The College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences had an outstanding showing at the University’s annual Celebrate Scholarly Achievement and Community Engagement (CSACE) Day on Thursday, April 3, in the Student Union’s Fitness Center. Over 100 CHASS faculty and students presented posters, read poetry and creative fiction, and delivered lightning …
Students in the Criminal Investigations course took their learning to the next level during a mock crime scene simulation hosted by Prof. Camille Howard in partnership with the Detroit Police Department Forensic Services. Held in CHASS Room 219, the event gave students a chance to apply their classroom knowledge in …
The College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) proudly welcomed prospective students and families during Detroit Mercy’s Accepted Students Day on the McNichols campus. With over 300 students registered, the event offered an exciting opportunity to highlight the vibrant academic programs and supportive community within CHASS. Faculty and …
CHASS is proud to celebrate Cristal Guzmán, a Political Science and Pre-Law Honors student, who has been named the University of Detroit Mercy’s 2025 Valedictorian. Cristal is a first-generation college student and a standout leader on campus. She currently serves as President of the LatinX Student Association and Vice President …
The College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) Honors Convocation is set to celebrate the academic achievements, service, and leadership of our outstanding students. Families, faculty, and friends are invited to come together to honor the hard work and accomplishments of these exceptional students. individuals. This event showcases the …
Prof. Stacy Gnall, Poet-in-Residence at the University of Detroit Mercy, was celebrated as this year’s recipient of the prestigious Ashley Grey Legacy Award at the Phenomenal Women’s Reception on Wednesday, March 19, in the Student Union Ballroom. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to the literary community and her dedication …
CHASS has commissioned a glass mosaic of the McNichols Campus as our Celebrate Spirit gift to the University. Detroit artist Darcel Deneau, who focuses on streetscapes of the city, will create the mosaic that will be installed in the lobby of the Black Box Theatre. The mosaic celebrates radical hospitality, …
Dean Jocelyn Boryczka invites all CHASS students to the upcoming, first-ever CHASS Student Town Hall. Dean Boryczka will provide updates on the current issues confronting higher education and their impact on our College. She will also discuss the future of CHASS and engage in an open discussion about the direction …
The CHASS community will gather to celebrate the careers of four esteemed faculty members as they retire. Professors Justin Kelly, Dave Koukal, Greg Sumner, and Charles Wilson have each made significant contributions to the College and its students over their years of service. The retirement party will feature heartfelt tributes, …
The 2025 CHASS Strategic Planning Taskforce is in place and moving quickly forward. The Taskforce includes CHASS faculty and staff selected by the Dean to focus on translating our vision and mission into strategic goals for the future. Three areas of focus, based on the previous strategic planning taskforce work, …
