of Union University in the Tennessee Convention. This charter included the election of the university's trustees. Two years later, the Convention consolidated "Hall-Moody Junior College" at Martin (1900–1927) with Union University; the former Hall-Moody campus subsequently became the location of the University of Tennessee Junior College, now the University of Tennessee at Martin.
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools granted Union University accreditation in 1948. From the early 1950s to the early 1970s, Union operated an Extension Center in the Memphis area.
=== Craig and Barefoot administrations ===
During President Robert Craig (1967–85) and President Hyran Barefoot's (1987–1996) administrations, enrollment increased to more than 2,000 and several buildings were constructed.
=== David S. Dockery's administration ===
David S. Dockery was elected as the fifteenth president of Union University in December 1995. During his administration, which lasted until 2014, the university's enrollment increased …
