news-category: Faculty Gardner-Webb Divinity School Professor Dr. Steve Harmon Featured on Spectrum Local News By Office of University Communications On February 26, 2025 Harmon Shares About Meeting Pope Francis in 2022 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—As thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square this week to pray for Pope Francis, Gardner-Webb Professor of historical theology Dr. Steve Harmon remembered meeting the Pope in 2022 and joined the world in praying for the Pope’s recovery. Harmon reflected on the time he spent with Pope Francis in a story by Spectrum News Anchor Rachel Loyd. The segment aired on Feb. 25 on Spectrum Local News. Harmon met the Pope through his work with the Baptist World Alliance. Read more here. “It was certainly an honor to meet Pope Francis,” Harmon said. Their 2022 meeting was just as Harmon imagined it would be. “Pope Francis was as many people experienced—warm, very personable, very engaged with the people and concerned about them,” he said. “Pope Francis was as many people experienced—warm, very personable, very engaged with the people and concerned about them.” Watch the Spectrum story here. 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 the School of Divinity? Start your journey here.
News Article Gardner-Webb University Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April Campus Events Focus on Education, Advocacy, and Solidarity with Survivors Gardner-Webb University’s Office of Student Development will recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month throughout April with a series of educational programs and awareness events. For 25 years, Sexual Assault Awareness Month has united survivors, advocates, and communities in a shared commitment to ending sexual assault, abuse, […] Office of University Communications | March 31, 2026
News Article Community Gathers at Gardner-Webb University for Parade of Tables to Benefit Local Students in Need Fundraiser Strengthens Support for the Little Bulldog Backpack Program, Serving 67 Children Each Week BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—One of the signature fundraisers for the Little Bulldog Backpack Program will be held at Gardner-Webb University this spring. The annual Parade of Tables is April 18 in the Tucker Student Center, beginning with table viewing at 6 p.m. […] Office of University Communications | March 24, 2026
News Article Celebrating Women Who Lead: A Gardner Webb Women’s History Month Series Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs Nicole Waters Highlights the Influence of Mentors and the Importance of Women’s Leadership BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Women’s History Month honors the mothers, mentors, and history‑makers who shaped lives and opened doors for generations. At Gardner‑Webb University, that legacy continues through the women who lead across campus, including five members […] Office of University Communications | March 24, 2026
