2025 Bulldog Guide
Brief, helpful and essential information for new students entering Union University.
Academic Success
Advising for Undecided Majors Keystone Program Center for Academic Success
Advanced Placement (AP) and Transfer Credits
Official test reports and transcripts documenting prior credit should be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. As they are received, official documents for students with an active application are forwarded to the Registrar on a weekly basis for evaluation. The evaluation report is emailed to the student in two to three weeks, dependent upon volume; therefore, it is important for the student to request transcripts and reports with the potential of awarding credit by testing be sent to Union as soon as possible.
AP reports are sent directly to the Registrar in mid-July if requested with the test registration. Other reports of AP and those of IB should be directed to the Registrar and will be integrated into the transcripts received for evaluation.
Airport and Transportation Information
- McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport (airport code MKL) McKellar-Sipes Regional airport here in Jackson is an easy 10-minute drive from the UU campus. For more information, visit flyjacksontn.com. Currently, the University does not provide transportation to the McKellar-Sipes airport.
- Memphis International Airport (airport code MEM) The Memphis International Airport is 86 miles from campus and usually about a 90-minute drive. Students are encouraged to utilize the "Union Ride Board" group on Facebook to see who else might be traveling on the same day. The Office of Residence Life here at Union can arrange transportation to the Memphis airport for a cost of $75.00 per ride. (If more than one person needs a ride, they can split that cost.) Reservations are required one week in advance. Contact reslife@uu.edu or (731) 661-5432. Airlines currently serving MEM are Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Southern Airways Express, Southwest, Spirit, United, and Vacation Express.
- Nashville International Airport (airport code BNA) The Nashville Airport is 138 miles from campus. The University does not arrange transportation to the Nashville airport, however, offering gas money to someone already headed to Nashville works wonders! Students are encouraged to utilize the "Union Ride Board" group on Facebook to see who else might be headed to Nashville on the same day. Airlines serving BNA include Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit, and United. View a Complete List
Special Note: Students may contact the Office of Residence Life reslife@uu.edu or (731) 661-5432 and request a list of other current students who are from their state. The list can prove helpful in connecting students with transportation home!
The City of Jackson does not provide taxi or shuttle service to the airports.
Banking in Jackson
While this list of local banks is by no means a comprehensive list, it does represent banks in close proximity to our Jackson campus. First Bank (**noted below) has an ATM machine on campus in the Barefoot Student Union Building (SUB).
- Bank of Jackson (Oil Well Rd.)
- Cadence Bank (Union Univ. Dr.)
- Commercial Bank & Trust (Stonebridge )
- Community Bank (North Highland)
- First Bank (Channing Way) (**ATM on UU campus)
- First Horizon Bank (Oil Well Rd.)
- Foundation Bank (Pleasant Plains Extended)
- Leaders Credit Union (Oil Well Rd)
- Patriot Equity Credit Union (Union University Drive)
- Regions Bank (Channing Way and Oil Well Rd)
- Simmons Bank (Oil Well Rd)
- West Tennessee Bank (Exeter Rd)
Calendars
Academic Calendars Calendar of Events
Campus Recreation
Office of Campus Recreation, Student Life
The Office of Campus Recreation's Mission is to promote, encourage, and facilitate Christ-centered recreation, health, and wellness in the Union University Community through formal and informal programming. In addition, we want to create a welcoming atmosphere that fosters positive social interaction, encourages friendly competition, enhances the overall educational experience, and provides an opportunity to develop a healthy lifestyle. Campus Recreation houses the Wellness Center, Club Sports, Outdoor Recreation, and Intramural Programming.
Career Services
Vocatio Center for Life Calling and Career, Student Life
Our mission is to help students discover, respond to, and live out their calling in service to God and to others. The Vocatio Center offers career coaching, personality and career assessments, job search assistance, resume and cover letter review, interview preparation, mock interviews, networking and recruiting events, and more. Don't wait to start this journey — visit us today! We want to walk with you from your freshman year all the way to graduation and beyond.
Chapel
Office of University Ministries
Each week the Union Community comes together to worship and glorify God, to build community among the entire university, and to inform and teach concerning areas of faith and learning. Chapel worship is an integral part of community life at Union and is a time when we give public expression to who we are as a Christ-centered community. The Office of University Ministries offers more than twenty chapels each semester on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am and undergraduate students are required to attend fourteen chapels each semester.
Churches in the Jackson Area
Office of University Ministries
The Office of University Ministries encourages investment in a local church, has great relationships with area churches, and can help you get plugged in to a local church in the Jackson community. Some churches offer weekly transportation to their church. Also, other students are often more than willing to let you ride with them to church. During the first Sunday of Welcome Week, the new students will worship on campus together under the leadership of The Office of University Ministries. After that first Sunday, The Office of University Ministries works with students to help them connect with a local church.
CLEP and DANTES Testing
Office of Testing Services
Counseling
Office of Counseling Services, Student Life
Counseling services are available for any student needing assistance with personal, emotional, relational, or psychological concerns. These services are provided at no charge to students. Union has master's level social workers and counselors on the counseling staff. All counseling situations are confidential unless a student is in danger to self or others, or a child is in danger. If a student is in danger to self or others or a child is in danger, crisis protocols are followed to seek support and help. A crisis situation can involve sharing information with those who can offer crisis care. Union Counseling Services provides brief, solution-focused counseling, and is not designed to provide long-term care for significant mental illness. Referrals can be provided to local Christian counselors for long-term care. Please consult the Counseling Services website for more information and screening surveys for anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or eating disorders. Appointments may be requested online or by contacting Jennifer Chicantek in the Health and Counseling Clinic by stopping by the waiting rooms on the F hallway of the Penick Academic Complex, e-mailing her at counseling@uu.edu, or phoning her at 731.661.5284.
Disability Services
Office of Disability Services, Student Life
If you are a student with a disability (e.g., Learning Disability, ADHD, Physical Disability, Anxiety/Depression, etc.) or dietary restriction based on documented health conditions, our Office of Disability Services stands ready to assist you. In order to make your transition to Union as smooth as possible, please contact the Director for Disability Services at least one month before Welcome Week to discuss the process for receiving accommodations. The director can be reached at (731) 661-6520 or by email at ods@uu.edu. Contacting us before classes begin will help ensure your application for services is complete and your needs can be met from your first day of orientation until graduation day. You may also visit the Disability Services website to complete an application for services, schedule an appointment with the director, and find more information about Union University's Office of Disability Services policies and procedures.
Emergency Text Message System
Office of Safety and Security, Student Life
Union University offers an emergency notification system through text message and email that is available to all students, faculty, staff, spouses and parents on our Jackson, Germantown, Memphis, and Hendersonville campuses.
FERPA Form
Office of the Registrar, Academic Center
FERPA
Congress approved and the President signed into law the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. The objective of the Act is to provide students and parents greater access to and control over information contained in educational records. The law stipulates the institution is responsible for making its students aware of the law and its ramifications.
No staff or faculty member can discuss with a parent or anyone else a student's grades, regardless of the age of the student, without the student's signed release. The only exception is a conference with parents or other interested parties that is attended by the student and in which the student agrees to the discussion.
Greek Life
Office of Student Discipleship & Engagement, Student Life
Currently, Union University hosts six national fraternities and sororities on our campus and all six are consistently honored with local and national awards and recognitions. Three groups have male members, and three have female members.
Union's goal is to produce Christian men and women who view life through the lens of Scripture and act accordingly to God-given wisdom and integrity. Greek life at Union seeks to support the university in reaching this goal by developing men and women of integrity.
A number of colleges and universities maintain a passionate dedication to Christian education. Many more feature active Greek organizations that are important to campus life and culture. Union University is a member of the smallest group of schools that has found a way to maintain a Greek system within an educational context that is unashamedly Christ-centered.
If you would like to know more about joining one of these groups or see how they work together to govern themselves and serve the campus and community, read more about the Interfraternity Council, which oversees men's groups, or the Panhellenic Council, which oversees women's groups.
Health Services
Office of Health Services, Student Life
The University Health Clinic is staffed by a full time Family Nurse Practitioner and a Clinic Assistant/Health Records Coordinator. Patients are assessed and treated for acute and chronic illnesses and injuries or referred by the Family Nurse Practitioner for more specialized care when necessary. Our Clinic Assistant and Health Records Coordinator can answer your immunization and healthcare related questions.
The University Health Clinic is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm when classes are in session. The clinic lunch hour is noon to 1 pm daily. Most of our care is provided by appointment. Appointments may be made by email clinic@uu.edu, phone (731) 661-5284, or in person. Additional information is available on our web page. There is no charge for an office visit at the University Health Clinic. Over-the-counter medications that are dispensed by the clinic are also free. There is a nominal fee for lab tests and prescription medications dispensed from the Clinic. Fees for any services received at off-campus medical facilities are the responsibility of the student.
If you have a medical emergency during the night or on the weekend, you should notify the Residence Director. The RD can help you decide where to seek medical attention. Before you come to Union, please make sure you have discussed your health insurance benefits with your parents or are familiar with your own insurance, if you are insured. This is essential in case of referrals to outside agencies for health care.
Visit the Vaccinations section on our Health Services webpage for any vaccine related question. Tennessee-mandated immunizations may be delivered to Health Services via email clinic@uu.edu fax (731-661-5499) or hand delivered in person to our office (or at our booth at New Student Orientation).
For questions related to COVID-19, please see our COVID-19 webpage.
If you have questions or need to contact Health Services, please call (731) 661-5284 or e-mail Jennifer Chicantek at jchicantek@uu.edu. Appointments may be made by emailing clinic@uu.edu.
Hotel Accommodations
Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Services
Intramurals
Office of Campus Recreation, Student Life
Union students enjoy a vibrant intramural program that is open for anyone to participate. Some of the more popular activities attract several hundred students. They enjoy the fellowship and fun that come from friendly team competition. Union offers intramural sports such as Flag Football, Sand Volleyball, Spikeball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, and more. Sign up for Intramural Sports using the link in @uucampusrec Instagram or sign up inside the Wellness Center!
For more information, contact Ivy-Marie Adkisson, Director of Campus Recreation, at campusrec@uu.edu.
Maps, Jackson Campus
Meal Plans
Office of Residence Life
On-Campus Employment: Servant Leadership Program (SLP)
Vocatio Center for Life Calling and Career, Student Life
Organizations (Student)
Office of Student Discipleship & Engagement, Student Life
Union University hosts over 90 active student organizations for students who are interested in almost any field of study or activity. From biologists to artists to those who want to work with elementary school students in Jackson, there is a place for every student who wants to be involved outside of the classroom. In fact, the typical undergrad chooses to be involved in several of these groups during his or her time at Union.
View a list of the active campus organizations below. Here you can find brief descriptions of the on-campus groups and a way to contact those who are involved if you would like more information. Some groups also have specific membership requirements, so be sure to read the group descriptions or contact the president or sponsor for more information about those special situations.
Orientation (and New Student Registration for Classes)
Office of Student Discipleship & Engagement, Student Life
Parents' Place
Office of Student Life
Parents play a vital role in their son's or daughter's education at Union. We've designed Parents' Place to give answers to Frequently Asked Questions and links to other vital resources.
We want parents to have a wonderful Union experience. Let us know how we can help. If you have additional questions or suggestions, please contact Bryan Carrier, Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students at bcarrier@uu.edu or 731.661.5090
Printing and Mailing Services
Office of University and Mailing Services, Student Life
University Printing and Mailing Services supports the mission of the University and the work of faculty, staff and students by providing high quality print production and mailing solutions. We strive to provide an excellent customer experience through knowledgeable staff, competitive pricing and timely service. We foster a genuine community committed to serving Christ and integrating his love in all that we do.
Printing Services
Printing Services is available from Monday to Friday, between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm. We offer print and reproduction services to faculty, staff, students, and the community. You can place your print requests by sending an email to printing@uu.edu. We have a wide variety of paper, finishings, envelopes, office supplies, and even blue books for students to purchase. Please feel free to contact us at 731-661-5116.
Mailing Services
Union Mailing Services hours are as follows: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 am to 4 pm, and Monday and Thursday from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm during fall and spring semesters. For winter and summer hours, visit uu.edu/mail.
Every student is entitled to receive a campus mailbox without any charge. Most mailboxes are assigned during orientation or can be obtained by visiting the Mailing Services office or emailing postoffice@uu.edu. If students do not drop out for a semester, they will keep the same mailbox number throughout their university career. Residential students must have a Union mailbox. Campus Mail Services can be found in the Student Union Building. Your user profile in University Self-Service will show your student mailbox number, combination, and official university mailing address.
Mail sent to a Union student should use the following template:
| Name: | ___________ |
|---|---|
| Address 1: | UU ________ (Insert Student's Box Number) |
| Address 2: | 1050 Union University Drive |
| City, State, Zip | Jackson TN 38305 |
Please do not use the words or lettering "Post Office Box" or "P.O. Box." Doing so may cause a delay in mail delivery and may even result in the mail being returned to the sender by the US Postal Service.
Mail is delivered to campus mailboxes every weekday as soon as it is received from the United States Postal Service. If you receive a package, we will send you an email notification to your UU account. To collect the package, simply present your ID card to the post office personnel. If you cannot retrieve your package, you can forward your package notification to a trusted friend, who can pick up your package on your behalf by showing proof of your email at the service window.
Please note that Campus Mail Services has the right to withhold magazines, periodicals, or any other presorted mailings that go against the values of the University. Please refer to the Community Value Statements I.E. in the Campus Life Handbook for more information.
The combination information slip should be kept in a safe place for reference when needed. Students can also find their mailbox combination under their profile in UU Self-Service. Campus mailboxes should be kept locked at all times.
After hours outgoing mail should be placed in the blue postal drop box located on the dock behind Campus Mail Services. Jackson post office personnel pick up the mail at 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Stamps are available for purchase at Mail Services and at Union Station. Campus mail should be placed in the special drop box located on the main corridor wall of the post office. When dropping more than 10 pieces of campus mail, (Christmas cards, Valentines, etc.) arrange them in numerical order by box number and secure them with a rubber band.
Campus organizations, fraternities, and sororities should make special arrangements to post notices to their membership. The postal clerk may require a sample of material being posted.
When a student leaves for the summer or winter term, it is the student's responsibility to give correspondents a temporary forwarding address. Campus Mail Services does not handle temporary forwarding of mail. A permanent forwarding address should be left when the student graduates or withdraws.
Registration for Classes (and New Student Orientation)
Office of Student Discipleship & Engagement, Student Life
Residence Life
Office of Residence Life, Student Life
Safety and Security
Office of Safety and Security, Student Life
Safety and Security works 24/7/365 to serve and protect our Union students, faculty, and staff. The office is located at Union Station in Hammons Hall. They can be reached during the day at (731)661-5018 (office) and by cell phone 24/7 at (731)394-2922. You are encouraged to put the Safety and Security 24/7 cell number directly into your cell phone.
Special Needs and Accommodations
Office for Disability Services, Student Life
Student ID
Office of Safety and Security, Student Life
You are required to have a photo taken for your official Union University Student ID. The student ID is accessible at my.uu.edu. ID photos will be taken during New Student Orientation (NSO). Those attending a virtual NSO session can have their ID photo taken on Move-in day in August. You may also sign into your Union account and submit a photo on-line at the link below:
Students still in need of an ID photo made on Move-in day should go to Safety and Security located on the first floor of Hammons Hall.
Technology
Office of Information Technology
Tuition Payment Plan
Office of Business and Financial Services
To help meet your education expenses, Union University offers Nelnet Business Solutions/FACTS as a convenient budget plan. This is not a loan program, but rather a way to spread out payments of the balance of your tuition and other fees over the course of the semester. There are no interest or finance charges assessed, and there is no credit check. The cost to budget your interest-free monthly payment plan is $30 per semester. You may budget your tuition and fees in the following ways: a) Automatic bank payment from your checking or savings account or b) a credit card option. If you choose to pay your student account by debit or credit card, there is a 2.5% processing fee, charged to the cardholder account by the credit card processor. You may register for the NBS agreement online at the link below or you may call Union Station at (731)661-5000 or 5026.
You may make payments on your student account online through SelfService. Just click on the Make a Payment link under the Students Menu. We will accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover credit cards and bank debit cards. If you choose to pay your student account by debit or credit card, there is a 2.5% processing fee, charged to the cardholder account by the credit card processor, whether the payment is made by telephone or in person.
Alternatively, you may have funds electronically withdrawn from your bank account by calling Union Station at (731) 661-5026 and giving them the appropriate information. There will be no additional charges for this service.
Tutoring (Peer)
Center for Academic Success, Student Life
Vehicle Registration
Office of Safety and Security, Student Life
You are welcome to bring your vehicle to campus if desired; however, you must register your vehicle with Safety and Security. You may fill out a vehicle registration form at the link below during New Student Orientation (NSO) and receive one free parking permit (per academic year).
Please note that you need proof of liability insurance and your license plate number to fill out this vehicle registration form. Any changes to vehicle information or insurance during the year must be reported to the Safety and Security Office. The parking permit is valid for the school year (expires 8/31.) You will complete the form at the link below to renew.
If you will not be on campus prior to the start of the semester, don't worry! You may log into your Union account and complete the parking registration form (see link below) before your arrival to campus or during move-in, and your free permit will be delivered to your campus mailbox for pick-up (see Mailing Services for mailbox information).
Welcome Week (for all new freshmen and transfer students)
Office of Student Discipleship & Engagement, Student Life
Welcome Week at Union University is an exciting time that marks the beginning of each fall semester, occurring just before classes begin. It is an excellent opportunity to connect with Union's Christ-centered community and the week is packed with programs tailored specifically for all new freshmen and transfer students, ensuring they feel welcomed and prepared for their academic journey at Union. Additionally, there are specially designed programs to support international and missionary dependent/third culture students, helping them acclimate to their new environment and build a sense of community.