Author: Dwayne Rose

Columnists

No one should be forced to get a shot against their will

Over the past year or two, vaccine and mask requirements have been a huge topic within the media.  Tens of thousands of innocent lives have been lost.  With the cases of COVID-19 continuing to rise, both local and federal government officials have enforced mandates and stricter requirements regarding moving around […]

Columnists

Coronavirus vaccines are necessary, but should not be mandated

Vaccines play an important role in ensuring the safety of individuals and groups, but when they are mandated resistance is created. The coronavirus has caused many personal and professional inconveniences, which have altered the way of life for millions of people globally. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have […]

Columnists

Why I stopped vaping

It's been four months since I decided to quit vaping. CNN just came out with a report stating that over two million teenagers use some sort of electronic cigarette. Until a few years ago, I was one of those teenagers. I don't think I was addicted, however, especially since I’ve […]

News

A local guide to a perfect Valentine’s Day

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, finding the perfect place to spend time with your significant other might be a top priority, especially with coronavirus-related staffing shortages and social distancing rules. If you’re looking for a few spots near Detroit Mercy, consider the following: -Do you or your significant […]

News

Day of Giving to highlight philanthropy

The University of Detroit Mercy’s annual “Day of Giving” will take place Tuesday, Feb. 15, with alumni panel discussions, a prize raffle and other activities to help celebrate the school’s donors and inform current students about the impact of philanthropy. The day-long events – both virtual and in-person – are […]

News

Panel discusses rise of Muslim comedians

Dr. Samah Choudhury, an assistant professor of philosophy and religion at Ithaca College, spoke Friday, Jan. 21 on the disjointed rise of the Muslim American comedian. Prof. Katherine Merriman of the Islamic Studies program moderated the talk which was viewed by approximately 100 people live via Zoom.   The 40-minute presentation […]

Columnists

Titans look poised to make noise

With a 5-3 Horizon League record following recent wins over UIC and Milwaukee, the Titans have set themselves up for something positive to close out the season. Currently ranked fourth in the conference with nine games of league competition left, it’s safe to say that the Titans want to stay […]

Sports

Home winning streak continues despite COVID restrictions

Fans are not currently allowed to sit in the lower bowl of Calihan Hall.  The unpredictability of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the Detroit Titans basketball season. For safety reasons amid the recent spike in COVID cases, the university recently closed the lower bowl of Calihan Hall for […]

Features

Collections Resource Center makes for a unique day trip

During the excruciatingly cold Detroit winter days, museum visits are of interest as they provide a warm, indoor activity where you can experience new things and make room for your creative imagination. Aside from the well-known and heavily-visited Detroit Institute of Arts, the Henry Ford Museum, the Museum of Contemporary […]