McAuley School of Nursing Professor Andrea Kwasky has been named a recipient of the 2026 Jesuit Network of Nursing Programs (JNNP) Exemplary Nursing Faculty Award. …
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Submissions to AI AgeWell Challenge due March 30
The Detroit Urban Health AI Challenge is back for its third year to the McNichols Campus with the theme ‘Aging Well,’ exploring how AI can support healthy aging and quality of life. The deadline is quickly approaching to submit your idea for the AI AgeWell Challenge. Submit your idea by March 30 and join interdisciplinary teams for mentorship, prizes and a live pitch competition on April 10.
Volunteers needed for summer CHP Youth Exploration Camp in July
CHP is seeking Biology, Pre-Dental, Pre-Med, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physician Assistant, Optometry and Nursing students to volunteer for the Youth Exploration Camps on July 20-24 (middle school session) and July 27-31 (high school session.
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.
ACLU attorney Jay Kaplan to speak at Lunch & Learn, Feb. 18
Guest speaker Jay Kaplan, a long time ACLU of Michigan attorney, will lead a conversation on ‘Loving and Caring for All in Our Community’ at the Lunch & Learn scheduled for Feb. 18 at noon in Room 138 of the Commerce & Finance Building.
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 …
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.
UDM to host presentation on ‘Justice, Violence and Social Determinants of Health,’ Jan. 29
Julisa Abad, LBGTQ community engagement liaison for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit, will present on ‘Justice, Violence and Social Determinants of Health’ on Jan. 29 at 4 p.m. in the Health Professions Facility.
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.
Introducing recipients of 2025–26 Feminist Scholarship Grants
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025–26 Feminist Scholarship Grants: Patrice Wade-Olson, Kirsten Silwanowicz, Alexa Rihana-Abdallah and Lee Eshelman. The Feminist Scholarship Grant program supports faculty research at all stages of completion and recognizes the time, labor and intellectual contributions required for feminist and intersectional scholarship.
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 …
‘Consulting with Hospital Ethics Committees’ lecture set for Oct. 29
As part of the Your Health Lecture Series, join critical social bioethicist Jennifer McCurdy for an insightful conversation about hospital ethics on Wednesday, Oct. 29, in Room 114 of the Chemistry Building on the McNichols Campus.
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.
Healthcare is Radical Hospitality
Read the latest feature in the Mission Effectiveness series ‘A Year in Radical Hospitality,’ which delves into compassionate, patient-centered healthcare, in which Detroit Mercy faculty and students seek to provide care that honors the dignity of each individual and meets patients where they are.
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 …
Human trafficking conversation set for Jan. 15
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and the College of Health Professions and McAuley School of Nursing will host a presentation and discussion on this very important issue on Jan. 15.
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. …
Donations currently being accepted for KONGsgiving food drive in support of Bark Nation
Please consider donating items for Bark Nation’s 11th annual outreach event, KONGsgiving! A collection bin will be stationed in the Health Professions Building in the Sr. Maureen Fay lounge until Nov. 25.
Stress awareness roundtable discussion on Nov. 20
All are welcome to attend the Stress Awareness Roundtable Discussion on Nov. 20 to learn tips and tricks to help deal with stress surrounding final exams and the holiday season.
Feminist Scholarship Colloquium set for Oct. 28
The Women’s and Gender Studies Program will host the annual Feminist Scholarship Colloquium on Monday, Oct. 28, where presenters will share the diverse ways that sex, gender, sexuality and structures of power inform their research and teaching.
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.
CHP to host hands-on aeroponics workshop, Sept. 25
Come plant with us! Join this interactive workshop and dive into the innovative world of aeroponics gardening.
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!