news-category: Campus News Dean Clark Appointed Acting Interim President By Gardner-Webb University On February 19, 2025 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – It was announced today that Dean Clark, Gardner-Webb Vice President for Enrollment Management, will serve as acting interim president until the Board of Trustees appoints an interim president. Board of Trustees Chair Lamont Littlejohn Jr. remarked, “I know and admire Dean Clark for his leadership and dedication to Gardner-Webb. He will serve as a steady hand at the wheel until the full Board selects an interim president.” Clark has been with Gardner-Webb since 2022. He has served in higher education leadership roles for over 20 years. Before coming to Gardner-Webb, he served as executive vice president at Southwestern College in Chula Vista, Calif. Prior to that he was vice president for Enrollment at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wis. The Board of Trustees will meet this coming Monday, Feb. 24. About Gardner-Webb University 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.
News Article The 2025 High School Football Jamboree is Back in Gardner-Webb’s Spangler Stadium Annual Event Showcases Cleveland County Teams Competing Against Charlotte Area Schools BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Cleveland County Schools recently announced that the 2025 High School Football Jamboree will return to Gardner-Webb’s Spangler Stadium. The University is excited to welcome back high school football and fans to the campus on Thursday, Aug. 8. Cleveland County Schools is proud […] Office of University Communications | July 3, 2025
News Article Jumpstart Your First Semester at Gardner-Webb with One Event Program Helps Freshmen and New Transfer Students Prepare for Move-In Day BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Jumpstart at Gardner-Webb University is an opportunity for freshmen and new transfer students to shorten their orientation to-do list. Students can get their new Dawg Tag ID, finalize their financial aid package and create their fall class schedule—all in one place: Tucker […] Office of University Communications | July 3, 2025
News Article Defending Big South Conference Men’s Soccer Champs Kickoff Season with Home Exhibition on Aug. 8 Runnin’ Bulldogs Face a Grueling 15-Game Regular Season, with Seven Conference Matches BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Head coach Scott Wells and the defending Big South Conference Champion Gardner-Webb men’s soccer team have announced the schedule for the upcoming 2025 season. The Runnin’ Bulldogs made history last season, compiling a record of 13-4-3 while also going unbeaten in […] Office of University Communications | July 2, 2025