The Office of Academic Affairs
Welcome
I am pleased to welcome you to the website of the Office of Academic Affairs at the University of Detroit Mercy. 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 University of Detroit Mercy 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
AAUP 1940 Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom and Tenure
Academic Support Services
Accreditations & Memberships
Vital to the University's public accountability are its accreditations. The University of Detroit Mercy is fully accredited by Higher Learning Commission, (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 University Memberships 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 Handbook
Faculty Handbook
Hiring Faculty and Administrators
Detroit Mercy Policies and Procedures Handbook for Faculty and Administrator Position Searches
Sample Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Interview Questions
Template for On-Campus Visit Schedule: Faculty
Template for On-Campus Visit Schedule: Administrator
Template for Applicant Material Review by Search Committee
Interdisciplinary Programs
Policies
- Academic Freedom Policy
- Dean Emeritus Policy (PDF)
- Distinguished Professor (PDF)
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Information Technology Services Policies
- Instructional Continuity and Class Cancellation Protocol
- Interim Sex and Gender Based Harassment Policy and Resolution Process
- Minor(s)
- Policy on Determining Qualified Faculty
- Preferred First Name Policy
- Professor Emeritus Policy (PDF)
- Social Media Policy
- Student Complaint Policy and Resolution Center
- Syllabus Guidelines
- Whistle Blower Policy
Program/Course Related
Academic Policies
Shared Governance at Detroit Mercy: Proposals and Approved Policies
Academic Program Review
Detroit Mercy McNichols Campus Academic Program Review Guidelines - Revised September 26, 2022
Academic Program Review Self-Study Template (Word version) - Revised April 2021
Detroit Mercy McNichols Campus Academic Program Review Schedule and History - Updated October, 13, 2022
Abbreviated Program Review Template for Accredited Programs (4-8-2021)
Accelerated Program Proposals
Accelerated Dual Degree Policy (Rev. 11-17-2022)
Accelerated Dual Degree Bachelor's and Graduate Certificate Programs (Rev. 11-17-2022)
Articulation Agreements
Articulation Agreement Checklist (PDF)
Articulation Agreement Template (.docx)
Core Curriculum
Detroit Mercy Core Curriculum Structure and Learning Outcomes
Distance Education
Distance Education Information
Minor and Certificate Program Proposals
Guidelines for Proposing New Minors (Rev. 10-24-2014)
Academic Standards for Minors (3-21-2013)
Guidelines for New Certificate Proposals (Rev. 5-5-2022)
New Program Proposals
New Degree Program Proposal Process (9-15-2011)
New Doctoral Program Process (April 2020)
Transitioning Program to Fully Online
Probationary Review, Tenure, and Promotion Documents
- Detroit Mercy Promotion and Tenure Handbook
- Dossier Content and Check List
- Confidentiality Agreement for Dossier Review
- Instructions for Online Dossier Submission and Guidelines for Online Dossier Submission
- Important Dates - Annual Report, Probationary Review, and Promotion & Tenure/Continuous Employment/Contract Renewal
- Dossier Transmittal Form for Promotion and Tenure
- Dossier Transmittal Form for Faculty Mid-Tenure Review
- Dossier Transmittal Form for Librarian Mid-Tenure Review
- Probationary Review Form for Faculty
- Probationary Review Form for Librarians
- Probationary Review Form for Lecturers
- Probationary Review Form for Clinical Instructors
Promotion and Tenure Guidelines
- College of Business Administration
- CBA PT Guidelines
- CBA Guidelines for Lecturers
- College of Engineering & Science
- CES Tenure & Promotion Guidelines
- Civil Engineering PT
- Electrical & Computer Engineering PT
- Mechanical Engineering PT
- Biology PT Guidelines
- Chem and Bio Chem PT Guidelines
- Math and Computer Science PT Guideline
- College of Health Professions & MSON
- CHP PT Guidelines
- College of Liberal Arts & Education
- CLAE Tenure and Promotion Guidelines
- Libraries
- Library Guidelines for PT
- School of Architecture & Community Development
- SACD Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2022
School of Dentistry
School of Law
Research Leave Information
Resources
Schools and Colleges
University of Detroit Mercy'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.
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 Title IX page for more information and other policies/procedures.