TENN’s Spring Fling welcomes the season with community, May 13
Please help TENN welcome spring on Wednesday, May 13, with an evening of crafts, food and fun on the Fountain Terrace, starting at 5 p.m.
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TENN to hold thrift pop-up shop during De-Stress Fest, April 23
Unwind at De‑Stress Fest with some retail therapy at TENN’s Thrift Pop‑Up Shop on the second floor of the Student Fitness Center. Stop by on April 23 starting at 4 p.m. and shop till you drop for a good cause!
TENN needs your plastic grocery bags
Help TENN keep food moving by donating clean plastic grocery bags to support pantry and produce deliveries.
Hiring: Join the TENN team this summer
Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) summer roles offer flexible hours, meaningful work and a chance to work directly to support the UDM community and mission.
Volunteers needed for TENN’s Garden Day, April 13
Join Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) on Monday, April 13 as they team up with their partners, JB Urban Farms, to get their community garden ready for the upcoming planting season.
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.
Donate clothing items for TENN drive, through April 3
Donate, declutter, and make a difference at TENN’s Clothing Drive from March 16-April 3. Donate new or gently used clothing and have a chance to win a pizza party!
Cook live with Savoy Detroit chef, TENN on Feb. 25
For those looking to sharpen their cooking skills, Detroit Mercy alumna Melba Dearing will hold a live cooking demonstration on Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the Health Professions Facility. Attendees will learn how to transform simple, affordable ingredients into a delicious one-pot meal. All are welcome.
Black Student Union, TENN to hold Jazz Night during BHM, Feb. 25
Enjoy great food, fun games and a live band at Jazz Night, on Feb. 25, in the Fountain Lounge, as part of UDM’s Black History Month events. All are welcome.
UDM unites for wide-ranging Black History Month celebration
February is Black History Month, and the University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate with a series of enlightening events across all campuses.
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.
Volunteers needed for TENN deliveries, Wednesdays and Fridays, beginning Jan. 9
TENN is looking for volunteers to help pack and deliver fresh produce to UDM’s neighbors. Consider lending a hand on Wednesday or Fridays, starting Jan. 9
Two students receive this year’s Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship
The Detroit Mercy Libraries, along with the Titan Equity Nourish Network and Varsity News, are happy to announce the recipients of the third annual Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship for the 2025-26 school year: Kenyon Lofton and Jeniffer Rodriguez Garcia.
UDM’s TENN recognized with awards, grants for its community work
The organization, which fosters student and community collaboration for a more food-sovereign Detroit, allows students to live UDM’s Jesuit and Mercy mission.
Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship application now open
The Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship is accepting applications now through Monday, Dec. 1.
TENNsgiving food drive, all November
TENN and the UDM Physician Assistant Program are collecting non-perishable and dry food items in support our local community for the entire month of November.
Volunteer to assemble gift bags for community partners, Nov. 18
Students can earn volunteer hours by joining TENN in assembling gift bags for our community partners on Nov. 18 from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Commerce & Finance Building.
Student orgs to compete for pizza at TENN compost competition, Nov. 5
Student organizations will compete to be the most sustainable group on campus on Nov. 5 during TENN’s Autumn compost competition. The winner receives a pizza party.
Celebrate community at TENN’s third annual meal, Oct. 30
All are invited to come together to share a meal, connect and celebrate what makes our community so special at the third annual community meal on October 30 from 5-7 p.m.
TENN to host low-waste cooking demo with Chef Jessica Mitchell, Nov. 4
Learn to make delicious, dorm-friendly, and low-waste banana mug cakes with TENN and Chef Jessica Mitchell on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Perfect for cozy nights and sustainable snacking.
Volunteers needed for TENN community meal
TENN needs help preparing and running its third annual community meal. Multiple shifts are available on Oct. 28-30. Please consider lending a hand.
Support TENN at The Office Coffee Shop
Stop by The Office Coffee Shop in Royal Oak for your favorite coffee or sweet treat, choose to donate to TENN at checkout and help support TENN’s work toward a more food-sovereign Detroit.
TENN to host Halloween game night with community neighbors, Oct. 9
All are welcome to join in the Halloween fun with Detroit Mercy’s neighbors from the Princeton Street Block Club and Theresa Maxis at the TENN Halloween game night on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5:30 p.m.
TENN hosts garden party for the community, Sept. 16
All are welcome to join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) in celebrating the community and bustling garden with an afternoon of food, fun and harvesting on Tuesday, Sept. 16.
Take action with TENN during Hunger Action Month in September
Join the fight against hunger in Detroit this September and help TENN build a more food-sovereign Detroit through student-led produce deliveries, urban gardening, composting and food waste education.
Volunteer with Tappy Guide, UDM students needed
Volunteer positions are available at Tappy Guides, where students can assist older adults and those with disabilities with navigating publics spaces safely and confidently.
Volunteer opportunity, become a tutor with SDM2 Project Education
SDM2 Project Education is offering a volunteer tutoring program that might be the perfect fit for you!
TENN deliveries start next week, volunteers needed
Looking for volunteer hours this fall? Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network has two regular delivery shifts for you!
Volunteers needed for TENN’s greenhouse setup
Volunteers needed to help TENN get the new greenhouse space in the Ford Life Sciences building ready for the season.
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).
TENN garden party for community set for Aug. 5
All are welcome to join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) in celebrating the community and bustling garden with an afternoon of food, fun and harvesting on Tuesday, August 5.
TENN garden party for community set for July 1 close to McNichols Campus
All are welcome to join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) in celebrating the community and garden with an afternoon of food and harvesting on Tuesday, July 1.
Help support TENN, eat at Detroit Taco Company Monday, June 23
Grab some tacos and help support Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network on Monday, June 23. Visit Detroit Taco Company at either the Troy or …
Volunteers needed for TENN summer deliveries
TENN deliveries will continue throughout the summer, and volunteers are needed to help make sure our neighbors receive fresh produce. Please consider signing up for Wednesday and/or Friday deliveries.
Welcome spring with TENN on April 29
Please help TENN welcome spring on Tuesday, April 29, with an afternoon of crafts, food and fun on the Student Union Patio, starting at 3 p.m.
TENN thrift and local pop-up shop fundraiser set for April 1
Shop till you drop while supporting your community at Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) thrift and local pop-up shop event on Tuesday, April 1 starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Student Union Fountain Lounge. All are invited.
PSSA & TENN Environmental Advocacy Day set for March 13
Join PSSA and TENN for a nonpartisan letter-writing campaign to urge your state representatives to preserve the Environmental Protection Agency’s mission.
TENN clothing drive for all, March 10-25
Donate, declutter, and make a difference at TENN’s Clothing Drive from March 10-25. Donate new or gently used clothing and have a chance to win a pizza party!
UDM celebrates Black History Month with series of programs in February
February is Black History Month, and the University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate with a series of enlightening events across all campuses.
Volunteer in making Valentine’s Day cards with TENN, Feb. 3
Help Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) make Valentine’s Day cards for our community partners on Monday, Feb. 3 at 11:30 a.m.
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!
Six students receive Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship
The Detroit Mercy Libraries, along with the Titan Equity Nourish Network and Varsity News, are happy to announce the recipients of the second annual Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship for the 2024-25 school year: Hisham Almadani, Taspiya Begum, Isabelle Francis, Cecilia Grimes, Desseray Martin and Kateri Sollars.
Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) was proud to take part in Gleaners Food Bank‘s annual fundraiser, highlighting the vital partnership between our organizations. TENN Program …
Titans needed to deliver fresh produce with TENN
Join TENN in delivering fresh produce and smiles to our neighbors, while earning service hours!
A heartfelt thank you from TENN
TENN thanks all who have contributed to making their work possible during this giving season and is always grateful for your support!
Donate leftover meal swipes to help community
Students, please help to ensure that members of the Detroit Mercy community get to enjoy a free meal on campus by donating your unused swipes this semester.
Support TENN SeedMoney fundraiser through Dec. 15
Support the TENN Garden by donating to its SeeDMoney campaign to help raise money for tools, soil and transplants. The TENN garden delivers fresh produce to our Detroit Mercy neighbors.
Holiday gift volunteer shift opportunity offered on Dec. 5
Make gifts for our neighbors and supporters while earning service hours. Join TENN on Dec. 5 for some fun and creativity while embracing the holiday spirit!
Buddy’s fundraiser to support TENN returns on Dec. 5
Grab some Buddy’s to support Titan Equity Nourish Network. Join us and support the cause!
New Feature in “A Year in Radical Hospitality”
Radical Hospitality is the intentional welcoming of those we know and those we don’t yet know into a community of belonging. Read about how “A Night of Food and Community” epitomized radical hospitality by inviting members of the University community to campus for connection, collaboration and to enjoy some good food catered by volunteer Chef Bob!