The Detroit Mercy Political Science Student Association (PSSA) recently hosted a Build Your Own Bouquet event, where members crafted beautiful bouquets and personally delivered them to brighten the day of those in the community. 🌸 This event was a meaningful way to spread kindness and show appreciation, especially on Valentine’s …
The Political Science Student Association (PSSA) and Pre-Law Society hosted an alumni discussion on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Students heard from UDM Political Science alumni Sarah Kenaya and Jacob Yasso (Class of 2024), now first-year law students at UDM Law. They shared their experiences, offered advice on law school preparation, …
Students in Professor Felicia Grey’s Introduction to Political Science class recently had the opportunity to step into the shoes of policymakers during a simulated congressional hearing. The class was divided into groups to represent different political viewpoints and tasked with presenting arguments before a mock House Committee on Education and …
Students in the Introduction to Law and the Judiciary course took part in a Supreme Court Moot Court simulation. They participated in simulated real-world legal proceedings and tackled significant constitutional issues. This hands-on exercise allowed students to step into the roles of attorneys, judges, and legal advisors, providing a dynamic, …
Political Science students brought history and culture to life through an engaging Comparative Politics simulation focused on a New Zealand parliamentary session debating the rights of the Māori. The session began with a powerful haka, symbolizing respect and unity, setting the tone for an immersive experience. Students took on the …
Students in Professor Felicia Grey’s Introduction to Political Science and Introduction to Law and the Judiciary classes visited the 36th District Court to observe civil and criminal court proceedings. The visit provided practical insights into the judiciary’s role as a branch of government, connecting classroom concepts to real-world applications. A …
Five Titans — Isabelle Francis, D.K. Mohammad, Kelsie Shammami, Kaleb Smith and Juan Willis —made up the Detroit Mercy ethics bowl team that placed seventh out of 20 twenty squads on November 16th at the Upper Midwest Regional Ethics Bowl tournament, held at the University of Chicago. The UDM squad, …
Distinguished alum Faye Alexander Nelson ’75, ’81, joined CHASS students and faculty on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, in the Student Union Ballroom. Faye Nelson is a well-recognized African American female leader in the City of Detroit and internationally. Her many accomplishments include serving as the first President and CEO of …
Detroit Mercy’s 21st Annual Ethics Bowl, hosted by the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) Department of Philosophy, brought students together to tackle complex ethical dilemmas in a competitive and collaborative environment. This legendary event has been happening for over two decades! Thanks to the hard work of …
UDM hosted National Cyber Director Harry Coker and U.S. Senator from Michigan Gary Peters, who earned an MBA at UDM, on Monday, April 15, 2024. Coker, who reports directly to President Biden in the White House, came to learn about UDM’s cybersecurity programs as part of his National Cyber Workforce …
