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Detroit Mercy in the News
University of Detroit Mercy law students have provided free legal services for 60 years
Channel 7 WXYZ | May 22, 2025
Detroit Mercy Law students have been helping those without resources through free legal services for six decades. Various programs are truly making a difference and changing lives. Students take part in a variety of clinics with justice and thoughtful advocacy being key focuses.
Fr. Oduke on the next steps for the Catholic church after Pope Francis’ death
WDIV | April 26, 2025
Fr. Charles Oduke, vice president of Mission Integration, provided in-studio commentary for WDIV during the funeral for Pope Francis.
A clear vision of the future: A new eye institute in metro Detroit is serving students and the community
WDIV | March 12, 2025
The ability to see clearly is something many people need glasses or contacts for, which is why they get eye exams. Now, University of Detroit Mercy has the new Detroit Mercy Eye Institute in Novi, where students are learning to help people see with the right prescription, and the community is getting chance to shop for new glasses.
Coach Mark Montgomery talks UDM basketball turnaround
The Dave LewAllen Podcast | Jan. 29, 2025
Mark Montgomery outlines his vision for the program, the challenges that exist in a rebuild as well as the changes in the landscape of college basketball. He also discusses his playing days, identifies family, teammates and the coaches who have had a major impact on his life, and he shares why he loves what he does.
Alumni News
Get to know: Michelle Murphy ’98 tells a story of acceptance
Mon, 28 Jul 2025
For more than 20 years, Michelle Murphy ’98 held onto a regret from college: the time she let fear win. It was her senior year at University of Detroit Mercy and, at that time, students in the Theatre program were required to perform a solo show in order to graduate. …
University to honor seven impressive alumni with Spirit Awards
Thu, 24 Jul 2025
University of Detroit Mercy has named the recipients of this year’s Spirit of Detroit Mercy alumni awards. “These seven alumni are exactly the kind of people Detroit Mercy strives to create,” said University President Donald B. Taylor, who chose the honorees. “They have made a difference in their field and …