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• June 05: Holly tree planted in Ireland as tribute to Sr. Judy Mouch

  Thursday June 05, 2025
  

  

  A heartfelt tribute was given to Judy Mouch, RSM, at the House of Mercy during the College of Health Professions McAuley School of Nursing’s fourth excursion to Dublin and Cork to walk in the footsteps of Catherine McAuley and visit locations foundational to the Sisters of Mercy.

  A holly tree was planted in the space leading up to Sister Catherine McAuley’s grave.

• June 05: Livernois-West McNichols named Michigan Main Street, bringing support for Live6 Alliance

  Thursday June 05, 2025
  

  The revitalization of Detroit continues. The Livernois-West McNichols area, close to the McNichols Campus, has been designated as a Michigan Main Street. By joining the Michigan Main Street program, Live6 Alliance will receive five years of hands-on expert support from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. This support will focus on revitalizing the strategic corridor in northwest Detroit. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was on-hand for the announcement, on Tuesday, June 3. It brings support for Live6 Alliance, which has been tied into the University since its founding in 2015. Full video/story from WXYZ/Channel 7.

• June 05: Roy McCalister’s mental health seminar set for June 14

  Thursday June 05, 2025
  

  

  Join the University for Detroit City Council member Roy McCalister’s mental health seminar to learn tips and tricks for improving your mental well-being. The seminar takes place Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus.

  A panel discussion will follow presentations from therapists, advisors, law enforcement officials and the hosts of the What Up Doe podcast.

  If you want to learn strategies and practical tips to boost your mental well-being, you won’t want to miss this FREE event. Lunch will also be provided.

  Register Here!

• June 04: Uncle of newly-elected Pope was longtime University professor

  Wednesday June 04, 2025
  

  John Centi Prevost

  Detroit Mercy has connections to the newly-elected Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope from the United States.

  Pope Leo’s uncle, John Centi Prevost, was a longtime modern and foreign languages professor at the University of Detroit. He specialized in French. He began teaching at University of Detroit in 1953 and also had teaching stints at Wayne State University. He finished his teaching career at U-D (1975-85).

  John Prevost is the brother of Pope Leo’s father, Louis Prevost. They both grew up in Hyde Park, in Chicago, Illinois.

  Both Pope Leo and his uncle have ties to Michigan. His holiness attended high school at St. Augustine Seminary in Saugatuck, Michigan area on the west side of the state.

• June 03: CES named University Partner of the Year by Engineering Society of Detroit

  Tuesday June 03, 2025
  

  University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science has been named the University Partner of the Year for 2025 by the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD).

  The school was nominated for its support of the ESD, in particular for its plans to host its Girls in Engineering Academy (GEA) and Boys in Engineering Academy (BEA), programs designed to empower rising sixth graders to pursue STEM fields. Detroit Mercy Engineering students and faculty members will assist with instruction, designing hands-on projects for the students in the Academy.

  “We’re honored to be recognized by the Engineering Society of Detroit,” said Katherine Snyder, dean of the College of Engineering & Science. “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to empower the next generation of engineers, and we’re proud to support programs like GEA and BEA that help develop the engineering talent in our community.”

  As in the past, the College will partner with Detroit-based construction company Walbridge on the two academies.

  The award will be presented during the ESD Annual Dinner on June 24.

• June 03: Volunteers need for TENN summer deliveries

  Tuesday June 03, 2025
  

  

  Titans, we need YOU! The Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) deliveries take place all summer long, and volunteers are needed to help deliver fresh produce to our neighbors.

  Please consider lending a hand with your muscles and cheerful personalities while bringing some smiles to the Detroit Mercy neighboring communities.

  Tap on the links below to sign up for bi-weekly Friday and Wednesday deliveries. Your participation is greatly appreciated.

  For questions please email Chelsea Manning at mannincp@udmercy.edu.

  Sign up for Friday Deliveries! Sign up for Wednesday deliveries!

  

• June 03: UDM summer reading program returns for 2025

  Tuesday June 03, 2025
  

  

  The Institute of Reading Development‘s Summer Reading Program is back for summer 2025.

  Since 1996, Detroit Mercy has partnered with the Institute of Reading Development, a nationwide leader in reading instruction, to help students in every grade—from pre-K through high school—build the reading skills they need to succeed.

  Did you know students can lose two to three months of reading progress over summer break? These summer reading programs turn potential setbacks into real gains and send students back to school confident and ready to excel!

  Unlock your child’s potential with fun programs that have already helped more than 3 million students gain confidence and skills.

  Enrollment is now open! Limited spots are available. UDM employees receive a $99 DISCOUNT for enrolling their children.

  Secure your child’s spot here!