This spring break, I traveled to Cuba alongside a group of 20 individuals from the University of Detroit Mercy. The experience changed my life. Cuba, a country with a unique history and blend of complexity and beauty, is unlike any place I had been to before. Although I did enjoy […]
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OPINION: It’s time to open up more Detroit Mercy entrances
At the University of Detroit Mercy, the one entrance to the campus seems to always be backed up. Such a decision often overlooked is the use of other school building entrances. While it may seem trivial, the choice of which entrance to prioritize can significantly impact safety, traffic flow and […]
OPINION: ‘Dune: Part Two’ a sequel worth watching
The sequel to “Dune,” “Dune: Part Two,” came out on March 1 and it has fans raving. The film is directed by Denis Villeneuve, who co-wrote with Jon Spaihts. This film is an epic science fiction film. The first movie is based off the book published in 1965 and written […]
OPINION: Racism experiences across my world travels
An important and sensitive topic that has been ongoing all over the word and talked about nonstop for a long time is racism. Indeed, every continent has faced and experienced in some ways some form of racism, and you can find it in all kinds of domains. Mostly it is […]
OPINION: ‘Henry Sugar’ a mystical ride for audiences
“The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More” is a captivating and interesting movie based on the life of Henry Sugar. Told through film adaptations of Ronald Dahl’s intriguing short story collection, the film, which is directed by the visionary filmmaker Wed Anderson, is a cinematic masterpiece that contains […]
OPINION: ‘BMF’ a local show worth watching
Black mafia family, most known as “BMF,” is a TV series that was created back in 2021 by Randy Huggins and sponsored by the famous artist, rapper and actor 50 Cent. This series is inspired from a true story, which makes it more interesting and intriguing to watch. “BMF” is […]
OPINION: ‘Drive to Survive’ is not for all racing fans
Season 6 of the Netflix-exclusive docuseries “Drive to Survive” revs up the excitement for many Formula 1 fans as the 2024 season is well underway, but unfortunately, while the show delivers in some areas, it lacks in several others. As an avid fan of Formula 1 and motorsports as a […]
OPINION: ‘Ordinary Angels’ an extraordinary film
When it comes to releasing exceptional films, Lionsgate has no limits, from “The Hunger Games” to “Sinister, and now with their latest release “Ordinary Angels.” The film was released on Feb. 23 and is based on a true story of locals in Louisville, Ky. Sharon Stevens, played by famous actress […]
OPINION: Catholicism and theater share strong connection
In modern society, faith and the arts are often perceived as conflicting. However, there is a unique intersection in these two areas of devotion for those involved in their faith and the theatre. Growing up a devout Catholic with an avid enthusiasm for theatre, I’ve come to discover how these […]
OPINION: Detroit Mercy would benefit from investing in local neighborhood
University of Detroit Mercy has an incredible opportunity to enhance and improve the McNichols campus for future generations. UDM should make a commitment to invest in the area. It would greatly improve student life and the community. By investing in the neighbourhood, UDM could increase attendance and become more competitive […]