List of University of Detroit Mercy people

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The following is a list of notable people associated with the University of Detroit Mercy , located in Detroit, Michigan.

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Notable alumni

Academics

Acting, theater, film and television

Business

Engineering

Journalism and writing

Government and politics

Military and space

Religion

Sports

Notable faculty

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