Post James Blaine Davis First President, 1928-1930 On Sept. 3, 1928, Boiling Springs Junior College opened for its first session. Prior to this time, it existed only as a high school. Rev. James Blaine Davis, a graduate of Mars Hill College, Wake Forest College, the University of North Carolina and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, had been elected as President. […] Gardner-Webb University | August 25, 2022
Post 2022 Fall Academic Convocation Surround Yourself With Success Good morning, everyone. It is really, really good to see you all. I’m excited that we are here. I’m grateful that we are together. I hope you had a good first week of classes, and I hope you’re ready for a strong and successful semester. Ladies and gentlemen, I am eager […] Gardner-Webb University | August 24, 2022
Post Updated COVID Reporting and Testing for Fall 2022 Welcome back to campus Runnin’ Bulldogs! We are already off to a great start to the Fall 2022 semester! As classes begin, we continue to keep your health as a top priority. Given COVID’s persistence locally as well as nationally, we recommend masks indoors in crowded situations, but they are not required. Free masks are […] Gardner-Webb University | August 16, 2022
Post August 2022: Love and Marriage August brings with it the start of a new academic year and a wonderful sense of renewal at our University. Indulge me for a moment, however, as August also has an additional special meaning in the Downs household. On August 5, Kim and I celebrate our 33rd wedding anniversary. This year, we also celebrate that […] Gardner-Webb University | August 1, 2022
Post We’re Ready to Welcome You Back! The fall 2022 semester will be here soon and we’re all set to welcome everyone back to campus! COVID cases were rare on campus over the summer, with less severe variants accounting for the few we have seen. Given these current conditions and in keeping with the recommendations of public health authorities, we are able […] Gardner-Webb University | July 25, 2022
Post Title IX Ways to Get Help Choose what is right for you! The resources below empower individuals to overcome sexual misconduct and gender discrimination. Seek Medical Attention Seeking timely medical attention is extremely important. In the event of an emergency, call 911. If a non-emergency: ATRIUM HEALTH CLEVELAND HOSPITALProvides free specialized sexual violence treatment 24 hours a day, seven days a week. […] Gardner-Webb University | June 22, 2022
Post 9 Things to Know About Title IX Title IX is a civil right that prohibits sex discrimination in education Title IX applies to all students regardless of gender identity. All schools receiving federal funding, including public K-12 schools and the majority of colleges, are subject to Title IX. Gardner-Web cannot discourage you from continuing your education. Gardner-Webb can issue no-contact directives to […] Gardner-Webb University | June 21, 2022
Post Commencement Update: Location Change due to weather Officials at Gardner-Webb University have announced that tonight’s commencement ceremony will be moved indoors to the Paul Porter Arena in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution, because the Cleveland County area is under severe weather warnings. The ceremony will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are required for […] Gardner-Webb University | May 6, 2022
Post Commencement Update: Potential Inclement Weather Inclement Weather Plan In case of inclement or threatening weather, Commencement will be held in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center and tickets will be required to attend. Graduates should meet at the Dover Theatre at LYCC by 6:30 PM. Ticketing Process At this time, we plan to hold the ceremony outside with no limitations on number of […] Gardner-Webb University | May 4, 2022
Post March 2022: …In Like a Lion We all know the old saying, “If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb.” This bit of folklore from the world of weather has long predicted that the month’s early roar will ultimately yield to something kinder and gentler as April approaches. The adage seems apt again this year, […] Gardner-Webb University | February 28, 2022
