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• February 10: Stories that shape us: ‘Redemption Road,’ special screening set for Feb. 11

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  As part of Black History Month, Detroit Mercy will hold a special screening of the award‑winning documentary Redemption Road, on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 5:30–8 p.m., in Room 113 of the Ford Life Sciences Building.

  The documentary tells a story of transformation, tracing the life of Yusef Bunchy Shakur from a childhood shaped by abandonment and violence to his emergence as a respected community leader and thinker.

  The screening will be followed by a conversation with Shakur. All members of the campus community are welcome to attend.

  This event is supported through a grant from the University’s Mission Micro Grant Program.

  For more information, please contact Stacey Stevens at stevenst@udmercy.edu.

  RSVP here.

• February 10: NAMI ‘In Our Own Voice’ presentation set for Feb. 19

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  The College of Health Professions (CHP) will host a special presentation in partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Metro Chapter on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 12:45-1:55 p.m., in Room 114 of the Health Professions Facility.

  Emergency medicine physician Aria Darling will share her personal lived experience with a mental health condition through the NAMI “In Our Own Voice” program.

  This session offers an opportunity to learn directly from a healthcare professional who has navigated mental health challenges, helping to deepen understanding and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health conditions and seeking treatment.

  This event is supported by a Mission Micro Grant and hosted by the CHP Wellness Committee.

  

• February 10: Movie night featuring ‘Sister Act’ to air in Mercy Gathering Place, Feb. 28

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  University Ministry and Home Away From Home will host a movie night on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 6 p.m. The classic comedy Sister Act (1992) will be shown in the Mercy Gathering Place, located on the first floor of Shiple Hall.

  Bring a friend and come warm up with free homemade soup, hot chocolate, baked goods and, of course, plenty of popcorn.

  This event is open to all students and faculty.

  

   

• February 10: Black Excellence Tailgate & Greek Night set for Feb. 20

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  Kick off a Titans men’s basketball game while celebrating Black History Month at the Black Excellence Tailgate & Greek Night pregame event on Friday, February 20. All are invited.

  The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Whitty Student Fitness Center on the McNichols Campus with camaraderie and food trucks, and just before the 7 p.m. tip, attendees will join a Cass Tech High School Marching Band drumline-led march from the Student Fitness Center into Calihan Hall.

  The Titans men’s basketball squad hosts the Milwaukee Panthers, with a special Black History Month celebration featuring a Divine Nine performance at halftime. This event is co‑hosted by the Black Student Union and University Athletics.

  

• February 10: Speaker Josh Rivedal brings ‘The i’Mpossible Project’ to UDM, Feb. 12

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  Detroit Mercy will host an uplifting event for students focused on mental well‑being and thriving during the college experience on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 12:30-2 p.m., in the Student Union Ballroom.

  As part of The i’Mpossible Project, Josh Rivedal couples stand‑up comedy with a keynote designed to teach students “How to live mentally well and crush it in college,” bringing mental health awareness to the McNichols Campus.

  Rivedal has dedicated his life and career to bring awareness to mental health issues, suicide prevention and social change. In May 2011, he launched the one-man show and suicide prevention keynote Kicking My Blue Genes in the Butt at Baruch College in New York City. In 2013, Skookum Hill published his memoir, The Gospel According to Josh: A 28-Year Gentile Bar Mitzvah, now on the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s recommended reading list. In 2014, Rivedal launched The i’Mpossible Project and since then has released four additional books. He continues to provide programming that positively influences and affects people worldwide–providing hope, help and life-saving skills.

  This event is open to all students and offers an encouraging space to learn, laugh and strengthen mental well‑being.

  

• February 10: Celebrate Tommy Titan’s birthday with photos and cake, Feb. 12

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  Tommy Titan’s birthday is almost here!

  All are invited to stop by the Whitty Student Fitness Center on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 5-6 p.m., to enjoy cake and take a picture with the UDM’s fearless mascot.

  Cake will be available while supplies last.

• February 10: Pray the Rosary for February intention in Holy Spirit Chapel, Feb. 11

  Tuesday February 10, 2026
  

  

  University Ministry will host a special time of prayer and reflection on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 4 p.m., inside of the Holy Spirit Chapel, located in the Student Union, Lower Level.

  Together, we will pray the Rosary, a traditional Catholic devotion, in support of Pope Leo XIV’s monthly intention for February: that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.

  While the rosary is a traditional Catholic prayer, all are welcome to participate. Rosary beads and easy-to-follow how-to guides will be provided.

  For any questions, please contact glafond@udmercy.edu.