The College of Engineering and Science has been around 105 years — almost as long as the automobile itself. And the college is currently working on major projects with automakers and suppliers that will help the next generation of cars and trucks. One such collaboration, the Denso Project, involves students […]
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Nursing program helps save lives
The healthcare industry is always in high demand, and one of the most prominent and well-established colleges, since 1934, on the University of Detroit Mercy campus, is the College of Health Professions (CHP). Also known as the McAuley School of Nursing, the college was named after the founder of the […]
‘Biochem,’ ‘Orgo’ classes vex College of Science, Engineering students
Numerous prospective students seek University of Detroit Mercy as their higher education school of choice specifically because of the science programs that are offered here. Within the College of Engineering and Science are the studies of biology, chemistry and biochemistry, which all have direct paths to dental and medical […]
‘100 Saints’ is a play you should know
The University of Detroit Mercy theatre company’s 100 Saints You Should Know is a truthful drama that follows the journey of a priest undergoing a spiritual crisis and his interaction with a small group of people along the way that concurrently embark on spiritual inquiries of their own. It’s a […]
Alpha Phi Omega works to help city
Every Sunday at 8 p.m., members of The University of Detroit Mercy Eta Pi chapter of Alpha Phi Omega finish their weekly fraternity business meeting with a song. Then, they leave room 114 of the chemistry building with a renewed purpose to their commitment to service. Although many initially come […]
Campus cleaners
t’s hard to miss the individuals, dressed in navy blue pants and red collared shirts, who roam the halls of the University of Detroit Mercy’s academic buildings and residence halls every day. Detroit native Howard Brookins has been doing it for 27 years. “I care about all of the students,” […]
Spectrum looks to increase its presence on UDM campus
For six years, Spectrum has existed on the University of Detroit Mercy’s NcNichols campus. Once known as Gay-Straight Alliance, the name change to Spectrum allows inclusivity to all people. According to a mission statement, “Spectrum is a student ran organization that works all year round to open lines of communication […]
Dance Team finds passion in performing
Halftime at University of Detroit Mercy sporting events is usually a signal for people to leave their seats to fill their bellies, and that means many miss one of the most talented teams at UDM. The Dance Team is well aware that few pay attention to them, but it doesn’t […]
Muslim students find campus welcoming
The Muslim experience in America is one that is often misunderstood, but students at the University of Detroit Mercy say that the McNichols campus is a welcoming place. “I have never encountered any intolerance on campus,” said Zaina Azam, a junior biology major. Outside of campus, the story can be […]
Graduation looms for seniors
The real world is becoming more of a reality for three of The University of Detroit Mercy’s seniors. Graduation is not too far for Khalia J. Douglas, a criminal justice major. When she was a freshman, she worked in retail and attended school full-time. With several tasks and responsibilities on […]
