University of Detroit Mercy - Detroit, MI - Universities and Colleges on Waymarking.com

University of Detroit Mercy's origin dates back to 1877 with the founding of "Detroit College," near Detroit's downtown, by the Society of Jesus, under the leadership of John Baptist Miège, S.J. The college became the University of Detroit in 1911, and in 1927 John P. McNichols, the then-president of the University of Detroit, established a second campus that ended up being known by its Spanish architecture and large elm trees. In 1941, the Sisters of Mercy opened Mercy College of Detroit. Both schools saw a great deal of success and developed many distinguished alumni.

Notable alumni include political and business leaders such as U.S. senator Gary Peters and former Ford CEO Jim Padilla, both from the University of Detroit. In 1990, despite some opposition, these two institutions consolidated to become "University of Detroit Mercy." Since the merger, the university has produced the likes of actor Keegan-Michael Key and news anchor Allison Payne.

The school appointed Donald Taylor as its 26th president in July 2022.-University of Detroit Mercy

Name: Univeristy of Detroit Mercy Location/Address: 4001 W McNichols Rd Detroit, MI USA 48221 Phone Number: (313) 993-1245 Web Site: [Web Link] Type of School: Undergraduate School with Graduate Programs School Affiliation: Private -- Christian Catholic Date Founded: 1877 Enrollment: 5080 Nicknames/Mascots: Titans School Colors: Blue, red, white School Motto: Ad maiorem Dei gloriam (For the greater glory of God) Location of GPS Coordinates: North entrance off McNichols

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