Current Students
Welcome students to Detroit Mercy Optometry!
The Office of Student Affairs serves as a central resource for students, providing guidance, advocacy, programming and support while helping students navigate the opportunities and challenges of professional school.
Student Affairs oversees and coordinates services related to academic success and support, student engagement and belonging, health and wellness, financial aid, student organizations and government, leadership and professional development, mentoring, career preparation resources, and student events and activities. The office also connects students with University resources and provides guidance and support when students experience academic, personal or professional concerns.
Working collaboratively with faculty, staff and University partners, the Office of Student Affairs strives to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that promotes student well-being, builds community and prepares students for successful careers as compassionate and socially responsible optometric professionals
Important Student Resources
Student Services
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Optometry is dedicated to promoting the intellectual, spiritual, religious, personal and professional development of students. The Student Affairs team is here to ensure Optometry students receive guidance and assistance in the following areas:
Academic Success
- Academic Success Coaching
- Faculty-Student Mentoring Program
- Peer Mentoring Program
- Tutoring (Biomedical Sciences)
- Advocacy in the Disciplinary Process
Student Life & Engagement
- Alumni Networking & Career Counseling
- Leadership Skill Development
- Student Engagement & Belonging
- Financial Aid
- Health & Wellness
- Student Organizations & Student Government
- Professional Associations & Student Chapters
- Student Events & Activities
Office of Equal Opportunity
The Optometry Student Services & Enrollment Management Office is a liaison office for the following University student supports and resources.
Optometry students who would like to learn more about the University of Detroit Mercy’s commitment to equal access for all students in our educational programs and activities can visit the Office of Equal Opportunity which oversees the following areas:
Title IX
- Title IX: Reporting Sex-Based Harassment or Discrimination
- Report sex-based discrimination, misconduct, or assault
- Students can also access information on university support for counseling, crisis response, and inclusive spaces.
Disability Support Services
Optometry students who would like to learn more about the University of Detroit Mercy’s resources and available tools to support students with disabilities can visit Disability Support Services which provides students with guidance on seeking learning accommodations. Students can contact Disability Support Services to:
- Request Accommodations for the first-time
- Renew Accommodations for previously approved accommodations to carry forward into the new semester
- Report an issue with your accommodations or report discrimination
Health & Wellness Resources
All students enrolled at the School of Optometry must have active health insurance coverage for the duration of their enrollment. Students may utilize their own health insurance coverage or may opt to utilize the plan sponsored by the University.
Optometry students who need to enroll in the university-sponsored Student Health Insurance Plan can access enrollment information.
Students who need to visit the Wellness Center can access information, hours, and process for scheduling an appointment for the Health Clinic and Personal Counseling.
All Optometry students are also immediately enrolled in TimelyCare, which offers free virtual support for your medical and mental health, 24/7, 365 days a year. Access your TimelyCare subscription or download the TimelyCare app on your phone, and sign in using your school email address (@udmercy.edu). In addition to scheduling doctor appointments or speaking with a counselor, students can also access a 24-hour crisis line, self-care content including meditation and yoga, and even meet with a health coach to work on things like nutrition, building good sleep habits and time management.
Contact Us
Juliette
Daniels
Associate Dean of Student Affairs
313-494-6850
danieljc@udmercy.edu
Angela
Dessables
Director of Admissions & Recruitment
248-675-0833
dessabag@udmercy.edu
Angela
Orlando
Assistant Director, Financial Aid-Optometry & Dental
313-494-6617
orlandan@udmercy.edu