The department of communication studies at University of Detroit Mercy announced today that three videos produced and directed by associate professor Jason Roche were named winners in the 46th annual Telly Awards. CHASS Celebrates the Season, an animated Christmas video featuring the voices of CHASS faculty and staff, won a …
The CHASS community celebrated the retirement of four exceptional faculty members who have dedicated their careers to shaping minds, advancing scholarship, and building community at Detroit Mercy. Prof. Justin Kelly, S.J. (Religious Studies), Prof. David Koukal (Philosophy), Prof. Greg Sumner (History), and Prof. Charles Wilson (Criminal Justice) were honored for …
CHASS held our closing College meeting for the 2024-2025 academic year on May 1, 2025. Accomplishments such as implementing appreciative advising, the Discover Detroit Series, Student Ambassador program, and the Black Box Theatre were shared as the College looks to its exciting future as outlined in the CHASS Strategic Plan …
On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the campus community gathered in the Student Union Ballroom for the annual Spotlight on Excellence, a university-wide celebration honoring faculty, administrators, and staff for their outstanding contributions. Among this year’s honorees were several members of the CHASS community whose work has made a lasting impact: …
Join CHASS faculty and staff over the Summer in reading Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning. This book is available via the library at the following link: https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/udmercy/detail.action?docID=30876436. This collective read will advance our conversations in next academic year around this critical topic, …
Several faculty and staff from the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences were recognized this week during Detroit Mercy’s Spotlight on Excellence event for their leadership, service, and commitment to the campus community. ● Prof. Lee Eshelman (Psychology) received the Faculty Recognition Award for his contributions to teaching and …
The College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) celebrated its first graduating class under the new CHASS name during commencement weekend. Officially adopting the name in 2024, CHASS carries forward the College’s liberal arts legacy while meeting twenty-first century demands to deliver a transformative student learning experience. Commencement took …
The University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate commencement on Saturday, May 10, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS). We will mark the graduation of our first CHASS class since the college officially changed its name from the College of Liberal Arts …
Join us as we close out an exciting academic year with CHASS Half Day on Thursday, May 1, 2025, in CHP 124. We will celebrate our accomplishments, collaborations, and community that define the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences. The day begins with the Dean’s Lecture from 12:30–2:00 p.m., …
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 …
