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• September 15: Men鈥檚 soccer to raise money for Wreck-It Like Beckett Foundation, Sept. 20

  Monday September 15, 2025
  

  Join Titan men鈥檚 soccer in the fight against childhood cancer during their fundraiser match in support of the on Saturday, Sept. 20.听The Titans will battle Green Bay in a match at 2 p.m. from Titan Field on the McNichols Campus.

  As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the men’s soccer program will raise funds for this foundation through t-shirt sales and more during the match.

  The Wreck-It Like Beckett Foundation is dedicated to supporting families affected by pediatric cancer, inspired by young Beckett鈥檚 courageous battle with brain cancer and his love of monster trucks. The foundation aims to 鈥渨reck鈥� the barriers and challenges faced by families dealing with pediatric cancer.

  Come out, cheer on the Titans and help make a meaningful impact in the lives of children battling cancer.

  

• September 15: Founders Week events set for Sept. 19-28

  Monday September 15, 2025
  

  Founders Week celebrates both Catherine McAuley and St. Ignatius of Loyola with a number of special events beginning Friday, Sept. 19, and running through Sunday, Sept. 28. All are invited to attend.

  Highlights include a talk and roundtable discussion on the issue of immigration with a courageous and caring Sister of Mercy, an intercultural tea party, an interfaith panel sponsored by Thomas Moore Society, Homecoming Mass and more.

  Founders Week also celebrates the approval from Rome of the organization of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola on Sept. 27, 1540.

  Check out the full list of events to help celebrate Founders Week:

  • Friday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. 鈥� Mission Deep Dive 201 (Student Union, Room 208)
  • Monday, Sept. 22, 1 and 4 p.m. 鈥� Presentation and roundtable discussion with Sr. JoAnn Persch
  • Tuesday, Sept. 23, 11 a.m.鈥� Law School Red Mass (Riverfront Campus)
  • Wednesday, Sept. 24, 8:30 a.m. 鈥� Comfortable Cup of Tea (Health Professions Building Lobby)
  • Wednesday, Sept. 24, noon 鈥� Mercy Day Mass (St. Ignatius Chapel, Commerce & Finance Building)
  • Wednesday, Sept. 24, 4:30 p.m. 鈥� Intercultural Tea Party (Fountain Lounge, Student Union)
  • Wednesday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m. 鈥� Interfaith Panel sponsored by Thomas Moore Society (Riverfront Campus Atrium)
  • Thursday, Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m. 鈥� Spirit Awards (Student Union Ballroom)
  • Saturday, Sept. 27, 4 p.m. 鈥� Homecoming Mass, Founders Day for the Society of Jesus (St. Ignatius Chapel)
  • Sunday, Sept. 28, 8 p.m. 鈥� Founders Mass (St. Ignatius Chapel)

  

• September 15: Detroit Mercy to host mental illness awareness walk, Sept. 20

  Monday September 15, 2025
  

  The entire Detroit Mercy 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 海角大神 swag will be provided for the first 150 Detroit Mercy 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 海角大神鈥檚 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 Detroit Mercy 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 Detroit Mercy,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.

  

• September 15: TENN hosts garden party for the community, Sept. 16

  Monday September 15, 2025
  

  All are welcome to join the Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) and Martin Park community in celebrating our bustling garden before the end of the season. Come for an afternoon of food, harvesting and community building on Tuesday, Sept. 16. This free event is set to begin at 5 p.m. at the garden located at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.

  The church is located at 16100 Lawton Street in Detroit.

  To RSVP and for more information, please contact tenn@udmercy.edu.

  

• September 15: Ask MarCom drop-in support on Wednesday, Sept. 17

  Monday September 15, 2025
  

  Do you have questions about how to promote your organization or event? Do you want to create more effective fliers or digital slides? Maybe you wonder why Marketing & Communications won鈥檛 let you make up your own logo. If so, Ask MarCom is for you.

  Representatives from the University MarCom team will answer questions outside the Student Union Ballroom on a drop-in basis from 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17.

  鈥淢arCom is here to help you succeed in getting your message out,鈥� said Ron Bernas, 海角大神鈥檚 director of Communications. 鈥淭hough MarCom members are always available for conversations, we believe that everyone鈥檚 work gets stronger when they understand the whys and hows behind MarCom鈥檚 policies and procedures.鈥�

  MarCom is the University鈥檚 in-house strategic partner to help you reach out and influence alumni, prospective students, community and corporate customers.

  The answers to many questions commonly asked of MarCom are always available on our webpages. A helpful list is below.

  • General information about MarCom:听/faculty-staff/marcom/index.php
    鈥� General policies about copyright, video captioning and others:听/faculty-staff/marcom/policies/index.php
    鈥� Campus announcements, press releases, social media posts, Campus Connection posts and digital signage:听/faculty-staff/marcom/requests/announcements.php
    鈥� Graphic design:听/faculty-staff/marcom/requests/communication.php
    鈥� Brand Standards鈥攑lease pay special attention to the approved identity guidelines:听/faculty-staff/marcom/brand/index.php
    鈥� Web toolbox and requests for updates:听/faculty-staff/marcom/web/index.php
    鈥� Photography requests:听/faculty-staff/marcom/requests/photographer.php
    鈥� Rebranding ongoing work鈥攍ook for updates on this site soon:听/faculty-staff/marcom/brand/rebrand.php
    鈥� Website accessibility guidelines/federal requirements:听/faculty-staff/marcom/web/web-access-policy.php
    鈥� Writing Style:听/faculty-staff/marcom/writing/index.php
    鈥� Pre-branded flier and poster templates:听/faculty-staff/marcom/brand/downloads.php

  As always, should you have questions, please speak with a MarCom colleague or email听marcom@udmercy.edu.

• September 12: Detroit Mercy Law Conviction Integrity Clinic to hold discussion on wrongful convictions

  Friday September 12, 2025
  

  The Detroit Mercy School of Law Conviction Integrity Clinic will hold a discussion on wrongful convictions entitled “Unraveling Injustice: Insights from the Courtroom and the Wrongfully Convicted.”

  The discussion will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Riverfront Campus atrium.

  To recognize Wrongful Conviction Day, Tony Isho and the stakeholders who pursued and secured his release will provide a candid conversation on the topic.

  

• September 12: Mission Formation Retreat schedule now available for all campuses

  Friday September 12, 2025
  

  The Office of Mission Integration is hosting Mission Formation Retreats for 2025鈥�26 on all campuses.

  These half-day retreats are designed to create space for reflection, dialogue, and connection to the 海角大神’s mission in ways that enrich both professional and personal life.

  Each retreat provides time for participants to step back from daily routines and engage with colleagues across the University community, deepening our shared commitment to the values of our Jesuit and Mercy traditions. A light breakfast is served at all of the morning retreats, and a lunch is also served at all retreats.

  Retreat Dates:

  • Wednesday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 鈥� Lansing-Reilly Hall (McNichols Campus)
  • Friday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 鈥� Lansing-Reilly Hall (McNichols Campus)
  • Friday, Oct. 24, 1-4:30 p.m. 鈥� Novi Campus
  • Wednesday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 鈥� Corktown Campus
  • Friday, Jan. 23, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 鈥� Riverfront Campus
  • Thursday, Jan. 29, 1-4:30 p.m. 鈥� Corktown Campus
  • Thursday, March 19, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 鈥� Lansing-Reilly Hall (McNichols Campus)
  • Thursday, March 26, 1-4:30 p.m. 鈥� Lansing-Reilly Hall (McNichols Campus)
  • Friday, April 17, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 鈥� Riverfront Campus