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Prof. Stacy Gnall Receives the Ashley Grey Legacy Award at Phenomenal Women’s Reception

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 …

Prof. Sonya Huber Presents Writing the Midwest on Tuesday, April 8

Join renowned author Prof. Sonya Huber as she leads a reading and discussion on the unique storytelling traditions of the Midwest as expressed in her recent book Writing the Midwest. Huber will explore the literary roots and cultural influences that shape Midwestern literature, offering valuable insights for writers and readers …

Final 2025 Triptych Event with Award-Winning Poet Aracelis Girmay, Thursday, March 20th

Poetry lovers won’t want to miss this virtual reading and discussion with award-winning poet Aracelis Girmay. Joined by Detroit Mercy’s poet-in-residence, Prof. Stacy Gnall, Girmay will share her work and discuss themes of language, identity, and storytelling. This event is a must for anyone interested in contemporary poetry and the …

Student Film Club & African American Studies Present: Do The Right Thing Screening

Join the Detroit Mercy Student Film Club and the African American Studies Program for a special screening of Spike Lee’s 1989 masterpiece, Do The Right Thing—a film that remains as powerful and relevant today as when it first premiered. 📅 Date: Thursday, February 13 🕔 Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM …

Deadline This Week: Dudley Randall Poetry Competition

The English Department invites all students to submit original poetry for the annual Dudley Randall Poetry Competition. This tradition celebrates the legacy of Dudley Randall, a renowned poet and publisher dedicated to fostering literary talent.    📅 Submission Deadline: February 7, 2025  💰 Prize: Cash award & special recognition  🔗 …