Author Archives: Lalisha Griffin

Detroit Mercy Alum, Diana McMahon reflects on her time as an undergrad and pre-health journey as a Mercy Volunteer Corps participant

There should be no hierarchy in service…You’re along with that person and you have something to learn from that person that you’re helping, and they’re helping you just as much. So I think that was a really key takeaway for … Continue reading

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Mercy Volunteeer Corps Coordinator, Andrea Haller’s Meet & Greet for college graduates seeking a transformational enhancement / gap year

Our volunteers approach service from a place of compassion and walking with people in solidarity. We are so excited to host Andrea Haller today, November 3, 2021 here at the University of Detroit Mercy.  She will be both in person … Continue reading

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Dr. Rachelle Belanger Discusses Her Research and the Role of Undergraduate Students in Relation to Research

What an honor to hear from Professor and Researcher Dr. Rachelle Belanger! Dr. Belanger goes into great detail of her research and the significance of research for undergraduate students in this interview with Pre-Health Advisor Carmen Gamlin. Dr. Belanger conducts … Continue reading

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Professor & Chair Dr. Matthew Mio reflects on his love for science, learning and mentoring

By the time I finished elementary school, I’ll tell you right now, I knew I wanted to teach! Current Chemistry and Biochemistry Department Chair and Professor Dr. Matthew Mio shares memories of being a Chemistry Major at the University of Detroit Mercy as … Continue reading

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Dr. Gregory Grabowski discusses student-faculty relationships in advising, courses and research

In addition to academic advising and research, Dr. Grabowski currently teaches General Biology, Physiology and Pathophysiology for undergraduate and graduate students. He is often referenced by Titan alumni as a tough but favorite professor. Dr. Grabowski continues to build great … Continue reading

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Detroit Mercy Alum, Garret Weaver brief Interview just before starting medical school

“Just having an idea of what you want to do and having a plan, I would say is probably the biggest thing about being a pre-med student…” Recent Detroit Mercy Graduate and now Alum Garret Weaver joined Pre-Health Advisor Carmen … Continue reading

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Ken Dada 4 Question Interview for MSU Early Assurance Program

I think that my connections with the professors and the faculty and the mentors that I’ve worked with has certainly helped me out and I would say that rather it be office hours, emailing them just getting to know them … Continue reading

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St. George’s University gives an Invitation to apply to Medical School

That’s one thing that I love about SGU…I’ve always heard medical school described to me as very cutthroat and people climbing over each other to get to the top and that’s not how it is. It’s very collaborative environment. We’re … Continue reading

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Let’s talk Physics! Interview with Dr. Prasad Venugopal

We know the importance of Physics being a recommended pre-requisite course for most Pre-Health Professions but do we know the true importance of physics in relation to healthcare and society? Pre-Health Coordinator, Carmen Gamlin was able to receive some insight … Continue reading

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Dr. Adam Bedell, DPT 3-Question Alumni Interview

I would say the academic challenges I faced at UDM taught me how to think more critically which you can easily translate onto the field. You know you have to be a student of the game as much as you … Continue reading

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