About Detroit Mercy

Founded in 1877 by the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), 海角大神 is Michigan’s largest and most comprehensive Catholic university. In 1990, University of Detroit consolidated with Mercy College of Detroit, which was founded in 1941 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy, to form 海角大神. Detroit Mercy offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and professional academic degrees and programs through seven schools and colleges. Detroit Mercy educates the whole person, focusing on the value of excellent academics, service to the community and a deeper spirituality to prepare graduates to live lives of purpose.

Our Mission:

海角大神, a Catholic university in the Jesuit and Mercy traditions, exists to provide excellent student-centered undergraduate and graduate education in an urban context. A Detroit Mercy education seeks to integrate the intellectual, spiritual, ethical and social development of our students

Our Vision:

海角大神 will be recognized as a premier independent university in the Great Lakes region, distinguished by graduates who lead and serve in their communities.

Open All | Close All

听
Accreditation

Regional Institutional Accreditation

Institution-wide accreditation is governed by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). HLC is a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education that oversees more than 1,000 colleges and universities in 19 states. All HLC member institutions are required to undergo a full accreditation review every 10 years. Please see our Statement of Academic Standing (SAS) on the HLC website for information regarding our current status.

For more information about the accreditation status of Detroit Mercy contact:

Higher Learning Commission
30 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411
https://hlcommission.org/

Please contact the HLC only in relation to the University’s compliance with accreditation requirements. Normal inquiries about admission requirements, educational programs, and financial aid should be directed to the University.

Academic Program Accreditation

In addition to the University's institutional accreditation, a large number of academic programs are accredited. Accredited academic programs consist of undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs across the University. For the most recent, complete list of accredited academic programs and accreditation status, please see the Academic Program Standing document.

听

Leadership

Administrative Team

Administrative Leadership Roster
Position Title	Name
University President	Donald B. Taylor, Ph.D.
Provost and VP for Academic Affairs	Pamela Zarkowski, J.D., M.P.H.
VP for Finance & Administration	Thomas Manceor, C.P.A.
VP for Enrollment Management & Student Affairs	Deborah Stieffel, M.S.
VP for University Advancement	Arnold D'Ambrosio, M.A.L.S.
Assistant to the President for Mission Integration	Vacant
Executive Assistant to the President	Lisa MacDonnell, M.A.L.S.
University Secretary and Senior Attorney	Monica Barbour, J.D.
Director of Athletics	Robert Vowels, J.D.
Director of University Ministry	Anita Klueg, M.T.S.
Dean of Students	Monica Williams, M.A.
Associate VP for Facilities Management & Campus Services	Tamara Batcheller, M.S.
Associate VP for Academic Administration	Karen Lee, Ph.D.
Associate VP for Finance	Kimberly Koelb, C.P.A.
Associate VP for Human Resources	Netina Anding-Moore, M.S.A.
Associate VP for Information Technology	Edward G. Tracy II, M.S.C.I.S.
Associate VP for Marketing & Communications	Gary Erwin, M.F.A.
Associate VP / University Registrar	Diane Praet, M.B.A.
Director of Public Safety	Joel Gallihugh, B.S.

Deans

Academic Leadership Roster
University unit	Dean
School of Architecture & Community Development	Daniel Pitera, M.Arch.
College of Business Administration	Joseph G. Eisenhauer, Ph.D.
School of Dentistry	Mert N. Aksu, D.D.S., J.D., M.H.S.A.
College of Engineering & Science	Katherine Snyder, Ph.D.
College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing (Interim)	Janet Baiardi, PhD, FNP-BC
School of Law	Jelani Jefferson Exum, J.D.
College of Liberal Arts & Education	Jocelyn M. Boryczka, Ph.D.
University Libraries (Interim)	Marilyn Dow, M.L.I.S.

海角大神