General Residents Meeting Recap

Jan 7, 2026 | UDCA Board Updates

On December 9, approximately 100 residents attended our semi-annual Residents Meeting, with an additional 10 residents joining remotely. During the meeting, the Board of Directors shared updates on UDCA financials, the Special Assessment District, progress made by the Locker Room Task Force, enhanced website and communication strategies, beautification efforts and new signage, as well as membership updates and plans for the 2026 Home Tour.

We were also pleased to welcome a special representative from DTE, who provided insights into budget strategy and electric vehicles and led a brief Q&A session. In addition, DTE generously donated $1,000 in support of UDCA’s mission.

Special thanks to our volunteers who helped the meeting run smoothly – Danielle Bluford, Danielle Bean Jackson, Septima Childress, Mary Jo Smith, Rise Pinkston Smith, Aimee Ridella, Cassandra Spratling, and Cynthia Shore Banks.

Save the Date: Harvest Fest

Join us for the UDCA’s annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 24th from 12:00pm-3:00pm. Gather with friends, neighbors, and family as we welcome the changing season at the University District Community Association’s Annual Harvest Fest. It’s time to celebrate...

Season Premiere Detroit Mercy Theatre Company

Eurydice November 6 - 15 Detroit Mercy Theatre Company presents acclaimed playwright Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice, an emotionally powerful contemporary reimagining of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Told through Eurydice’s eyes, the play explores her emotional...

Save the Date: Holiday Gala

The long-awaited Holiday Gala is officially back! Please join us for an elegant evening of wonderful food, mingling, and dancing with your neighbors at the historic Detroit Golf Club. It is the perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new faces...

Neighborhood Beautification Efforts Peaked in September!

We in the University District love our neighborhood and our neighbors. We are committed to help create and maintain the quiet beauty that is found in simple and natural things. By being mindful of habitats for wildlife in an urban setting, we help to connect residents...

Detroit Home Repair Program

Detroit Homeowner's may be eligible for home repair assistance. Applications open on September 9th 2026 at 8:00am and close at 5:00pm on September 22nd 20206. For more information email: HHFSHomeRepair@detroitmi.gov

Storm Response & Safety Tips

We hope everyone stayed safe during the recent storms. The University District Community Association is reaching out with a few practical safety tips and cleanup resources to help clear debris across the neighborhood. Storm Cleanup & Safety Resources Fallen Trees...

Company is Coming…

It’s time to get ready for the Home Tour! Our community willhost about 800 guests on Saturday, September 12th and we’reasking you to help them feel welcome in our neighborhood.

UDCA Helps Palmer Park Prep Academy Get Garden Ready for Students & Teachers

The UDCA Beautification Committee partnered with the school’s PTA volunteers on aBack to School clean up on August 20. Work involved pruning overgrown plants, clearing stepping stones, staking up cherrytomatoes gone wild, and exposing herbs that insects need for...

Block Captains Needed!

🏡 Get Involved: Become a Block Captain & Save the Date for Our Next Meeting! Neighborly connections make our community strong! We are currently looking for Block Captains and Assistant Block Captains to help share information, support neighbors, and keep the lines...

Researching Your Historic Home

Have you ever wondered about the original family who lived in your home, when exactly it was built, or who designed its unique architectural details? One of the best parts of living in the University District is stewardship—caring for the incredible craftsmanship and...