On the first of the month, right in front of the bookstore, the University Psychology Clinic held a screening to provide affordable psychological services to students, staff and community members. The clinic has been doing so for over 25 years. Clinic officials said the clinic upholds the university’s mission by […]
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SJP event stirs discussion about peace in Palestine
The Human Rights and Social Justice in Palestine event on Wednesday, Dec. 3, provoked discussion and debate. The dinner, film and discussion were hosted by the student organization Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP). SJP served a catered Middle Eastern dinner and showed the documentary “In the Image: Palestinian Women […]
It’s that time
With exams beginning Tuesday, Dec. 15, crunch time has begun. “I always have a lot of anxiety when final exams come around,” said Paige Dykema, a senior biology student. “But I make lists and take regular breaks to power through.” Most professors would agree that exams are nothing to […]
An icon, symbol, and memory
UDM students pass near it while walking to and from class without giving it a second thought or glance. It is the university’s most recognizable symbol – a structure older than most buildings on campus. It can be seen from some point in almost every building. University of Detroit Mercy’s […]
Aiding world’s refugees
Whether escaping political tyranny, extremist militant groups or severe poverty, more than 60 million people around the world are living in some sort of refugee camp. One UDM professor is doing his part to change in those numbers for the better. Jeffe Boats, chair of the department of mathematics, designed […]
New VP appointed
Arnold D’Ambrosio has been named the university’s vice president for advancement. D’Ambrosio, a native Detroiter, will be responsible for leading the university’s development, alumni relations and communications programs in order to build awareness of the university and secure the philanthropic resources to sustain and advance UDM’s mission, according to a […]
UDM student talked down from building
A sense of relief spread through a gathered crowd last week after a suicidal student came down safely from atop a UDM building. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, a student was spotted atop the powerhouse near the base of the clock tower. “The department contacted the Detroit police and fire departments […]
Campus focus is on hunger this week
This week is National Hunger and Homelessness week and in recognition UDM has several events planned. Tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 19, a “leadership slam” featuring Janet Lawson, director of the Ford Volunteer Corps and Ford Mobile Food Pantry Program, will be held in C & F 228 from 12:45 to 2 […]
1st Gen
College-life brings many new challenges and obstacles for students. For most, comfort is found through reassurances from parents or family members who have taken the journey before them. However, not all students have this luxury. First-generation students are the first members of their families to attend a four-year college or […]
Acapella singers launch new group
ldquo;Nothing but Treble,” an acapella group, has taken flight at the University of Detroit Mercy. Founder Ashe’ Lewis got the idea from her favorite movie, “Pitch Perfect,” and decided that now was the time to launch the organization on campus. “I was hesitant at first but I went out on […]
