Union University - Lest We Forget Yearbook (Jackson, TN)

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Unpacking was the first step. Larry Chipwood carries a heavy load. New Friends; New Faces; New Classes In the heat of summer on July 22, 1980, another group of freshman began to register at Union. The halls of the college were filled with students looking for instructors, and lines outside the computer center were a familiar scene. Upperclassmen were not immune to the tedious process, but the strain was somewhat lessened by the sight of old friends and familiar faces. However there were many new faces to be seen, with enrollment being at an all-time high. The summer was soon over and in September stu- dents old and new moved into the Union dorms. For most this was a happy yet laborious occasion. No doubt many freshmen forgot to bring some things, and many upperclassmen discovered they had brought too much. However, each item was in its place and each student had established his home away from home. Students wait their turn at the business office. TTJRI Dr. Ernie and Dr. Pat Pinson advise a student.

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Graduation: An End and A Beginning A record 263 seniors received their diplomas during an impressive outdoor display of pomp and ceremony on May 31. A crowd of about 2700 friends and family members turned out to view the conferring of degrees in the afternoon ceremony. In addition to having the largest number of graduates, the Class of 1980 included the first group of nurses to be graduated under Union ' s new bachelor ' s degree program. Dr. James H. Smith of Memphis, executive director of the Southern Baptist Convention ' s Brotherhood Commis- sion, delivered the baccalaureate sermon in G. M. Sav- age Memorial Chapel. The commencement address was presented by Dr. Russell Tuck, Jr., a 1956 graduate, who is presently the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction in the Parkway School District in St. Louis, Missouri. A record graduating class of 263 received diplomas. Gloria Prater accepts her sheepskin with a smile. Graduate contemplates the rewards of education.

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President ' s Reception Is Gala Affair The President ' s Reception is an event held each year to which the student body, the faculty, administration, and staff are invited. This year, as in the past, it was held in the cafeteria. The attendence was high this fall due to the increase in student enrollment. The formal affair provides a good opportunity for stu- dents to become better acquainted with faculty mem- bers. It also gives the student and administration a chance to meet one another and to establish a line of communication. Dr. Robert Craig and Amanda Patton greet students. Mrs. Betty Foellinger helps serve. Linn Stranak and Charles Huffman enjoy the food.