news-category: Christian Life and Service

Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs and First Lady Kim Downs Share Christmas Greetings

Concert Choir Performs Holiday Classic to Celebrate the Spirit of the Season

BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—With music performed by the Gardner-Webb University Concert Choir under the direction of Dr. Joshua Cheney, Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs and First Lady Kim Downs invite you to join them in celebrating the spirit of the season in this annual video Christmas card. 

Enjoy a beautiful rendition of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blaine with accompaniment by Timothy Scruggs of the Gardner-Webb University Department of Music.

While celebrating togetherness, success, and Christ’s guiding light, Dr. and Mrs. Downs reflect on the blessings shared with the Runnin’ Bulldog family and extend their heartfelt thanks to students, faculty, staff, alumni, and supporters who make Gardner-Webb a community like no other.

“From our hearts to yours, may this season be filled with joy, hope, and the peace of Christ.”

Special thanks:

• Boiling Springs Florist – Set Decorations

• The GWU Department of Music – Set Decorations

• Linda Lee – Set Decorations

• Joyce Reagan Pegram – Art Design Support

• Dr. Joshua Cheney and the GWU Concert Choir – Beautiful seasonal music

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

Previous News Article

Gardner-Webb Incoming First-Year Students Form Strong Bonds in Living-Learning Communities (LLC)

Next News Article

Alena Ivanov and Nathan Cremin Take GWU Athlete of The Week Awards for Dec. 9

Related News

  • News Article

    Chris Scruggs Invited to Speak at Gardner-Webb Dover Library for Freadom Reads

    Doctoral Student Shares from his Collection of Banned Books By Chloe Cloutier, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Chris Scruggs, a doctoral student in the Gardner-Webb University College of Education, is the featured speaker for Freadom Reads. The program will be on Jan. 28 from 3 to 4 p.m. at Dover Library, 110 Huggins St., […]

    Chris Scruggs speaking at the library in August 2024.
  • News Article

    Chasing Goals: Peyton Bryant Finds Success in Soccer, Studies, and Career Planning

    Gardner-Webb Ignite Scholar and Student-Athlete Prepares to Pursue MBA at GWU By Makella Knowles, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Peyton Bryant, a business management major, is eager to launch her career after graduation. Her experiences completing two internships—one in Human Resources (HR) and another in data analytics—have sharpened her interests and allowed her to […]

  • News Article

    Gardner-Webb Assistant Professor Dr. Simone McIntyre Featured Speaker for Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 20

    University’s MLK Observance Continues with Week of Service Opportunities, Jan. 21-23 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday serves to remember his immense significance in the nation’s history and to reflect on his tireless efforts to promote justice and equality. A celebration hosted by the Cleveland County, N.C., 5379B Branch […]

    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. collage of photos