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• August 28: Detroit Mercy student orgs to be showcased at Titan Fest, Sept. 5

  Thursday August 28, 2025
  

  Detroit Mercy’s annual student organization fair is set for Friday, Sept. 5, from 3-5 p.m. at the Fisher Fountain outside the Student Union.

  Explore all the unique and incredible student organizations the University has to offer and find the right fit for you while enjoying music, fair foods, face painters and more. Be one of the first 500 students to visit the Student Life tent and grab a new free T-shirt (sponsored by Alliance Catholic Credit Union).

  Student organizations that still need to reserve their table may do so at the link below. Organizations MUST be registered before reserving their table.

  For any questions, contact the Assistant Director of Student Life Emily Johnson at johnsoem6@udmercy.edu or 313-993-1593.

  

• August 28: Download your headshot from President鈥檚 Convocation and submit a person page update

  Thursday August 28, 2025
  

  Headshot photographs taken by MarCom鈥檚 photographer at President鈥檚 Convocation are now available for the University community to download.

  The photos can be听.听

  Want to use your headshot on your person page? After downloading it from the OneDrive folder, employees can听submit the photograph and any additional updates through MarCom鈥檚 web request form听by clicking 鈥淐reate/Update a bio (person) page.鈥澨�

  Person pages are biographies for employees who are in public facing positions such as full-time faculty at the University.

• August 28: Pickleball for faculty, staff returns Thursdays at Student Fitness Center

  Thursday August 28, 2025
  

  Faculty and staff pickleball has returned to the Michael & Gail Whitty Student Fitness Center this fall.听The schedule for Aug./Sept. is as follows:

  • Thursday, Aug. 28, 5:15-6:15 pm 鈥� Open Play
  • Thursday, Sept. 4, 5:15-6:15 pm 鈥� Pickleball 101 Clinic
  • Thursday, Sept. 11, 5:15-6:15 pm 鈥� Open Play
  • Thursday, Sept. 18, 5:15-6:15 pm 鈥� Open Play
  • Thursday, Sept. 25, 5:15-6:15 pm 鈥� Open Play
  • Saturday, Sept. 27, 5-7 pm 鈥� Homecoming Clinic & Competition

  The indoor sessions are for everyone, from seasoned players to those curious and wanting to try something new. It’s a great way to unwind, connect and have fun with the Detroit Mercy community. Paddles and balls are provided free of charge.

  Participation is completely voluntary; no commitment is required. Just come as you are, and enjoy some friendly competition and Titan camaraderie. Feel free to bring along a colleague or invite one outside guest for a $5 fee at the front desk.

  Want to see what pickleball is all about? We hope to see you on the courts!

  

• August 27: TENN deliveries start next week, volunteers needed

  Wednesday August 27, 2025
  

  Start the year off strong by volunteering for Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) and get to know our wonderful neighbors. Produce deliveries start next week!

  Get in on the action and sign up for from 1:30-3 p.m. or from 10-11:45 a.m.

  Join the fun and community building as TENN packs fresh produce and delivers it to the doors of the University’s neighbors.

  With any questions, please email Chelsea Manning at mannincp@udmercy.edu.

  

   

• August 27: Volunteers needed for TENN鈥檚 greenhouse setup

  Wednesday August 27, 2025
  

  Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) is looking for volunteers to help prepare the new greenhouse space in the Ford Life Sciences building for the upcoming season! Assistance with cleaning and preparing the area for future planting is needed.

  Please wear clothes you don鈥檛 mind getting dirty and bring water and your positive energy.

• August 27: Law鈥檚 113th annual Red Mass set for Sept. 23

  Wednesday August 27, 2025
  

  and the legal community will celebrate the 113th annual Red Mass at noon Tuesday, Sept. 23, inside at the Riverfront Campus.

  Red Mass is an occasion for judges, attorneys, civic leaders and law students of all faiths to come together and pray for blessings and strength in the coming year鈥檚 work.

  This year鈥檚 Red Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger of the Archdiocese of Detroit. The Honorable Shalina D. Kumar ’96 of the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, will lead the Renewal of the Lawyer鈥檚 Oath of Commitment.

  A luncheon reception in the atrium at Detroit Mercy Law will immediately follow the service.

  

• August 27: CHASS to kick off school year at welcome bash, Sept. 4

  Wednesday August 27, 2025
  

  All are invited to join the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) for an afternoon of fun, food and festivities to welcome students back to campus. This welcome bash is set for Thursday, Sept. 4 from 3-4:30 p.m. on the patio of the Briggs Building.

  What to expect?

  • Ballpark-style food
  • Live music
  • Raffles & prizes
  • Games and activities
  • Free CHASS swag
  • A special announcement exclusive to attendees

  This is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow students and get to know CHASS faculty and staff.