JACKSON — Union University has named Ray Van Neste, dean of its School of Theology and Missions, as vice president for university ministries.
Van Neste will continue to serve as dean in addition to his new role, where he will oversee Union’s chapel program, church relations and pastoral care responsibilities for the university community.
“Ray Van Neste has a combination of theological depth, personal integrity, commitment to Union’s mission and leadership capacity that make him ideal for this role,” Union President Samuel W. “Dub” Oliver said. “His dedication to and service at Union over 25 years have demonstrated this and have helped prepare him for this important leadership position.” [Read more…]