College of Liberal Arts & Education
91福利社’s College of Liberal Arts & Education remains steadfast in its mission since 1877 to inspire and prepare students for many possible careers, lives rich in meaning with an understanding and appreciation of diversity of thought and culture and hearts touched and impassioned by social justice.
At the graduate level, the College offers a variety of programs and post-degree certificates to deepen knowledge and expertise, generate new knowledge, cultivate personal enrichment and contribute through leadership in their fields of study.
As part of a Catholic university, grounded in the Jesuit and Mercy traditions, our programs extend beyond academics. They encourage and incorporate applied learning experiences to serve those in need, develop lifelong friendships and strengthen our community. Small class sizes, student-faculty relationships and the academic rigor of faculty, create a unique and effective learning environment.
Mission Statement
The College of Liberal Arts & Education prepares students to participate in a diverse and changing world in the Jesuit and Mercy traditions as "men and women for others." The College provides a student-centered education in an urban context which stimulates a desire for the life-long exploration of the intellectual, spiritual and ethical dimensions of what it means to be human.
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College Contact Information
Jocelyn M. Boryczka, Ph.D., Dean
Briggs Building, Room 120
McNichols Campus
Phone: 313-993-3250
FAX: 313-993-1266
Email: boryczjm@udmercy.edu
Victoria Mantzopoulos, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Briggs Building, Room 120
McNichols Campus
Phone: 313-993-3254
FAX: 313-993-1266
Email: armstrov@udmercy.edu
College Office
College of Liberal Arts & Education
Briggs Building, Room 108
91福利社
4001 W. McNichols Road
Detroit, MI 48221-3038
Phone: 313-993-1287
FAX: 313-993-1166
Email: clae@udmercy.edu
Academic and College Policies
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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
As members of an academic community engaged in the pursuit of truth and with a special concern for values, students must conform to a high standard of honesty and integrity in their academic work. Instances where academic misconduct occur include, but are not limited to, falsification or misrepresentation of material used in the admission process, presenting the work of others as one's own, theft, plagiarism and cheating. These actions pose a threat to the academic integrity of the University and its mission and will be treated accordingly. Academic misconduct is subject to disciplinary sanctions. These sanctions include, but are not limited to, reprimand, probation, suspension and dismissal. Students are required to familiarize themselves with the specific protocols of this College. Click here for the CLAE Plagiarism and Academic Integrity policy.
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Academic Standards
Students should regularly monitor their student records in the Self-Service portion in My Portal. The academic deans monitor the records of students enrolled to assure that reasonable progress is being made toward students’ educational objectives. Student records are reviewed at the end of each semester. Based upon this review and regardless of formal notice, the dean may note that the student is in good standing, place the student on academic probation, give the student an academic warning or dismiss the student from the College for poor scholarship. Academic standings are noted on the students’ official academic records and in the Self-Service portion in My Portal.
Academic Warning
Graduate students will be warned whenever the semester GPA falls below 3.00. Such warning enables students to take early corrective action concerning their academic performance.
Academic Probation
Students are placed on academic probation when it appears that their performance places their academic objectives in jeopardy. Graduate students will be automatically placed on academic probation when the cumulative GPA falls below 3.00. Individual programs may establish additional criteria for placing a student on probation.When a student has been placed on academic probation, the dean may, at his/her discretion, establish specific requirements or conditions that the student must meet. The dean may require the student to enroll in particular courses, repeat courses, establish minimum or maximum number of credit hours to be attempted or earned, require a specific minimum GPA for the next term, require the student to consult a counselor or tutor, or engage in supervised study, etc. Failure to meet such conditions, when established, may lead to academic dismissal.
Academic Dismissal
Students may be dismissed from the College and University as a result of poor academic performance. Students are automatically subject to dismissal the second consecutive term the cumulative average falls below 3.00 for graduate students. Dismissal may occur when a graduate student has not achieved a 3.00 cumulative quality point average in the term following one in which the student was placed on probation, when terms or conditions established for probation have not been met, or when the academic record reflects poor performance. Dismissal of a student may also occur from a recommendation of the program director based on additional performance concerns and/or progress in the program.
Students who wish to appeal an academic dismissal should contact the Dean’s Office immediately upon their receipt of notice that they have been dismissed. If first contact is made by telephone or in person, it should be immediately followed by a written statement of their intent to appeal the dismissal. -
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Directed Studies
A directed study is intended to provide a student the opportunity to conduct an in-depth examination of a topic that is not typically offered in a traditional course. A directed study is not intended to duplicate or act as a substitute for a required course. A directed study course should demand a substantial project which is equivalent to an upper division course in the department. The details of the work must be specified in a directed studies contract. There are several limitations and requirements for directed studies courses. Graduate students please contact your advisor or the Dean’s Office.