Getting a novel published is no small feat. There’s the writing process, editing, rewriting, rejection letters, getting a publisher and, of course, finding an audience to actually read it. But on Friday, Sept. 11, three published authors held a book reading and a Q & A in the renovated Grounds […]
Author: Jack Walsworth/ VN Editor-in-Chief
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. […]
Scott aware of what’s on the horizon
After the departure of the women’s basketball coach after last season, University of Detroit Mercy Athletics Director Robert Vowels was faced with the task of filling the position. On May 5, Vowels made the announcement that he had found the person for the job. Just one day following the announcement […]
Food changes reflect aim to be more pleasing, says Sodexo boss
Has anyone noticed the Starbucks in UDM’s Library? Or the new set up of the concession stand in the library? Sodexo has made many changes on campus. It has not been a secret that many students have had problems with food options on campus, but this year will be different, […]
15 signs you’re a hopeless Titans fan
Basketball season may not be starting until November, but if you’re a Titans basketball fan you’re already thinking about coming campaign. Not sure you qualify, here are 15 ways to tell you’re a Titans fan: 1. You have a specific seat in Calihan Hall. All the diehard fans have a […]
At Nike Skills Academy, a chance to play best, meet idols
It was a very busy summer for me with all the traveling and workouts I had going on. I was fortunate enough to be one of 27 college players across the country invited to the Nike Skills Academy in Los Angeles. It was a great learning experience because of the […]
Wit, honesty mark writing in ‘Mistress’
Most filmmakers can’t fathom making one wonderful comedy in a calendar year, let alone two. On the heels of “While We’re Young,” writer/director Noah Baumbach accomplishes this pipe dream graciously with his new film “Mistress America.” Tracy (Lola Kirke) is a lonely freshman at a Columbia-esque university in Manhattan. Her […]
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 […]
Students give resolutions, advice
Every New Year lots of people make New Year’s resolutions. Many vow to lose weight, get a hold on their finances, return to the dating scene, etc. Now that the new school year has arrived, UDM’s campus is again fully occupied. There must be some new school year resolutions, right? […]
Life’s struggles can be overcome
Motivation, inspiration and self empowerment are fundamentally essential to one’s success. Life presents many struggles in the wake of our existence. My oppositions, burdens and overall attitude and perspective on life are what drove me towards my failures and success. “He who says he can and he who says he […]