I didn’t think I’d be in a car accident. It was an ordinary day, and I drove as usual. Then everything changed all of a sudden. There was a loud crash. The noise was like metal and glass breaking. It all took place so quickly. My hands began to shake, […]
Author: Legend Geeter
OPINION: Booker’s speech makes powerful political statement
In a dramatic and historic display of political defiance, Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) delivered a 25-hour and 5-minute speech on the Senate floor, setting a new record for the longest continuous address in U.S. Senate history. The speech, which began at 7:00 p.m. on March 31 and concluded just after […]
Led by alums, Leadership Slam inspires UDM students
On April 15, Detroit Mercy held its annual Leadership Slam, held and organized by Kathleen Zimmerman-Oster. This year’s Slam had two former Detroit Mercy alumni speakers, Angelo Vitale and Michael Birney, as they offered an inspirational presentation by offering up their own advice based on their personal experiences on their […]
OPINION: ‘Sinners’ one of 2025’s best films
Ryan Coogler’s new film, “Sinners” was released in theaters on April 18. The movie stars many well-known celebrities such as Hailee Steinfeld, Omar Benson Miller, and one of the film’s main characters, Micheal B. Jordan. The movie is a supernatural horror film set in the 1930s in the southern United […]
OPINION: Gun control back in spotlight but issue hard to remedy
On April 17, tragedy struck as Florida State University, where a shooter broke out on campus, injuring six and killing two people. The suspect was identified as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, who used his mother’s handgun. Ikner’s stepmother is a sheriff’s deputy with the Leon County Sheriff’s Office. Ikner exited the […]
OPINION: ‘Conclave’ relevant to all backgrounds
As a 21-year-old Black man navigating college, identity and life in a society that constantly challenges who you are and who you’re becoming, I didn’t expect “Conclave” — a film about cardinals choosing the next pope — to resonate with me. But surprisingly, it did. Directed by Edward Berger and […]
A recap of the 2025 Student Leadership and Service Awards hosted by Student Life
On April 10, the Student Leadership and Service Awards hosted by Student Life took place in the Student Union Ballroom. The ceremony also held the induction for Detroit Mercy’s Chapter of the National Society for Leadership and Success (NSLS). NSLS is a prestigious honor society which spotlights exemplary leaders on […]
Student Accounting Firm providing community tax services
As tax season approaches, the Student Accounting Firm (SAF) at the University of Detroit Mercy is making a significant impact by providing tutoring, tax assistance and financial guidance to students across campus. Led by a dedicated team of accounting majors, the organization offers valuable real-world experience to its members while […]
UDM alum Luther Keith dies, leaves legacy in Detroit
University of Detroit Mercy alumnus Luther Keith died on March. 5, at the age of 74, leaving behind a rich legacy through his work as a renowned journalist, activist and blues musician. Keith’s career in journalism began at The Varsity News, UDM’s student newspaper, where he established himself as […]
Detroit Mercy leading scorer explains decision to return
As I sit back and reflect on my journey, I realize how much basketball has shaped who I am. It’s been a crazy ride full of ups, downs and unexpected turns. But after much thought and countless conversations with my family, coaches and teammates, I made the decision to enter […]
