Detroit Mercy welcomes new students to campus
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 …
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Health Professions Night at Comerica Park, Sept. 16
Take me out to the ballgame with the Detroit Tigers as they take on the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, Sept. 16 at 4:10 p.m. at …
Welcome back, Titans!
Hope everyone had a relaxing and sun-filled summer! Detroit Mercy wants to welcome all students back to campus with a whirlwind of Welcome Week events! …
Family Nurse Practitioner information session, Sept. 9
The College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing will host a Family Nurse Practitioner information session on Monday, Sept. 9 from 5:30 to …
Be a part of Welcome Week!
Does your department, office or organization have a Welcome Week activity planned for our incoming students? We want to promote it! If you are hosting …
National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference 2019 at Detroit Mercy
More than 200 students from 25 Jesuit universities visited our McNichols Campus and the city of Detroit for a weekend of service, leadership, fellowship and …
Students journey south to experience civil rights sites
For the third year in a row, a group of University of Detroit Mercy students studied the American civil rights movement and joined Professor of …
Students to accompany professor on fossil-hunting expedition into the Sahara
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 …
School of Architecture faculty, alums earn AIA Michigan awards
It was a memorable night for the University of Detroit Mercy School of Architecture at the recent AIA Michigan Honor Awards. Former School of Architecture …
Detroit Mercy joins MSU’s Early Assurance Program
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 …
Jordan Manno named candidate for NCAA Woman of the Year
School records, a winning pedigree, excellent leadership, outstanding academics and commitment to her community are all traits that Jordan Manno displayed in her four years …
Ben Kendell honored with Horizon League’s Cecil N. Coleman Medal of Honor
University of Detroit Mercy cross country and track and field standout Ben Kendell did nothing but break records in competition and achieve high marks in …
Student recognized for commitment to service
Rx for Reading Detroit Student Coordinator Chanel Smith received a State of Mind Award from the National Society for Leadership and Success (NSLS) in recognition …
Ready for some soccer? Special DCFC ticket alert
Get you tickets through the UREC Adventure Series and cheer on the Detroit City Football Club this Friday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. as they …
Grants aid Detroit Mercy service learning projects
University of Detroit Mercy students recently made a presentation of service learning projects supported by a $40,000 grant from The Ford Motor Company Fund, Ford …
MBA student project teams with nonprofit to create opportunities for women
Due to the efforts of an MBA class project, a new e-commerce website will soon sell hand-made clothes, bags, blankets and other home goods to …
A special commencement for Detroit Mercy softball team
Four members of the University of Detroit Mercy Class of 2019 were unable to attend Saturday’s commencement because they were busy in Chicago winning the women’s …
Scholarship builds architecture student’s dream of helping Detroit
Matthew Northcott knew early in high school that he wanted to study architecture in college. Thanks to the Loranger Nautilus Endowed Scholarship, he was able …
Valedictorian dedicating her life to serving the poor
University of Detroit Mercy student Mary Margaret Payne was uncomfortable the first few times she worked with the poor and homeless. She knew she wanted …
Detroit Mercy experience changes career and life path for Maxwell
Danielle Maxwell is thankful for the relationships she built with her professors while at University of Detroit Mercy. In fact, she was so inspired by …
Student’s research leads to opportunity at NASA
Nicholas Boynton started doing research at University of Detroit Mercy as a freshman because he thought it sounded interesting. He didn’t know the effect it …
University reveals theme for National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference and seeks sponsors
University of Detroit Mercy will serve as host for the prestigious 2019 National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference (NJSLC). This year’s conference takes place on the …
Student’s future is shaped by ReBUILD experience
Through Detroit Mercy’s ReBUILDetroit program, 2019 graduate Relicious Eboh says she learned about research, public health, serving others and, most important, a lot about herself. …
Nominations are open for Mission Leadership Awards
Submit nominations for the two annual Mission Leadership Awards at Detroit Mercy — the Vivere ex Missione (“to live the mission”) and the Agere ex …
Win $5,000 with easy student survey
Students: The Wall Street Journal launched a US College Student Survey with a $5,000 cash prize. This is an international study of university experience for students across …
Immerse yourself in culture at International Night
The annual International Night will be Friday, March 29, at 6 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. International Services Office, Student Life and involved club members …
PA Students Lobby in Washington DC
PA students Katie Lukovich and John Densmore were selected to attend the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) Leadership and Advocacy Summit as a member of …
Spring Career Fair & Networking Event, March 21
Dozens of regional organizations will be on hand Thursday, March 21 as Detroit Mercy’s Center for Career & Professional Development hosts the Spring Career Fair …
Nominate a student for leadership and service awards before March 18
Know a student who went above and beyond this year? Nominations are now open for the new Student Leadership & Service Awards. Nominating a student …
Dudley Randall Poetry Prize winners
Each year, the Detroit Mercy English Department honors Dudley Randall, the late poet, publisher and University of Detroit Mercy librarian and poet-in-residence, by sponsoring a …
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 …
Volunteers needed for Honors Convocation
Dean of Students Monica Williams is looking for faculty, staff and students to volunteer for Honors Convocation ceremonies and liturgical service on Sunday, March 24. …
University Ministry Service Immersion Trips help students make a difference for others
University of Detroit Mercy students are currently preparing to help global communities through the institution’s annual University Ministry Service Immersion Trips. But to get there, …
Crowdfunding initiatives highlight important needs
Detroit Mercy is launching a series of crowdfunding initiatives through the Office of Annual Giving that will impact the success of students as they work …
Students earn national, international honors
Four Detroit Mercy students received well-earned attention for their recent work. Detroit Mercy student Cameron Johns recently received the American Chemical Society Leadership Institute Award …
Get your resumes ready: Engineering & Science Career & Co-op Fair, Feb. 14
The College of Engineering & Science will host its winter Engineering & Science Career & Co-op Fair on Thursday, Feb. 14 from 12:30 to 2:30 …
Student Nursing Association sponsors Blood Drive this week
UPDATE: University of Detroit Mercy is closed on Wednesday, Jan. 30 due to extreme weather conditions. There will be no blood drive on Wednesday. This …
Get up and get moving – Go Move Challenge 2019
Ever wonder which Jesuit institution has the most active employees? University Recreation is calling all Detroit Mercy employees to sign up (free!) and log your …
Student, faculty research transforms El Salvadorian agriculture
For University of Detroit Mercy’s Director of Sustainability, Victor Carmona, a degree is more than just a degree — it’s a tool for social justice. …
Chill out at the Titan Winter Blast, Jan. 19
Detroit Mercy will host the Titan Winter Blast Saturday, Jan. 19, at the Student Fitness Center on the McNichols Campus. Get ready to cure the …
Admissions ready: Visit Day, Feb. 2
Do you know a high school student interested in attending Detroit Mercy? Our next Visit Day is just around the corner on Saturday, Feb. 2 …
Martin Luther King Jr. community events – Make it a day on, not a day off
Looking to get involved on MLK Day? Help the AmeriCorps Urban Safety Program board up vacant homes and clean lots around the Fitzgerald neighborhood near …
Biggest Loser returns to the Fitness Center with new challenges
Sign up for the seventh annual Detroit Mercy Biggest Loser competition and shave those holiday pounds! Registration is $25 per person and is due before …
Campus Kitchen offers bite-sized grants for student groups
Do you have an idea about how to reduce hunger and food waste in our community? Submit your proposal to the Detroit Mercy Campus Kitchen …
Nursing student: ‘I have been blessed’ by Detroit Mercy
More than 350 alumni and other supporters of University of Detroit Mercy attended the annual President’s Christmas Party on Dec. 7. The event included a …
Detroit Mercy offers new Part-Time Bachelor of Science in Nursing track
New program can save students more than $13,000 in tuition costs over length of program University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions & McAuley …
MCD student in The New York Times
Cornetta Lane, a student in the School of Architecture’s Master of Community Development program, was recently highlighted in The New York Times article, “On the Front Porch, Black …
Finals got you frantic? Melt away the stress, Dec. 6
Students looking to relax before finals week need to come to Winter De-Stress Fest on Thursday, Dec. 6 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the …
New crowdfunding effort to support Student Food Pantry
Detroit Mercy’s Happy, Health, Organizing-Change (H2O) organization recently launched the Student Food Pantry to help decrease food insecurity among students. In addition, the University Advancement …
Help spread some holiday cheer this season: Detroit Mercy Giving Tree
Looking to give back this season? This year, Public Safety and Student Life are working with St. Vincent de Paul to help families have an …