News Article Tracy Jessup Retires as GWU Senior Minister and Vice President of Christian Life and Service ‘For 30 Years, It Has Been my Honor and Privilege to Serve my Alma Mater’ BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In 1985, Tracy Jessup arrived at Gardner-Webb University as a freshman music education major. Except for a brief time away to earn his Master of Divinity, Jessup has served the GWU campus and community for 30 years. He […] Office of University Communications | July 19, 2022
News Article GWU Webb Connections Panel Discusses Trends in Christian Higher Education Moderated by President Dr. William M. Downs, Panelists Explored Future of Christian Higher Education BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In the final Webb Connections event for the semester, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William M. Downs welcomed a panel of guests to discuss, “A Revival in Christian Higher Education: Building A Bigger Tent.” Webb Connections is an informative series […] Office of University Communications | May 19, 2021
News Article GWU President Names Interim VP for Christian Life and Service Neal Payne, Associate Minister for Student Ministries, Begins New Role on Aug. 1 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University President William Downs has appointed Neal Payne as interim vice president for Christian Life and Service, effective Aug. 1. Payne presently serves as associate minister for Student Ministries. He succeeds Tracy Jessup, who will retire at the end […] Office of University Communications | June 23, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Community Remembers the Lives of Rollins Tita and Dr. Sharon Creed-Hall Service of Prayer and Remembrance will be Held Wednesday, Feb. 24 The Gardner-Webb University community lost two of its own this week—Freshman Student-Athlete Rollins Tita and Assistant Professor of Nursing Dr. Sharon Creed-Hall. We pause to remember and celebrate their lives and contributions to the campus family. On Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 4:30 p.m., a […] Office of University Communications | February 24, 2021
Page Gallery of Distinguished Alumni The Gallery of Distinguished Alumni recognizes and honors alumni of Gardner-Webb University who have made significant contributions in their field of service and the communities in which they serve. Distinguished Alumni Inductees A full list of Gardner-Webb Alumni awarded Distinguished Alumni and Alumni of the Year dating back to the year 1957 Nominate someone today!
Page Campus Services Campus Departments and Services Christian Life and Service The Office of Christian Life and Service advances the Christian and Baptist identity of the University and nurtures students, faculty and staff in the development of a mature Christian faith. Varied opportunities are provided for expressing that faith through service to God and humanity. The Office of […]
