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Faculty and staff volunteers needed for PTV service days, Aug. 26-27
Faculty and staff volunteers are needed for PTV service days on Aug. 26 and 27. Help welcome and introduce new students to Detroit Mercy’s mission.
School of Dentistry serves more than 400 patients during Jamaica mission trip
Students and faculty from Detroit Mercy’s School of Dentistry spent their spring break in March providing critical dental care to underserved communities in Jamaica.
Faculty and staff needed for reimagined PTV, Aug. 26-27
We’re reimagining the community engagement portion of PTV, similar to the Immersion Day model used by University Ministry, to connect incoming students with Detroit and its community organizations. Faculty and staff are needed to accompany students at PTV, Aug. 26-27. Mission Leave is available.
Volunteers needed for Rocket Classic PGA Tour, July 29-Aug. 2
Volunteer registration for the 2026 Rocket Classic PGA Tour is now open. The tournament takes place July 29 through Aug. 2 at the Detroit Golf Club. UDM students interested in being part of this unique experience are welcome to register.
Earn service hours at planting day, set for April 11
Earn three service hours and learn about the importance of our TENN garden for food access, sustainability and community building.
Student tutors needed for Titans Scholars Literacy Program
UDM students can make a difference through the Titan Scholars Literacy Program where tutors are needed to support elementary learners at Detroit area schools through meaningful service aligned with UDM’s mission and core values.
Service in the City returns for winter semester, signup deadline extended to Jan. 29
Service in the City returns for winter 2026. UDM students students can earn 10-plus service hours program and participate in formation opportunities that deepen understanding of community engagement. The deadline to sign up is Jan. 29.
Upcoming application deadline for civil rights service immersion trip, Jan. 21
Apply now for University Ministry’s Spring Break Service Immersion Trip to Montgomery, Ala., March 7–13! Learn about the rich history of the area and current-day civil rights issues. Deadline to apply: Jan. 21. All students welcome!
Upcoming application deadline for Appalachia service immersion trip, Jan. 21
Apply now for University Ministry’s Spring Break Service Immersion Trip to the Appalachian Mountains, March 7–13. Experience community, service and sustainability while staying at Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center in in Washburn, Tenn. Deadline to apply is Jan. 21. All students are welcome.
Celebrate MLK Day with service immersion in Highland Park, Jan. 19
All students are invited to honor Dr. King’s legacy by serving the community on Monday, January 19. Meet at Mercy Gathering Place in Shiple Hall at 9:30 a.m. to prepare winter kits for seniors in Highland Park. Free breakfast at 9 a.m. Lunch and transportation provided.
Shop at Kroger and support students on service immersion trips
Every time you shop at Kroger, you can help send a student on an immersion trip. Kroger donates to the service immersion fund every time you shop, making trips more affordable for students.
Accompany new Titans on half-day service, Aug. 20-21
Detroit Mercy’s Institute for Leadership and Service invites all UDM faculty and staff to consider accompanying incoming first-year McNichols Campus students in the half-day of service that they do as part of their orientation program (PTV).
University Ministry launches blog highlighting student reflections on service immersion
Read the new blog recently launched by University Ministry where students reflect on service immersion experiences, which are a key part of the transformative Mercy and Jesuit education at UDM. In the first blog, Tevon Conrad reflects on his spring break trip to Montgomery, Ala., a historic hub for both slavery and the Civil Rights Movement.
Community Engaged Learning (CEL) proposal workshop set for Feb. 7
Those interested in submitting a proposal for a CEL course or just interested in learning more about Community Engaged Learning are invited to attend this CEL proposal workshop on Feb. 7.
Intersectional Immersion Day offers service experience for students, Jan. 20
Join us for a day of service, education, and reflection on issues of gender, race, immigration, employment and housing. All students of faith or non-faith are welcome!
Titans needed to deliver fresh produce with TENN
Join TENN in delivering fresh produce and smiles to our neighbors, while earning service hours!
University Ministry offers service immersion day for students, Nov. 15
Students are invited to our third monthly Immersion Day on Nov. 15 where they will spend the afternoon engaged in a service project in the community.
Volunteer for TENN’s Fall Garden Service Days in October
Winter is coming! Sign up for TENN’s garden days and earn service hours while helping prepare their garden for the coming cold months.
Community Engaged Learning (CEL) proposal workshop set for Oct. 8
The deadline of Friday, Oct. 11 is just one week away for submitting a proposal needed in order to have your course listed with a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) attribute in the 2025 Winter Term.
All students welcome for Food Justice Immersion Day, Oct. 8
Students are invited to join University Ministry, in partnership with TENN, for a day of learning about food access, sustainability and urban farms in the city of Detroit. Through the lens of our mission and identity as Jesuit and Mercy, we will reflect on a faith that does justice.
Employees invited to accompany new students during PTV service days
All Detroit Mercy employees are invited to consider accompanying incoming first-year McNichols Campus students in the half-day of service that they do as part of PTV on Wednesday, Aug. 21 and/or Thursday, Aug. 22.
Ecumenical worship service, Feb. 20
An ecumenical service will be held Sunday, Feb. 20 at 4 p.m. in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union on the McNichols Campus. All …
Volunteer at SNA Blood Drive, Nov. 23
Earn service hours and help out by volunteering at a Student Nurse Association (SNA) Blood Drive on Tuesday, Nov. 23. Volunteer opportunities are between 11 …
Volunteers needed to support campus garden and produce deliveries
Do you enjoy gardening, being outside and meeting new people? The Titan Equity Nourish Network (Formerly Campus Kitchen) is looking for faculty, staff and student …
Round Two: Grants available for service-learning projects
Due to the generosity of the Ford Motor Company Fund, Detroit Mercy is able to offer a second round of the Ford Community Corps Partnerships …
Many ways to lead and serve
The Institute for Leadership and Service has many opportunities for students, faculty, staff, administrators and alumni to lead and serve in the community. Throughout the …
FCCP grant proposals due
Detroit Mercy employees are encouraged to partner with creative and passionate students in designing service-learning projects through Ford Community Corps Partnerships (FCCP) grants. Proposals are …
Jesuit universities collaborate on virtual social justice immersion experience
The Ignatian Solidarity Network (ISN) recently highlighted the collaborative work of University Minister for Service and Justice Erin McDonald C.S.J. and immersion coordinators from Canisius …
Ford Community Corps Partnerships celebration
Do you want to see creative examples of service-learning projects from the past year? Are you considering writing a proposal for an upcoming Ford Community …
Grants available for service-learning projects
The Ford Motor Company Fund provides funding for creative service-learning projects and the Institute for Leadership & Service is looking for new submissions. If you …
New Campus Connection feature: Student Spotlight!
Introducing the newest way to showcase students for all their hard work, service, leadership, dedication and Detroit Mercy pride! Use the Campus Connection submission form …
Grants for service-learning projects
Detroit Mercy employees are encouraged to partner with creative and passionate students in designing service-learning projects through Ford Community Corps Partnerships (FCCP) grants. FCCP grants …
Detroit Mercy recognized as Military Friendly School
University of Detroit Mercy earned an additional honor Feb. 17 with the release of the 2021-22 Military Friendly list of schools that serve veterans and …
Volunteer for service and justice
Are you graduating this semester? Are you interested in service and justice work? Have you considered post-graduate volunteering? First-round application deadlines are quickly approaching and …
Opportunities for Leadership and Service
Students looking for Winter Semester volunteer opportunities and co-ops are encouraged to contact the Detroit Housing Commission, a public agency working to effectively develop, manage …
Empathetic and service-oriented hearts apply for the San Damiano Award
Detroit Mercy students are encouraged to apply for the Franciscan Mission Service San Damiano Servant Leadership Award by Friday, Jan. 22. When St. Francis prayed …
Save the virtual date: Employee Christmas Party
University of Detroit Mercy will host a virtual Employee Christmas Party & Colleague Recognition celebration on Friday, Dec. 11 from 3 to 4 p.m. on …
Mercy Day Greetings
The latest reflection organized by Assistant to the President for Mission Integration Catherine Punsalan-Manlimos: Today we celebrate Mercy Day, a commemoration of the opening of …
Detroit Mercy welcomes new students
Students arrived at Shiple Hall and other Detroit Mercy residence facilities from many parts of the country this week. Some students travelled from places as …
Horizon League announces “We Are All One Team” platform
The Horizon League is launching the “We Are All One Team” platform to provide student-athletes with an even greater role in responding to a variety …
Alumnus swings for the fences – changing lives with baseball
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 …
Let’s Talk: On being a neighbor in hard times
Catherine Punsalan-Manlimos, special assistant to the president on Mission Integration at Detroit Mercy is doing her part to help the University community find comfort during …
Service brings deeper meaning to students’ classroom experiences at Detroit Mercy
Service learning is an integral part of many disciplines at the University of Detroit Mercy. During the 2018-19 academic year, students at Detroit Mercy Law …
Alumni Achievement Spirit Awards honorees announced
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 …
Detroit Mercy honors Martin Luther King Jr.
Detroit Mercy is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a series of events and programs in January. Community members …
Grants aid Detroit Mercy scholarships, programs, faculty research and community outreach
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 …
University Minister for Service and Justice Erin McDonald represented Detroit Mercy at a global gathering in Rome, Italy for the 50th Anniversary of the Social …
Jesuit universities unite for food justice program
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 …
Students, community enhance Fitzgerald neighborhood, Detroit-area gardens
University of Detroit Mercy freshmen kicked off their college careers by performing a day of service work throughout Detroit on Aug. 21-22. Students split in …