President’s Town Hall set for Jan. 29
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President Taylor shares vision, initiatives during inaugural address
President Donald Taylor was officially inaugurated as the 26th president at University of Detroit Mercy on March 24 and delivered an address to more than 500 people in attendance at Calihan Hall.
Presidential statement on MSU tragedy
A message from Detroit Mercy President Donald B. Taylor in wake of the tragedy at Michigan State University.
McNichols Campus Cleanup Day set for Wednesday, Nov. 9
President Donald B. Taylor invites all to participate in the first biannual McNichols Campus Cleanup on Wednesday, Nov. 9. Come and work together with your Titan colleagues to build community and beautify campus.
New Detroit Mercy president Donald Taylor begins tenure
The Donald Taylor era at Detroit Mercy began on Friday, July 1, as the University’s new president received his ID card, moved into his new office in the Student Union and continued to meet new colleagues.
Learn more about Taylor’s vision for the University in an article that was featured in the Spring 2022 edition of Spiritus magazine.
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 featured in WXYZ Detroit’s Spotlight on the News
On Sunday, June 26, President Antoine M. Garibaldi was featured in WXYZ/Channel 7’s Spotlight on the News program in Detroit. Garibaldi was interviewed by Chuck Stokes, reflecting on his 11 years as leader of the University of Detroit Mercy.
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 …
University of Detroit Mercy announces the appointment of Donald B. Taylor, Ph.D., as the institution’s 26th president
University of Detroit Mercy’s Board of Trustees today announces that Donald B. Taylor, Ph.D., has been named the institution’s 26th president. He succeeds Antoine M. …
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 …
A message from President Garibaldi on Oxford High School shooting
Dear Detroit Mercy Community: I ask you to join me in prayer as we mourn the tragic deaths of the now four Oxford High School students who have died …
Biology freshman eager to achieve dental dreams at Detroit Mercy
Hannah Benford is only a few months into her undergraduate career at University of Detroit Mercy, but already has her eyes set on a bright …
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 …
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 …
President Garibaldi’s remembrance of Sr. Maureen Fay, O.P.
By Antoine M. Garibaldi— President of University of Detroit Mercy On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, students and alumni of University Detroit Mercy, …
Vivere ex Missione winners display leadership, service and scholarship
The Vivere ex Missione awards are presented each year to four graduating students whose time at University of Detroit Mercy was marked by leadership, service and scholarship. …
Mercy President Emerita Sr. Maureen Fay passes away
Detroit Mercy’s President Emerita, Sr. Maureen Fay, O.P., died on May 27 following a long illness. She was 87. Sr. Maureen served Detroit Mercy with …
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 …
Racial Justice Teach-in, May 11
The guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin in the trial of George Floyd’s murder was an important moment of accountability in the long struggle for racial …
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 President statement on Derek Chauvin verdicts
Dear Detroit Mercy Community, The guilty verdicts in the trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of Mr. George Floyd remind us that we live …
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 …
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom He is pleased!” – Luke 2:14 May the timeless message of …
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 …
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 …
University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi will be featured as a panelist in a National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine workshop on …
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 …
Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi was mentioned in a recent letter to Congress by the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU), standing in …
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 …
The death of Mr. George Floyd and a call to action
Dear Members of the University Community: The tragic death of George Floyd in Minneapolis on Memorial Day has preoccupied my thoughts over the last week …