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History Major Graduates at December Commencement

Dec 14, 2019 - History major Nathan Van Neste was among the 287 students who received diplomas in two commencement services at West Jackson Baptist Church on December 14, 2019. Van Neste received his Bachelor of Science degree at the morning service that focused on traditional undergraduate students.

Gary Carter, recently retired vice president for business and financial services at Union and currently a special assistant to Union’s president, served as the commencement speaker. His address was titled “Goad Forth.”

Graduating history major Nathan Van Neste stands with Dr. Terry Lindley (left) and Dr. Stephen Carls (right) prior to Union's undergraduate commencement service on December 14, 2019.Graduating history major Nathan Van Neste stands with Dr. Terry Lindley (left) and Dr. Stephen Carls (right) prior to Union's undergraduate commencement service on December 14, 2019.

Union University President Dr. Samuel W. Dub Oliver welcomes attendees to the morning commencement service at West Jackson Baptist Church on December 14, 2019. Photo by Kristi WoodyUnion University President Dr. Samuel W. "Dub" Oliver welcomes attendees to the morning commencement service at West Jackson Baptist Church on December 14, 2019. Photo by Kristi Woody

Gary Carter delivers the commencement address titled Goad Forth at Union's fall graduation on the morning of December 14, 2019. Photo by Kristi WoodyGary Carter delivers the commencement address titled "Goad Forth" at Union's fall graduation on the morning of December 14, 2019. Photo by Kristi Woody

Graduating history major Nathan Van Neste receives congratulations from Union University President Dr. Samuel W. Dub Oliver upon receiving his diploma on December 14, 2019. Photo by Kristi WoodyGraduating history major Nathan Van Neste receives congratulations from Union University President Dr. Samuel W. "Dub" Oliver upon receiving his diploma on December 14, 2019. Photo by Kristi Woody