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Transgender Day of Remembrance and Resilience
There is a movement to add resilience to the Transgender Day of Remembrance. Union Institute & University Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies student, AC Panella, is one of them. “The Transgender…
Ph.D. candidate Kei Graves inspires us to value Transgender lives
As Transgender Day of Remembrance draws near, Ph.D. candidate Kei Graves reminds us to not only remember the lives lost in violence and hate but to value transgender lives. “We…
Authors of Union Podcast Debuts
The Authors of Union podcast series debuts today with a conversation with one of Union’s many published authors. The host for the interview-style podcast is Dr. Linwood Rumney, professor in…
Finding Success in More Than Just Law Enforcement with a Criminal Justice Management Degree
Many may think that earning a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Management means your career path or opportunities for advancement will be limited to the field of law enforcement. But…
Veteran’s Day 2021
“As every generation learns anew, freedom is not free.” – Barack Obama This Veteran’s Day offers the opportunity to thank those who have served in the military, including our students,…
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…