Titans!
The Rocket Mortgage Classic made history this weekend as the first PGA Tour held in the city of Detroit. Detroit Mercy set up on the 10th hole at the Detroit Golf Club and watched 156 of the world’s top players competing for a $7.3 million purse over four days of …
A new agreement with Michigan State University (MSU) College of Human Medicine will provide positions for Detroit Mercy students at MSU’s medical school. Officials of Detroit Mercy, MSU College of Human Medicine and University partners in medical education programs came together June 25 to sign this agreement at Ascension Providence …
