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 […]
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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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
