Union Commonwealth University

Union Commonwealth University Located in Barbourville, Kentucky and founded in 1879, Union College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church.

Established as the first college in the Kentucky mountains, Union Commonwealth University, formerly Union College, offers a quality education to students in Appalachia and beyond. Home of the Bulldogs, Union is a private, liberal arts-based institution comprised of undergraduate and graduate programs, supporting a diverse academic environment for nearly 1200 students. Union is grounded by four pil

lars that define our academic focus: service to each other and our communities; our Appalachian culture and heritage; our core affiliation with Methodism and the liberal arts academic experience. These principles promote the intellectual, spiritual and physical enrichment of our campus as well as the economic growth of our Appalachian community.

🇺🇸 On Memorial Day, Union Commonwealth University honors and remembers the brave men and women who have made the ultimat...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 On Memorial Day, Union Commonwealth University honors and remembers the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Because of the generosity of the Bulldog family, Dear Old Union Day was a success!Thanks to 173 donors and supporters, m...
05/20/2026

Because of the generosity of the Bulldog family, Dear Old Union Day was a success!

Thanks to 173 donors and supporters, more than $51,000 was raised through gifts to support Union students through scholarships, academics, athletics, and more.

Thank you for believing in Union and investing in our momentum.

For the past two years, Union Commonwealth University students have explored purpose, passion, and vocation through the ...
05/19/2026

For the past two years, Union Commonwealth University students have explored purpose, passion, and vocation through the Circles of Purpose grant program made possible by NetVUE.

Read more about our students and their experiences by clicking the link in the comments.

🎓 Congrats again to the Class of 2026!Photos from the Co-Curricular Awards, Nursing Pinning Ceremony, Baccalaureate, and...
05/18/2026

🎓 Congrats again to the Class of 2026!
Photos from the Co-Curricular Awards, Nursing Pinning Ceremony, Baccalaureate, and Commencement are now available to view, download, and order. See the celebration and share your favorite moments with family and friends.
Check them out here: https://www.unionky.edu/Union-Grad-Photos
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Barbourville City School students are on campus as part of their annual Serve Day. Students are spending the day complet...
05/15/2026

Barbourville City School students are on campus as part of their annual Serve Day.

Students are spending the day completing projects throughout the city of Barbourville before returning to campus later for lunch.

Thank you to Barbourville Independent and their students for serving others and leading by example!

05/13/2026

It’s not too late to make an impact on Dear Old Union Day.

Thank you to everyone who has made a gift this afternoon/evening and helped continue the momentum. www.unionky.edu/dearold

05/13/2026

Across campus, transformational projects are taking shape, from future student housing and a new campus event space to major athletic facility upgrades that will impact the student experience for years to come.

These projects are happening because people believe in Union Commonwealth University and where we’re headed.

On this Dear Old Union Day, your support of the Union Fund helps Union continue building momentum by providing flexible support where it is needed most, scholarships, academics, student life, campus improvements, and future opportunities.

Watch the video below for a look at what’s happening on campus — and if you believe in the future of Union, we invite you to make your gift today. www.unionky.edu/dearold

05/13/2026

Get to know new Union Women’s Basketball Head Coach Ryan Stanley 🏀

In this short video Coach Stanley talks about everything from his favorite game day road snack to the style of his program — while also chatting about the exciting upgrades happening inside Robsion Arena this summer.

Today on Dear Old Union Day you can support Coach Stanley by making a gift directly to Women’s Basketball or you can also give to the Union Fund, which helps provide scholarships for our student-athletes.

Join us in investing in the next chapter of Union.
www.unionky.edu/dearold

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310 College Street
Barbourville, KY
40906

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