College of Engineering & Science News 2025

Oriekaose Agholor leans against a blue Rivian electric vehicle outdoors.

When Oriekaose Agholor ’25 was searching for his college destination in the United States, he wanted an Engineering education that encompassed everything. Mechatronics was at the top of his list. He also wanted an Engineering program that valued co-op internships. University of Detroit Mercy had it all.

A photo of a tree during spring on Detroit Mercy's McNichols Campus.

The 'Opportunity College and University' designation highlights UDM as a model institution for fostering student success and advancing research on effective campus practices.

A student presents to clients, their families and people in attendance during UDM's Faces on Design presentation event..

Detroit Mercy’s patient-centered student program Faces on Design pairs senior Engineering students and higher-level Nursing students to enhance the lives of people by creating a unique assistive device to address their particular needs.

The Jesus statue with students, cars, lamp posts and colorful trees on the McNichols Campus.

Graduate programs in Business, Engineering, Law, health professions and Nursing once again ranked among the top in the United States in the 2025-26 'U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges' edition. 

A student presents his research to someone at the Celebration of Scholarly Achievement event.

This designation puts UDM among just 216 other institutions nationwide to receive this distinction. It identifies research happening at colleges and universities that historically have not been recognized for their research activity, including institutions that do not offer many or any doctoral degrees.

An aerial shot of the Engineering Building during the winter.

The collaboration is designed to enhance systems engineering education through active and continuous engagement with curriculum, industry use cases and collaborative learning opportunities.

Ulah Fargo stands inside of Mark Benvenuto's lab inside of the Chemistry Building.

Ulah Fargo showcased her science and artistic abilities to place third in the New Approach International Medallic Art Competition for Emerging Artists, which receives works from young artists all over the world.

a graphic promoting black history month

February is Black History Month, and University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate with a series of enlightening events across all campuses.

A hydroponics system inside the College of Health Professions.

The Titan Innovation Fund was introduced to spark innovation at UDM. It is designed to support new, creative ideas that improve the University and student experiences by ensuring that they receive the resources and support needed to survive.