Within the last several years, The University of Detroit Mercy has tak- en strides towards improving campus structures and facilities in a bid to create a more welcoming, modern environment for staff and students. The university recently renovated the Student Union, is in the process of updating the North Quad dorms […]
Author: Emily Colucci
Shen: Longtime economics professor known as ‘humble, gentle’ man
The Rev. Raphael Shen, a beloved Jesuit priest who for nearly half a century molded the careers of countless students as an economics professor, died on October 27 at the Colombiere Center in Clarkston, Mich. He was 84, just two days shy of his 85th birthday. Shen spent 45 years […]
Cavanagh: A pioneer in business ethics with a passion for the outdoors
The Rev. Gerald “Jerry” F. Cavanagh, a pioneer in the field of business ethics who spent more than four decades teaching at the University of Detroit Mercy, where he became a beloved figure known for an infectious smile and passion for hiking, died Nov. 8 at the Colombiere Center in Clarkston, Mich. […]
Students share Thanksgiving traditions
It’s almost turkey time. Thanksgiving is this week, and students at Detroit Mercy are excited to not only get a few days off from classes, but to spend time with their families by eating, laughing and enjoying the start of the holiday season. Justin Reynolds, a senior business major, says […]
Self-defense class teaches students how to protect from threats
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 […]
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 […]
