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 […]
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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 […]
Thanksgiving break evokes fun, sad, fiery memories
Food, fights and fire are part of the Thanksgiving memories of University of Detroit Mercy students. In light of the holiday break, which begins next Wednesday, Nov. 25, The Varsity News asked a few students to share their favorite Thanksgiving memories. Senior political science major Zana Brown spent many holidays […]
Physical, mental gains seen in workouts
Student-athletes at UDM put in a lot of time preparing themselves for the rigors of a long season. While polishing the skills specific to their sport is important, they also devote a large amount of time to preparing their bodies as well. From lifting weights to running sprints, athletes at […]
On the road: First bus trip of season a learning experience
The season has been extremely busy so far with having morning film, practice and weights, as well as practice in the afternoon. It has been tiring going up against your teammates and the same guys over and over again. This weekend we played in Chicago against DePaul University. This was […]
Titans have talent- and question marks
After a second straight season finishing below .500, coach Ray McCallum is on the hot seat. He has now officially lost more games than he has won while in Detroit. A 15-18 record in 2014-15, including a seventh-place Horizon League finish, could prove to be the penultimate straw in his […]
Freshman Gibson has Detroit roots
Jalen Gibson is one of three freshmen on the men’s basketball team. Continuing with his “entrance interview” series on incoming Titans, VN sports writer Karic Jones sat down with Gibson. Jalen, you played at River Rouge. Are you from there or did you move to River Rouge for high […]
Stressed? Music, exercise, peace can help
Feeling stressed? At UDM’s annual health fair Oct. 27 in the Fountain Lounge, Annamaria Silveri, director of the Wellness Center, and counselor Marjorie Lang were among those providing advice. Occupying two tables, they handed out flyers and business cards, and offered visits to students who may be experiencing pressure and […]
With ‘ghosting,’ relationships end in digital silence
Do you know what ghosting is? If you think the term ghosting refers to the spirit of a dead person, you are wrong. Ghosting is when a person in a relationship stops all communication with the significant other instead of telling the person that it’s over. The person just seamlessly […]
