Home School Interviews

Name: Sara Arnott
Major: Nursing

How did you hear about Union College?
My older sister attended Union.

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
I really liked it. The people (students and faculty alike) are friendly and are willing to help with whatever you need. They will also answer any questions you have, give you tours so you know where everything is, and redirect you when you get lost on campus.

Was it easy to adapt going from home-schooling to Union College?
I think that Union's environment makes it much easier to adapt. If you have questions or need help with anything, from homework to life in general, the faculty is more than willing to help and ease the transition as much as possible. I had trouble with a chemistry class my freshmen year (I'd never taken chemistry before) and my professor met with me whenever I needed, even coming in on Sunday afternoons. Yep, everyone here is pretty awesome!

In one sentence what advice would you give to students considering Union College?
Come to Union...it's the best!

Name: Becky Hennlein
Major: Psychology and Pre-Allied Health
Minor: Religion
Year: Senior

How did you hear about Union College?
I heard about Union college through my father who took some continuing education classes here in the early '90s. Also, I heard about how great Union was from one of my friend's brothers who was attending Union at the time.

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
When I first came to visit Union, it was somewhat shocking being on my potential college campus. But after being here for a few hours I knew this was the place God wanted me to be. I could see Him through all the people that worked here. Everyone was helpful and made me feel welcome. I felt like this was my "home."  There was a sense of belonging and I also knew this was a place to grow closer to God while receiving a Christian education. It is the best choice I have ever made. There is never a day I regret my decision to come to Union.

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
I will say that the first couple of weeks are the hardest. You are adjusting to college, being away from home and family, and also being an outsider to those who came from academies and have friends from there. But you have to make an effort to talk to people, and once you do you will make friends for life.  Some of my best friends now are ones I met right after coming to Union. Everything is an adjustment. Have a positive attitude and remember God is on your side. With those two combinations you'll have nothing to worry about.

In one sentence what advice would you give to students considering Union College?
If you want to get to know God better while receiving a Christian education, then Union is the place for you!

Name: Rachel Lehman
Major: Nursing
Year: Sophomore

How did you hear about Union College?
I heard about it from some friends who came to visit me.

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
I did not visit Union College at all. I simply showed up when school started and I love it here!

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
Yes it was. I found it very easy to blend in with people and make friends. Everybody here at Union is very accepting and very friendly!

In one sentence what advice would you give to students considering Union College?
I would say that Union College is a very warm and hospitable college that is very involved with its students; it is a conservative yet not-restrictive school. God is a very large part of this campus and we are like a big family here.

Name: Lauren Lombard
Major: International Rescue and Relief
Year: Junior

How did you hear about Union College?
Through a friend.

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
I was amazed at how friendly everyone was. I was also impressed with the emphasis Union has on service and missions; the level of spirituality here was a big attraction for me. I also like that Union is small enough to get to know people well and there is a good student/teacher ratio.

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
It is definitely a transition, but not a difficult one. The teachers and staff here at Union really go out of their way to help you succeed.

Name: Tim Osborn
Major: Theology
Year: Freshman

How did you hear about Union College?
My Parents.

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
I was impressed and I decided that I didn't want to go to school anywhere else.

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
Yes. I had to get used to going to class every day, but that wasn't too difficult.

In one sentence what advice would you give to students considering Union College?
Union is a friendly and fun school with great teachers and a great spiritual life!

 Name: Katelyn Rabanal
 Major: Social Work
 Home State: Kansas
 Year: Sophomore

 What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
 It was incredible; I loved it. From the spiritual aspect to activities there is always  so much to do. It gave me a sense of home away from home.

What made you choose Union College?
Convenience and their social work program, but most of all God led me here.

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
It was a perfect transition.

What advice would you give to students considering Union College?
Give it a chance. You will find what you are looking for if you try.

What do you like most about Union College?
The activities and spiritual aspect of the campus.

Who is your favorite professor?
Mr. Blake

What is your favorite class and why?
World Literature - because it's with Mr. Mennard and his crazy antics.

Name: Kate Simmons
Major: Communication
Year: Senior

How did you hear about Union College?
Both my parents, most of my aunts and uncles, and all my older cousins went here.

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
 I wanted to be a music therapy major and I was appalled that major wasn't available here. I had already spent part of a year at another college and thought Union students weren't as serious about class time, etc., as my other classmates. But the students that I spoke with were very nice and helpful.

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
I had already gone to another college, so I didn't go directly from home-schooling to Union. But the "post-academy" atmosphere was hard to adjust to at first.

In one sentence what advice would you give to students considering Union College?
It's an awesome place. But it's not heaven - we're not there yet. While we're waiting, there are opportunities for growth here. Give it a shot.

Name: Erin Webb
Major: Accounting
Home State: Colorado
Year: Freshman

What was your experience like at Union when you came to visit?
Although I found it big, I found that it had a family atmosphere.

What made you choose Union College?
It was a Seventh-day Adventist college and was located close to home.

Was it easy to adapt from home-schooling to Union College?
It was a different experience but my professors helped me adapt. Now if feels like home, like I belong here.

What advice would you like to give students considering Union College?
It might be hard at first but if you stay, it's worth it.

What do you like most about Union College?
Every time you walk down the sidewalk people smile and say hi to you.

Who is your favorite professor?
Malcolm Gaskin

What is your favorite class and why?
Intro to Computers. I love learning how to use them.