With graduation comes job interviews, an often anxiety-inducing experience. Career Education Center staff at Detroit Mercy offered tips to make the experience easier at a March 14 workshop, “Tell Me About Yourself: Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions.” It focused on what steps to take in order to prepare for […]
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How will I be seen?
So the semester is coming to an end, and I constantly have this one thing on my mind. And I know what you’re thinking. She’s talking about graduation. And, yes, I am to an extent. What I constantly think and worry about is if the world will accept me as […]
Avoid procrastination, relax, get involved, junior says
During my junior year of high school, I jammed on stage and sold T-shirts and hats with my band’s name to raise money for my class. The event exhibited how I was simultaneously comfortable with my place in high school while mentally preparing myself to venture into the real world. […]
Director Papa values student, pro interaction
In the current Theatre Company production “Bus Stop,” professor Andrew Papa doubles as director. It’s an honor, he said. “I have directed off and on for quite some time now, and getting the chance to work with our students, alongside professional actors, is a one-of-a-kind experience,” he said. Papa is […]
State tourney should launch Caesars Arena
With Joe Louis Arena closing, I begin to think of all the possibilities for Little Caesars Arena. There will be amazing concerts held there and spectacular sporting events. But I have an additional idea: a tournament. Not Motor City Madness or the NCAA tournament, but a tournament that would […]
To win, Titans must fulfill individual roles
The women’s basketball season has had it share of ups and downs. This year, we’ve reached milestones that we have always dreamed about, while also letting ourselves down. One high point so far: Our team defeated Green Bay for the first time since the 2011-12 season. Green Bay has dominated […]
Last chance to catch ‘Bus stop’
ldquo;Bus Stop,” the Theatre Company’s current production, has entered its final week of performances. The remaining dates are Feb. 23-25 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 26 at 3 p.m. at the Boll Family YMCA, 1401 Broadway, Detroit. Created by William Inge, the play takes place in 1955 about 25 miles […]
Vitale, ’77 team turn out to honor Duerod
A legendary coach returned to campus to honor one of his legendary players. “Everything this man is celebrating tonight, he worked his tail off for it,” said Dick Vitale of Terry Duerod. “I could not be more proud of him.” Before he became a famous ESPN broadcaster, Vitale coached the […]
Even Lady Gaga deals with body shaming: it erodes confidence
At the Super Bowl, millions watched not only to see the Falcons and Patriots battle for the championship but also to see Lady Gaga perform at half time. Having this honor is a big deal, making the 13- to 15-minutes performance intense – and usually a medley of songs. Even […]
San Diego State next up for Titans
The women’s lacrosse team heads into its Sunday match against San Diego State with a 1-1 record. The Titans did not start the season the way they had hoped, falling 24-9 to Norte Dame Feb. 11. But they upended Butler 20-9 Feb. 18 in their second game, and expectations remain […]
