The Detroit Mercy Leadership Academy represents a significant investment in developing leadership excellence across the University. The program brought together staff, faculty, administrators and department chairs for a focused and collaborative learning experience designed to strengthen leadership skills, build institutional capacity and foster a shared culture of excellence.
The inaugural cohort participated in six monthly sessions, earned a microcredential in leadership and successfully completed the program on April 10. Participant feedback underscored the value of dedicated time for reflection, peer exchange and meaningful skill development.
The Leadership Academy has established a strong foundation for future cohorts and reinforces the University’s commitment to “growing our own” leaders. The Office of the Provost looks forward to continuing and expanding this initiative in the years ahead.
Special thanks to Professor and Coordinator of Leadership Minor Don DiPaolo for leading the program, with the support of Registrar Emeritus Diane Praet and Ericka Jones from the Office of Academic Affairs, for their leadership and commitment to this important initiative.
