University Advancement Staff

Meet Our Team

The Advancement Division at Gardner-Webb supports the mission of the University by working with alumni, donors, and communities to provide support for students, faculty and staff.

The collective strength and generosity of the Gardner-Webb family is a critical component to making college affordable, providing high-impact learning opportunities, fielding championship caliber athletic teams as well as maintaining and growing our beautiful campus.

The staff is comprised of professionals in the following areas:

Bulldog Club

The Bulldog Club ensures our student-athletes have the scholarship support they need to raise the bar.

  • Wes Cogdill

    Wesley Cogdill

    Executive Director of the Bulldog Club

    (704) 406-4630

Alumni Relations

We work hard to nurture a life-long relationship between our university and our extraordinary alumni. We also provide opportunities for current students to participate in activities that promote philanthropy and school pride.