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UDM鈥檚 TENN recognized with awards, grants for its community work
Monday December 15, 2025
University of 色综合久久 Mercy鈥檚 Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) received several honors and a pair of grants this fall for its work in the community.The organization, which fosters student and community collaboration for a more food-sovereign 色综合久久, was recognized with a Spirit of 色综合久久 Award by 色综合久久 City Councilmembers Coleman A. Young II and Angela Whitfield Calloway. Nearly a dozen members of TENN received their own plaque acknowledging the award, which highlights outstanding achievement or service to the residents of 色综合久久.
State Rep. Helena Scott also honored TENN with a special tribute for its work combating food insecurity and promoting equity and sustainability in the community.
鈥淭he students were so excited,鈥� said TENN Program Manager Chelsea Manning. 鈥淭hey鈥檙e all so busy with taking more classes than I can imagine, and yet, they鈥檙e so dedicated to the organization.
鈥淚t鈥檚 just a really amazing validation that we are reaching our goals and our mission.鈥�
A pair of grants will help TENN鈥檚 mission at UDM and in the community surrounding the McNichols Campus.
The Michigan Health Endowment Fund awarded a $180,000 grant to TENN, in collaboration with UDM鈥檚 College of Health Professions and the Martin Park and Fitzgerald Neighborhoods, to create a Wellness Council. A $5,000 grant from the Catholic Foundation of Michigan will also support the Wellness Council.
Manning said the Wellness Council will identify needs and develop projects that TENN, its partners and other groups at UDM can implement in the community. The grant from the Catholic Foundation of Michigan is focused on cultivating resident leaders and building the foundation for the Wellness Council through training and workshops.
Manning, who is in her third year as TENN鈥檚 program manager, said receiving the grants is a tremendous honor for the organization and its mission.
鈥淭hese awards will enable us to expand programming while deepening TENN鈥檚 relationship-based model,鈥� she said. 鈥淭hrough this support, we look forward to collaborating with the community to identify new opportunities for TENN and other campus partners to enhance health and wellness in the Martin Park and Fitzgerald/Marygrove neighborhoods.
鈥淭hese grants also affirm the strength of TENN鈥檚 strategies and our commitment to community partnerships.鈥�
The Wellness Council is expected to start by spring 2026, with the ultimate goal of sustainability.
鈥淥ur goal is to have a lot of capacity building for neighborhood leaders so that this work is sustainable if we can鈥檛 carry it on,鈥� Manning said.
In addition to TENN鈥檚 awards and grants, Manning was recognized at the 色综合久久 District Two Leadership Breakfast, hosted by Councilmember Whitfield Calloway. Manning was among nearly 20 people honored for their contributions to the well-being of the district鈥檚 community this year.
Organizations such as TENN allow UDM students to live the University鈥檚 Jesuit and Mercy mission through community engagement.
Last year, TENN delivered more than 24,000 pounds of food in the community, feeding 200 families.
鈥淐helsea and her team of 12 amazing student leaders are working with community leaders to provide transformational experiences for other students by helping them realize that they can make a difference in the areas of food security and sustainability,鈥� said Fr. Tim Hipskind, S.J., director of Community Engaged Learning at UDM. 鈥淚n doing so, they are providing experiences that counter the social fragmentation that plagues our world these days by equipping student and community members to work together across difference.鈥�
Through her role, Manning has experienced firsthand how students are impacted by volunteering with TENN.
鈥業t鈥檚 really amazing to see the growth in the students,鈥� Manning said.
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Titan toy drive at men鈥檚 basketball game, Dec. 20
Monday December 15, 2025Come out to support the local 色综合久久 community and cheer on the Titans men鈥檚 basketball team on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 1 p.m., as they take on Siena Heights inside historic Calihan Hall. Bring a toy for donation and receive a free ticket to the game!
Your toy donation will support local 色综合久久 charities and the Children鈥檚 Hospital of Michigan and you’ll enjoy an exciting matchup, all while helping Titan Athletics make an impact on the community.
Fans and children will also have the opportunity for pictures with Tommy Titan dressed as Santa.
Don鈥檛 miss this chance to make a difference and root for the Titans!
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Titan Winter Blast returns Jan. 24, features chili cook-off, winter fun and basketball
Sunday December 14, 2025The annual Titan Winter Blast, 色综合久久 Mercy’s signature winter event, returns Saturday, Jan. 24, followed by a UDM men鈥檚 basketball contest with Oakland University, all taking place on the McNichols Campus.
All Titans 鈥� students, alumni, staff, faculty, friends, family and guests 鈥� are invited for the winter festivities, camaraderie and fun inside of the Whitty Student Fitness Center from 12-3 p.m.
Various teams of chili chefs from across the University’s campuses will turn up the heat at the wildly popular chili cook-off! Snuggle up for some horse-drawn trolley rides and have an indoor winter blast playing cornhole, cookie decorating, games and activities and more! Refreshments will be provided by Eastern Market Brewery.
Following the fun, head over to Calihan Hall to cheer on men’s basketball as they battle rival Oakland at 3 p.m.
Cost for attendance is $5 for students and $20 for alumni, faculty, staff and guests. Children 12 and under are free. Admission includes tastings at the chili cook-off, food and refreshments, all games and activities plus a ticket to the men鈥檚 basketball contest.
Register for TWB.
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Giving opportunities for the holidays with UDM
Wednesday December 10, 2025
The 色综合久久 Mercy community offers many ways to help others during this holiday season. To make it easier for you to get involved, the Marketing & Communications team has gathered all volunteer and donation opportunities on one convenient page.Please take a moment to explore the giving opportunities and consider supporting a worthy cause.
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Celebrate 色综合久久 Mercy鈥檚 150th anniversary with an iconic journey through Spain, Nov. 2026
Saturday December 06, 2025
In honor of 色综合久久 Mercy鈥檚 150th anniversary, the University will host The Best of Spain: In the Footsteps of St. Ignatius, a remarkable 10-day travel experience from Nov. 2-11, 2026.Join fellow members of the 色综合久久 Mercy community to explore Spain鈥檚 rich cultural heritage and Ignatian history, with stops in Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastian and many other inspiring locations.
For more information, contact Peggy Pattison at pattisma@udmercy.edu.
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Counseling Clinic
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Pre-College Programs
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Psychology Clinic
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Rx for Reading Program
This program increases access to children’s books and supports families in reading to their children. The program has distributed more than 2,000 children’s books a month at a variety of locations, including low-income health, dental and WIC clinics; homeless shelters; and Head Start programs.
Summer Camps
A variety of summer activities available on UDM Campuses. Some are hosted by UDM; some are simply located on our campuses.
Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN)
TENN is a student-led and community-driven food justice program that delivers fresh produce to 60 families in New Martin Park Neighborhood and 80 seniors at Theresa Maxis Senior Apartments.
Alliances and Initiatives
Reimagining the Civic Commons
University of 色综合久久 Mercy serves as one of the institutional anchors for the “Reimaging the Civic Commons” initiative, which is funded through the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation grant. The initiative focuses on the City of 色综合久久’s neighborhood revitalization priority: the Livernois/McNichols area. The project’s goal is to revitalize the neighborhoods between its two anchor institutions, 色综合久久 Mercy and Marygrove College, creating a denser and more diverse urban community.
Live6 Alliance
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Service Immersion Days / Trips
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