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 …
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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 …
Stereotype and Identity Threat: The Science of a Diverse Community
Join the College of Engineering & Science for a professional development session with Claude Steele, author of Whistling Vivaldi, on Tuesday, April 13 at 12:45 …
Workshop: Actions to combat implicit bias
College of Engineering & Science will host an interactive and virtual workshop on Tuesday, April 6 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss the impact of implicit …
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 …
Assistant Professor of Biology and National Geographic Explorer Nizar Ibrahim gives his thoughts on how to work in paleontology and what paleontologists do in the …
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 …
Assistant Professor of Biology and Paleontologist Nizar Ibrahim‘s Spinosaurus discovery was featured in The National Geographic article, “Case for ‘river monster’ Spinosaurus strengthened by new …
$1 million NSF grant supports underrepresented students
Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science recently received a five-year National Science Foundation (NSF) grant of $998,996 to provide a support program for students …
Assistant Professor of Biology and Paleontologist Nizar Ibrahim‘s Spinosaurus discovery was ranked in the Nature Index article, “The 5 most popular scientific papers of April …
Students see dividends in phage hunting
Alex Jackman and Andrea Sandoval say their undergraduate careers were completely reshaped by SEA-PHAGES. SEA-PHAGES sparked Laila Sareini’s passion for science and research, and showed …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Katherine Lanigan served as program chair for the Annual ANACHEM Symposium, Nov. 7, 2019. This regional conference highlights analytical …
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, …
Chemistry Club ranks in top 5% nationally, receives Green Chemistry Award
Detroit Mercy’s Chemistry Club recently achieved a rating of “Outstanding” for the 2018-2019 academic year by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Only the top 5% …
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 students and paleontology expert to shock world with new discovery
If you ever find yourself in the middle of the Sahara Desert hunting for fossils and can’t tell whether something is a rock or a …
NSF grant to support women in STEM
Detroit Mercy’s (Detroit Mercy) College of Engineering & Science recently received significant support in its efforts to support women in STEM through a five-year collaboration …
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 …
Celebrate Titan pride and fall colors at Homecoming 2019, Sept. 20-21
University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate Homecoming 2019 on Sept. 20-21. Join the Fall Festival-themed festivities as you reconnect with the University through two exciting …
Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry Mark Benvenuto gave the talk, “Green chemistry in a successful science of coaches program,” at the national American Chemical Society meeting …
College of Engineering & Science Dean Katherine Snyder was interviewed by 910 AM Superstation host Nolan Finley, Aug. 7. Snyder discussed Detroit Mercy and Wayne …
Detroit Mercy and Wayne State’s ReBUILDetroit receives renewal from NIH
University of Detroit Mercy and Wayne State University’s ReBUILDetroit program recently received a renewal grant of more than $19 million over five years from the …
Students to accompany professor on fossil-hunting expedition into the Sahara
The Sahara Desert is one of the most remote places on Earth for a reason: it’s unbearably hot, there’s virtually no rainfall and the high …
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 …
Student recognized for commitment to service
Rx for Reading Detroit Student Coordinator Chanel Smith received a State of Mind Award from the National Society for Leadership and Success (NSLS) in recognition …
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 …
Valedictorian dedicating her life to serving the poor
University of Detroit Mercy student Mary Margaret Payne was uncomfortable the first few times she worked with the poor and homeless. She knew she wanted …
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. …
College of Business Administration establishes the Charlton Center for Responsible Investing
University of Detroit Mercy announces the creation of a new center of excellence in the College of Business Administration (CBA): The Charlton Center for Responsible …
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 …
Alumni Achievement Spirit Awards 2019
On Friday, April 12, Detroit Mercy honored eight special alumni during the annual Alumni Achievement Spirit Awards. More than 280 people attended the awards gala …
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 …
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 …
Students earn national, international honors
Four Detroit Mercy students received well-earned attention for their recent work. Detroit Mercy student Cameron Johns recently received the American Chemical Society Leadership Institute Award …
Get your resumes ready: Engineering & Science Career & Co-op Fair, Feb. 14
The College of Engineering & Science will host its winter Engineering & Science Career & Co-op Fair on Thursday, Feb. 14 from 12:30 to 2:30 …
Assistant Professor of Biology Nizar Ibrahim was recently interviewed on MPRS news about the “tale of the Spinosaurus,” Jan. 17. Listen to the full interview here. Ibrahim …