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• Supreme Court Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to speak on McNichols Campus, Oct. 22

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  Ketanji Brown Jackson

  Detroit Mercy’s chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) welcomes United States Supreme Court Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to the McNichols Campus on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m. for an interactive live talk.

  The event will take place in the Student Union Ballroom and is free and open to all Detroit Mercy students and employees.

  Jackson is known for her sharp intellect, unwavering commitment to justice and historic role as the first Black woman to serve on the highest court in the United States. In this session, she will delve into the principles of leadership, fairness and the responsibilities that come with holding one of the most significant roles in the judiciary.

  In NSLS Speaker Broadcasts sessions, influential, prominent figures are invited to share their personal stories of leadership and success with our community. Â鶹APP get the rare opportunity to ask guests questions – both in person and virtually – by submitting them in advance. Guest speakers are thoughtfully selected from among the most respected in their fields, including business, media, entertainment, publishing, sports, politics, health, technology and more.

• Suzanne Shank headlines CCRI’s speaker series, Nov. 6

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  The ‘s third annual Speaker Series and Fireside Chat on Wednesday, Nov. 6 will feature Suzanne Shank, co-founder, president and CEO of Siebert Williams Shank & Co., a premier full-service investment banking firm. The chat will take place fromÌý6-8 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom on the McNichols Campus.

  Shank, recognized for her leadership in the financial services industry by Forbes Magazine and Crain’s Detroit, will join Charlton Center Director Dawna Edwards-Rodgers in a far-ranging discussion that will focus on her trailblazing personal and professional journey, the opportunities and challenges facing non-traditional leaders in the financial services arena, her perspective on the market and economy and advice she would share with students interested in pursuing a finance-related career.

  Shank sits on the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Executive Committee. Her public company directorships include Rocket Companies, Consumer Energy and White Mountains. She also serves on the boards of the Kresge Foundation, the Skillman Foundation (chair), Partnership for New York City and Spelman College.

  The Annual Speaker Series is an initiative of the CCRI to bring high-profile industry leaders to our students and the community at large. All are welcome to attend, and we look forward to you joining us!

  

• Think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness event in TDR, Oct. 28

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  Join Detroit Mercy for a pink-themed event in support of breast cancer awareness. This FREE event will take place on Monday, Oct. 28 at 11:30 a.m. in the Titan Dining Room (TDR) and Corktown Cafe. Enjoy delicious pink treats, festive decorations and celebrate together by wearing pink.

  All are welcome!

  

• Introduction to mindfulness classes begin Oct. 29

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  Are you interested in learning skills to become more mindful and building the habit of using mindfulness in your life on a regular basis?

  Join the Wellness Center’s four-week Introduction to Mindfulness class and gain practical skills to enhance your overall well-being. Classes begin on Oct. 29 and will meetevery Tuesday from 5-6:15 p.m. through Nov. 19 in the Mercy Place in Shiple Hall.

  The Intro to Mindfulness curriculum is an evidence-based program that was studied in a randomized control trial (RCT) with university students and was developed at Duke University’s counseling center. In the RCT students were shown to feel less self-judgment, less stress, were more mindful and slept better.

  During the program students will learn 10 different skills to support mindfulness practice, practice 10 minutes daily and record a reflection in a logbook, engage with a gratitude practice and select a daily mindful activity.Ìý

  Light refreshments will be served and all are welcome.

  Please contact Erika Budson at budsonel@udmercy.edu with any questions.

  

• Detroit Mercy Night with Detroit Red Wings set for Oct. 24

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  Titan community, all are welcome for at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, Oct. 24 with the host Detroit Red Wings playing against the New Jersey Devils. Puck drops at 7 p.m. inside LCA!

  Tickets for the event start at $57. The package also features a co-branded Titans and Red Wings quarter-zip in Â鶹APP’s colors and proceeds from the special package includes a donation to Detroit Mercy’s foundation of choice.

  It’s the first college night of the Red Wings’ 2024-25 season.

  

• Donate candy for annual Safety Street trick-or-treat event by Oct. 18

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  Help support Safety Street, Detroit Mercy’s annual trick-or-treat event, by donating candy and sweets to ensure a fun, safe and successful time for our community. All candy donations should be delivered to the Lower Level of the Student Union until 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18.

  The largest donation from college and departments will be awarded a pizza party for their respective office. Student Government Association (SGA) will be awarding money toward any program for the 2024-25 school year. The winning student organization must meet the following criteria:

  • Donate at least 15 pounds of candy by Friday, Oct. 18
  • Participate in the facade building decorations party on Thursday, Oct. 24
  • Stay for the entirety of Safety Street on Friday, Oct. 25 from 4:30-6 p.m.
  • Clean up their respective facade and area from the Safety Street event

  Safety Street, now in its 35th year, will feature a decorations event that will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 4-10 p.m. in the Student Union Lower Terrace, outside near the fountain. Â鶹APP and college departments are welcome to attend the decorations event.

  For more information and with any questions, please contact Adam Hollman at hollmaap@udmercy.edu.

  

• Detroit Urban Health AI-Prompt-A-Thon set for Oct. 25-26

  Thursday October 17, 2024
  

  This is a quick reminder that the AI Prompt-A-Thon 2024 is happening soon and spots are filling up fast! If you haven’t registered yet, this is your chance to secure a spot for one of the most exciting AI events of the year.

  Join the University for the , a groundbreaking event where technology meets community needs. This two-day hackathon, organized by Detroit Mercy, is designed to foster AI innovation to address Detroit’s urgent urban health challenges.

  Work with technology companies and community organizations, showcase your talent and win exciting prizes on Friday, Oct. 25 from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., inside of Room 124 of the College of Health Professions Building on the McNichols Campus.

  Supported by the Titan Innovation Fund, this event offers a dynamic platform for experimentation, learning and advancing the responsible use of AI in healthcare. This is an excellent opportunity for students, community members and professionals to develop actionable AI solutions that can transform health outcomes for Detroit residents.

  

• Youth United hosts intro and focus group on Oct. 24

  Wednesday October 16, 2024
  

  Â鶹APP can earn a gift card for participating in the Youth United Intro and Focus Group, which takes place on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 12:45-2 p.m. during dead hour in the McNichols Campus Library, Room 324. This event is sponsored by Detroit Mercy, King-Chavez-Parks and Youth United.

  The focus group will engage students on topics, activities and current issues that they would like to see more or less of in their community.

  This is your chance to connect with like-minded peers!

  Food and beverages will be provided.

  

• TENN compost competition: Org vs. Org on Nov. 6

  Wednesday October 16, 2024
  

  Compete to be the most sustainable student organization or group on campus and win a pizza party with Titan Equity Nourish Network’s Autumn compost competition on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

  TENN will be collecting compostable material on from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., in the mini lot between the Health Professions Facility and Commerce and Finance Building. Pumpkins, eggshells, bread and lots of other items may be composted. For a complete list .

  For more information and to get your compost kit, please contact TENN by email at tenn@udmercy.edu.

  

• An Evening with Maisy Card set for Oct. 15

  Monday October 14, 2024
  

  October 15, 5:30 p.m.
  McNichols Library, Bargman RoomÌý

  Come to campus and hear from author Maisy Card. Maisy Card is the author of the novel These Ghosts Are Family, which won an American Book Award, the 2021 OCM Bocas Prize in fiction and was a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel, The Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, and the LA Times Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction. Join us for a reading from her work and a discussion led by Jazmin Ortavia Cooper.

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  Sponsored by ByÌýDetroit Mercy African American Studies Program and the English Department