Arnold D’Ambrosio has been named the university’s vice president for advancement. D’Ambrosio, a native Detroiter, will be responsible for leading the university’s development, alumni relations and communications programs in order to build awareness of the university and secure the philanthropic resources to sustain and advance UDM’s mission, according to a […]
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UDM student talked down from building
A sense of relief spread through a gathered crowd last week after a suicidal student came down safely from atop a UDM building. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, a student was spotted atop the powerhouse near the base of the clock tower. “The department contacted the Detroit police and fire departments […]
Campus focus is on hunger this week
This week is National Hunger and Homelessness week and in recognition UDM has several events planned. Tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 19, a “leadership slam” featuring Janet Lawson, director of the Ford Volunteer Corps and Ford Mobile Food Pantry Program, will be held in C & F 228 from 12:45 to 2 […]
1st Gen
College-life brings many new challenges and obstacles for students. For most, comfort is found through reassurances from parents or family members who have taken the journey before them. However, not all students have this luxury. First-generation students are the first members of their families to attend a four-year college or […]
Acapella singers launch new group
ldquo;Nothing but Treble,” an acapella group, has taken flight at the University of Detroit Mercy. Founder Ashe’ Lewis got the idea from her favorite movie, “Pitch Perfect,” and decided that now was the time to launch the organization on campus. “I was hesitant at first but I went out on […]
Guns on campus? Debate comes to UDM
University of Detroit Mercy student Derick Casier, the son of a police officer, grew up in a house with guns. He is comfortable around them, knows how to use them and has a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) that permits him to carry a firearm most places. Casier, a computer information […]
Ups, downs with temp. McNichols entrance
A new McNichols entrance is under construction and expected to be finished for the start of winter semester. The entrance closed in October. The temporary McNichols entrance is located toward Fairfield near the multi-purpose athletic field. Commuters are still getting used to the temporary entrance. Some are having a harder […]
Briefs
McNichols entrance getting a new look UDM’s McNichols Road entrance is getting a facelift. Beginning today, Oct. 7, the McNichols entrance will be closed for renovations. Renderings of the new entrance show a more decorative archway and two entry lanes for incoming vehicles. The changes will allow visitors in one lane […]
New ministry director settles in at UDM
If you don’t know who Anita Kleug is yet, it probably won’t take long for you to hear about what she is doing in the community. The new director of University Ministry is already making a name for herself both on campus and in the Detroit beyond. Raised in Texas, […]
Pope’s U.S. visit resonates on campus
Pope Francis’ historic first visit to the United States was well documented. He was all over the television news channels, newspapers, radio and social media, even Snapchat. Simply put, his visits to Washington, D.C., New York City and Philadelphia were a big deal. While his tour in the United States […]
