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  • 海角论坛 Night at Detroit Pistons game set for Dec. 19

    Wednesday December 04, 2024

    All Titans are invited to Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, Dec. 19 for Detroit Mercy Night where the Detroit Pistons will host the Utah Jazz! The game starts at 7 p.m.

    Tickets for the event start at $30 and include a Pistons/海角论坛 co-branded hoodie. There are also all-you-can-eat seats available in the North End Club (Sec. 201 – 205).

    The proceeds of each ticket sold are donated back to the University.

    A flyer for 海角论坛 Night at Pistons Game. Takes place on Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. at Little Caesars Arena. There is a 海角论坛/Pistons Hoodie giveaway and all you can eat seats available. On the left half of the page is a photo of a male wearing the hoodie. There are several logos inclduing Detroit Pistons and Utah Jazz logos as well as Detroit College Nights logo.

  • Light up the Mall on Dec. 4

    Wednesday December 04, 2024

    All are welcome to embrace the spirit of the holiday season and join the President’s Office and University Ministry to Light up the Mall on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 4 p.m. The University community is invited to the south side outdoor area of the Student Union for the lighting of Kassab Mall, a Christmas and holiday blessing and singing with the University Chorus.

    Hot chocolate and cookies to follow the festivities in the Zalke Lounge in the lower level for the Student Union.

    A flyer for the Light up the Mall event presented by The President's Office and University Ministry on Dec. 4 at 4 p.m. The text is on a blue background with Christmas lights and stars. The text reads that the event takes place on the south side of the Student Union on Kassab Mall by the Amp. Join us for the lighting of Kassab Mall, a Christmas and holiday blessing and singing with the University Chorus followed by hot chocolate and cookies in the Zalke Lounge.

  • Holiday Pop-up Shop coming to McNichols Campus Library, Dec. 4-6

    Wednesday December 04, 2024

    Graphic of Christmas pop-up shop to occur on Dec. 4-6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the McNichols Library lobby. There is a photograph of a warmly lit cabin in snow covered countryside.Mark your calendars 鈥 The Holiday Pop-up Shop is back!

    Handmade items, treats, cards and all sorts of curious and unique items will be on sale from Wednesday, Dec. 4 to Friday, Dec. 6 in the McNichols Campus Library lobby. Shop hours will be 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

    Proceeds of the sale go to a nonprofit children鈥檚 literacy initiative 鈥 sponsored by Detroit Mercy’s Department of English 鈥 whose mission is to expand access to high-quality children鈥檚 books and support families in reading with their children. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Rx for Reading has distributed more than 2,000 children鈥檚 books a month since 2014 with the help of its community partners, and is committed to raising the next generation of readers and leaders in our community.听

    So please stop by the shop and work on that gift checklist while supporting a good cause!

  • Donate leftover meal swipes to help community

    Wednesday December 04, 2024

    Do you have left-over meal swipes? With your help, the community will be invited to dine for free on campus using donated swipes. Fill out the form below to donate unused swipes.

    For any questions or comments, email Chelsea Manning at mannincp@udmercy.edu.

    A flyer on a light brown background for Meal swipe donation for left-over meal swipes. The community will be invited to dine for free on campus using donated meal swipes. There is a scan code at the middle bottom of page. Detroit Mercy TENN logo on the left middle side of page and Metz logo on right middle side of page.

  • Civil rights spring break service immersion trip application deadline is Jan. 15

    Wednesday December 04, 2024

    Come and join University Ministry in Montgomery, Alabama!

    When: March 1-8 (Spring Break)

    What: Service Immersion Trips are an opportunity to encounter a community outside of your own, offer your gifts and friendship in service and solidarity, and immerse yourself in education on the critical issues of our day–in this case, the Civil Rights movement! This trip is designed to learn from the rich history of the area, visiting renowned museums and historical sites. It also includes engaging in current-day civil rights issues around racism, voting access and even joining a historical rally crossing the Selma bridge.

    Where: Montgomery, Alabama. We are hosted by an organization called Their center is located in a building that was previously a convent, consisting of private bedrooms with two beds each, shared split bathrooms, a kitchen and a reflection room where we have our nightly reflections.

    Who: For current 海角论坛 students only. All faiths or non-faiths are invited to join. There are 8 student spots available on this trip.

    Transportation: Provided! We will meet at 海角论坛 and drive down together in a van, leaving early Saturday, March 1, and returning Saturday, March 8.

    Registration Cost: $400 (covers 3 meals/day, lodging, transportation, museum tickets and all programming). The total cost per person is higher, but Ministry pays the remainder. We do not want this expense to be an obstacle to your participation–scholarships are available! Reach out to Sammy at seckric@udmercy.edu to request a scholarship application.

    Application Deadline: Jan. 15 with an initial deposit of $100. The remaining cost is due a week before the start of the trip. An application can be requested below.

    A flyer for the Civil Rights Spring Break trip in Montgomery, Alabama on March 1-8. The bright yellow wording is place atop the a black and white image of the Mall in Washington, DC, with thousands of bystanders. There is a scan code in the upper right-hand corner and a University Ministry logo in the upper left-hand corner.

  • Dead week comes alive for students, Dec. 2-9

    Monday December 02, 2024

    Are you feeling the burnout of the semester and ready for the holidays to begin, but not quite ready to cram for exams?

    “Dead Week Comes Alive” at Detroit Mercy the week of Dec. 2-9, bringing some relaxing, de-stress events to campus before the crunch of finals.

    Clear your mind for a couple hours and glide on the ice under a moonlit, starry sky with your friends and family at Campus Martius Park, or open those books for an all-day study retreat including meal making and community with University Ministry.

    Whether you choose to blow off some steam at Glow Night on one of 海角论坛’s athletic courts or just need a coloring break, several departments across campus have collaborated to provide students with ways to de-stress and have some fun before finals week. Many involve free food and snacks!

    Check out the attached flyer for more information!

    A graphic on a blue background regarding Dead Week Comes Alive. During downtime before final exam there are several events for students to choose from to de-stress.

  • Leadership Slam with Angelo Vitale set for Tuesday, Dec. 3

    Monday December 02, 2024

    Join the Institute for Leadership and Service for a dynamic student panel and keynote by Angelo Vitale ’80, retired general counsel of Rocket Companies, on how to 鈥淢ake Yourself the Obvious Choice.鈥

    On Tuesday, Dec. 3, Vitale will lead a pair of leadership slams on Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus. The first slam is from 2:15-3:15 p.m. and the second from 4:45-5:45 p.m. inside the Commerce & Finance Building, Room 139. Refreshments will be provided.

    Vitale will share how strategic leadership has helped him “make himself the obvious choice” throughout his career. With decades of experience in legal strategy and corporate governance, he offers insights on driving innovation and standing out as a leader.

    Prior to his retirement in 2023, Vitale served as the general counsel and secretary of Rocket Companies. He also was the first chief executive officer of Rocket Central, a captive professional services company. Vitale’s wealth of experience helped shape the company’s mission to meet the diverse needs of its clients by delivering innovative solutions to complex financial transactions. Vitale also served on Detroit Mercy’s Board of Trustees for eight years.

    You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn how to stand out as a leader and innovator!

     

    A flyer for Leadership Slam, brought by the Institute for Leadership and Service. There is a graphic of five figures sitting in chair appearing to be in discussion. Underneath are the words "Join our student panel discussion for an engaging and interactive conversation to learn how to stand out and lead with confidence in any industry. The bottom half of the flyer contain a photo of the alumni speaker, Angelo Vitale and the words on a blue background that he will share how strategic leadership helped him make himself the obvious choice throughout his career. The Leadership Slam takes place on Dec. 3 at two times, Slam 1 is at 2:15-3:15 p.m.and Slam 2 is at 4:45-5:45 p.m. Both in Commerce and Finance Room 139.

  • Clinical Psychology M.A. program open house set for Dec. 6

    Monday December 02, 2024

    Are you passionate about helping others, understanding the human mind and making a meaningful impact? Put that passion into practice and join us for a virtual open house on Friday, Dec. 6 from 12-1 p.m. to learn about !

    A Zoom link will be provided upon registration for the event.

    In this interactive session you will meet Program Director Lee Eshelman and get your questions answered directly. You will also learn about the program鈥檚 focus on training mental healthcare providers in psychotherapy and psychological assessment.

    If you鈥檙e considering a career in mental health, this is a great opportunity to learn more about how our program can help you achieve your goals as well as discover career opportunities including roles in hospitals, mental health clinics and outpatient care centers

    Learn more about the

    For questions or more information, please contact Eshelman at eshelmlr@udmercy.edu.

    A photo of students at desks with textbooks open studying and interacting with instructors.

  • Holiday gift volunteer shift opportunity offered on Dec. 5

    Monday December 02, 2024

    A photograph of holiday greenery and candy canesHelp Titans Equity Nourish Network (TENN) make gifts for our neighbors and supporters while earning service hours! Volunteers will help TENN sign holiday cards, make a holiday craft and put together gift bags for our community. This service hours opportunity will take place on Thursday, Dec. 5 from 12:45-2 p.m. Location to be determined.

  • Buddy鈥檚 fundraiser to support TENN returns on Dec. 5

    Monday December 02, 2024

    Got a hankering for some tasty Detroit-style pizza? Why not eat pizza and support the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) at the same time!

    Place an order at the Buddy’s Pizza located at 17125 Conant in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5 and 20% will go to TENN. You can participate in this fundraiser by dining in, take out or delivery. Just mention to the staff you are ordering in support of the TENN fundraiser or use the promo code GIVEBACK for online orders.

    A flyer for the TENN Eat Pizza and Support TENN on Dec 9. A scan code and instructions are given to support the fundraiser. Also featuring a logo for Buddy's and TENN.

Student Spotlight

Sunday December 01, 2024


  • Student Success and Academic Support

    Student Success Center

    The Student Success Center offers a testing center, tutoring and study groups, professional mentoring, athlete study table, placement testing, and more. Some of the programs listed below are also part of the Student Success Center.

    • Academic Interest and Major Exploration (AIME)- Developmental advising and peer mentoring to conditionally admitted students.

    • Student Accessibility Services- available to all currently enrolled students who have documented disabilities that substantially limit them in one or more major life activities. Individuals eligible for services may have, but are not limited to, the following types of disabilities: mobility, orthopedic, hearing, visual, learning, psychological and attentional.

    • KCP Program - Michigan students who can benefit from improving their academic skills. Professional, confidential academic support.

    • Personal Counseling - Professional outpatient counseling and psychotherapeutic treatment is available to students at no charge.

    • Tutoring Appointments - SSC offers free tutoring in most freshman and some upper-division courses, including math, chemistry, biology, languages, philosophy, history and English. Make an appointment.

    TRIO Student Support Services

    TRIO SSS is a federally funded program designed to provide underrepresented student populations. It provides assistance with scholarship applications, academic success planning, mentoring and more.

    The Writing Center

    Work on any stage of the writing process. with peer consultants. Review your assignments, drafts, instructor feedback and questions. Get support if English is not your first language.

    Student Advising

    Work with your faculty advisor to reflect on your academic and career goals and to track your academic progress.

    Office of Equal Opportunity - Student Accommodations

    Accommodations are individualized modifications or adjustments to the academic or campus environment. Find out how to request accommodations.

    Test Prep: FREE Kaplan Courses

    Detroit Mercy has partnered with Kaplan, a global education services provider, to offer our students free access to Kaplan’s industry-leading test prep resources, including for the following graduate-level admissions and licensing exams:

  • Important Dates

    TERM I - 2024 FALL SEMESTER – 15 Weeks

    • March 18, 2024 Registration Begins
    •  Aug. 16 - 25: Early Fall  Intersession/Immersion/Experience (credit)
    • Aug. 25: Last Day to Register Before Classes Begin
    • Aug. 26: Classes Begin
    • Sept. 1: Last Day to Add a Class (web closes at midnight)
    • Sept. 1: Last Day to Delete a Class without a W grade
    • Sept. 2: Labor Day Holiday
    • Sept. 10: Celebrate Spirit!
    • Sept. 20: Deadline for Summer "I" grades
    • Oct. 7 - 8: Fall Break (no classes/university open)
    • Oct. 22: Mid-term Grades are due
    • Oct. 28: Advising for Winter/Summer begins
    • Nov. 4: for Winter/Summer begins
    • Nov. 18: Last Day to Withdraw (full semester course)
    • Nov. 27: Thanksgiving Break – University open but no classes
    • Nov 27 - Dec. 1: Thanksgiving Holiday (UNIV CLOSED)
    • Dec. 10 - 14: Final Exam Week (Tuesday through Saturday)
    • Dec. 14: Official End of Term I/Fall
    • Dec. 16: Grades due by Noon for Term I/Fall
    • Dec. 15 - 22: Late Fall Immersion/Experience (non-credit)

    Academic Calendar | Registration ScheduleOffice of the Registrar

    TERM II - 2025 WINTER SEMESTER - 16 Weeks

    • Oct 28, 2024: Advising for Term II Begins
    • Nov. 4: Registration Begins
    • Dec. 23 - Jan. 5, 2025: Early Winter Intersession/Immersion/Exp (credit)
    • Jan. 5: Registration Ends
    • Jan. 6: Classes Begin
    • Jan: 12: Last Day to Add a Class / Last Day to Delete a Class without a W grade
    • Jan. 20: MLK Holiday (UNIV CLOSED)
    • Feb. 7: Deadline for Fall "I" grades
    • Mar. 3-8: Spring Break/Intersession/Immersion/Exp (credit)
    • Mar. 10: Advising for next Fall begins 
    • Mar 17: Registration for Fall begins
    • Mar 23: Honors Convocation 
    • Mar. 26: Last Day to Withdraw (full semester course)
    • Apr. 18-20: Easter Recess (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • Apr. 22-26: Final Exam Week 
    • Apr. 27 - May 4: Late Winter Immersion/Experience (non-credit)
    • Apr. 26: Official End of Term II/Winter
    • Apr. 28: Grades due by Noon for Term II/Winter  
    • May 10: Baccalaureate/Commencement
    • Academic Calendar | Registration ScheduleOffice of the Registrar

    Summer Session III 2025 (14 weeks)

    • Nov. 4, 2024 Registration Begins
    • May 4, 2025 Registration Ends
    • May 5 Classes Begin for Summer I 2024
    • May 11 Last Day to Add a Class | Last Day to Delete a Class without a W grade
    • May 26 Memorial Day (University Closed)
    • June 19: Juneteenth Holiday (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • July 4th: Independence Day Holiday (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • July 21: Last Day to Withdraw
    • Aug. 4-9: Final Exam Week 
    • Aug. 9: Official End of Term III

    Summer Session I 2025 (7 Week Session)

    • November 4, 2024: Registration Begins
    • May 4, 2025: Registration Ends 
    • May 5: Classes Begin
    • May 26: Memorial Day (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • June 19: Juneteenth Holiday (UNIV CLOSED)
    • June 21: Official End of Summer I 

    Summer Term II 2025 (7 Week Session)

    • November 4, 2024: Registration Begins
    • June 22, 2025: Registration Ends
    • June 23: Classes Begin 
    • July 4: Independence Day (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • August 9: Official End of Summer II 
    Academic Calendar | Registration ScheduleOffice of the Registrar

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    Emergency Assistance

    911 Police – Fire – Medical

    University of Detroit Mercy Public Safety/Emergency Line — 313-993-1123

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    University of Detroit Mercy Public Safety Escort Services
    McNichols Campus — 313-993-1234
    School of Law — 313-993-1234
    School of Dentistry — 313-494-6706

    TALK National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7) — 800-273-TALK (800-273-8255

    HELP Treatment Referral Hotline (Substance Abuse) — 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

    Crisis Text Line Get Help Now (24/7) — Text START to 741-741

    Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network Sexual Assault National Line — 800-656-HOPE (800-656-4673)

    Rape Victim’s Assistance Program at Detroit Police Department Crisis Line — 313-833-1660

    Collegiate Assistance Program (Nurse Line 24/7) — 877-643-5130

    Center for Disease Control, National STD and AIDS Hotline — 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)

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