them ,” Hawkins says .
ESSENTIAL IDENTITY REMAINS
While Union ’ s offerings have grown since its founding in 1879 , its essential identity remains the same . Home of the Bulldogs , Union is a private , liberal artsbased institution that promotes the intellectual , spiritual , and physical enrichment of its campus as well as the economic growth of the Appalachian community .
“ We are embracing the future but will never forget our legacy ,” says Hon . Don Jones , former Chair of the Board of Trustees . “ We will always be orange and black , and we will forever be Bulldogs .”
DR . MARCIA HAWKINS
DR . DJ WASHINGTON
The Union College Board of Trustees recently announced that the institution ’ s official name will be updated to include the word “ university ” and that Dr . DJ Washington will serve as interim president when current president Dr . Marcia Hawkins retires June 30 , 2024 .
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