Professor of Mechanical Engineering Nihad Dukhan was awarded the 2024 American Society for Engineering Education – North Central Section Outstanding Teaching Award. The award was …
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CES to host Systematic Innovation Workshop, March 22
The College of Engineering & Science is set to host a Systematic Innovation Workshop, set for Friday, March 22 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. inside of the Siebert Innovation Center in the Engineering Building on the McNichols Campus.
Women engineers share experiences in industry, Jan. 31
Join Detroit Mercy’s Society of Women Engineers and Office of Title IX for a discussion of women’s experiences in the engineering industry on Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 5 p.m.
Alumnus on chase to represent Team USA in 2024 Olympics
Former student-athlete Ben Kendell ’18, ’19 is set to become the fifth Titan male to compete in the U.S. Olympic Trials, competing in the marathon Feb. 3 in Orlando, Fla.
UDM-OCC agreement will help Engineering students
Detroit Mercy and Oakland Community College (OCC) have announced an articulation agreement making it easier for OCC pre-engineering graduates to complete a bachelor’s degree in various engineering disciplines at UDM.
Associate Professor of Physics Eswara Prasad Venugopal received the DEI Best Paper Award at the American Society for Engineering Education conference. He was interviewed for …
Engineering and Science team has strong showing at DTE challenge
A team from the College of Engineering & Science made a strong showing at the DTE/ESD Michigan Energy Efficiency Conference and Exhibition on Tuesday, May 9, where they presented their project for the DTE E-challenge 5.
Class of ’23: Grad finds joy in breeding puppies, Civil Engineering
Kirstin Finnila has balanced puppies and studies as a Civil Engineering student at UDM. She is known to do her homework while sitting with the puppies in their pen.
UDM graduate programs rank among best according to U.S. News & World Report
University of Detroit Mercy graduate programs in Engineering, Business, Law, Health Professions and Liberal Arts & Education were once again ranked among the top in the nation in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ edition. This is the fourth consecutive year that Detroit Mercy graduate programs have ranked among the nation’s best.
UDM’s multidisciplinary patient-centered program provides Nursing and Engineering students a chance to help people with disabilities
University of Detroit Mercy Engineering and Nursing students engaged in a year-long multidisciplinary, collaborative patient-centered project titled “Faces on Design” designed to improve the quality of life for people with physical disabilities. On April 24 at 11 a.m., student groups will unveil and present their life-changing assisted technology devices in the College of Engineering & Science to their clients and public.
In-sync: Civil Engineering senior takes skating talents to global platform
In addition to studying engineering at the University like her parents, Catherine Cole competes at a high level in synchronized skating, which has recently included competitions across the globe during her final semester of college.
Detroit Mercy’s graduate programs earn 2023 national rankings from U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ edition
University of Detroit Mercy graduate programs in Health Professions, Nursing, Engineering, Business and Law have once again been ranked among the top national universities in …
CES to host Slide Rule dinner and dance, April 1
The 89th annual Slide Rule Dinner is slated for Friday, April 1 at 5:30 p.m. The annual dinner is hosted by the College of Engineering …
Women scientists honored at McNichols Campus Library
In honor of International Women’s Day, the science, race and technology learning community invites students, faculty and staff to a special exhibit honoring women scientists …
Detroit Mercy to host 16th annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit Conference
Detroit Mercy will host the 16th annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit Conference Oct. 15-16 on the McNichols Campus. The theme of this year’s conference is …
Mechanical Engineering professor finds beauty, renown with calligraphy
Since his childhood in Gaza, calligraphy has held a special place in Nihad Dukhan’s heart. From his self-taught beginnings — participating in competitions with middle school classmates and …
Detroit Mercy to host virtual summer academic camps in STEM and other fields
Detroit Mercy is pleased to release the institution’s line-up of virtual summer camps for students in southeast Michigan. Camps are geared toward students ages of …
Professor of Civil, Architecture & Environmental Engineering Utpal Dutta was featured in the WalletHub article, “2021’s Best & Worst States to Drive in.”
Three poems from Detroit Mercy’s Creative Writing Collective were published in 3:AM Magazine and The Antonym: “closer, now closer,” by Professor of English Nick Rombes …
College of Engineering & Science highlights student research during annual symposium
University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science will highlight research performed by undergraduate and graduate students during its eighth annual symposium, Nov. 19 …
New STEM scholarship offers full undergraduate tuition
The Science and Engineering Equity Development (SEED) scholarship program supports the success of academically talented students with demonstrated financial need in the fields of computer …
NSF grant opens Detroit Mercy research to nation’s students
A consortium led by University of Detroit Mercy will make authentic research experiences more accessible for hundreds of students across the United States, thanks to …
Dual enrollment program prepares students for college and STEM fields
Wendy Montesinos discovered her passion for Engineering and could not wait to build on relationships with faculty. Paulina Torres-Guzman ’19 said she was prepared to …
National Science Foundation selects professor for fellowship
Megan Conrad, an assistant professor of Mechanical Engineering at Detroit Mercy, was recently selected as a National Science Foundation (NSF) ASCEND fellow. The ASCEND project …
Professor to work on motion planning of robots through Fulbright program
Several things have to fall into place for a professor to be chosen for a Fulbright Award, and it usually takes several applications. So, University …
Mechanical Engineering graduate takes advantage of all University has to offer
When choosing which college she wanted attend, Brynne Gustafson’s wish-list was concise: study engineering at a small university and be involved in something outside of …
Detroit Mercy to host Engineering & Technology Teacher Boot Camp
Update 6/20: The Engineering & Technology Teacher Boot Camp will now be hosted online and not on the McNichols Campus. Interested individuals may still sign …
Associate Professor of Biology Rachelle Belanger has been nominated as candidate for Chair of the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology: Division of Neurobiology, Neuroethology, …
Biology student earns prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
Sara Abdulelah, a junior Biology student in Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science, has been named a 2020 Goldwater Scholar. Abdulelah is one of …
Students, faculty explore differential equations through models
Detroit Mercy students and faculty explored using models to solve differential equations during a recent educational workshop, hosted by Professor of Mathematics Xiaohui (Kathy) Zhong. …
Students engage in groundbreaking research on herbicide chemical
Detroit Mercy undergraduate students have plenty of opportunities for research in just about any area of study. Students working in the lab of Rachelle Belanger, …
Professor hopes to inspire young scientists at international STEM event
University of Detroit Mercy Assistant Professor of Biology Nizar Ibrahim wants young people to know there’s still plenty left to explore and discover in the …
Detroit Mercy hosts 15th annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit Conference
Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science will play host to the 15th Annual Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) Conference titled “The Planet will Survive. Will …
Recognizing two leaders for Crain’s Notable Women in Education Leadership honor
Detroit Mercy leaders were featured in Crain’s Detroit Business’ Notable Women in Education Leadership 2019 report. Detroit Mercy’s Katherine Snyder ’89, ’93, dean of the …
“It Follows” screening on campus, Sept. 6
Detroit Mercy will host a screening of the film, “It Follows,” on Friday, Sept. 6 at 8 p.m. in Room 120 of the Engineering Building. …
College of Engineering & Science Dean Katherine Snyder was interviewed by 910 AM Superstation host Nolan Finley, Aug. 7. Snyder discussed Detroit Mercy and Wayne …
Assistant Professor of Biology Nizar Ibrahim was recently interviewed by WDIV-TV Local 4 host Sandra Ali,discussing his mission to bring the excitement of science to …
Detroit Mercy receives INCOSE academic equivalency
Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science recently received The International Council of Systems of Engineering (INCOSE) award on Academic Equivalency for the INCOSE Associate …
Detroit Mercy experience changes career and life path for Maxwell
Danielle Maxwell is thankful for the relationships she built with her professors while at University of Detroit Mercy. In fact, she was so inspired by …
Student’s research leads to opportunity at NASA
Nicholas Boynton started doing research at University of Detroit Mercy as a freshman because he thought it sounded interesting. He didn’t know the effect it …
Student’s future is shaped by ReBUILD experience
Through Detroit Mercy’s ReBUILDetroit program, 2019 graduate Relicious Eboh says she learned about research, public health, serving others and, most important, a lot about herself. …
Center for Cyber Security & Intelligence Studies hosts CyberPatriot Con, May 3
University of Detroit Mercy’s Center for Cyber Security & Intelligence Studies will host more than 300 students, their mentors and coaches at CyberPatriot Con from …
Detroit Mercy dedicates the Frederick & Suzanne Seibert Center for Innovation & Collaboration
On Thursday, April 12, University of Detroit Mercy celebrated the dedication of the new Frederick and Suzanne Seibert Center for Innovation and Collaboration. More than …
Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science realigns tuition for graduate engineering programs
University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science has instituted a realignment in domestic tuition for engineering programs. This change is effective starting with …
Detroit Mercy and College for Creative Studies improve quality of life and work conditions with assistive technology devices
Students from University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions and Engineering & Science joined forces with the College for Creative Studies (CCS) Product Design …
Professor of Mechanical Engineering Nihad Dukhan’s most recent research dives into the application of metal foam into fuel cells. A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that …
Detroit Mercy realigns graduate tuition
Detroit Mercy announces an adjustment in graduate tuition for the institution’s MBA, Master of Community Development and graduate programs in Architecture, Nursing and Engineering. The …
Celebrating the women of Detroit Mercy, March 28
The 16th annual Phenomenal Women’s Reception returns to celebrate the lives of all women at Detroit Mercy on Thursday, March 28 from 5:30 to 7 …
iDRAW program will prepare young people for STEM careers
Convincing young people to consider a career in math and science can be challenging. Students in a classroom setting don’t necessarily get to experience how …
ASCE chapter dominates at Engineering Jeopardy three years in a row
A team of students in the University’s chapter of American Society of Civil Engineers won Engineering Jeopardy for the third year in a row at …