On campus in the 1970s, there would have been twice as many students, and you’d see a lot of things that didn’t linger in the university’s presence for much longer than the turn of the decade. This could have been anything from Detroit legend’s Terry Duerod and Dick Vitale elevating […]
Author: Alex Khorey
UDM alum, city council member inspires students
Detroit City Council Member and University of Detroit Mercy alumna, Gabriela Sanitago-Romero ’15, visited the McNichols campus on Feb. 19, to speak with individuals in a conversational interview. Santiago-Romero made history as the first out LGBTQ councilmember elected to Detroit City Council. During her visit, she linked her political […]
Murua sees hard work pay off for Titans this year
At the heart of Calihan Hall stands Irene Murua, a Spanish-native basketball star who has led the Titans on the court for the past three seasons. But now as a senior student-athlete, she faces uncertainty between careers, countries and crossroads. Murua stands at the intersection of her collegiate career, contemplating […]
Detroit Mercy Pride has semester full of events ahead
For Winter 2024, Detroit Mercy Pride will be hosting activities for queer people and allies to feel represented on campus with a documentary screening, pride week, theatrics, service learning, panels, sports, tea parties and graduation gear. Advisor Megan Novell, the Director of the Women’s and Gender Studies Program, will have […]
Winter 2025 brings study abroad program in India to UDM
The University of Detroit Mercy is offering a study abroad program to India at the end of Winter 2025. This international experience will last nine days, and it promises students an enriching adventure in India. This program will go to India’s famous “Golden Triangle,” which includes the cities of […]
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 […]
Men’s high jumper reaching new heights
Student athlete Cody Bartlett won the men’s high jump event in Akron, Ohio, during the University of Detroit Mercy’s track and field competition on Feb 2. This achievement is a result of Cody’s dedication and passion for jumping, which began in the 7th grade when he joined the track and […]
TENN continues to tackle Detroit’s food system in creative ways
During the Winter 2024 semester, Titan Equity Nourishment Network (TENN) is continuing its impactful work by expanding its reach to address the difficulties within the Detroit food system. TENN’s program manager, Chelsea Manning, has demonstrated strong leadership in the desire to improve access to nutritious food. “We focus on trying […]
OPINION: Apple Vision Pro impressive, but needs work
Apple’s latest tech is impressive and the best of its class, but a several thousand-dollar spend is not justified, at least not yet. In all fairness, I should begin by mentioning that I write this with a limited perspective of the Vision Pro. Frankly, augmented reality is not my expertise, […]
Club sports thriving at Detroit Mercy
Club sports have long been a staple at the University of Detroit Mercy. They have not been utilized to their fullest capacity, though. The club sports Detroit Mercy have been competitive and for social play. There are also sports clubs that are co-ed and sports clubs that offer year-round activities […]