news-category: Athletics Gardner-Webb Athletics Expands Broadcast Coverage for Fans By Office of University Communications On August 24, 2023 Partnership with Sidearm Sports to include increased coverage from the Runnin’ Bulldog Sports Network BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – New for the 2023-2024 season, fans have numerous options for broadcast coverage of Runnin’ Bulldogs athletics. Local audiences will continue to find Gardner-Webb Football on WGNC AM 1450 / FM 101.1, and our ‘Dawgs around the world can now catch the Runnin’ Bulldog Sports Network (RBSN) live on The Varsity Network app (for all mobile devices). All broadcasts on The Varsity Network app can also be heard online at gwusports.com/listenlive. “There’s a pretty good growl coming out of Boiling Springs, North Carolina, these days,” exults GWU President Dr. William Downs. “Our Runnin’ Bulldogs are making noise across the NCAA D-I landscape, and it’s fitting that we are taking steps to ensure that more alumni, more fans, and more followers can hear the sounds of competition and victory. We’re poised for more breakout seasons this year, and with Sidearm Sports on the team Bulldog Nation will be able to catch every moment.” RBSN has also announced plans for more coverage throughout the 2023-24 athletic season with the addition of live radio broadcasts of featured baseball and softball games. These broadcasts are on top of the existing coverage of all football, men’s basketball, and women’s basketball. “The Varsity Network is the premiere network for college sports radio play-by-play,” said Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication Phil Constantino. “Gardner-Webb fans can now access all radio broadcasts, for free, in one location, as the RBSN expands its digital footprint to bring more ‘Dawgs into our pack. We are thrilled to grow our partnership with Sidearm Sports!” Established in 2021 by Sidearm Sports, a Learfield Company, The Varsity Network App serves as a live audio game day hub for partner institutions, including some of the most iconic brands in the college sports. The app is available for download in the Apple Store for iPhone users and the Google Play Store for Android users. The RBSN’s first broadcast of the 2023-2024 season is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 2, when the football team travels to Appalachian State University. More information on the Runnin’ Bulldogs Sports Network and The Varsity Network can be found here. Gardner-Webb season tickets are available for all home football games online at gwusports.com, single game tickets can also be purchased. Gardner-Webb University is North Carolina’s recognized leader in private, Christian higher education. A Carnegie-Classified Doctoral/Professional University, GWU is home to nine colleges and schools, more than 80 undergraduate and graduate majors, and a world-class faculty. Located on a beautiful 225-acre campus in Boiling Springs, N.C., Gardner-Webb prepares graduates to impact their chosen professions, equips them with the skills to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspires them to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of others. Ignite your future at Gardner-Webb.edu.
News Article Gardner-Webb Announces Spring 2024 President’s List, Dean’s List and Honor Roll Students Honored for Academic Achievements BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University officials are pleased to announce the Spring 2024 academic achievements. Students who have earned a 4.0 grade point average for the semester are named to the President’s List. These students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours. View the list here. The Dean’s […] Office of University Communications | May 16, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb’s Annual Community Memorial Day Observance Scheduled for May 24 Retired U.S. Air Force Veteran Master Sgt. John Whitaker Speaker for Service BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Retired Master Sgt. John Whitaker, a decorated war veteran, will be the featured speaker for Gardner-Webb’s Annual Community Memorial Day Observance and Prayer Gathering. The service will be held on Friday, May 24, at 9:30 a.m. in front of Hamrick Hall. […] Office of University Communications | May 15, 2024
News Article Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Inc. Continues Generous Support of Gardner-Webb Students Since 2004, Donations of Nearly $4 Million Provide Scholarships to Female Undergraduates in Nursing and Other Majors BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb continually seeks scholarship opportunities for its students. A major partner in this endeavor is the Lettie Pate Whitehead (LPW) Foundation Inc. For nearly three decades, LPW has supported Christian higher education at GWU with a […] Office of University Communications | May 15, 2024