The Department of Religious Studies will host the annual 2024 Cushing Distinguished Lecture on April 3 at 5:00 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. This year’s lecturer is Dr. Brian K. Blount, president emeritus of Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond VA, and Charlotte, NC. The theme of his lecture this …
In collaboration with Psi Chi, the international psychology honor society, the Psychology Department invites you to a captivating career panel on March 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Commerce & Finance 209. Individuals can explore different positions in the world of psychology as professionals share first-hand experiences, shedding …
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company’s TheatreLab series presents Kayak, the captivating play by Jordan Hall for one performance on Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Live6 Alliance Event Space at 7426 W. McNichols Road in Detroit. Set against the stunning backdrop of Canada’s rugged wilderness, this heartwarming and poignant …
The Valentine’s Day interactive installation at the Creative Arts Kiosk was a chance for the University of Detroit Mercy community to express their love (like it’s never been expressed before!). Members of the University community were invited to post anonymous messages of love for anyone or anything. Messages included “I …
The new student ambassadors for the College met for their first planning session last week. The College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) Student Ambassador Program plays a critical role in connecting prospective students with the University, providing a genuine insight into campus life and the University’s culture. Ambassadors …
There is still time to stop by the McNichols Campus Library to see the Black History Month exhibit on display through the end of February. Catch a glimpse of UDM history, including a look at the African American Studies program’s origins, as well as a collection of books on heroes …
Detroit Mercy’s Love Stories from the Underground Railroad celebrated its 11th year of delivering inspiring stories that capture the juxtaposition of romantic love with the unspeakable injustices and oppression of slavery. This annual event weaves Black History Month together with Valentine’s Day. This year’s love story was brought to life …
Students and faculty interested in African American Studies can learn about the program through a social gathering that supports area Black-owned businesses. The vision of Justin Williams, associate professor of History and director of the African American Studies program, to provide an opportunity that gives faculty and students the chance …
English Professor Nick Rombes read from his forthcoming novel The Rachel Condition at the Association of Writers and Writing Programs Conference in Kansas City, Missouri on Feb. 10. Rombes also had the essay “Future Tense: My Stalker” recently published in the literary journal The Cimarron Review.
February is Black History Month, a time when we turn more attention to the peoples and events marking the tragedies and triumphs which make up African American history which is American history. Many of you may be familiar with “The Gateway to Freedom” monument that stands in downtown Detroit’s Hart …
