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Alumna discovers unmarked graves
Union alum, Mj Pettengill (‘05), discovered the anonymous graves of 298 lost souls, and honoring them had a profound impact on her life and career. “I came upon an unnamed…
Congratulations 2023 graduates!
Over 250 adult learners earned their diplomas at the 2023 National Commencement on July 9 at the Hilton Netherland Plaza in Cincinnati, Ohio. The graduates hailed from seven countries, 30…
Union Institute & University announces 2023 Commencement keynote speaker and honorary degree recipient
Julie Spencer Washington, senior vice president, and chief marketing, communications & customer experience officer of Trinity Health, will be the keynote speaker at Union Institute & University’s National Commencement Ceremony…
Congratulations on your retirement, Dr. Beryl Watnick!
Today, we honor and celebrate the extraordinary career of Dr. Beryl Watnick as she embarks on a new journey in her life – retirement. After dedicating 21 years to Union…
Congratulations on your retirement Dr. Anu Mitra!
Today, we bid a heartfelt and appreciative farewell to Dr. Anu Mitra, who is retiring after an incredible 35 years of dedicated service with Union Institute & University. It is…
Alumnus joins the ranks of world’s most distinguished radiologists
Dr. David Antonio Hernandez has received one of the highest honors the American College of Radiology (ACR) can bestow. He has been awarded a Fellow of the American College of…
Union Institute & University recognized for exemplary support to community college transfer students
Union Institute & University recognized for exemplary support to community college transfer students Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) has named Union Institute & University one of 208 colleges and…
Juneteenth 2023
It seems ironic that Supreme Court decisions are handed down in June, a month when we celebrate liberation in many ways: throughout the month…
AUTHORS OF UNION – June ’23
Welcome to Authors of Union, highlighting our many published authors who are transforming lives and communities. Political Reflections: A Compilation of Articles on a World in Crisis By alumnus Leroy Binns…
Memorial Day 2023
Please join me in remembering the true meaning of Memorial Day – honoring and commemorating the men and women who have given their lives through selfless military service to our…
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Employee Spotlight
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Employee Spotlight May is designated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, celebrating the significant contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander…
Alumna fulfills dream of advancing education
Alumna and former Union employee Martha Victoria Vega is a passionate advocate of education. She is an experienced bilingual professional with a demonstrated history working in education and the government…
What can an MBA from Union Institute & University do for you?
What can an MBA from Union Institute & University do for you? The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the most prestigious degrees in the business world, suggests…
Union Institute & University Celebrates Founders Day April 7, 2023
Founders Day commemorates the unique legacy created by the visionary collaboration of ten institutions 59 years ago that changed the face of higher education. Union has never faltered in its…
Alumnus reflects on the transformative power of education and Union Institute & University
By Syrulwa Somah, Ph.D. ‘94 President & Professor Harbel College, Lower Marigibi County, Liberia I was born in Liberia in Kokoyah, Upper Bong County on January 1, 1959. My parents…