news-category: Founders Day Nominations Open on Sept. 15 for Gardner-Webb Founders Medal By Office of University Communications On September 4, 2023 Annual Award Presentation Highlights University’s Celebration of Founders Day BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb will celebrate Founders Day on Nov. 30 in recognition of the date the University was officially chartered, which was on Dec. 2, 1905. A highlight of the observance is the presentation of the Founders Medal, which recognizes individuals who have contributed significant and distinguished service to the Gardner-Webb. The community is invited to nominate individuals for the University’s most prestigious honor beginning on Friday, Sept. 15, and going through Friday, Oct. 13. Two Founders Medals will be awarded. A full list of criteria and the nomination form can be found here. “I look forward to continuing the Founders Day tradition that we revived in 2022,” affirmed Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs. “Our University has such a rich and fascinating history, and Founders Day provides us with the perfect opportunity to celebrate the men and women who since 1905 have devoted so much labor and love to building this special place. I truly believe that the more we learn about GWU’s past, the more excited we will all be about what can be accomplished in our future.” Last year’s inaugural recipients were John and Linda Godbold of Rock Hill, S.C., and the late O. Max and Fay Webb Gardner. In addition to a dinner to recognize the Founders Medal recipients, this year’s festivities include a historical exhibit and the placing of a historical marker. The day concludes with the annual Festival of Lights program at 7 p.m. 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 Gardner-Webb Homecoming 2024 Offers Football and Weekend of Fun Traditions Highlights Include Parade, Bo’s Battle Que, Hall of Fame Gala and Worship at the Webb BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Homecoming at Gardner-Webb University is a chance to reconnect with classmates and friends, reminisce about classes and social events, and explore what’s new on campus. For students, Homecoming celebrates what it means to be a Runnin’ Bulldog. Director […] Office of University Communications | September 11, 2024
News Article Nominations Open until August 15 for Gardner-Webb Founders Medal Annual Award Recognizes Exceptional Contributions to the University BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In the same spirit as Gardner-Webb’s earliest founders, men and women throughout the institution’s 119-year history have provided distinguished service and support to further its mission. For the third consecutive year since renewing GWU’s Founders Day observances, the Office of President is inviting nominations for […] Office of University Communications | July 30, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb’s Dover Library Receives State Grant to Digitize Historical Records 19th Century Historic Documents and Church Records Helpful for Genealogical and Academic Research BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University’s Dover Library recently received a $42,000 grant from the State Library of North Carolina. The money will be used to digitize historical church records on microfilm and documents in the Cleveland County Historical Collection. The project is a […] Office of University Communications | July 17, 2024
