We hope you enjoy the online tour of our division which is comprised of three academic programs, education , psychology , social work . In addition, George Stone Elementary School is part of Union's Education Program.
We strive to help each student develop to their greatest capacity in the mental, physical, spiritual and social aspects of their lives. We want students to become competent Christian professionals who benefit society today and take up residency on the streets of gold in the future.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us with any of the communication methods listed below.
Mission and Goals
Mission
The mission of the Division of Human Development is to prepare exemplary teachers, psychology majors and social workers. The programs are driven by a commitment to holistic development, scholarship, multicultural clinical experiences and dedication to a life of service that assists others in achieving their God-given potential.
Goals
Specific division objectives include enabling the student to
exhibit competency in the content area of each discipline;
pursue advanced study;
perform professional roles with a high degree of competency.
The Division of Human Development offers courses and experiences to prepare students for entry-level career positions, and/or for graduate study. It also offers support courses for other programs of the college.
Assessment results are available in the Division of Human Development Office and in the Office for Institutional Research.
Prospective Students
If you are interested in working in a career of service to others, you have stopped at the right place. Each of the programs in the Human Development Division focus on helping people, each in different ways.
A Bachelor of Science in one of the Education majors prepares you to be a teacher of children and youth, giving you an opportunity to shape and mold the next generation.
A Bachelor of Science in Psychology prepares you for masters and doctoral programs, allowing you to become a psychologist or counseling.
A Bachelor of Science in Social Work degree prepares you for further study toward a Master's in Social Work degree or gives you the social work skills you can use in many different careers .
Please visit the pages of the program you are interested in to learn more about the field and what Union has to offer.
If you have further questions or desire more information feel free to fill out the Information Request Form .
Human Development Curriculum Guides
Education
Art Education K-12 (
B.S. )
Biology Education (
B.S. )
Business Education (
B.S. )
Chemistry Education (
B.S. )
Elementary Education (
B.S. )
English Education (
B.S. )
History Education (
B.S. )
Information Technology Education (
B.S. )
Language Arts Education (
B.S. )
Math Education (
B.S. )
Music Education
Instrumental K-12 (B.S. )
Vocal K-12 (B.S. ) Natural Science Education
Physics Education (
B.S. )
Religious Education (
B.S. )
Social Science Education (
B.S. )
See also:
International Rescue and Relief: Human Services and Counseling (
B.S. )
Pastoral Care (
B.A. )
Faculty and Staff
Education
Joseph R. Allison, Ed.D., Professor, Program Director
Y.J. Moses, Ph.D., Professor of Education, Secondary Education
Kathy Bollinger, M.A., Associate Professor of Education, Co-Director of Elementary Education
Jacquelyn Simpson, M.A., Associate Professor, George Stone School, Grades 1-4
Theresa Weigel-Gillham, M.A., Assistant Professor, George Stone School, Grades 5-8
Psychology
Trudy Holmes-Caines, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology
Melanie Gabbert, M.A., L.M.H.P., Assistant Professor of Psychology
Social Work
Lorri Merchant, M.S.S.W., Assistant Professor; Program Director
Bruce Schlieder, M.S.W., Associate Professor; Field Director
Staff
Amy Watson, Office Manager
Sherri Gregory, Accreditation Staff
Contact Us
Office Location : Dick Building, Room 403
Office Phone : 402.486.2522
Fax : 402.486.2574
Office E-mail : humandev [at] ucollege [dot] edu
Or fill our an Information Request Form
To contact specific people, please visit the campus directory .