Union’s Keystone Program
The purpose of Keystone is to support and facilitate a successful transition of selected students who may fall short of meeting regular admission requirements.
Our mission is to encompass and connect the academic achievement, personal strengths, values, goals, and faith for each student.
What parents are saying:
“The Keystone program was truly a gift from God for our son, who needed extra help
and support in order to accomplish his dream of coming to Union.
The Keystone staff beautifully convey the heart of Union to make a college education
possible for those who struggle, yet are willing to work.
We will always be grateful for the difference the Keystone Program has made in
our son’s life!”
–Parent ‘06
“After much research for a school which provided academic support for students with learning differences, we chose Union because of the outstanding, comprehensive Keystone Program.
The assistance this program has given our daughter has exceeded our expectations.
It has provided the safety net she needed while getting acclimated to college.
Encouragement and direction are given to each student on a very personal, individual
basis. With this program, success is not only possible, it is probable!”
–Parent ‘07
"Thank you for loving and caring for my daughter like she was your own."
–Parent ‘08
"This program was more than I expected. I felt fully informed from our first
meeting and confident my son would have the support he needed during his first year.
The monthly website for parents was so helpful in keeping me in the Union Loop and I
appreciate the immediate response to all my emails and phone calls when I had any questions."
–Parent ‘08
Fall to Fall Keystone Retention Patterns
| 2006-2007 | 82% |
| 2007-2008 | 78% |
| 2008-2009 | 82% |
Upcoming Events
- Watch for upcoming events soon.
Past Events
- November 16, 2009 - Major and Minor Workshop
- November 6, 2009 - Dr. Barnard's Gateway Reflection Assignment
Make sure you have emailed your assignment in an attachment or handed in a hard copy by Friday, Nov. 6, in Mrs. Tignor's Office. - November 4, 2009 - Day of Remembrance
Day of Remembrance, Wednesday, Nov. 4. 8:30 am: Chapel Service for all students 9:00 am: Leave from Career Services to go to Cypress Grove Dress warmly and for outside work. Noon: We will return for Pizza Lunch in Room C-6.
What students are saying:
“I owe my academic success at
Union to the weekly accountability
and relationships made through the
Keystone Program.”
–Fall ‘06 Student
“I have really enjoyed the support
I have received from the Keystone
Program. The weekly meetings really
kept me focused and accountable.”
–Fall ‘07 student
“Keystone was awesome and
I would love to continue it next
semester.“
–Fall ‘07 Student
"I loved the weekly meetings. Academic accountability is something everyone needs."
–Fall ‘08 Student
"I am grateful for what Keystone has done for me."
–Fall ‘08 Student
"I think just being able to talk to and be motivated was the best thing about the Keystone program."
–Fall ‘08 Student
For more information on Keystone
Contact the Office of Academic Support
1050 Union University Drive
Jackson, Tennessee 38305
731-661-6568
stignor@uu.edu