news-category: Campus News Gardner-Webb Officials Offer Assistance to Limestone and St. Andrews Universities By Office of University Communications On May 2, 2025 University’s Administrators, Faculty, and Staff Reach Out to Help in Various Ways BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Over the past few days, officials from Gardner-Webb University have been in touch with leadership and administrative staff at both Limestone University in Gaffney, S.C., and St. Andrews University in Laurinburg, N.C. Gardner-Webb has offered sympathy and prayers, of course. But the University has also offered help. Faculty and academic leaders have been reaching out to their counterparts to assist with student transitions to GWU. Enrollment staff are actively managing transfer applications and helping students. GWU coaches are engaging with student-athletes, many of whom entered the transfer portal last week. Academic Affairs is working on teach-out plans that would allow students to transfer and complete their degrees without significant disruption. The University has a dedicated web page for all these students to help clarify how GWU can help. It can be found right here. The campus community is also remembering in prayer the faculty and staff at these institutions during this difficult time. And where there are open positions at GWU, officials hope they will reach out. The University asks for prayers and support as the GWU campus works to help its brothers and sisters at these historic institutions find their best path forward. 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. Interested in Gardner-Webb Start your journey here.
News Article Phillip Lewis Returns to Gardner-Webb as Associate Vice President for Web & Digital Communications Experienced Digital Strategist to Guide University’s Web Presence and Online Engagement BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb Vice President for Marketing and Communications Thea Thompson has named Phillip Lewis as the University’s associate vice president for Web & Digital Communications. He brings more than 15 years of experience in website management, digital content strategy, and online communications, including previous service […] Office of University Communications | March 9, 2026
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News Article Gardner‑Webb University Announces Women’s History Month Events and Wellness Series March Programming Celebrates Creativity, Connection, and The Power of Community BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner‑Webb University will mark Women’s History Month with a series of uplifting, community‑centered events designed to honor the strength, creativity, and connections of women across campus and beyond. The month’s theme, “Celebrating the hearts that shaped ours,” will be reflected through creative expressions […] Office of University Communications | March 2, 2026