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A hydroponics system inside the College of Health Professions.

The Titan Innovation Fund was introduced to spark innovation at UDM. It is designed to support new, creative ideas that improve the University and student experiences by ensuring that they receive the resources and support needed to survive.

Judy Mouch speaks at a podium.

Sr. Judy Mouch's intellectual rigor, deep faith and good humor made an impact on the lives of countless individuals. As a nursing professor, she inspired and mentored future healthcare professionals. She was also an inspiration to many at Detroit Mercy outside of the College of Health Professions and McAuley School of Nursing.

OCC RN to BSN partnership

The partnership offers associate degree nurses an accelerated pathway to earn a bachelor of science degree in Nursing in 12 months. Students will take seven-week courses with classes offered in online, in-person and hybrid formats. Those accepted into the program can attend either full- or part-time.

Dozens of students walk on the McNichols Campus during the first day of classes.

For a sixth year in a row, University of Detroit Mercy was ranked among the top national universities by U.S. News & World Report in its Best Colleges 2025 edition.

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The event offers a platform for experimentation, learning and advancing the ethical use of AI in healthcare while promoting social equity and ensuring environmental sustainability. By bringing together students, professionals and community members, the event aims to develop actionable AI solutions that can transform health outcomes for Detroit residents.

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Join us for the 2024 Detroit Urban Health Challenge, a two-day hackathon designed to foster AI innovation in addressing Detroit's urgent urban health challenges.

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The 2025 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranking has put UDM at No. 43 in the nation, nine places higher than it ranked the University last year.

Dozens of people wearing red UDM t-shirts and others stand and pose for a Class of 2028 photo outdoors in front of Holden Hall and the TITANS signage.

New Titans took part in move-in day to Shiple Hall, First-year Convocation, PTV and more to help kick-off their college careers.

A photo of healthcare professionals gathering in a circle to discuss something.

Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS) and Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) open doors to higher-level nursing positions and careers. University of Detroit Mercy will host information sessions for both programs in June and July.

Students and scholarship donors sit around a table and mingle at a reception event.

Scholarships are a way to make education accessible to all, and University of Detroit Mercy is no stranger to granting scholarships to a wide array of students. Through the generosity of private donors and philanthropic organizations, the University gives Titans the chance to pursue the education of their dreams.

Three photos feature graduates during commencement ceremonies inside of Calihan Hall.

The world welcomed new Titans with more than 1,000 University of Detroit Mercy graduates receiving their diplomas across four Commencement ceremonies May 10-11 on the McNichols Campus.

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The new partnership aims to improve matriculation to graduate and professional schools, improve professional licensing passage rates, and improve employability for graduates.

A photo of Afsana Uddin.

Afsana Uddin has been attending classes at University of Detroit Mercy since 2012. But it was the service learning programs that truly inspired her and helped her see that good health starts long before a person needs a doctor.

A photo of the Engineering Building near the clock tower with red banners that feature the UDM logo and World Needs Titans on it.

Two UDM graduate programs were ranked in the top 20 in the nation and several other programs were included in the 2024-25 U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges edition.

The McNichols Campus is covered in snow during the winter as seen through this aerial drone photo.

Beginning with the 2024-25 academic year, Detroit Mercy will offer free tuition to first-year students who meet certain eligibility requirements. They may renew Titan Edge for up to four years total.

UDM to celebrate student, faculty research projects

Detroit Mercy will recognize the academic work of students, staff and faculty at the 16th annual Celebration of Scholarly Achievement (CSA). This University-wide event will feature traditional research posters, artistic displays, performances, lightning talks, a keynote address by an internationally known speaker and more.

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Ahmed Radwan sees great opportunities for the College of Health Professions after beginning his tenure as dean on March 1.

An aerial photograph of Detroit Mercy's McNichols Campus.

University of Detroit Mercy has recently received more than $2 million in grants to help educate students and their work in the community. 

Three students who are members of The League pose for a photo on the left side. On the right side, members of The League talk amongst each other.

The League is a learning community for Black male students, faculty and staff on University of Detroit Mercy's McNichols Campus. It aims to foster mentorship and enrich the lives of Black male students.

A student uses her computer during an MBA class.

UDM was ranked 13th nationally in the Best Online General Management MBA Programs category, while its online Graduate Nursing Program was No. 62.

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Michigan State Representative Pohutsky was on campus Thursday, Nov. 29.

Six UDM students in the Class of 2027 pictured in a collage.

With the fall semester in full swing, several Titan freshmen share how their experience at UDM has been thus far.

A professor stands and talks to three students sitting in a business classroom. Other students sit in chairs nearby.

Detroit Mercy ranks No. 455 out of 4,500 colleges and universities nationwide for salary earned over the 40-year length of a career according to research published by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce in 2022.

An outdoor photo of the McNichols Campus on a sunny day with students walking on campus amongst trees, buildings and a clock tower.

Detroit Mercy was ranked among the top national universities by U.S. News & World Report for a fifth year in a row, earning a No. 185 rank in the National Universities category.

Two men smile and shake hands and look at each other, with logos for University of Detroit Mercy and Macomb Community College on a board behind them.

To address a high demand for nurses, University of Detroit Mercy and Macomb Community College are collaborating to bring a bachelor’s degree in Nursing completion program to Macomb County.

Students and others during the 2022 Bioneers conference, working outside on logs.

Detroit Mercy will host the 18th annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit Conference on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 12-13. The theme of this year’s conference is “Revolution from the Heart of Nature: Take Action in Detroit.”

An outdoor photo on the McNichols Campus, featuring students sitting on benches, the Memorial clock tower, water fountain, trees, flowers and buildings during a sunny summer day.

Detroit Mercy was ranked No. 52 nationally and second in Michigan, according to results released Sept. 6 by WSJ/College Pulse. UDM was the third-highest ranked Jesuit university and only Mercy institution ranked.

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MEAGN students participated in a mass casualty drill in conjunction with the Bloomfield Township Fire Department. By acting as victims, first responders were given a realistic opportunity to experience such an event.

Two photos of students outdoors, on the left two students push carts past the Shiple Hall sign and on the right, three students wearing red University of Detroit Mercy t-shirts pose and smile in front of a colorful brick wall.

Students from Detroit Mercy's largest freshman class on the McNichols Campus in 14 years participated in Prologues, Transitions and Viewpoints (PTV) during the final part of orientation, Aug. 22-25.

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Join us for an Open House at our Novi Campus on Tuesday, Sept. 12 starting at 4:00 p.m.

A graphic featuring the text 2023 Alumni Achievement Awards, with photos of the seven winners and their names below.

Each year, Detroit Mercy honors an alumnus from each of its seven schools or colleges for the way they have excelled in their professions and demonstrated leadership and service to the larger community.

top exterior of supreme court building

As many of you know, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn affirmative action on June 29, 2023, will have a significant impact on institutions of higher education throughout our country. We pray for all of our friends and member institutions who will experience an array of challenges due to this decision, but most importantly for all students who will be directly affected by the court’s actions.

Youth Health Exploration Camp

Middle school and high school students are invited for Youth Exploration Camp where they will spend one day at College of Health Profession participating in different hands-on simulations relating to the area of healthcare.

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Take a look at what our students are seeing on Day 3 of the Mercy Heritage Tour in Ireland.

group from the mercy tour on baggott street

Take a look at what our students are seeing on Day 2 of the Mercy Heritage Tour in Ireland.

Five people are pictured standing and working on a mannequin patient inside STAR simulation center classrooms.

The new Simulation, Technology and Research (STAR) Center is designed to promote student-faculty collaboration in one space, enhance flexibility of the curriculum and the scenarios help students understand the benefits of different ways of treating patients.

Students sit inside of a classroom and listen to a teacher who sits on a higher chair, with three television screens around them.

For more than a decade, the Leadership minor has been an important part of the college education for hundreds of UDM graduates. More than 500 students are enrolled in the minor each semester.

Graduates walk outdoors on the McNichols Campus near the Jesus statue.

More than 1,000 graduates participated in four ceremonies during 2023 Commencement at University of Detroit Mercy on Friday and Saturday, May 12-13.

Four people wearing graduation regalia are pictured inside of Calihan Hall during a ceremony. One person claps and another stands at attention next to him. A University of Detroit Mercy red banner is draped over a podium.

The Vivere ex Missione awards are presented annually to four graduating students whose time at University of Detroit Mercy was marked by leadership, service and scholarship.

Keagan Tremel poses for a photo in front of a palm tree on a beach.

When Keagan Tremel walks across the commencement stage to pick up her diploma, it will be an especially important accomplishment. Not very long ago, she was told she may never walk again.

An aerial photograph of UDM's McNichols Campus.

For the fourth consecutive year, Detroit Mercy's graduate programs have ranked among the nation’s best.

Three assisted technology devices worked on by University of Detroit Mercy Engineering and Nursing students. From left: a wheelchair storage device for Holly; a custom shower chair for Pete; and a device that allows Scott to transition from his wheelchair to an RV bed.

Student groups unveiled and presented their life-changing assisted technology devices in the College of Engineering & Science to their clients and public on Monday, April 24.

Shawna Stewart '15 poses for a photo while holding a box containing The Starter Kit, which she created for nursing students.

Shawna Stewart ’15 was drawn to the medical field in order to care for people. Now working as a nurse in Detroit, she’s trying to help make things more affordable for nursing students.

Detroit Mercy’s Master’s in Health Services Administration earns 3-year accreditation

CAHME approves initial accreditation of University of Detroit Mercy's Master of Science in Health Services Administration (MHSA) program for a three-year term.

Online Graduate Nursing ranked 37th nationally by 'U.S. News & World Report'

University of Detroit Mercy’s online Graduate Nursing Program was ranked No. 37 nationally in 'U.S. News & World Report’s' Best Online Programs for 2023.