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Academic & Social Organizations

• Alliance Francophone
  • The Alliance Francophone seeks to encourage understanding and enjoyment of the French language and to foster a deeper appreciation for French-speaking cultures.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Jean Marie Walls
  
  
• American Advertising Federation - Union University
  • The American Advertising Federation-Union University is open to all students interested in advertising and is associated with the national AAF organization. Members have an opportunity to network with professionals, to participate in the National Student Advertising Competition and to compete for paid, national-level internships. Alpha Delta Sigma is the national honor society that recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement in advertising studies.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Ashley Blair
  
  
• American Institute of Graphic Arts
  • The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) local chapter at Union desires to get Union students involved in a dialogue of a great design community. The national organization is the oldest design organization and provides resources to students in five functions: information, communication, inspiration, validation, and representation. AIGA will also give our students an insight into the function of design in the professional world and provide them with contacts to fellow students and professional mentors beyond Union.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Melinda Posey
  • Student President: Ben Hamilton
  
  
• American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists
  • The organization seeks to encourage all pharmacy students to become more knowledgeable about APhA and the profession of pharmacy.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Bethany Murphy & Dr. Kim Jones
  
  
• Association for Computing Machinery
  • The world is in the midst of a technology revolution with a rapid spread of computers and computer-based technologies creating a global society with immediate worldwide access. Computers are used in all areas of life including academics, industry, and healthcare. Therefore, it has become increasingly important to be aware of new computer developments. The Student Chapter of ACM seeks to present current topics in Computer Science as well as educational and job opportunities in this growing field. Club activities include guest speakers, field trips to computing industries, and social activities. Membership is open to students interested in computer-related topics.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Haifei Li
  • Student President: Grant Godel
  
  
• Athletic Training Students' Association
  • Athletic Training Students' Association challenges its students to become highly effective athletic training professionals and leaders in the Christian community, incorporating both professional and spiritual growth in their life plans. It also provides an environment that fuses the medical sciences with Christian faith, ethics, and accountability in a variety of clinical settings of collegiate and high school athletics and the allied health care community. In addition, it supplies the needs of the athletic training students for a family setting while away from their traditional home.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Cliff Pawley
  • Student President: Becca Menhart
  
  
• Baptist Student Nursing Fellowship
  • The Baptist Student Nursing Fellowship is a spiritual emphasis organization devoted to the development of the professional nurse based on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It is open to all BSN students. It provides Christian fellowship, professional educational programs, community service activities, and academic encouragement for members. It promotes a holistic approach of professional nursing practice based on biblical principles.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Sheilla Foster
  • Student President: Megan Moore
  
  
• BIOME
  • The four main purposes of BIOME are (1) to provide a group for students with similar interests and struggles to network, develop friendships, receive accountability, and fun, (2) to provide an atmosphere in which students and faculty can relate outside of the classroom, (3) to create a professional organization through which students can develop better leadership skills and become better prepared for professional schools and the future, and (4) to attain a greater appreciation of our Creator, Jesus Christ. Each of these purposes is attained through our monthly meetings and events.

    BIOME events are aimed at strengthening student fellowship, scholarship, and teacher-student relations. These events range from shaving cream softball and pizza parties to seminars from university professors to community service opportunities.

  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Mrs. Tamara Popplewell
  • Student President: Juliana Cobb
  
  
• Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International
  • Our mission is to encourage spiritual growth among fellow pharmacy students, faculty, and staff through Bible study, prayer, and fellowship to in turn be as a city on a hill that cannot be hidden and the light to a darkened world (Matthew 5:4).
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Ashok Philip & Dr. Joy Greene
  
  
• College Democrats
  • The College Democrats exist to inform students of general democratic principles and values through service to the party, the community, the state and to the country so that students may make informed voting decisions.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Gavin Richardson
  
  
• College Republicans
  • College Republicans seek to develop political skills, knowledge, and leadership ability among Republican students and faculty in preparation for the service of the Republican Party. College Republicans also seek to aid actively in the election of Republican candidates in all levels of government and to encourage political interest and political participation among the general student body.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Ericka King
  • Student President: Trevor Sewell
  
  
• Debate Team
  • The Debate Team competes in the International Public Debate Association against schools across the nation. The team seeks to promote excellence in public speaking, critical thinking, and argumentation. Membership is open to any full-time student.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Web Drake
  
  
• Digital Media Studies Society
  • The Digital Media Studies Society strives to raise awareness of Digital Media Studies by fostering creativity in an interdisciplinary environment. Membership is open to any DMS major.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Cam Tracy
  • Student President: Ben Wright
  
  
• enactus
  • enactus (formerly SIFE) serves to educate the community about how market economics and businesses operate through our various projects throughout the year. Not only does this organization function to educate the community, but it also provides Union students with the opportunity to grow professionally and develop valuable leadership skills. With each project, students learn about what it takes to execute a project and the experiences the students gain are indispensable. Each project is geared toward the achievement of not only our goals within the Union University community, but also the national enactus criteria.

    enactus' portal site

  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Brooke Emery
  • Student President: Sarah Hill
  
  
• Engineering Student Advisory Committee
  • The purpose of the Engineering Advisory Committee is to suggest academic improvements for the engineering program to the engineering faculty on behalf of the students.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Don Van
  • Student President: Rachel Carbonell
  
  
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes
  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes exists to bring glory to God by making disciples on the campus of Union University, especially among athletes; to encourage, exhort, and equip Christian athletes to follow Christ in faith--knowing Him more--and in obedience--proclaiming the Gospel through life and speech.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Heather Hall
  • Student President: Sam Giesler
  
  
• ink.
  • The purpose of ink. is to create a community and a forum of like-minded writers who will practice the skills needed to become better writers, improve their craft, share ideas, critique new work, lead in their discipline, and learn further how the Christian faith may be practiced through writing.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. David Malone
  
  
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • The Union University Student Branch of the IEEE desires to aid the dissemination of knowledge of the theory and practice of all aspects of engineering or of the related arts and sciences, as well as the furtherance of the professional development of its members.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Jeanette Russ
  
  
• International Justice Mission
  • The International Justice Mission (IJM) is a Christian ministry led by human rights professionals that helps people suffering injustice and oppression who cannot rely on local authorities for relief. The IJM campus chapter is a student-led organization that exists to promote awareness of injustice around the world, to encourage and organize prayerful support for the victims of oppression and those seeking to bring relief, and to provide people with practical methods of actively pursuing justice.

    An arm of Union's IJM chapter is the ONE campaign. For more information about the ONE campaign, please visit www.uuonecampuschallenge.tumblr.com

  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Justin Barnard
  • Student President: Blair Baugher
  
  
• International Students Union
  • International Students Union desires to cater to the needs of the individual members and to bring them together by providing an on-going network of encouragement, fellowship and understanding among members; provide a friendly, welcoming and tolerant home away from home where students from different countries can express their difficulties or concerns and find support while here in the United States; raise awareness of the importance of the presence of international diversity on campus and integrate the international community with the American society; and promote awareness and appreciation of international issues, cultures and the needs in different countries around the world.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Emily Harper
  • Student President: Jessica Lee
  
  
• Justice & Mercy
  • The purpose of Justice & Mercy is to educate students on human trafficking in Tennessee and beyond and engage them in fostering human trafficking-free communities through prevention, education and community engagement.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Elizabeth Wilson
  • Student President: Kayla Oxford
  
  
• Life139
  • Life 139 desires to promote the awareness of the injustices of abortion and inspire positive action and to equip students to defend the value of human life. We also seek to provide support for women facing unplanned pregnancies through partnerships with pregnancy resource centers.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Paul Mayer
  • Student President: Melody Kramer
  
  
• Ministerial Association
  • A Ministerial Association is available for students entering the preaching/pastoral ministry. This association meets monthly for the purpose of strengthening the ties of fellowship among those on campus who are committed to the gospel ministry.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Kelvin Moore
  
  
• MOSAIC
  • MOSAIC seeks to provide a welcoming community for all students, especially ethnic minority students, which equips each member with resources, support, and meaningful opportunities to strengthen leadership and intercultural competency (Rev 7:9) through Great Commandment (Matthew 22:37-40) thinking and action. A shared governance model of roundtable representatives will govern MOSAIC.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Jacqueline S. Taylor
  • Student President: Melanie Taylor
  
  
• National Community Pharmacists Association
  • National Community Pharmacists Association offers pharmacy students a wide array of opportunities to broaden and enrich their educational experience, gain valuable real world skills, earn scholarships, and have fun in the process. Our mission is to encourage, foster, and recognize an interest in community pharmacy ownership and entrepreneurship among the future leaders of their profession.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Kent Stone King & Laura Ladymon
  
  
• Phi Lambda Sigma
  • The primary goal of this organization is to promote the development of leadership qualities, especially among pharmacy students. Through peer recognition, the Society encourages participation in all pharmacy activities. Since membership crosses fraternal and organizational lines, the Society does not compete with other pharmacy organizations.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones & Dr. Andrew Martin
  
  
• Psychology Club
  • The Psychology Club, open to all students, provides information regarding graduate programs and job opportunities for PSY majors and minors, provides information about and encourages the reading of current writings in the field, encourages association among Psychology students, promotes scholastic achievement, and provides information to students who want to learn more about the major.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. David Vickery
  
  
• Public Relations Student Society of America
  • Union University’s PRSSA chapter provides public relations/advertising majors and minors practical experience in the field. In keeping with the chapter’s motto “make connections. gain experience. see the future.,” PRSSA members work with local clients, take professional development trips, participate in professional networking opportunities and are eligible for $20,000 in annual competitive scholarship awards.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Ashley Fitch Blair
  • Student President: Kathryn Flippin
  
  
• ROTC
  • The Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) is a leadership training course offered at Union University through the UT Martin agreement. This is an opportunity for freshman through junior students, although it is encouraged that students begin the program as incoming freshman or after finishing their freshman year. ROTC is open to all students regardless of major/minor.

    Students will learn the history of the Military - Basic to Advanced - and will be prepared for either military or civilian life. Along with the leadership benefits and being guaranteed a job upon graduation, there are also financial benefits to be found through scholarships and tuition assistance.

    Each student who participates in this program will attend a course lecture given each Wednesday on the Jackson State Community College campus. Students will attend a lab each Thursday and attend physical training every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6:30 a.m. Upon graduation, those on ROTC scholarship are on active duty for 4 years and in the reserves for 8 years. No student will be deployed until they have completed their degree.

    These courses may or may not count towards your major/minor. This decision is left to the chair of an academic department. These courses can be located on the University Course Schedule under the UT Martin Agreement, listed at 100-level through 400-level.

    If you are interested in learning more about the ROTC program, please contact:

    Major Christopher McDaniel

    Office: 731-881-7682

    cmcdan13@utm.edu

  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Major Christopher McDaniel
  
  
• Rutledge Honorary History Club
  • This club is composed of students interested in history. It was founded in 1929 to stimulate the study of history. Membership by invitation is offered to History majors and minors and to a select number of students who have completed three semester hours of history with a grade point average of 2.5. This club aims at encouraging higher standards of scholarship among its members.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Terry Lindley
  • Student President: Charles Snow
  
  
• Sigma Delta
  • Sigma Delta evolved from Union’s Physical Education Club and was officially chartered in the Fall of 1987. Founded at Morehead State University, Sigma Delta seeks to recognize and provide valuable learning experiences for deserving students who are majoring or minoring in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. This co-educational fraternity accomplishes this goal through sponsorship of several health-related service projects. Membership is based upon the completion of at least fifteen hours of course work with an overall GPA of 2.75 or above and the completion of at least seven hours in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation with a minimal 3.25 GPA. Four of these hours must be in non-activity courses.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Matt Brunet and Jonathan Allen
  • Student President: Mallory Yancey
  
  
• Social Work Reaches Out
  • Social Work Reaches Out is for students majoring in social work and for those interested in social work.The organization assists in developing professional social work identity and provides an opportunity to be involved in volunteer community social service. Social service opportunities include child mentoring and advocacy,nursing home activities,community organizing,and resource development. The organization gives students regular opportunity to interact with others having similar interests.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Rhonda Hudson
  • Student President: Jamie Blurton
  
  
• Society of Physics Students
  • The purpose of the Union University chapter of the Society of Physics Students is the advancement and discussion of physics, the encouragement of interest in the field throughout the academic and local community and the introduction of students to the professional community.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Fonsie Guilaran & Dr. David Ward
  • Student President: Betsy Olson
  
  
• Sociological Inquiry Society
  • The purpose of this club is to provide Sociology majors and minors an avenue for fellowship, sociological networking, and guidance in the field of Sociology. Sociologists in Motion open up the field of Sociology to perspective students and undecided majors of the University and demonstrate Christian love through ministry opportunities.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Nina Heckler
  • Student President: Shelby Henson
  
  
• Student Activities Council
  • The Union University Student Activities Council is committed to providing an exciting program of activities which seeks to promote fellowship, community and fun among the student body. This student-led organization seeks to serve Christ first by serving others.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Jared Dauenhauer
  • Student President: Amiee Brassart
  
  
• Student Athlete Advisory Committee
  • The Student Athlete Advisory Committee was formed to generate a student athlete voice by communicating with the athletic administration; provide equal input of student athletes; solicit student athlete responses to proposed conference and NCAA legislation; build a sense of athletic community among teams; organize community service events; and promote a positive student athlete image.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Katie Woodruff
  • Student President: Jared Davis
  
  
• Student Chapter of the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists
  • Union University School of Pharmacy provides a professional and exciting learning environment in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Our mission is to advance our knowledge and assume significant leadership positions within the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Our primary goal is to work closely with the department's faculty in an effort to advance our knowledge and learn about opportunities in the field. We spread the word about our chapter's existence and enlighten our peers of the opportunities that exist within this organization. We strive to be active in our community and encourage participation in the American Association of Pharmaceutical Sciences activities at the local, regional, and national level.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Joel Owen & Dr. Richard Addo
  
  
• Student Members of the American Chemical Society
  • This chapter offers opportunities for students of chemical science to become better acquainted, to secure the stimulation that arises from professional association, to obtain experience in preparing and presenting technical material, to foster a professional spirit among the members, to instill a professional pride in the chemical sciences, and to foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the modern chemist.

    Membership is open to any student pursuing an undergraduate degree in the chemical sciences.

  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Randy Johnston
  • Student President: Kathy Shelnutt
  
  
• Student Nurses' Association
  • SNA is the largest health professional student organization in the United States. Union University’s chapter started in February, 1986. It is open to all Pre-Nursing and BSN students. Purposes of the organization are to assume responsibility for contributing to nursing education in order to provide for the highest quality health care; to provide programs of professional interest and to aid in the development of the whole person. Community involvement and scholarship opportunities are available. The chapter meets monthly with additional opportunities for state and national meetings.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Renee Anderson
  • Student President: Lisa Neumann
  
  
• Student Tennessee Education Association
  • The Frank L. Wells Chapter of the Student Tennessee Education Association is composed of education majors and minors who are preparing to teach. Its purpose is to offer its members all the opportunities, responsibilities, and privileges of the National Education Association and the Tennessee Education Association. Membership in this pre-professional organization is strongly urged by the faculty of the Education Department. Through STEA students are acquainted with the history, ethics and program of the organized teaching profession, as well as special projects benefiting students, faculty, administration, area schools, and other members of the community.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Melessia Mathis
  • Student President: Emily Grove
  
  
• Students for Sustainability
  • Students for Sustainability seek to devise and implement ways to care for and sustain our community and its environment. The organization also seeks to raise awareness in the Union community and beyond concerning sustainability issues.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Brittany Winfree
  • Student President: Beth Byrd
  
  
• Tennessee Society of Student Pharmacists
  • The Society seeks to serve as the collective and representative voice of student pharmacists; to advocate for and improve the health and welfare of Tennesseans; to provide opportunities for personal and professional development; to advocate for the provision of quality of pharmacy education; to facilitate continued involvement and leadership upon graduation; and to envision and shape the future of pharmacy.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones
  
  
• Union Broadcasting Society
  • The Union Broadcasting Society exists for students interested in the broadcasting field. The Society plans to become affiliated with the student chapter of Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) and Alpha Epsilon Rho, a professional broadcasting fraternity. UBS produces Jackson 24/7, a half-hour live news program aired on our local cable system as well as producing Union’s basketball games. The Society seeks to strengthen students’ contacts with professionals in the broadcasting industry.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Steve Beverly
  • Student President: Jacob Melder
  
  
• Union Club Ultimate
  • Union Club Ultimate exists to provide an opportunity for students to glorify God through the venue of the sport of Ultimate. This organization will bring together male students across campus to practice Ultimate and travel to tournaments and compete for championships. This fellowship will bring people together and increase the overall fitness of those involved. Finally, this organization will open up a ministry opportunity to other Ultimate players across the country that need the Gospel and to glorify God through excellence in sportsmanship, work ethic, and Christian living.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Toby Brown
  • Student President: Jesse Dahms
  
  
• Union Film Society
  • The Union Film Society seeks to foster interest and innovation in the art of filmmaking through a variety of experiences; bring together members from all areas of filmmaking including, but not limited to, writers, directors, crewmembers, producers, and public relations; foster a creative environment for film projects; and provide resources necessary for the filmmaking process.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Chris Blair
  • Student President: Daniel Poore
  
  
• Union Nation
  • Union Nation seeks to offer support to Union’s athletic teams by promoting, participating, and facilitating school spirit activities before, during, and after games. Union Nation also seeks to provide a support system for Union athletics, encourage student athletes, and create excitement amongst the student body regarding athletic events.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Toby Brown
  
  
• Union Pre-Law Society
  • The Union Pre-Law Society provides information regarding law school and job opportunities in the legal field and encourages the study of all facets of the law.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Sean Evans
  • Student President: David Speer
  
  
• Union University Judo Club
  • This organization shall promote the study and practice of Classical Judo for the benefit of students, staff, and faculty at Union University. The Union University Judo Club shall promote professionalism among practicing Judokas at Union University with the organization’s primary goal to develop nationally competitive Judokas.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Toby Brown
  • Student President: Zachary Foropoulos
  
  
• Union University School of Pharmacy Student Society of Health-System Pharmacy
  • The purpose of the society is to make students aware of pharmacy practice in health systems, provide information to students about career directions in and credentials needed for pharmacy practice in health systems, and encourage membership and participation in the state society and national society as a student upon graduation.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones & Dr. Jodi Taylor
  
  
• Untitled
  • The purpose of Untitled is to develop mentoring relationships among the art students of Union University. This organization also is designed to promote community service through the arts, accomplish inter-department outreach with local universities and foster an increased presence with general student population interested in the visual arts.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Melinda Posey
  • Student President: Caitlyn Miller
  
  
• UU Cycling
  • UU Cycling is a cycling club open to all Union students, faculty, and staff who are interested in road cycling and/or mountain biking. The club seeks to introduce interested members of the Union community to the sport of cycling through recreational group rides and participation in cycling events. UU Cycling is open to cyclists of all skill levels.
  • Faculty/Staff Advisor: Toby Brown
  • Student President: Lyndi Strange