Current Students

The College of Engineering & Science will host its 13th annual Undergraduate and Graduate Student E&S Research Symposium on Friday, Nov. 20, in the Student Union Ballroom and Fountain Lounge on the McNichols Campus.

This annual event showcases the work of UDM undergraduate and graduate students, with more than 100 research posters representing a wide range of disciplines taught at the University. Students can also highlight their work through SMORE videos, which present their research in 90 seconds or less.

Save the date and watch for more details about the symposium coming soon.

Image credit: “Father-Father” by Aaron Abney, [sic] Issue 32Would you like to see your writing, photographs or visual art published?

All Detroit Mercy students are invited to consider submitting their work to Detroit Mercy’s student art journal [sic], which is looking for poems, short stories, personal essays, photographs and other visual artwork for the next issue.

[sic] offers $100 prizes for the best visual, poetry and fiction/prose submissions. Both undergraduate and graduate students can make submissions.

The deadline for submissions is Friday, Oct. 9, and there is no limit to how many submissions a student may make.

Please contact Associate Professor of English Rosemary Weatherston with any questions at weatherr@udmercy.edu.

University of Detroit Mercy will host a fall graduate program open house on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 5-7 p.m. in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union on the McNichols Campus.

Prospective students interested in learning more about UDM graduate programs, including in-person and online options, will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, program representatives and Graduate Admissions staff.

Attendees may stop by at any time between 5-7 p.m. to ask questions, explore graduate program options and learn about the admission process. Register for graduate open house.

Nearly every UDM graduate program will be represented, except for the Dental, Optometry and Law professional programs and the Clinical Psychology doctoral program.

For additional information about UDM graduate programs, contact Associate Director of Graduate Admissions Jennifer Goethals at goethajm@udmercy.edu or at 313-993-3309.

View a listing of all UDM graduate programs.

The Center for Career & Professional Development will host a career panel featuring several members of the Corewell Health team, offering students an inside look at the many ways to build a career and make an impact within a leading healthcare organization.

The panel will take place on Monday, Oct. 26, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the Student Union Ballroom. Panelists will share how their diverse roles contribute to Corewell Health’s mission to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope.

Panelists include the following:

• Andreise De Souza – Staff physician
• Jan Harrington-Davis – SVP of Talent Attraction and UDM alumna
• Imana Minard – Director of Nursing, Emergency Services
• Jerry Price – Advisor, Belonging Partner
• Emani Jacobs – Clinical specialist lead and licensed medical social worker

Students and alumni from all UDM majors are encouraged to attend to explore career possibilities, hear firsthand advice from professionals in a variety of fields and learn how Corewell Health invests in the growth and development of its people.

With any questions, please contact careerlink@udmercy.edu or 313-993-1017.

The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) started the Michigan Veteran Friendly Schools (VFS) program in 2015-16, and Detroit Mercy has once again been awarded Gold Friendly Status for 2026-27.

The program formally recognizes higher education institutions that provide support for veterans, service members and military connected students. UDM’s Gold Status designation demonstrates the University’s ongoing efforts to improve the academic experience of these students through veteran-focused services.

In 2026, a record-breaking 73 universities, colleges, trade schools and apprenticeship programs were enrolled in the program. The increase in participation reflects Michigan’s commitment to being one of the nation’s most veteran-friendly states.

Any academic or training facility in Michigan eligible to receive veteran education benefits can apply for the program.

All UDM students are invited to an overnight fall semester retreat at the Maxis Spirituality Retreat Center in Riverview on Friday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m., until Saturday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m.  The retreat will focus on Faith in Action — connecting faith to the causes we care about.

This mid-semester retreat offers students a chance to take a break, disconnect, unwind and move at a slower pace. Included are self-care opportunities like Qigong and yoga, homemade food, witness talks, small group reflection, bonfire and more.

The cost is $20 deposit to hold your spot. The deposit will be returned at the retreat but will be forfeited for those who cancel without proper notice or fail to show up.

Transportation to and from the retreat is provided. 

Please contact Anita Klueg at kluegag@udmercy.edu with any questions.

University Recreation (URec) is bringing a new event to the turf at Titan Field on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 7-10 p.m. URec Under the Lights will feature flag football, team challenges, field games, music and food.

Students can put together a team for the flag football tournament, tug-of-war challenge, or sack relay. Team registration is available on IM Leagues.

Coming to play without a team? Gaga pit, 9 Square Air, axe throwing, giant cup pong, giant cornhole and giant horseshoes will be open throughout the event, with no registration required.

A food truck will provide free meals for the first 100 attendees. There will also be hot cider, donuts and giveaways for the first 100.

Bring your friends for one big night of recreational fun on Titan Field.

Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions Student Engagement Committee, MEAGN Program and Optometry Department will host a Trunk-or-Treat community event on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 4-6 p.m. at the Novi Campus parking lot.

This safe, fun and family-friendly event will feature treats, games, activities and community resources for attendees of all ages. Costumes are encouraged.

All are welcome to stop by for some Halloween fun!

Detroit Mercy will host the 21st annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) Conference on Thursday, Oct. 15, in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus.

This year, students, staff, administrators and faculty are invited to attend the environment-centered event for free.

The redesigned one-day conference will bring together community members of all ages to discuss critical environmental and social challenges and explore ideas for addressing them. This year’s theme is “Revolution from the Heart of Nature: Change Makers.” 

Conference topics include:

• The science behind sustainable living
• How pollution and renewable energy affect public health, especially in communities of color
• Youth leadership and environmental responsibility for community change
• Social justice and eco-spirituality
• Storm water management and flood prevention
• Water affordability and justice

The program features pre-recorded keynote presentations from nationally recognized thought leaders, including:

• Samantha Skenandore – Re-Evolving Indigeneity to Save Our Planet
• Brett KenCairn – Nature-based Climate Solutions: Centering Life to Heal the Planet
• Nina Simons – Living Between Paradigms
• Leah Penniman – Free the People! Free the Land!
• Julian Brave NoiseCat – The Epic Misadventures of the Trickster Coyote

Pre-recorded performances by Destani Wolf, the Destiny Arts Youth Performance Company, and Garth Stevenson, along with inspiring youth leadership presentations by Coley Kakols Miller and Kyle Trefny, highlight the important role young leaders play in creating a more sustainable and equitable future. 

The Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit conference is a platform for community members to network and highlight innovative approaches to environmental and social challenges. The conference is for people of all ages who are interested in exploring topics, developing skills and motivating action for the betterment of our One Earth Community.

Detroit Mercy’s McAuley School of Nursing will offer an immersion trip to Ireland from May 4-14, providing participants with the opportunity to learn about the life and work of Catherine McAuley (Foundress of the Sisters of Mercy).

Those interested in this experience are encouraged to register for an upcoming virtual information session on Monday, Oct. 12, at 6 p.m. A confirmation email with meeting details will be sent upon registration.

This immersion program is being offered as an interprofessional experience that will expose participants to not only the life and work of McAuley but also Irish culture, healthcare and history through the lens of the critical concerns of Mercy.

This opportunity is offered to UDM faculty, staff, administrators and students (third year and above).

For more information, contact Andrea Kwasky at kwaskyan@udmercy.edu.