The Office of Academic Affairs
Welcome
I am pleased to welcome you to the website of the Office of Academic Affairs at the 蘑菇视频. The site contains important information for faculty members and administrators as well as external stakeholders interested in learning more about academic affairs at 蘑菇视频.
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 蘑菇视频 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
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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.eduEricka Jones
Executive Assistant to the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Location: Student Union 149
Phone: 313-993-1585 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: joneser6@udmercy.eduKaren M. Lee, PhD
Associate Vice President for Academic Administration
Location: Student Union 289
Phone: 313-993-1544 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: leekm@udmercy.eduAmy Wisniewski
Associate Vice President and University Registrar
Location: Student Union 115
Phone: 313-993-3313 Fax: 313-993-3317
Email: wisnieaj1@udmercy.eduMegan Novell
Executive Director of Equal Opportunity
Location: Student Union 285
Phone: 313-993-1802 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: novellme@udmercy.eduShelley Wagnon
Executive Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
Location: Student Union 286
Phone: 313-993-1588 Fax: 313-993-1534
Email: wagnonsm@udmercy.edAnn Serra
Director for the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Activities
Location: Student Union 287
Phone: 313-993-1469 Fax: 313-993-1534
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Office of Academic Affairs Organizational Chart
Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Pamela Zarkowski
Academic Affairs Leadership
- Associate VP for Academic Administration Karen Lee
- Executive Assistant Ericka Jones
- Associate VP & Registrar Amy Wisniewski
Deans
- School of Architecture & Community Development Dan Pitera
- College of Business Administration Joseph G. Eisenhauer
- School of Dentistry Mert N. Aksu
- College of Engineering & Science Katherine Snyder
- College of Health Professions & McAuley School of Nursing Ahmed Radwan
- College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences Jocelyn Boryczka
- School of Law Nicholas Schroeck
- University Libraries Kate Harger
- School of Optometry Sulman Hans
Assistant to the Provost
- Special Projects for Academic Affairs Diane Praet, Sr. Director
Interdisciplinary Programs
- Catholic Studies Simon Hendry, S.J.
- Honors Program Stephen Pasqualina
- Women's and Gender Studies Amanda Hiber & Rosemary Weatherston
- Leadership Minor Donald DiPaolo
Directors and Offices
- Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning L. Michael Verdusco
- Institute for Leadership & Service Tim Hipskind, S.J. and Kathleen Zimmerman-Oster
- Sponsored Programs & Research Activities Ann Serra
- Institutional Review Board Linda Slowik
- Institutional Research & Effectiveness Shelley Wagnon
- Student Success Center Felicia Hartinger
- Equal Opportunity Megan Novell
- TRIO Student Support Services Amber Johnson
Organizational chart as of January 5, 2026.
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Academic Freedom
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Academic Support Services
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Accreditations & Memberships
Vital to the University's public accountability are its accreditations. The 蘑菇视频 is fully accredited by听听Higher Learning Commission, 听(312) 263-0456
The University is listed by the听Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York听and by the听Department of Public Instruction of the State of Pennsylvania听among their registered institutions.听
Along with the various听听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.
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Deans Resources
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Faculty Handbook
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Faculty Promotions, Tenure, & Annual Reviews
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Hiring Faculty and Administrators
Guidelines for Faculty and Administrator Searches
Internal Promotion and Appointment Policy
Accessing Search Committee Trainings
Template for On-Campus Visit Schedule: Faculty
Template for On-Campus Visit Schedule: Administrator
Template for Applicant Material Review by Search Committee
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Interdisciplinary Programs
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Office of Equal Opportunity
The Office of Equal Opportunity is responsible for the implementation of 蘑菇视频鈥檚听Nondiscrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct Policy听as well as compliance with federal nondiscrimination regulations.听Please visit their website at:听Office of Equal Opportunity | 蘑菇视频 -
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Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
The Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness (IR&E) is the official source of all institutional reporting. Please visit their website at:听听Institutional Research & Effectiveness | 蘑菇视频 -
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Office of the Registrar
The Office of the Registrar is responsible for classroom scheduling, publishing the schedule of classes, registration, maintaining听academic transcripts and records, processing transfer credits, maintaining the degree evaluation system, enrollment and degree verifications, releasing听transcripts, producing diplomas and offering specific assistance to transfer students and veterans. Please visit their website at: Registrar | 蘑菇视频听 -
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Office of Sponsored Programs & Research Activities
The Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Activities (OSPRA) is committed to supporting the research and funding activities of the university. Please visit their website at:听 -
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Policies
- Academic Freedom Policy
- Course Level Policy
- Course Substitution Policy
- Cross-Listing Policy
- Dean Emeritus Policy
- Distance Education & RSI Policy and Procedures
- Instructional Continuity and Class Cancellation Protocol
- Nondiscrimination Policy
- Policy on Determining Qualified Faculty
- Preferred First Name Policy
- Professor Emeritus Policy
- Scheduling Policy
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Program/Course Related
Academic Policies
Academic Program Review
Revised July 31, 2025
Revised February 2026
Accelerated Program Proposals
Articulation Agreements
Articulation Agreement Checklist
Articulation Agreement Template
Changes to Existing Programs
Core Curriculum
Distance Education
Minor and Certificate Program Proposals
New Program Proposals
Transitioning Program to Fully Online
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Research Leave Information
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Resources
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Schools and Colleges
蘑菇视频'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