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Just a few days after students returned to campus, we were all treated to a beautiful snow day. Students spent the day sledding, building snowmen, and catching up with friends. Photo by Karley Hathcock

Each spring the Department of Music hosts a "Night of Worship" for members of the Union and Jackson communities. This year's concert centered on celebrating Christ as the King of Kings. One audience member stands and lifts her hands in praise as the choir sings "Is He Worthy?" Photo by Karley Hathcock

It was a big year for women's basketball! This year the Lady Bulldogs won their seventh GSC Tournament Title and the NCAA DII Region Championship at home, which secured their spot in the Elite Eight. The Lady Bulldogs advanced all the way to the Final Four. In addition to the success on the court, Mark Campbell was honored as a member of the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025. In this frame, Jazalyn Anousinh shoots a free throw as the Bulldog Blitz student section cheers on the Lady Bulldogs in the NCAA DII Region Championship. Photo by Karley Hathcock

Union celebrated a major milestone this year with the dedication of The Ethos Forum. On March 22, 2025, faculty, students, donors and other friends of Union gathered on the Great Lawn to cut the ceremonial ribbon and officially open The Ethos Forum. The building houses the McAfee School of Business and the departments of engineering and computer science. Photo by Lauren Steed

One of our favorite traditions at Union is Accepted Student Day. Students and their families visit campus for the day and get a deeper understanding about what life at Union looks like. Here Dr. Dub snaps a selfie with accepted students. Photo by Karley Hathcock

Spring graduation on the Great Lawn was a day full of celebration. It is a tradition at Union that friends and family stand as their graduate's name is called to receive their diploma. Senior Class President, Mary Scott Tritt, stands to congratulate one of her fellow classmates as they walk across the stage. Photo by Jeremy Rasnic

Union's commitment to being Christ-centered can be seen in more than just our chapel services. This summer eight of our pharmacy students and Dr. Blake Watkins, chair and professor of pharmaceutical sciences, conducted research for the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative. This organization partners with universities to address urgent and unmet medical needs to underserved regions of the world. This opportunity provides our students with vital hands-on experiences that could have real-world, life-saving applications. Photo by Karley Hathcock

The Welcome Fest is a crowd favorite every year during Welcome Week. Incoming freshman and transfer students have the opportunity to hang out, play games, and even ride a mechanical bull at the event that is sponsored by Student Activities Council. Photo by Karley Hathcock

This year at the 27th annual Scholarship Banquet we were treated to an acoustic set from Christian recording artist Steven Curtis Chapman. The night also included a celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Union's EDGE Program. Photo by Karley Hathcock

Union's 202nd year has been full of celebration and joy. We are so thankful for the work that God is doing at our university and cannot wait to see what lies ahead in the coming year. Photo by Karley Hathcock