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 […]
Author: Joshua Johnson
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 […]
New student org looks for entrepreneurs
One of Detroit Mercy’s newest student organizations, the Entrepreneurship Association, is also a first of its kind on campus. New as of this semester, the group explores everything from passions and interests to potential career paths and business concepts, providing members with the opportunity to network, consult, pitch and compete. […]
May trip to India will include guided tours of historic sites
University of Detroit Mercy students and faculty will soon get an opportunity to travel to India. The trip takes place next semester from May 15-23. The group will visit multiple cities and historic sites like the Taj Mahal, with local experts sharing their knowledge of the landmarks. Multiple information sessions have […]
Experience speaking at Mackinac conference leaves lasting impression on young attendees
The Skillman Foundation brought three young people – including myself — to speak at the Mackinac Policy Conference this past summer, which made us the youngest speakers in the history of the annual gathering. The Mackinac Policy Conference is the Detroit Regional Chamber’s statewide event, which allows Michigan’s most influential audience […]
True (Honolulu) blue fan
Everyone has that one friend who lives in Metro Detroit but roots for a seemingly random football team. In fact, three of my closest friends root for the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers. Even though it seems everybody jumps ship when it comes to the Lions, Ford Field […]
Concussion crisis
Hit after hit, tackle after tackle, NFL players take a beating every game. Each play is fast and physical and in the heat of the moment, one wrong hit can end a player’s career. American football is known for being a “man’s sport.” It is aggressive, violent and dangerous. Injuries that […]
Whitmer vs. Dixon
Students at the University of Detroit Mercy say abortion, inflation, education and religious freedom are among the most important issues in the upcoming election to determine Michigan’s next governor. Republican Tudor Dixon, who has never held office, is looking to unseat Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat. Early voting in Michigan […]
