Self-defense is important and can take on many forms: a punch, a kick, or even just a word. All these things were taught earlier this month at a “Take Action” self-defense class held inside the fitness center. Tanya Panizzo taught the lesson. She is the creator of Fighting Spirit Personal Safety, a […]
Author: Joshua Johnson
Tree lighting, ‘De-Stress Fest’ herald end of fall semester
The University of Detroit Mercy will host its annual tree lighting ceremony and “De-Stress Fest” at the end of this month as a way for students to celebrate the holidays. The event will take place inside the Fitness Center from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 30 and will include […]
Esports Club looks to level up with new members, leagues
Video games, competitions and lots of fun. The Detroit Mercy Esports Club, now in its second year on campus, is growing rapidly and has big plans for the future. What started out in Junior Computer Science major Logan Manor’s bedroom in 2020 at the height of the coronavirus pandemic has now turned […]
Women’s team seeks stability with new coach
The Detroit Mercy women’s basketball team limped to a 1-29 record last season after expe- riencing a complete roster turnover following a coaching scandal. This year, the team is looking to move beyond its recent struggles and establish a new culture. While there is some semblance of stability with seven […]
Unfinished business
With its star player returning for one final run at a NCAA Tournament appearance, the University of Detroit Mercy men’s basketball team has high expectations for the 2022-23 season. The team was picked to finish sixth overall in the Horizon League’s preseason poll, but Head Coach Mike Davis said the team […]
Panel examines overlap of LGBTQ, faith experiences
Despite the Catholic church’s official stance opposing same-sex marriage, the two sides are necessarily diametrically opposed, according to a panel of speakers who discussed the overlap of LGTBQ and faith experiences. Sponsored by University Ministry, the event last month included Hsiao-Lan Hu, a professor of Women and Gender Studies at Detroit […]
Anime Club has fun watching shows, playing video games
ldquo;I have the power of God and anime on my side.” A quote from an old Vine clip serves as the motto of Detroit Mercy’s Anime Club. The group, which celebrates all things related to the Japanese style of animated shows and movies, holds numerous events throughout the year on campus. The […]
A pep in their step
For students who are a part of the University of Detroit Mercy’s pep band, their instrument gives them a ticket to travel across the Horizon League and have fun while watching basketball games. The band is open to students who know how to play instruments including trumpets, flutes, saxophones, trombones, clarinets, […]
Accelerated social work program coming this summer
If you like working with people or notice you get a sense of well-being by helping people, then social work may be the right career for you. Now the University of Detroit Mercy has a faster way for some students to begin working in that field. The university has developed a […]
‘Overwatch 2’ is great, but could be better with missing features
On Oct. 4, Blizzard Entertainment finally released “Overwatch 2,” a highly anticipated sequel for the fast-paced, first-person shooter franchise. However, the release came with controversy. Nearly three years ago, Blizzard announced “Overwatch 2” at Blizzcon 2019 with a focus on a new cooperative experience where players team up in a […]
