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• August 17: Detroit Mercy joins statewide direct admission initiative

  Monday August 17, 2026
  

  

  UDM is one of 18 Michigan colleges and universities participating in MI College Match, a new statewide direct admission program designed to expand college access for high school students.

  Launched by the Michigan College Access Network in partnership with education company EAB, MI College Match will connect students at more than 350 Michigan high schools with admission and scholarship opportunities.

  This effort does not require these students to complete a traditional college application. Instead, students will create a brief profile highlighting their academic achievements, interests and college preferences. Participating institutions, including Detroit Mercy, can then extend admission offers and share scholarship opportunities based on anonymized student profiles.

  The initiative supports Michigan’s Sixty by 30 goal, which seeks to increase the percentage of working-age adults with a college degree or credential to 60% by 2030. It also aligns with Detroit Mercy’s Jesuit and Mercy mission of expanding access to a transformative education and helping students from all backgrounds reach their full potential.

  The MI College Match platform opens Aug. 26. Students who complete a profile by Sept. 21 will be eligible for the first round of admission offers Oct. 5.

  Learn more about MI College Match.

  

• August 17: Faculty and staff volunteers needed for PTV service days, Aug. 26-27

  Monday August 17, 2026
  

  Faculty and staff are invited to accompany incoming first-year students during a half-day service experience as part of Detroit Mercy’s Prologues, Transitions and Viewpoints (PTV) freshman orientation program. Volunteers are needed on Wednesday, Aug. 26, and/or Thursday, Aug. 27, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  Participants will meet in the Fountain Lounge of the Student Union at 8 a.m. for pre-reflection along with breakfast and orientation, followed by University-provided travel to community engagement sites. Volunteers and students will participate in service activities from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. before returning to campus for lunch.

  This year’s service opportunities include work at community gardens, a senior center, neighborhood beautification projects and agencies serving specific populations, including Focus: HOPE, Zaman International, the Islamic Center of Detroit, the Center for Works of Mercy and SDM2. Other service opportunities include work with organizations focused on youth education, such as Brilliant Detroit and local elementary schools.

  As part of PTV, approximately half of the students will participate on Aug. 26 and the other half on Aug. 27. Faculty and staff may volunteer for either day or both days. Volunteers also may request a specific service site or type of work, and organizers will do their best to accommodate preferences.

  No experience is required, just a willingness to accompany new students in this part of their introduction to Detroit Mercy’s mission.

  To volunteer or learn more, please contact Fr. Tim Hipskind at hipskijt@udmercy.edu or 313-993-2003. Be sure to indicate which day or days you are available.

• August 17: UDM student organizations to be showcased at Titan Fest, Sept. 11

  Monday August 17, 2026
  

  

  The annual student involvement fair, Titan Fest, returns to the McNichols Campus on Sept. 11 at 3 p.m.

  Held around the Fisher Fountain, Titan Fest is the best spot for students who are interested in joining a student organization to learn about their options at UDM. This year’s event will showcase all returning student organizations, student-facing campus resources, delicious carnival style food, contests and more.

  Hosting an organization’s table at Titan Fest? Make sure you’re recognized by completed the appropriate registration steps by Sept. 4.

  For those who are interested in having a table at Titan Fest but are not representing a student organization, email Assistant Director of Student Life Emily Johnson at johnsoem6@udmercy.edu to make a request.

  

   

• August 16: UDM to sponsor Arts Beats & Eats Festival, Sept. 4-7

  Sunday August 16, 2026
  

  The 2026 Arts Beats & Eats (ABE) Festival is scheduled for Sept. 4-7 in downtown Royal Oak, and UDM is once again a sponsor.

  Associate Vice President of University Marketing & Communications Gary J. Erwin helped announce the upcoming entertainment lineup at the July 29 festival press conference at Rock & Brews in Royal Oak. During his remarks, Erwin also announced that UDM would begin celebrating the institution’s 150th anniversary.

  The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sept. 4-6, and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. Among the featured bands are Lit, Fuel, Taking Back Sunday, Third Eye Blind, Audrey Ray, Brett Young, Chris Young, Genuwine and Kool & The Gang, among many others.

  For more on the event, check out the news coverage below:

  • Fox 2 News story
  • WDIV news stream

• August 16: Renew your student organization by Sept. 4

  Sunday August 16, 2026
  

  Titans, it’s time to submit your renewal application to continue your student organization’s active journey on campus. Submissions must be completed by Sept. 4 to be eligible for a table at Titan Fest.

  The registration form has changed this year, so pay close attention to its details. For inquiries, reach out to Assistant Director of Student Life Emily Johnson at johnsoem6@udmercy.edu.

  Reminders before applying for recognition:

  • Ensure accurate leadership is listed for communication.
  • Students are limited to officer roles in a maximum of three organizations.
  • Advisors are limited to serving as advisor for a maximum of three organizations.
  • Honor societies through a department, college or program are not required to register as organizations.
  • Club Sports/Intramurals through the Whitty Student Fitness Center are not required to register as organizations.
  • Club Sports Council as an umbrella organization should still complete the registration application. Within the roster, please include a list of the active club sports teams and the captain(s).

  Student Organization Registration Renewal Application (2026-27)

  Sorority and Fraternity Registration Renewal Application (2026-27)

• August 13: Titans of Detroit returns Sept. 18 to support Titan Athletics

  Thursday August 13, 2026
  

  

  The second annual Titans of Detroit fundraiser will take place on Friday, Sept. 18, at the Cambria Hotel Detroit, located at 600 W. Lafayette Blvd. Celebrate Titan Athletics alongside coach Mark Montgomery, coach Kiefer Haffey and special guests at an evening benefiting Detroit Mercy athletic programs.

  The evening begins with a special reception for VIPs at 5:30 p.m., followed by happy hour at 6 p.m. and then dinner at 7 p.m. in the hotel ballroom. Guests will enjoy complimentary drinks, fine dining and the opportunity to bid on exclusive auction items.

  Last year, the event brought together more than 250 UDM supporters and raised more than $110,000 for the University’s athletics programs.

  Featured guests of this year’s celebration include two-time NBA champion and Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas, who will give the keynote presentation, Hall of Fame coach Tom Izzo, NBA All-Star Derrick Coleman, Titan legend John Long, Detroit Mercy coaches and other distinguished members of the athletics community.

  Tickets are $400 per person, and complimentary valet parking is included courtesy of Cambria Hotel Detroit.

  Those interested in table sponsorships may contact Jason Clark at 313-682-3295 or clarkje2@udmercy.edu.

  Guests planning an overnight stay can receive a special hotel discount by calling 313-733-0300 and requesting the Detroit Mercy rate.

  Limited tickets are available, so register today.

  Register for Titans of Detroit here.

• August 09: Catch Titan men’s basketball in Mexico, Nov. 24-25

  Sunday August 09, 2026
  

  

  Detroit Mercy community: the Titan men’s basketball team is playing in the Cancun Challenge in Cancun, Mexico during the Thanksgiving holiday, Nov. 24-25.

  Ticket packages are available for those who would like to make the trip to Cancun.

  The last time UDM played outside of the United States during the regular season was in 1999, when the Titans competed in the San Juan Shootout in Puerto Rico. Detroit Mercy has also played regular-season games several times in Canada previously.

  Packages for the tournament won’t last. Grab yours today and spend the Thanksgiving holiday with the Titans.

  Ticket packages for the Cancun Challenge.