If you don’t know who Anita Kleug is yet, it probably won’t take long for you to hear about what she is doing in the community. The new director of University Ministry is already making a name for herself both on campus and in the Detroit beyond. Raised in Texas, […]
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Pope’s U.S. visit resonates on campus
Pope Francis’ historic first visit to the United States was well documented. He was all over the television news channels, newspapers, radio and social media, even Snapchat. Simply put, his visits to Washington, D.C., New York City and Philadelphia were a big deal. While his tour in the United States […]
Weighty issues drive ‘Whale’
UDM’s Theatre Company debuted its first production of its 45th season on Friday. “The Whale” explores the life of Charlie, a depressed and ill 600-pound man as he struggles to reconnect with his daughter and himself. It is also the first show for UDM at The Ringwald, a theater located […]
Oregon killings unsettle UDM students
The killing of nine people at an Oregon community college last week resonated across the McNichols campus. Twenty-six-year-old Chris Harper Mercer also injured ten others at Umpqua Community College. The massacre stopped only when Mercer was engaged by authorities, and shot himself. The gunman targeted Christians specifically. “I think it’s […]
Fall break provides time to study, relax
The first break is fast approaching, and UDM students are eagerly awaiting their chance to relax after several weeks of school. The break means there will be no classes next Monday or Tuesday, Oct. 12-13. UDM junior Mona Hammoud will be going to a haunted house with a few friends. […]
Sexual assault focus of movie, talk on campus this Thursday
In an effort to battle sexual assault, the student-run Detroit Prevention and Awareness in the Community, or DPAC, is teaming up with UDM’s Honors Program to bring students a screening of the critically acclaimed documentary “The Hunting Ground.” The event will be held on McNichols campus on Thursday, Oct. 8, […]
Charges dismissed in sex assault case
Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has decided to not charge a UDM student who was apprehended after a criminal sexual assault was reported on the McNichols campus. Maria Miller, a spokeswoman for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, said Tuesday there was insufficient evidence to proceed with the case. She said prosecutors […]
A brief roundup
Howard will play basketball in Spain Juwan Howard Jr. will be taking his talents to Spain. The former Titan signed a contract with Café Candelas Breogan of the Spanish League on Sept. 9. After graduating, Howard spent part of his summer playing for the Miami Heat in the NBA Summer […]
New video board, sound system will rock Calihan Hall
A lot of exciting things are happening at historic Calihan Hall. The athletic department is installing a new video board and sound system. The scoreboard will have screens on it, allowing a new experience for fans. This new fan experience will bring a new type of atmosphere to Calihan Hall. […]
Long overdue, roads undergo total repavement
It’s no secret that roads in the Detroit area are sub-par to say the least. Up until a few months ago, the same could have been said about those at UDM as well. However, this past summer, the University of Detroit Mercy’s Facility Operations team took initiative to fix this […]