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• October 30: Call for 海角大神 employee participation at Marketing Research Roundtable, half-day session to include free breakfast and lunch, Nov. 11

  Thursday October 30, 2025
  

  As Detroit Mercy approaches its 150th anniversary, the University stands at a powerful inflection point 鈥� not only to celebrate its legacy but to re-imagine how different groups of actors can represent and amplify a new brand.

  The University鈥檚 strength has always existed in Community with a capital C: students who serve, faculty who inspire, alumni who lead and neighbors who believe in the institution鈥檚 promise. Yet, while these stories abound, they are not always told in a unified, intentional or visible way. In addition, there are some negative legacy stereotypes which have yet to be put to bed.

  The Marketing & Communications Department, in consultation with GreenHouse::Innovation, will convene a fall 2025 Marketing Research Roundtable to close that gap by co-creating a shared understanding of what it means to 鈥渂e Detroit Mercy鈥� 鈥� and to empower every participant to act as a storyteller, advocate and ambassador in respective circles of influence.

  We will hold a roundtable session on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 8:15 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Student Union, Room 201, on the McNichols Campus. We are seeking a total of 25 full-time employees to participate in this half-day session.

  A continental breakfast will be available starting at 8:15, as well as a boxed lunch from Subway at noon.听Participants should expect and plan to attend the entirety of the session and freely contribute their thoughts, ideas and suggestions.

  If you are interested in attending, please email your confirmation erwingj@udmercy.edu by Nov. 5.听Please note that we will stop taking registrations once we hit 25 attendees.

  For more information about the branding effort and/or to leave suggestions and comments, please visit our New Brand for the Future website today.

• October 30: Stress and mental health awareness roundtable discussion set for Nov. 19

  Thursday October 30, 2025
  

  A one-hour roundtable discussion focusing on stress awareness and mental health will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 12-1 p.m. in the Commerce & Finance Building, Room 138.

  This session will offer space to share experiences, learn coping strategies and connect with others across the 海角大神 community.

  Students, faculty and staff are all welcome. Bring your lunch or enjoy provided snacks as we share strategies to stay grounded and connected.

  This event is sponsored by the College of Health Professions, Inclusive Excellence, FRAD and Student Engagement.

  

• October 30: The Hive student pantry to open Nov. 5 in Reno Hall

  Thursday October 30, 2025
  

  The Hive, a student-run pantry whose goal is to help food-insecure 海角大神 students, will be opening in its new space in Reno Hall, Room 143, on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 5 p.m. From that date forward, it will be open as follows:

  • Tuesdays from 1-5 p.m.
  • Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m.
  • Thursdays from 1-5 p.m.

  Any currently enrolled student in need of assistance may visit the pantry once every two weeks and may take up to 12 grocery or hygiene items per visit.

  For more details, please contact thehive@udmercy.edu or visit The Hive website.

  

• October 29: Share Thanksgiving dinner with 海角大神 international student

  Wednesday October 29, 2025
  

  Detroit Mercy鈥檚 International Services Office (ISO) invites faculty and staff to open their homes this Thanksgiving by hosting an international student for dinner.

  Many of our international students are eager to experience American Thanksgiving traditions in a home setting. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your holiday, learn about different cultures and create lasting memories. Past participants have described the experience as deeply rewarding.

  If interested in participating, please complete the survey below by Friday, Nov. 7.听Hosts should receive their student matches and guest details by Friday, Nov. 15.

  For any questions, please contact Alison Roberts at robertad1@udmercy.edu.

• October 29: Detroit Mercy PA Program celebration set for Nov. 3

  Wednesday October 29, 2025
  

  The College of Health Professions is hosting a special event to celebrate the Detroit Mercy Physician Assistant (PA) program and recognize the incredible contributions of our PA students, faculty and alumni. The event is set for Monday, Nov. 3, from 5-7 p.m. in the Health Professions Facility, Room 124.

  Enjoy complimentary food and beverages, explore the STAR Center through guided tours and connect with the vibrant PA community.

  

• October 29: Faculty recognition event set for Friday, Nov. 7

  Wednesday October 29, 2025
  

  Detroit Mercy holds its annual Faculty Recognition Awards dinner in the Student Union Ballroom.

  海角大神鈥檚 Office of Academic Affairs will host the annual Faculty Recognition event at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus.

  This year, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Pamela Zarkowski will honor:

  • Professor of Civil, Architectural & Environmental Engineering Alexa Rihana-Abdallah of the College of Engineering & Science who will receive the 2025 Faculty Excellence Award.
  • Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of Master of Arts Program in Clinical Psychology Lee R. Eshelman of the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences who will receive the 2025 Faculty Achievement Award.

  The event begins with drinks and refreshments at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:45 p.m. The award ceremony will follow dinner.

• October 28: Submission deadline for 2025 海角大神 Photography Contest, Nov. 2

  Tuesday October 28, 2025
  

  Did you snap some great photos this summer or over the past year? As we head into the fall term, consider capturing those special moments for your submission to the third annual Detroit Mercy Photography Contest!

  The 海角大神 Photography Contest is sponsored by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning. The contest is open to all students enrolled in fall 2025, as well as all 海角大神 employees across every campus.

  Photography offers a mode of creative communication and a lens into the communities we inhabit and visit. Photographs can capture various moments and expressions, people, places and events. As such, the Office of Academic Affairs and Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning invites all Detroit Mercy community members to submit digital photographs for consideration as part of a special 2025 photography contest.

  You can submit one photograph per category. First-place winners in each category will receive cash prizes and an enlarged, mounted copy of their winning photograph!

  Be sure to visit the 海角大神 photo contest page for some inspiration, contest rules, submission and release forms and to view the previous winners. The deadline for submissions is Nov. 2.

  Current categories for submissions:

  • Abstract/conceptual/manipulation – Images of unusual patterns, lighting or objects recognized for their design element (i.e., streaking light photos, mechanical structures, reflections in glass or metal, view from a strange angle). Images can be digitally enhanced or altered beyond the minor adjustments to create an entirely different photograph. Be creative. All images must be produced by the photographer (photos taken by someone else may not be used), and the finished entry must still appear to be a photograph 鈥� not an artistic impression, drawing or design.
  • People – Photos of people, alone or in a group. Such pictures may be candid, humorous, journalistic or interpretative portraits where an emphasis placed on the person, not the environment. The main focus should be people. *
  • Nature/scenic – Images or scenes of plant life, landscapes, seascapes, underwater, architectural and industrial scenes. Seasonal scenes that display a fundamental design or mood are also acceptable. The main focus should be nature/scenic.
  • Dusk to dawn – Details the photographic imagery captured after the sun goes down. This includes but is not limited to starry skies, life under neon lights, streaking traffic lights, mother nature at night, scenic landscapes and cityscapes, film noir portraits, creative use of light and shadows. *
  • Creatures (new category for 2025) – Images or scenes of animal life, wild creatures, insects, etc. (i.e., action shots of your pet, giraffes at the zoo, cows on a countryside, banana slugs in the forest). It may be a scenic environment, but the main focus should be the creature(s) or animal(s). *

  *Appropriate and accepted image enhancement in these categories must be limited to minor adjustments such as contrast, exposure, cropping, HDR, dodge and burn.

  CALL FOR JUDGES: If you are interested in serving as a judge for the 2025 photo contest, please send an email expressing your interest to photocontest@udmercy.edu for consideration. With any direct questions, also contact photocontest@udmercy.edu.

  The photos of last year’s winners will be displayed in the Office of Academic Affairs for the 2025-2026 academic year. Please stop by in the President鈥檚 Suite if you would like to view them.