Union is the perfect blend of academic and social life. Each day you are challenged intellectually in class, and are able to express yourself through many clubs and activities throughout the day and night. The connection among students is powerful and the atmosphere on campus can't be beat.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Take advantage of the overnight program, where you can come stay with a Union student for a night. While you can learn a lot about the academic side at Union through tours and information sessions, spending a day and night with a current student will show you what it's like to actually be a student at Union on a day to day basis - in and out of class.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
While the classes are a little more fast-paced than a semester school since we're fitting 15 weeks of material into a 10 week term, we only take three classes per term so it's a little easier to budget your time. The classes are challenging but the professors really get to know their students on a personal level so it's extremely easy to get in touch with a professor for extra help in a class!
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Residence halls are pretty standard at every school, and Union is no exception. The dorms are well equipped, bathrooms on each floor, laundry facilities, common space to hang out, etc. The RA's on each floor do a lot of activities to get the floor to know each other and plan tons of stuff to do throughout the year! Most students become good friends with other students on their floor and it's a great atmosphere.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Of course the food in the dining halls can get a little repetitive, but there are many dining options at Union that make finding something you like really simple. Whether you get creative in the dining halls or use your declining balance (a part of the meal plan that functions almost like cash) at another vendor on campus, there's always something that will fit your interests and if you really can't find anything the Dining Services team will do what they can to accommodate your needs!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There's never a dull moment at Union. Each day there are multiple events taking place, including Minerva events, events organized by student activities, as well as activities organized by various clubs that are open to the entire campus. These events are well advertised through the campus email as well as posters around campus, so it's difficult to miss something fun!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
The experiences I've had at Union so far have already made it worth every penny. In terms of finding a good job after graduation, the Becker Career Center on campus has some awesome resources to help graduating seniors and other students find internships and jobs for during the year, during the breaks, and especially after graduation.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
One of my favorite Union traditions is painting the Idol. The Idol is an old statue located outside of the hockey rink that is covered with layers and layers of paint. So many students have painted it that you can't event tell what it is anymore! Almost every time I pass the Idol it is covered in a different color paint. Painting the Idol with a group of friends is a ton of fun and one of the 7 Union traditions that Union students challenge themselves with!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Any type of student can find their niche at Union considering there are so many options. For academics we have very strong programs in both liberal arts as well as the sciences, and socially we have everything greek life and intramural sports to acapella groups a humans vs. zombies competition.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are already so many existing clubs and activities here at Union (environmental clubs, club sports, school newspaper, student forumâ?¦etc.) that there is something for everyone. Even if there isn't an existing club that you're interested in, any student can start up a club if they have enough interest.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
The first fraternities in the country were founded on Union's campus, so Greek life is prevalent here at Union, but doesn't overpower the campus. Students cannot pledge a Greek house until their sophomore year so they can take their first year to get involved in other things and see what their interests are. The Greek houses also make an effort to work in collaboration with the college, other clubs and groups, and the independent student community, so there's a good mix between the Greek and non-Greek students on campus.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus safety is always around campus, whether in a car or golf cart, on foot, on a bike, or even a Segway. They also do nightly rounds in the residence halls to make sure everything is how it should be. Their number is printed on the back of our ID cards, and they are easily accessible by phone or by pushing one of the many Blue Light System stations scattered around campus. They also provide walking escorts for students if you don't feel comfortable walking back to your room in the middle of the night!
Union is the perfect blend of academic and social life. Each day you are challenged intellectually in class, and are able to express yourself through many clubs and activities throughout the day and night. The connection among students is powerful and the atmosphere on campus can't be beat.
Take advantage of the overnight program, where you can come stay with a Union student for a night. While you can learn a lot about the academic side at Union through tours and information sessions, spending a day and night with a current student will show you what it's like to actually be a student at Union on a day to day basis - in and out of class.
While the classes are a little more fast-paced than a semester school since we're fitting 15 weeks of material into a 10 week term, we only take three classes per term so it's a little easier to budget your time. The classes are challenging but the professors really get to know their students on a personal level so it's extremely easy to get in touch with a professor for extra help in a class!
Residence halls are pretty standard at every school, and Union is no exception. The dorms are well equipped, bathrooms on each floor, laundry facilities, common space to hang out, etc. The RA's on each floor do a lot of activities to get the floor to know each other and plan tons of stuff to do throughout the year! Most students become good friends with other students on their floor and it's a great atmosphere.
Of course the food in the dining halls can get a little repetitive, but there are many dining options at Union that make finding something you like really simple. Whether you get creative in the dining halls or use your declining balance (a part of the meal plan that functions almost like cash) at another vendor on campus, there's always something that will fit your interests and if you really can't find anything the Dining Services team will do what they can to accommodate your needs!
There's never a dull moment at Union. Each day there are multiple events taking place, including Minerva events, events organized by student activities, as well as activities organized by various clubs that are open to the entire campus. These events are well advertised through the campus email as well as posters around campus, so it's difficult to miss something fun!
The experiences I've had at Union so far have already made it worth every penny. In terms of finding a good job after graduation, the Becker Career Center on campus has some awesome resources to help graduating seniors and other students find internships and jobs for during the year, during the breaks, and especially after graduation.
One of my favorite Union traditions is painting the Idol. The Idol is an old statue located outside of the hockey rink that is covered with layers and layers of paint. So many students have painted it that you can't event tell what it is anymore! Almost every time I pass the Idol it is covered in a different color paint. Painting the Idol with a group of friends is a ton of fun and one of the 7 Union traditions that Union students challenge themselves with!
Any type of student can find their niche at Union considering there are so many options. For academics we have very strong programs in both liberal arts as well as the sciences, and socially we have everything greek life and intramural sports to acapella groups a humans vs. zombies competition.
There are already so many existing clubs and activities here at Union (environmental clubs, club sports, school newspaper, student forumâ?¦etc.) that there is something for everyone. Even if there isn't an existing club that you're interested in, any student can start up a club if they have enough interest.
The first fraternities in the country were founded on Union's campus, so Greek life is prevalent here at Union, but doesn't overpower the campus. Students cannot pledge a Greek house until their sophomore year so they can take their first year to get involved in other things and see what their interests are. The Greek houses also make an effort to work in collaboration with the college, other clubs and groups, and the independent student community, so there's a good mix between the Greek and non-Greek students on campus.
Campus safety is always around campus, whether in a car or golf cart, on foot, on a bike, or even a Segway. They also do nightly rounds in the residence halls to make sure everything is how it should be. Their number is printed on the back of our ID cards, and they are easily accessible by phone or by pushing one of the many Blue Light System stations scattered around campus. They also provide walking escorts for students if you don't feel comfortable walking back to your room in the middle of the night!