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, assistant 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:
DEADLINE: Application must be received by November 27, 2023
Please check for information about next year's application deadline.
The deadline has passed to apply for the Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship in 2023. We look forward to announcing this year's awardees soon.
In the meantime, please consider making a donation to the Adia J. Palmer Memorial Scholarship Fund -- and help us help our students to defray the costs of textbooks and fees.