Two CHASS seniors, Parah Farmer and Katherine Mutschler, recently completed Fall 2024 internships at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit. Both students are History majors with Museum Studies minors. Farmer also is minoring in African American Studies, while Mutschler is minoring in Theatre. The internships, …
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 …
By Tamara Laska During the Fall 2024 semester, students in Dr. Sigrid Streit’s ENL 4070: Grant Writing class collaborated with Arts & Scraps, a local Detroit non-profit, on a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) project. The students learned from Arts & Scraps about their work in the community. They then researched …
Kara Wolfbauer ’23 and CHASS Communication Studies major found her calling behind the microphone as a student at University of Detroit Mercy. It didn’t go unnoticed. Wolfbauer, who gained valuable experience as a host in Calihan Hall and at the USPBL baseball league in Utica, is now showcasing her voice, …
The CHASS Holiday Party was a memorable celebration for our faculty and staff. The evening featured a captivating poetry reading by Poet-in-Residence Stacy Gnall, live music, and a moving performance by the Detroit Mercy Choir. Attendees also enjoyed the premiere of gratitude videos, showcasing heartfelt messages for CHASS faculty and …
Detroit Mercy alumna Faye Alexander Nelson, an accomplished leader and advocate for Detroit’s growth, has been elected Chair of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Board of Directors. A graduate of Mercy College of Detroit (BA in Political Science, 1975) and the University of Detroit School of Law (JD, 1981), Faye’s …
Each year, the Detroit Mercy English Department honors the legacy of poet and publisher Dudley Randall by sponsoring a poetry competition in his name. The competition celebrates Randall’s commitment to amplifying creative voices, particularly within the Detroit Mercy community. Open to all students, the competition invites original poetry submissions in …
On Saturday, December 7th, Detroit Mercy hosted a campus-wide Visit Day, and with the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (CHASS) delivering a standout experience for prospective students and families. The event kicked off with inspiring words from Dean Jocelyn Boryczka. and Associate Dean Greg Grobis facilitated a dynamic …
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 …
