If you have questions about the application, please contact Amy Keyzer, administrative assistant to the dean of libraries, at keyzeram@udmercy.edu, or Rebecca Tull, associate library professor at tullrs@udmercy.edu.
The University of Detroit Mercy community lost a dear friend and engaging student in Adia Palmer, who passed away unexpectedly in March 2022.
Remembered as “a light at the University” by her classmates, Adia was heavily involved at Detroit Mercy, including as a communications major, library student assistant, poet, Varsity News writer and photographer, TENN volunteer, warrior for food justice and most importantly, a true friend.
To honor Adia’s legacy of creativity, inspiration and elevation, as well as her desire to spread joy, peace and love to make the world a better place, the Detroit Mercy Libraries has established the Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship.
The scholarship(s) will be awarded annually in December to a returning library student assistant, Varsity News writer or photographer, or TENN volunteer. Communications studies and theatre students may also be considered.
Student recipient criteria:
The deadline to apply for the 2024-2025 scholarship has passed. Please check back in 2025 for details about the next opportunity to apply.