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  • Deadline for student submissions to UDM鈥檚 student art journal, Oct. 10

    Monday September 08, 2025
    A graphic of a person wearing a crown of flowers鈥淔lower Crown鈥 by Natasha Davis-Mickles, Issue 31

    Undergraduate and graduate students who would like to see their writing, photographs or visual art published should consider submitting their work to 羞羞视频鈥檚 student art journal , which is looking for poems, short stories, personal essays, photographs and other visual artwork for the 2025-26 issue.

    [sic] offers $100 prizes for the best visual, poetry and fiction/prose submissions. The deadline for submissions is Friday, Oct. 10.

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

  • Fall semester payment plans open; deadline is Sept. 15

    Monday September 08, 2025

    Students have the option to enroll in a payment plan for their fall term tuition. Payment plans are available until Sept. 15.

    To take advantage of a five-month payment option, sign up by Aug. 15.

    For questions, contact the Student Accounting Office at studentaccounts@udmercy.edu, call Transact at听1-800-339-8131 Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. or visit .

  • Celebrate Spirit! launches new school year, Sept. 11

    Monday September 08, 2025

    Celebrate Spirit! is the official kickoff to the new academic year and a University-wide celebration that welcomes our entire community of students, staff, faculty and administrators. All are welcome!

    The celebration is set for Thursday, Sept. 11 inside the Student Fitness Center. The Mass of the Holy Spirit begins at 11:30 a.m.听

    The celebration includes a Catholic Mass, and individuals from all faith traditions are warmly invited to participate or observe in a manner that feels comfortable to them.

    The guest homilist for Celebrate Spirit! is Karl J. Kiser, S.J. The event is hosted by the College of Business Administration, University Libraries, the Student Success Center, University Ministry and Mission Integration. All are invited to wear red, orange or yellow as part of the event.

    A lunch and reception will be provided in the Fountain Lounge & Terrace of the Student Union from 12:45-2 p.m.

    Celebrate Spirit! is open to all members of the 羞羞视频 community no matter their religious affiliation.

    Celebrate Spirit! 2025 invites the 羞羞视频 community to reflect on “Sustaining a Spirit of Hope” as this academic year’s theme along with our new University core values. Amid global and personal challenges and uncertainty, we are reminded that hope is not just a feeling but a daily practice — nurtured through community and grounded in discernment.

    Full information.

    A Celebrate Spirit! graphic featuring text that reads Tuesday, Sept 11, 11:30 a.m., Mass of the Holy Spirit, Fitness Center, you are invited to wear red, orange, or yellow, 1 p.m. free lunch in the Fountain Lounge. Additional text next to a logo reads, Celebrate Spirit, Sustaining a Spirit of Hope. Also featured in lower right-hand corner is a scan code for volunteers to register. Beneath that are sponsors of CHASS, University Libraries, Student Success Center, University Ministry and Mission Integration.

  • First gathering of Creative Writing Collective set for Sept. 9

    Monday September 08, 2025

    This fall’s first Creative Writing Collective (CWC) is set for Tuesday, Sept. 9. If you have an interest in creative writing, you won’t want to miss this gathering. All are invited, and no creative writing experience is necessary.

    The following are the details for each CWC meeting this fall semester:

    • Sept. 9 at 5:15 pm
      Topic: Ekphrasis
      Led by Professor Stacy Gnall
      Briggs Building, Room 202
    • Oct. 22 at 5:15 p.m.
      Topic: 50th gathering of the CWC
      Led by Professor Rosemary Weatherston
      Location: Commerce & Finance Building, Room 138
    • Nov. 13 at 5:15 p.m.
      Topic: Documentary Poetics
      Led by Professor Isaac Pickell
      Location: Briggs Building, Room 202

    For questions or if you would like to be added to the CWC mailing list, please email english@udmercy.edu.

    A graphic for Creative Writing Collective set or Sept. 9 at 5:15 in Briggs 202. All are welcome. There is a 羞羞视频 English logo in the bottom right-hand corner of the page. There are drawings of pens and pens laid out throughout the page.

  • Connect with 羞羞视频 neighbors at Martin Park walk, Sept. 13

    Monday September 08, 2025

    Looking for a way to feel better connected with our neighbors? The Martin Park District Association invites all 羞羞视频 students, faculty and staff to participate in the annual Martin Park Walk on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 12-1:30 p.m.

    This is a great opportunity to build community spirit, enjoy a refreshing walk and strengthen the bond between 羞羞视频 and our surrounding neighborhood.

    Those interested in joining the Martin Park Walk will gather at noon at the pavilion behind Good Shepherd Lutheran Church located at 16100 Lawton Street in Detroit. From there, the group will walk through the neighborhood, learning about its rich history along the way. The walk will conclude by 1:30 p.m.

    For more information, please contact Tim Hipskind at hipskijt@udmercy.edu, Chelsea Manning at mannincp@udmercy.edu听or Shane Hisner at hisnersj@udmercy.edu.

    Please Note: Prior to the Martin Park Walk, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will be hosting its monthly community outreach. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please contact Pastor Blanton Banks at bboy10ppn@gmail.com听for details.

    A graphic of two figures silhouetted against a cityscape for the Martin Park walk. Text reads: See and enjoy the beauty of our neighborhood. Our walk will be included on the list of community walks compiled by District 2 Manager Kim Tandy. The walk begins on Sept. 13 at 12 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 16100 Lawton St., Detroit, MI 48221. Rain date is Sept. 20. Contact info on bottom of page: nmpda.mi@gmail.com, 313-403-1999, and nmpda.org.

  • Sr. JoAnn Persch to speak during Founders Spirit Week, Sept. 22

    Monday September 08, 2025

    JoAnn PerschAll are invited to celebrate Founders Spirit Week with CLASA and discover the inspiring story of a courageous and compassionate Sister of Mercy who supports immigrant families.

    JoAnn Persch, RSM, is the founder of . She will tell her story in her talk titled “Journeying Together: Exploring Mercy Values” on Monday, Sept. 22, at 1 p.m. inside the Health Professions Facility, Room 124.

    Sr. JoAnn will reflect on her journey of compassion and service supporting immigrant families in need within her Chicago community. She shares her passion for “love in action,” which combines direct service with social change. Meeting and caring for torture survivors, she became involved with the Interfaith Center for Detained Immigrants and visited and counseled detainees in four centers and jails. When busloads of asylum seekers began to arrive in Chicago from Texas in June 2022, she (with the help of Sr. Pat Murphy, recently deceased) began taking in families and founded Catherine’s Caring Cause, which is now a 501(c)(3) organization that houses over 40 families. She’ll talk about how her faith sustains and guides her in this work of mercy.

    Following the talk, Professor and Chair of the Department of Philosophy Gail Presbey and Professor of Physics Prasad Venugopal will join Sr. JoAnn at a roundtable discussion on the issue of immigration from the perspective of the Mercy social concerns.

    For those who missed the 1 p.m. presentation, Sr. JoAnn will repeat her talk at 4 p.m. in Chemistry Building, Room 114.

    With questions or for more information, please email Gail Presbey at presbegm@udmercy.edu.

  • 羞羞视频 to host mental illness awareness walk, Sept. 20

    Monday September 08, 2025

    The entire 羞羞视频 community is invited to walk together to support mental health awareness at the upcoming NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Walk on Saturday, Sept. 20 on the McNichols Campus. The walk begins at 10 a.m. with registration starting at 9 a.m.

    Unique UDM swag will be provided for the first 150 羞羞视频 students, faculty, administrators and staff that register and participate in the walk.

    The NAMI Walk is more than just a walk鈥攊t’s a powerful opportunity to:

    • Show support for individuals and families impacted by mental illness.
    • Raise awareness about the importance of mental health on campus and in our community.
    • Take action to reduce stigma and advocate for resources that make a difference.

    Some 2,000 supporters of the are expected to participate in a 5K walk on UDM鈥檚 campus to raise funds and awareness of the organization, which is dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

    Titans, student organizations, residence hall floors, come together to champion mental health for all by creating or joining a team, raising money and walking together. Wear your Titan gear and comfortable shoes. If you cannot join the walk, 听Participants receive special 羞羞视频 swag.

    According to NAMI, one in five adults in the United States experience mental illness each year and nearly 1.5 million adults in Michigan has a mental health condition.

    鈥淭his is very exciting for the University because it is the second time the walk has been held at 羞羞视频,鈥 said Dean of Students Monica Williams. 鈥淲e are participating because too often mental health issues are not spoken about, and these walks are a way to open up discussions. It is the mission of this University to work within the community to help make it stronger for everybody.鈥

    Supporters who want to participate but can鈥檛 attend the event can make a difference by supporting a team through making a donation.

    A group of three images of participant of 2024 NAMI walk. The first is an aerial image, the second is a group of about 8 women standing together and the third is another group of several participants standing together.

  • Take action with TENN during Hunger Action Month in September

    Sunday September 07, 2025

    Right now, families in our community are making impossible choices between paying bills and buying groceries. September is Hunger Action Month 鈥 the perfect time to take action. Many Detroit families are struggling to put food on the table as food banks face rising costs and reduced federal support.

    Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) is working for a more food-sovereign Detroit through student-led produce deliveries, urban gardening, composting and food waste education.

    Your gift can make a real impact, and thanks to our partnership with Gleaners, we can stretch your donation further than retail prices:

    • $14 provides one family with fresh proteins & dairy for the week: 1 pound of ground beef, 10 pounds of chicken leg quarters, 1 quart milk and 1 dozen eggs.
    • $138 provides these essentials to 10 families.
    • $830 provides them to 60 families.

    These high-cost foods are often the hardest for families to afford 鈥 but they are essential for balanced, nutritious meals. Your support makes them possible.

    A graphic for Hunger Action Month. The text reads: Join TENN in the fight against hunger in Detroit. $14 equals proteins and dairy for one family for one week; $138 for 10 families; and $830 for 60 families. There is a scan code to donate. There is a TENN logo in the bottom right-hand corner of the page. The word September lines the left-hand side of the page.

  • 羞羞视频 student orgs to be showcased at Titan Fest, Sept. 5

    Thursday September 04, 2025

    羞羞视频’s annual student organization fair is set for Friday, Sept. 5, from 3-5 p.m. at the Fisher Fountain outside the Student Union.

    Explore all the unique and incredible student organizations the University has to offer and find the right fit for you while enjoying music, fair foods, face painters and more. Be one of the first 500 students to visit the Student Life tent and grab a new free T-shirt (sponsored by Alliance Catholic Credit Union).

    Student organizations that still need to reserve their table may do so at the link below. Organizations MUST be registered before reserving their table.

    For any questions, contact the Assistant Director of Student Life Emily Johnson at johnsoem6@udmercy.edu or 313-993-1593.

    A group of three images of participants performing activities at Titan Fest

  • Volunteer with Tappy Guide, UDM students needed

    Thursday September 04, 2025

    is seeking听羞羞视频 student volunteers听to support their mission of making communities more accessible and inclusive.

    Tappy Guide is a smart city solution revolutionizing mobility and accessibility for people with disabilities and older adults. Their cutting-edge app connects people with disabilities and older adults to live human agents (Tappy guides) to assist them in navigating public spaces safely and confidently.

    If you are looking for consistent and flexible volunteer opportunities, this could be the perfect fit! Tappy Guide needs volunteers to serve as agents guiding the public while the program runs seven days a week, morning until the evening.

    To get involved or for more information, please email John at john@tappyguide.com.

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  • Student Success and Academic Support

    Student Success Center

    The Student Success Center offers a testing center, tutoring and study groups, professional mentoring, athlete study table, placement testing, and more. Some of the programs listed below are also part of the Student Success Center.

    • Academic Interest and Major Exploration (AIME)- Developmental advising and peer mentoring to conditionally admitted students.

    • Student Accessibility Services- available to all currently enrolled students who have documented disabilities that substantially limit them in one or more major life activities. Individuals eligible for services may have, but are not limited to, the following types of disabilities: mobility, orthopedic, hearing, visual, learning, psychological and attentional.

    • KCP Program - Michigan students who can benefit from improving their academic skills. Professional, confidential academic support.

    • Personal Counseling - Professional outpatient counseling and psychotherapeutic treatment is available to students at no charge.

    • Tutoring Appointments - SSC offers free tutoring in most freshman and some upper-division courses, including math, chemistry, biology, languages, philosophy, history and English. Make an appointment.

    TRIO Student Support Services

    TRIO SSS is a federally funded program designed to provide underrepresented student populations. It provides assistance with scholarship applications, academic success planning, mentoring and more.

    The Writing Center

    Work on any stage of the writing process. with peer consultants. Review your assignments, drafts, instructor feedback and questions. Get support if English is not your first language.

    Student Advising

    Work with your faculty advisor to reflect on your academic and career goals and to track your academic progress.

    Office of Equal Opportunity - Student Accommodations

    Accommodations are individualized modifications or adjustments to the academic or campus environment. Find out how to request accommodations.

    Test Prep: FREE Kaplan Courses

    羞羞视频 has partnered with Kaplan, a global education services provider, to offer our students free access to Kaplan’s industry-leading test prep resources, including for the following graduate-level admissions and licensing exams:

  • Important Dates

    TERM I - 2025 FALL SEMESTER – 16 Weeks (including 1 week break)

    • March 17, 2025 Registration Begins
    •  Aug. 16 - 24: Early Fall  Intersession/Immersion/Experience (credit)
    • Aug. 24: Last Day to Register Before Classes Begin
    • Aug. 25: Classes Begin
    • Aug. 31: Last Day to Add a Class (web closes at midnight)
    • Aug. 31: Last Day to Delete a Class without a W grade
    • Sept. 1: Labor Day Holiday
    • Sept. 11: Celebrate Spirit!
    • Sept. 19: Deadline for Summer "I" grades
    • Oct. 6-7 : Fall Break (no classes/university open)
    • Oct. 21: Mid-term Grades are due
    • Oct. 27: Advising for Winter/Summer begins
    • Nov. 3: for Winter/Summer begins
    • Nov. 17: Last Day to Withdraw (full semester course)
    • Nov 26 - 30: Thanksgiving Holiday (UNIV CLOSED)
    • Dec. 9 - 13: Final Exam Week (Tuesday through Saturday)
    • Dec. 13: Official End of Term I/Fall
    • Dec. 15: Grades due by Noon for Term I/Fall
    • Dec. 14 - 21: Late Fall Immersion/Experience (non-credit)

    Academic Calendar | Registration ScheduleOffice of the Registrar

    TERM II - 2026 WINTER SEMESTER - 16 Weeks

    • Oct 27, 2025: Advising for Term II Begins
    • Nov. 3: Registration Begins
    • Dec. 29 - Jan. 10, 2026: Early Winter Intersession/Immersion/Exp (credit)
    • Jan. 11: Registration Ends
    • Jan. 12: Classes Begin
    • Jan: 18: Last Day to Add a Class / Last Day to Delete a Class without a W grade
    • Jan. 19: MLK Holiday (UNIV CLOSED)
    • Feb. 6: Deadline for Fall "I" grades
    • Mar. 9-14: Spring Break/Intersession/Immersion/Exp (credit)
    • Mar. 16: Advising for next Fall begins 
    • Mar. 19: Priority Registration for Summer/Fall begins
    • Mar 22: Honors Convocation 
    • Mar 23: Registration for Summer/Fall begins
    • Apr. 1: Last Day to Withdraw (full semester course)
    • Apr. 3-5: Easter Recess (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • Apr. 9: Celebration of Scholarly Achievement 
    • Apr. 28-May 2: Final Exam Week 
    • May 2: Official End of Term II/Winter
    • May 4: Grades due by Noon for Term II/Winter  
    • May 9: Baccalaureate/Commencement
    • Academic Calendar | Registration ScheduleOffice of the Registrar

    Summer Session III 2026 (14 weeks)

    • Mar. 23, 2026 Registration Begins
    • May 10: Registration Ends
    • May 11 Classes Begin for Summer I
    • May 17 Last Day to Add a Class | Last Day to Delete a Class without a W grade
    • May 25 Memorial Day (University Closed)
    • June 19: Juneteenth Holiday (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • July 4th: Independence Day Holiday (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • July 27: Last Day to Withdraw
    • Aug. 11-15: Final Exam Week 
    • Aug. 15: Official End of Term III

    Summer Session I 2026 (7 Week Session)

    • Mar., 2026: Registration Begins
    • May 10: Registration Ends 
    • May 11: Classes Begin
    • May 26: Memorial Day (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • June 19: Juneteenth Holiday (UNIV CLOSED)
    • June 27: Official End of Summer I 

    Summer Term II 2026 (7 Week Session)

    • Mar. 23, 2026: Registration Begins
    • June 28: Registration Ends
    • June 29: Classes Begin 
    • July 4: Independence Day (UNIV CLOSED) 
    • August 15: Official End of Summer II 
    Academic Calendar | Registration ScheduleOffice of the Registrar

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  • Emergency Assistance

    In case of emergencies outside of Wellness Center and Clinic hours, please contact the following:

    Emergency Assistance

    911 Police – Fire – Medical

    University of 羞羞视频 Public Safety/Emergency Line — 313-993-1123

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    University of 羞羞视频 Public Safety Escort Services
    McNichols Campus — 313-993-1234
    School of Law — 313-993-1234
    School of Dentistry — 313-494-6706

    TALK National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7) — 800-273-TALK (800-273-8255

    HELP Treatment Referral Hotline (Substance Abuse) — 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

    Crisis Text Line Get Help Now (24/7) — Text START to 741-741

    Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network Sexual Assault National Line — 800-656-HOPE (800-656-4673)

    Rape Victim’s Assistance Program at Detroit Police Department Crisis Line — 313-833-1660

    Collegiate Assistance Program (Nurse Line 24/7) — 877-643-5130

    Center for Disease Control, National STD and AIDS Hotline — 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)

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