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• February 05: Your voice matters: Take the Healthy Minds Survey, open until March 2

  Thursday February 05, 2026
  

  Titans, check your email for an invitation to participate in the 2026 Healthy Minds Survey. This important survey will help the University better understand student and faculty well-being and guide positive changes across campus.

  We want to learn more about what helps you thrive at UDM 鈥� and the challenges you may face along the way.

  Bonus: By participating, you鈥檒l be entered for a chance to win great prizes, including gift cards and awesome UDM swag!

  The survey is confidential and will remain open until Monday, March 2.

  Please contact deanofstudents@udmercy.edu with any questions.

• February 05: Nominate worthy alumni for 2026 Spirit Awards until Feb. 28

  Thursday February 05, 2026
  

  蝌蚪窝视频’s Alumni Relations Office is accepting nominations for the 2026 Alumni Achievement Spirit Awards. This annual event during Homecoming recognizes seven alumni 鈥� one from each college and school at the University 鈥� for their significant accomplishments in both their professional careers and in their commitment to community. Nominations will be accepted through Feb. 28.

  If you know of any alumni who are making or have made extraordinary achievements in their careers, please nominate them for this prestigious recognition.

  Award criteria includes:

  • Nominee should be a respected member of his/her chosen profession (active or recently retired).
  • Nominee has been recognized in their industry for exemplary professional achievements.
  • Nominee should be engaged in the community, either with 蝌蚪窝视频 or another civic/community organization.
  • Nominee has demonstrated a willingness to financially support 蝌蚪窝视频 at some level either in the past or in the future.
  • Nominee must be available to accept the award in person.
  • Nominee shall not have received any University of School/College award in the last five years.

  The Spirit Awards are held annually during Homecoming weekend. You may view honorees of past awards HERE.

  For more information or any questions, please contact Director of Alumni Relations Peggy Pattison at 313-578-0327 or pattisma@udmercy.edu.

  

• February 04: ACLU attorney Jay Kaplan to speak at Lunch & Learn, Feb. 18

  Wednesday February 04, 2026
  

  The College of Health Professions (CHP) Inclusive Excellence Committee will host an engaging Lunch & Learn with guest speaker Jay Kaplan on Wednesday, Feb. 18, entitled “Loving and Caring for All in our Community.”

  All are welcome to attend this conversation, which will take place from 12-1 p.m. in Room 138 of the Commerce & Finance Building.

  A longtime attorney with the ACLU of Michigan, Kaplan鈥檚 work focuses on caring for and protecting transgender community members through advocacy, education and systemic change.

  

• February 04: Pray the Rosary for February intention in Holy Spirit Chapel, Feb. 11

  Wednesday February 04, 2026
  

  University Ministry will host a special time of prayer and reflection on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 4 p.m., inside of the Holy Spirit Chapel, located in the Student Union, Lower Level.

  Together, we will pray the Rosary, a traditional Catholic devotion, in support of Pope Leo XIV鈥檚 monthly intention for February: that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.

  While the rosary is a traditional Catholic prayer, all are welcome to participate. Rosary beads and easy-to-follow how-to guides will be provided.

  For any questions, please contact glafond@udmercy.edu.

  

• February 04: Creative Writing Collective meets Feb. 11 for use of metaphors in essays

  Wednesday February 04, 2026
  

  Amanda Hiber, senior lecturer in the Department of English, will lead the Creative Writing Collective conversation on using metaphors in personal essays on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 5:15-6:30 p.m.

  The gathering will take place in Room 201 of the Briggs Building, with all students, staff, alumni, faculty and friends welcome for community and creative writing! No writing experience is necessary to join the CWC. You are welcome if you have an interest in exploring or developing your creative inclinations.

  Save the date for third and final Creative Writing Collective this semester, which will take place Tuesday, March 3, from 5:15-6:30 p.m., in the Seibert Center for Innovation and Collaboration, Engineering Building first floor. This final installment will be led by Poet-in-Residence Stacy Gnall and Senior Adjunct Instructor Michael Lauchlan.

  Please contact english@udmercy.edu with questions or to join the CWC mailing list. Keep up with the 蝌蚪窝视频 English Department on Instagram and Facebook .

• February 04: Phenomenal Women nominations open, deadline is Feb. 20

  Wednesday February 04, 2026
  

  It’s time to nominate a phenomenal woman who makes a difference here at 蝌蚪窝视频.

  The selected faculty, staff or administrator will be honored at the Phenomenal Women’s Reception on Friday, March 20.

  The 21st Phenomenal Women’s Reception is an evening dedicated to celebrating the lives of women at 蝌蚪窝视频 who make an impact on our community and empower one another. The Ashley Grey Legacy Award will be presented to a faculty or staff representative at 蝌蚪窝视频.

  Nominations will close on Friday, Feb. 20,听to allow for the selection committee to review all nominations carefully.

  

• February 04: NAMI 鈥業n Our Own Voice鈥� presentation set for Feb. 19

  Wednesday February 04, 2026
  

  The College of Health Professions (CHP) will host a special presentation in partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Metro Chapter on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 12:45-1:55 p.m., in Room 114 of the Health Professions Facility.

  Emergency medicine physician Aria Darling will share her personal lived experience with a mental health condition through the NAMI 鈥淚n Our Own Voice鈥� program.

  This session offers an opportunity to learn directly from a healthcare professional who has navigated mental health challenges, helping to deepen understanding and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health conditions and seeking treatment.

  This event is supported by a Mission Micro Grant and hosted by the CHP Wellness Committee.