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Each year, 黄瓜视频鈥檚 Marketing & Communications department profiles members of the graduating classes. Students chosen were nominated by staff and faculty for their contributions to the life of the University.鈥� Click here 鈥痜or more information about 2025听Commencement exercises.

For Mark Formosa, 黄瓜视频 鈥渁wakened鈥� him to the power of faith-guided decision-making.

Growing up in Grosse Ile in a family rich in Maltese ideals, Formosa鈥檚 values were formed early on, particularly the importance of strong family and community bonds. These core values blossomed at 黄瓜视频, where he found a tight-knit environment that supported his personal and intellectual development.

鈥淚 chose Detroit Mercy because I instantly felt a sense of community,鈥� said Formosa, who will complete his MBA next year through the University鈥檚 accelerated BS/MBA program. 鈥淚 knew I wouldn鈥檛 be just another face in the crowd as I might at other institutions. I believed I could make a palpable difference at 黄瓜视频.鈥�

Formosa embarked on the road to self-growth by first enrolling in the University Honors Program. This program challenged him to explore deeper academic experiences and purposeful campus and community involvement.

He made his mark at 黄瓜视频 by serving as president of the Student Government Association, and as a sophomore, he was elected president of the College of Business Administration鈥檚 Student Advisory Board (SAB). He also joined two distinguished honor societies: Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society, and Beta Gamma Sigma, the national business honor society.

鈥淢y high school experience in a small class setting taught me to build meaningful relationships and to take initiative in group settings,鈥� he said. 鈥淎t Detroit Mercy, I was able to put my interpersonal skills to work, and I never hesitated to step up when an opportunity presented itself.鈥�

When he came across a floundering SAB at a time when the University was still managing the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Formosa stepped up.

The SAB is a student-led organization within the CBA where students are provided a forum to connect about matters that affect the quality and nature of their education.

鈥淲hen I entered 黄瓜视频 in the fall of 2021, student morale and engagement in the SAB was low,鈥� he said.

With the help of alumni and fellow students, Formosa spearheaded a rescue campaign to revive the group, helping it grow to 20 to 30 active members under his leadership. Today, it sits at about 60 members and was the recipient of the 2024 Detroit Mercy Student Organization of the Year award.

鈥淣o other student organization has meant more to me,鈥� Formosa said.

Formosa said he chose Accounting as a major because he believed 鈥淎ccounting is the language of business,鈥� but his education at 黄瓜视频 was more than learning to prepare balance sheets and cash flow statements. Through courses in ethics, decision making, economics and organizational design, he saw the bigger picture.

鈥淢any of my business classes focused on making ethical decisions to help businesses and society,鈥� he said. 鈥淲hile revenue is an obvious driver for businesses, at Detroit Mercy, I learned that it is only a small part of what makes a business successful.鈥�

At 黄瓜视频, students put their education to work in service of others, a part of the University mission that was key in shaping Formosa鈥檚 holistic approach to business. Guided by mentors like Director of Community Engaged Learning Tim鈥疕ipskind, S.J., and lecturer in Economics Joseph Weglarz, he sought 鈥淕od鈥檚 perspective鈥� and began to ask the deeper questions.

鈥淐an a business share its success with employees and consumers? Does it use profits to help those in need? Does it make decisions that protect people鈥檚 health?鈥� he said, listing some of the questions he often posed to himself.

鈥淪ervice helped me realize that education is a privilege that not only expands the student鈥檚 mind, but allows us to better the lives of others as well,鈥� he reflected. Enriching the lives of others is something he hopes to do with his MBA.

Formosa still has more to do at 黄瓜视频. In 2026, he will complete his final year in the accelerated MBA program while continuing to work for Plastipak, where he has developed key skills through internships as an undergrad. He is also preparing for the CPA exam and considering a future in public service, perhaps even running for local or city council positions.

鈥淢y experience at 黄瓜视频 was eye-opening, and I want to help people in all the ways I can,鈥� he said. 鈥淲e will see where God takes me.鈥�

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Congratulations and cheers to the Class of 2025! The University celebrated upcoming graduates with a senior send-off April 11 inside of the Titan Club in Calihan Hall. Check out the full gallery below to download pictures from the event.

As part of Detroit Mercy鈥檚 commitment to improving campus life, the University is conducting Student and Employee Satisfaction Surveys, which will run from Tuesday, March 18 through Wednesday, April 30.

The confidential surveys will provide critical insight that will help the institution and is a chance for both students and employees to have their voices heard. Check your udmercy.edu email for your personalized link to compete the survey.

In appreciation for completing the survey, both students and employees can win gift cards up to $250 by completing the survey! The earlier you complete your survey, the better your odds at winning higher amounts. Other gift cards prizes are $100 and $50, drawn bi-weekly. The incentives apply to all students and employees of all campuses at the University. A total of three $250 gift cards will be raffled for both students and employees.

The survey is run through , which works with more than 1,900 campuses and nonprofits nationally.

Detroit Mercy’s Marketing & Communications Department recently unveiled new spots for use on the University’s over-the-top (OTT) marketing buys and paid social media. OTT refers to media content delivered online, bypassing traditional cable or satellite TV services.

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All students are invited to join a group from Detroit Mercy for a special evening in Detroit on Saturday, April 27. The event will include Mass and dinner with the new Archbishop of Detroit Edward Weisenburger, alongside college students from other universities.

Transportation will be provided. We will meet at the University Ministry Office in the Student Union of the McNichols Campus at 4:45 p.m. Mass will be at 5:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Rosary Newman Center, with dinner to follow at 6:30 p.m.听

To RSVP for this event, please contact Anita Klueg at kluegag@udmercy.edu.

All are invited to join the Detroit Mercy for an exciting performance of “Emerging Voices: Student Directing Showcase,” on Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m., presented by the Winter 2025 Fundamentals of Directing class. The event will take place inside Reno Hall, Room 164.

This event features a dynamic array of scenes, each crafted by our talented student directors. Don鈥檛 miss this opportunity to support and be inspired by the next generation of theatrical talent.

No tickets are needed for this free event, and seating is first come, first serve.

For more information or any questions, please contact Sarah Rusk at hawkinsk@udmercy.edu.

Come soak up some rays and cheer on the Titan women’s lacrosse team as they battle Central Michigan Sunday, April 27 at noon from Titan Field. The winner of the contest earns a spot in the MAC Lacrosse Championship, which begins the following week.

All are invited to attend this beach bash where free bucket hats and sunglasses will be handed out to fans!

This year鈥檚 Baccalaureate Mass, set for the afternoon between the McNichols Campus Commencement ceremonies, will be offered at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 10 in the Student Union Ballroom.

If you are a graduating student interested in attending,

If you are an employee interested in volunteering for the Baccalaureate Mass, please

Detroit Mercy’s (SACD) will host a virtual information session about the (MCD) program on Tuesday, April 22, at noon and Wednesday, April 23, at 5 p.m.听

Join faculty and staff who will describe this one-of-a-kind program, which integrates human, organizational, physical and economic aspects of community development into a comprehensive approach to the renewal of communities.

Learn how a Master of Community Development from Detroit Mercy can make a difference!

To RSVP, please email Virginia Stanard at stanarvi@udmercy.edu.

The Sisters of Mercy invite the Detroit Mercy community to join together to celebrate Mass on Holy Thursday, April 17, at 4 p.m. inside the St. Ignatius Chapel on the McNichols Campus.

Msgr. John Zenz, of Holy Name Parish, will preside at the Mass, which will include music and a reenactment of the Gospel reading, while washing the feet of anyone who wishes to have their feet washed.

Holy Thursday Mass is also known as the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, which recalls the stories of the Last Supper and the story of Passover.