As the school year draws to a close, the excitement in the air is palpable, especially for the seniors who are preparing to take the next big step in their lives. After years of hard work, dedication and personal growth, the University of Detroit Mercy class of 2025 is ready […]
Author: Jillian Leever
Jarvis leading UDM women’s lacrosse in breakout year
Junior midfielder Alyssa Jarvis is making headlines in her third season with the University of Detroit Mercy women’s lacrosse team—this time for reaching a career-high in goals and netting five in a single game against Akron. But those stats are just part of the story. “I knew I wanted to […]
OPINION: Pistons rebuild an inspiration to Detroit
Growing up in Detroit, you learn real quick that loyalty runs deep — especially when it comes to our sports teams. We don’t jump ship when things get rough. We ride it out. That’s what being a Detroiter is all about: sticking with it, even when it’s hard. So, when […]
Detroit Mercy students, staff prepare for 2025 commencement
As the Class of 2025 prepares to walk across the stage on May 10, Detroit Mercy is planning a celebration that reflects not only academic achievement, but also the university’s core values of leadership, service and community. With a powerful speaker, an inspiring valedictorian and strong participation from graduates, this […]
Detroit Mercy’s CHASS celebrates first graduating class under new name
The University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) will graduate its first class under its new name on May 10, an official shift from once was. Notably, this shift revitalizes CHASS’ identity, one that students and staff believe reflects growth, clarity and a new sense […]
OPINION: ‘Minecraft’ a movie for gamers and non-gamers
When you hear that a “Minecraft” movie is coming out, it’s easy to be skeptical. How do you turn a game that’s all about building and surviving into a movie with an actual storyline? Somehow, the creators made it work—and honestly, they made it work really well. The “Minecraft” movie […]
De-stress Fest comes at right time for UDM students
As finals approach and academic pressure intensifies, students were given a much-needed opportunity to slow down and recharge during De-stress Fest, held on April 14 at the Student Fitness Center. The event, which ran from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and featured a wide variety of activities aimed at promoting student […]
Detroit Mercy’s Delta Psi chapter builds sisterhood
The Delta Sigma Theta sorority chapter at Detroit Mercy, Delta Psi, gives the campus an ideal example of what sisterhood actually is. Delta Sigma Theta (DST) is an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and public service with a primary focus on the […]
OPINION: I don’t like folk music, but Bon Iver is okay
On April 11, Bon Iver released “SABLE, fABLE” its fifth studio album. This album is a continuation of their most recent ep “SABLE.” This album is two sided, with Disc 1 being “SABLE.” Disc 2 includes the additions which make it a full album, presumably called “fABLE.” Bon Iver originated as […]
OPINION: ‘Last of Us’ is great television
HBO finished making the much-anticipated TV show based on the popular video game “The Last of Us” at the end of March. The show lives up to the hype. The show was made by Craig Mazin, who is known for “Chernobyl,” and Neil Druckmann, who made the game itself. It […]