category: Advisory Finish the Fall Semester Strong By Gardner-Webb University On November 18, 2020 Dear Gardner-Webb students, I am contacting you directly today to stress the importance of finishing our semester in a way that minimizes the threat from COVID-19.Compared to other colleges and universities across the state and across the country, Gardner-Webb University has fared remarkably well since move-in day back in August. For most of the semester, we have had low numbers—few positive cases and a manageable number of quarantines. However, as we get closer to the Thanksgiving break those numbers are rising. It will take your active vigilance to complete the semester in a way that maximizes your academic success.It will take your active vigilance to keep yourselves healthy and thereby avoid taking a virus home to your family and friends for the holidays.It will take your active vigilance to ensure that nothing gets in the way of us starting the spring 2021 semester on time and on campus. 86% of all COVID-19 cases at Gardner-Webb since reporting began in February 2020 have been students, not faculty or staff. To stop the spread, we have to rely on you.Everyone must wear face coverings in our buildings.We have to wash our hands…a lot.Maintain a safe social distance…seriously, it’s not that hard.There should be no large group gatherings. Skip the parties and spare yourself 14 days in quarantine. Even small groups must exercise extreme caution to keep from spreading the virus. We will continue to insist upon compliance, and we will do whatever it takes to protect our campus community, up to and including fines ($300) and penalties (one-year probation) for anyone who does not follow the guidelines. I know that the past 10 months have taken a toll. We’re tired and weary of dealing with the pandemic. I know I am. I miss campus life and our vibrant community. I miss the excitement and thrill of a crisp fall afternoon in Spangler Stadium. And though I know it’s all coming back, especially with recent encouraging news about vaccines, it is not here yet. And until it is, we have to be bold and aggressive in fighting for our community. Finish smart and finish strong,Dr. William M. DownsPresident
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 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 COVID cases continue to decline! COVID cases continue to decline among our campus community. Additionally, NCDHHS data show statewide declines as well. Here are the updates and changes you need to know right now: Charlotte Center Masking Requirement Lifted Gardner-Webb University will no longer require masks/face coverings indoors at the Charlotte Center beginning February 26. Mecklenburg County leaders voted to lift […] Gardner-Webb University | February 21, 2022
