Detroit Mercy College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences

06/04/2026

SOAR Week 1 & Day 1 at CHASS 🎉💙

Welcome home, Class of 2030!

Today, we had the opportunity to welcome our newest students to campus as they began their SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration) experience. From learning about life at Detroit Mercy to exploring the opportunities available within CHASS, it was an exciting day filled with new connections and new beginnings.

We love sharing what makes CHASS so special and can’t wait to see all that this incredible class will accomplish.

Welcome to the CHASS family—we’re so glad you’re here! ✨🎓

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06/03/2026

Congratulations to Prof. Roy Finkenbine, recipient of the 2026 Magis Faculty Recognition Award in CHASS! 🎉

This award recognizes a full-time faculty member who exemplifies the Jesuit ideal of the magis — striving for "the more" through excellence, service and transformational leadership.

Prof. Finkenbine was recognized for his outstanding teaching, research and service, as well as his commitment to radical transformation through the creation of the Black Abolitionist Archives, his leadership of the Department of History and African American Studies Program, and his service as Assistant Dean.

To honor his extraordinary legacy, the Dr. Roy E. Finkenbine History Scholarship, an endowed scholarship for history majors has been established. The goal is to raise more than $25,000 to support future students pursuing the study of history with the same curiosity, passion and purpose that Prof. Finkenbine has inspired in generations of students.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition and lasting legacy! 👏📚

LINK: https://www.udmercy.edu/giving/fund/scholarship/roy-finkenbine-history.php

06/02/2026

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06/02/2026

Congratulations to Professor David Koukal! 🎉

At this year’s Spotlight on Excellence, Professor Koukal was awarded Emeritus status in Philosophy, recognizing his years of dedication, scholarship, and service to Detroit Mercy and the CHASS community.

Thank you for the lasting impact you have made on generations of students and colleagues. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 👏📚

06/01/2026

Congratulations to Professor Michael Lauchlan! 🎉📚

We are proud to celebrate Professor Lauchlan on receiving the inaugural Agere ex Missione Award for Adjunct Faculty and on his appointment as Poet-in-Residence.

These honors recognize his dedication to teaching, creativity, and the lasting impact he has made on our students and the CHASS community.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏✨

05/29/2026

Briggs in bloom 🌸✨

One of our favorite times of year on campus. From blooming trees to sunny skies spring has officially arrived at CHASS. 🌿☀️

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

One last brunch with our CHASS Ambassadors 🥹💙

Such a special way to celebrate an amazing group. We are going to miss our graduating ambassadors so much and are incredibly thankful for all of their hard work, leadership, and dedication to the CHASS community.

Thank you for everything you’ve done to represent CHASS so well. Once an ambassador, always family ✨👏

05/26/2026