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The Office of Academic Affairs

Welcome

I am pleased to welcome you to the website of the Office of Academic Affairs at the Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ. The site contains important information for faculty members and administrators as well as external stakeholders interested in learning more about academic affairs at Detroit Mercy.

The Office of Academic Affairs provides academic and administrative leadership for all matters concerning academic programs, faculty, student success, sponsored research programs and research.

We work together with all members of the University community to support the mission of the University

Please take a moment to review the information and resources provided on the website including, but not limited to academic policies and procedures, accreditation status for university programs, links to key university academic support offices and services, and information about shared governance and the Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà Professor’s Union Agreement.

If you have any questions or we can offer any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the Office.

Pamela Zarkowski, JD, MPH
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Academic Affairs Contact Information

Pamela Zarkowski
Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Location: Student Union 291
Phone: 313-993-1585 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: zarkowp1@udmercy.edu

Executive Assistant to the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Location: Student Union 149
Phone: 313-993-1585 Fax: 313-993-1534

Diane M. Praet
Associate Vice President and University Registrar
Location: Student Union 115
Phone: 313-993-3313 Fax: 313-993-3317
Email: praetdm@udmercy.edu

Karen M. Lee, PhD
Associate Vice President for Academic Administration
Location: Student Union 289
Phone: 313-993-1544 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: leekm@udmercy.edu

Shelley Wagnon
Executive Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
Location: Student Union 286
Phone: 313-993-1588 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: wagnonsm@udmercy.ed

Ann Serra
Director for the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Activities
Location: Student Union 287
Phone: 313-993-1469 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: serraam@udmercy.edu

Megan Novell
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Specialist
Location: Student Union 285
Phone: 313-993-1802 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: novellme@udmercy.edu

Academic Affairs Organizational Chart

Academic Freedom

Academic Support Services

Accreditations & Memberships

Vital to the University's public accountability are its accreditations. The Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà is fully accredited by  Higher Learning Commission, 230 S La Salle St Ste 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604.  (312) 263-0456

The University is listed by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York and by the Department of Public Instruction of the State of Pennsylvania among their registered institutions. 

Along with the various  are the professional organizations and accrediting bodies that recognize our quality programs. A full list of academic programs accredited or recognized by a professional organization can be found on the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness Accreditation and Compliance page.

Annual Report Forms for Faculty and Librarians

Deans Resources

Faculty Handbook

Hiring Faculty and Administrators

Interdisciplinary Programs

Policies

Program/Course Related

Academic Policies

Academic Program Review

- Revised September 26, 2022

- Revised April 2021

- Updated October, 13, 2022

Accelerated Program Proposals

Articulation Agreements

Articulation Agreement Checklist (PDF)

Articulation Agreement Template (.docx)

Core Curriculum

Distance Education

Minor and Certificate Program Proposals

New Program Proposals

New Doctoral Program Process (April 2020)

Transitioning Program to Fully Online

Application for Transitioning a Program to Fully Online

Probationary Review, Tenure, and Promotion Documents

Promotion and Tenure Guidelines

Research Leave Information

Resources

Schools and Colleges

Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ's seven colleges and schools offer more than 100 respected undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. Each provides a wealth of resources for advising, academic research and professional development. Visit their websites for more information about programs and faculty.

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Additional program opportunities

Title IX

Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments (Title IX) is a federal law that states:

"No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance."

See the Office of Equal Opportunity for Title IX information and other policies/procedures.