Happy New Year! 2024 was a banner year for the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS)! We kicked off the year with our new name celebrated at a Welcome Bash where we hosted nearly 300 friends from across campus. As co-celebrant for Celebrate Spirit!, our College practice of …
The College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) will host its mid-year meeting on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 2 – 3:30 p.m. in CHP 124. We will hear about exciting updates on critical renovation projects, learn about strategic planning and other initiatives, and get well-positioned to accompany our …
The English Department has released Mostly Circular, a chapbook featuring original work by students in Prof. Stacy Gnall’s Intermediate Creative Writing course. The collection showcases the students’ unique voices and dedication to their craft. Copies of Mostly Circular are available. We invite you to explore the creative works of Detroit …
Kara Wolfbauer ’23 and CHASS Communication Studies major found her calling behind the microphone as a student at University of Detroit Mercy. It didn’t go unnoticed. Wolfbauer, who gained valuable experience as a host in Calihan Hall and at the USPBL baseball league in Utica, is now showcasing her voice, …
The CHASS Holiday Party was a memorable celebration for our faculty and staff. The evening featured a captivating poetry reading by Poet-in-Residence Stacy Gnall, live music, and a moving performance by the Detroit Mercy Choir. Attendees also enjoyed the premiere of gratitude videos, showcasing heartfelt messages for CHASS faculty and …
Detroit Mercy alumna Faye Alexander Nelson, an accomplished leader and advocate for Detroit’s growth, has been elected Chair of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Board of Directors. A graduate of Mercy College of Detroit (BA in Political Science, 1975) and the University of Detroit School of Law (JD, 1981), Faye’s …
On Saturday, December 7th, Detroit Mercy hosted a campus-wide Visit Day, and with the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) delivering a standout experience for prospective students and families. The event kicked off with inspiring words from Dean Jocelyn Boryczka. and Associate Dean Greg Grobis facilitated a dynamic …
Fr. Patrick Kelly, S.J., who teaches in the Religious Studies Department at Detroit Mercy, recently reflected on his connection to Detroit Tigers pitcher and 2024 Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal. As a freshman at Seattle University, Skubal took Fr. Kelly’s Sports and Spirituality class, which left a lasting impression. …
Detroit Mercy Writing Program Director Prof. Elena Garcia and her father, Lupe Garcia, were recently featured on the 10-Minute Tech Comm podcast. They explored the dynamics between blue-collar factory workers and white-collar supervisors, highlighting communication challenges and strategies for bridging these gaps. Listen to their interview here: Dr. Elena Garcia …
Join Detroit Mercy’s Poet-in-Residence Stacy Gnall for “Writing About/With Animals,” an interactive workshop exploring how animals inspire and inform the creative writing process. Discover unique techniques and perspectives in writing alongside others who share a passion for literature and animal themes. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, Nov. 20 ⏰ Time: 5:30 – …
