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A leader in higher education
Josefina Castillo Baltodano J.D. is an internationally recognized leader in higher education. Most recently the book she has co-authored with Nancy Archer-Martin, Opening Doors: The Higher Education Leadership Playbook, is…
Authors of Union – September ‘21
Welcome to Authors of Union, highlighting our many published authors who are transforming lives and communities. Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to…
National Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight – Walk a mile in my shoes
Shirley Murillo knows what it is like to walk in the migrant worker’s shoes. “I came to this country 31 years ago to join my father. I spoke no English.…
Union Institute & University Makes it Easier for First Responders to Earn Their Degree in Criminal Justice or Emergency Services Management
First responders put their lives on the line every day and do so much for others. Union Institute & University recognizes your contributions and wants to make it easier for…
National Hispanic Heritage Month Podcast “Words of Wisdom”
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–October 15), Union Institute & University presents “Words of Wisdom” by Dr. Ciriaco “Cid” Pinedo. His uplifting message encourages us to pursue…
“ESPERANZA: A CELEBRATION OF HISPANIC HERITAGE AND HOPE”
Celebrate the rich heritage and contributions of Hispanics and Latinx communities to the United States during National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October 15, 2021. This year’s theme is…
Innovative Applied Nutrition and Dietetics meets high demand
The new Master of Arts with a major in Applied Nutrition and Dietetics is meeting the need that no other program in the country does. “The innovative M.A. with a…
Institute for Social Justice at Union Institute & University to honor legacy of Bob Moses
The Institute for Social Justice (TISJ), founded to provide innovative and practical solutions for the challenges to social justice around the world, honors and remembers Bob Moses with a new…
Authors of Union – August ’21
Welcome to Authors of Union, highlighting our many published authors who are transforming lives and communities. Mother Tongue By alumnus David B. Axelrod (Ph.D. ’77) Dr. Axelrod is a professor,…
Loss of sight does not equal loss of creativity
Alumna Glenda R. Taylor, (Ph.D. ’17 and M.A. ’10) lost her sight at the age of 45. However, that impairment has never dimmed her creative output. She turned to African…
It’s World Breastfeeding Week!
Union Institute & University is proud to join with the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action in the celebration of World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), August 1-7, and the United States Breastfeeding…
AUTHORS OF UNION – July ’21
Welcome to Authors of Union, highlighting our many published authors who are transforming lives and communities. A Leaf in the Wind By Jaro Majer, Artwork by alumna Rose Marie…
Union Institute & University National Commencement Announced
Union Institute & University’s in-person national commencement is Sunday, July 25, 2021, beginning at 2 p.m. Pacific time at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, Redondo Beach, California. More than…
Alumna receives Utah Valley University Presidential Faculty Award
Recent Union doctoral graduate Liz DeBetta, Ph.D. (2020) has earned the Presidential Faculty Award at Utah Valley University, where she is a professor in the Department of English and Literature.…
NEW! Free Mental Health Counseling Services Available to Students
Union Institute & University students now have free, unlimited access to therapists and on-demand crisis counseling anytime, anywhere, from any device. “Through a partnership with the Virtual Care Group, our…