Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions (CHP) Wellness Committee has been named as the academic honoree of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing’s …
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UDM’s online graduate programs earn national recognition from ‘U.S. News & World Report’
Three online programs are ranked among the best in the nation.
NAMI ‘In Our Own Voice’ presentation set for Feb. 19
The CHP and the NAMI Metro Chapter will host Aria Darling on Thursday, Feb. 19, for a presentation from the NAMI ‘In Our Own Voice’ program. Darling, an emergency medicine physician, will share her lived experience with a mental health condition to help promote understanding and reduce stigma surrounding mental health.
UDM Nursing professor stars on FOX show ‘Extracted’
UDM Nursing professor Molly McClelland, her twin sister Polly, and daughter Bailey teamed up as one of 12 teams on the FOX survival reality series, ‘Extracted,’ which debuts on Jan. 26.
TENNsgiving food drive, all November
TENN and the UDM Physician Assistant Program are collecting non-perishable and dry food items in support our local community for the entire month of November.
Stress and mental health awareness roundtable discussion set for Nov. 19
Learn coping strategies and connect with others across the UDM community at a stress and mental health awareness roundtable discussion on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 12-1 p.m. in the Commerce & Finance Building, Room 138.
Detroit Mercy PA Program celebration set for Nov. 3
The CHP will host an event recognizing the achievements and contributions of PA students, faculty and alumni on Nov. 3. The evening will include refreshments and guided tours of the STAR Center.
University of Detroit Mercy’s Physician Assistant (PA) Program was recently recognized as the top PA program in the United States. The Physician Assistant Education Association …
College of Health Professions Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki and Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 have published two chapters: “Health care in France” and “Health care in Poland.” …
Second annual CHP Research Symposium set for Sept. 27
Find out how Detroit Mercy is leading the way in healthcare innovation at the College of Health Professions’ second-annual Research Symposium on Saturday, Sept. 27, on the McNichols Campus.
McAuley School of Nursing BSN pre-licensure program from the Aquinas Campus celebrated every member of the 2025 graduating class (23 students) passing the National Council …
Holly tree planted in Ireland as tribute to Sr. Judy Mouch
A holly tree was planted as a heartfelt tribute to Sr. Judy Mouch during the MSON’s fourth excursion to Dublin and Cork to visit locations foundational to the Sisters of Mercy.
Class of ’25: CHP grad follows family’s path in medicine
Growing up outside of Detroit, Courtney Christian’s early life was steeped in a family tradition of medicine. Her mother, as well her mother’s side of the family, work in the field of medicine. Naturally, Christian followed suit by studying at Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing.
McAuley School of Nursing Assistant Professor Ashlee Barnes was named an Oakland Together 40 Under 40 awardee for the Class of 2025, which recognized leaders …
UDM’s Faces on Design takes on healthcare challenges to improve wellbeing of patients
“People with disabilities are entirely capable of performing daily activities and tasks when they’re provided with the proper tools and support,” said Jesse Lindlbauer, a …
Assistant Professor Ashlee Barnes was nominated and selected for NAMI Michigan Honors 2025 College Educator of the Year Award.
CHP welcomes new associate dean
Please join us in giving Ashraf Elazzazi, UDM’s newly appointed associate dean for the School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, a warm welcome to our community.
Universal suicide screening in medical settings discussion set for April 9
With suicide being a leading public health concern, early identification through routine screening can save lives. Please join us for an important discussion Monday, April 9 regarding the importance of screening in medical settings.
Dean of the College of Health Professions Ahmed Radwan spoke at HealthcareNEXT’s panel discussion entitled “Workforce Challenges and State of the Industry” on April 3. …
UDM announces two new healthcare programs: Health Sciences and Sports & Exercise Sciences
Starting in fall of 2025, UDM’s College of Health Professions will offer bachelor’s degrees in Health Sciences and Sports & Exercise Sciences.
Help name the STAR Center’s new manikin
Students, the STAR Center needs help picking and selecting a name for the new manikin! The deadline is Friday, Feb. 7 at 8 a.m.
STAR Center receives provisional accreditation
The STAR Center has achieved provisional accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare through Dec. 31, 2026.
Detroit Mercy’s STAR Center has received provisional accreditation. CHP’s Simulation, Technology and Research (STAR) Center recently received notification that it earned provisional accreditation from the …
Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki and Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 are published in the second edition of Foundations of Rural Public Health on the topic of U.S. …
Detroit Urban Health AI-Prompt-A-Thon set for Oct. 25-26 at Detroit Mercy
Unleash the power of AI for a healthier Detroit by collaborating with a diverse group of participants driven by a common goal on Oct. 25-26.
Associate Professor Nutrena Tate has been named the 2024 Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) of the Year by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Michigan …
Faculty recognition event set for Nov. 1
The event not only honors two distinguished Detroit Mercy faculty members, but also recognizes faculty from all of Detroit Mercy’s campuses, who contribute to the mission of the University and the education and development of UDM students.
Assistant Professor Ashlee Barnes and Associate Professor Arthur Ko presented their research study titled, “Innovative Mental and Physical Interventions in Preparing Students for Educational Activities,” …
College of Health Professions Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki, Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 and Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) Chief Operating Officer of Water and Field Services …
College of Health Professions Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki and Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 presented Sept. 26 at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy …
UDM ranks in top 200 U.S. universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges
For a sixth year in a row, University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) was ranked among the top national universities by U.S. News & World Report in its Best Colleges 2025 edition.
Submissions wanted for CHP & MSON research symposium
Students, faculty, alumni and clinical partners can submit research abstracts for presentation at the College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing’s inaugural research symposium.
College of Health Professions Dean Ahmed Radwan was recently featured on the APTA-Michigan Oncology Rehab SIG (Special Interest Group) Podcast. He discussed a recent publication …
College of Health Professors and McAuley School of Nursing Assistant Professor Ashlee Barnes was selected as the winner for the Distinguished Alumni Nightingale Awards for …
Class of ’24: Helping create a healthier community is her goal
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.
Phillip Olla, associate professor in the College of Health Professions, served as moderator of a panel at the April 16 MedHealth Summit at Ford Field. …
United in Pride: Celebrating diversity at UDM on April 9
A LGBTQ+ pride celebration and panel will be held Tuesday, April 9 from 12:45-1:45 p.m. inside of the College of Health Professions Building, Room 124 to celebrate diversity at UDM. All are welcome to join!
Special presentation on Michigan Medical Aid in Dying Legislation set for April 10
The Detroit Mercy community is invited to a special presentation on Michigan Medical Aid in Dying Legislation at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, hosted by the College of Health Professions and McAuley School of Nursing.
Author Christine Montross guest for virtual series, ‘Telling the Stories of Health Humanities’
Psychiatrist and author Christine Montross will be the featured guest in a virtual speaker series entitled, “Telling the Stories of the Health Humanities,” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 10.
First Titan Taxi episode of 2024 is now live
McAuley School of Nursing Assistant Professor Sara Gifford was the latest host of the Titan Taxi, offering rides, asking Titans about a woman that inspires them and more!
Health equity is topic of community event
The community forum on “The Inhumanity of Environmental Racism and What it Means for Black health” featuring Keisha Ray will be held Wednesday, March 27 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Engineering Building, Room 120.
College of Health Professions Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki and Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 presented at the Michigan Academy of Arts, Letter and Science Conference in Detroit …
CHP welcomes its new dean
The College of Health Professions has a new dean. Ahmed Radwan began his tenure March 1. Radwan joined the University from Utica University (New York) where he was a professor of physical therapy and dean for Health Professions and Education.
Student Spotlight: Basma Adel
Congratulations to Basma Adel, a first-year Dental student, who was announced as the winner of naming the new mannequin inside of the STAR Center.
STAR Center featured in PBS Detroit television spot
Detroit Mercy’s new and innovative STAR Center was featured in a television spot Thursday, Feb. 22 on PBS Detroit’s weekly show, One Detroit. Staff, faculty and students talked about the new STAR Center with One Detroit’s Daijah Moss.
National Alliance on Mental Illness presentation set for Feb. 22
The NAMI In Our Own Voice presentation, hosted by the College of Health Professions and made possible by the Mission Micro-Grant, change attitudes, assumptions and ideas about people with mental health conditions.
Suicide prevention gatekeeper training open for all, Jan. 26
The College of Health Professions Wellness and Well-being Committee will be presenting Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR): Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training on Friday, Jan. 26 at 9:30 a.m.
Help name the STAR Center’s new mannequin
Students, the STAR Center needs help picking and selecting a name for the new mannequin inside of the STAR Center! Help pick and select the name for the new mannequin by the end of the day on Sunday, Jan. 21.
Associate Professors Mary-Catherine Harrison and Arthur Ko, and Library Professor Jill Turner co-published a new article in Jesuit Higher Education: A Journal, titled “Faculty Formation …
College of Health Professions Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki and UDM alumna Stephanie Baiyasi Kozicki ’15 recently co-chaired the fourth International Conference of Environment in Sapporo, …