Unionite

The Union University Magazine
Summer 2014

Summer 2014 Features

  • Trustees Elect Samuel W. "Dub" OliverThe former president of East Texas Baptist University becomes Union's 16th president following a unanimous vote.
  • The Light on the HillDub Oliver draws much praise for his leadership of ETBU.
  • What People Are SayingFrom those with longstanding relationships to his newest friends, find out what people are saying about Dr. Dub Oliver
  • A Transition TimelineThe transfer of leadership between former President David S. Dockery and President Dub Oliver was the result of much labor and much prayer.
  • A Half-Century of ExcellenceUniversity-based nursing education was rare 50 years ago, but Union's pioneering efforts blossomed into something no one could have imagined in 1964.
  • Theological Education for the DeafUnion will partner with the International Mission Board and Brentwood Baptist Church to enable a new approach to theological education for the deaf.
  • Remembering Lost StudentsIn a period of just five months, the Union community has mourned three tragic deaths.
  • Called to ServeLeaders with strong Union connections are being called on to serve throughout Christian higher education.
  • Homecoming 2014From class honors to a unique flag-raising, Homecoming 2014 proved memorable.

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