Person Dr. William Downs Dr. William M. Downs is Gardner-Webb University’s 13th President and began his term on July 1, 2019. Biography A Raleigh native, Downs earned his BA in Political Science (with a minor in Journalism) from North Carolina State University in 1988, and he holds MA (1990) and PhD (1994) degrees in Political Science from Emory University. […]
News Article Volunteers from Gardner-Webb Serve on Medical Mission Team to Dominican Republic BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Two members of the Gardner-Webb University community recently returned from a medical mission trip to Barahona in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Sydney Brown, dean of the Gail Bolt Price School of Graduate Studies and professor of education, and Brook Wright, a second-year student in the Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner program, […] Office of University Communications | January 29, 2020
News Article GWU Hunt School of Nursing Recognizes RN to BSN Student in Celebration of Nursing Lou Hipps, ’20, Connects Vulnerable Patients to Healthcare The World Health Assembly designated 2020 as the “Year of the Nurse” long before the Coronavirus pandemic began. The celebration recognizes the 200th anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, the founder of nursing. Further, the American Nurses Association, which traditionally observes National Nurses Week May 6-12, […] Office of University Communications | May 8, 2020
News Article Gardner-Webb Alumna is Clinical Pharmacist Caring for Patients with Chronic Diseases Laura Demilio, ’12, Works at Inner City Healthcare Clinic in Baltimore, Md. Gardner-Webb University alumna, Laura Wilcox Demilio, ’12, is a clinical pharmacist at an inner city healthcare clinic in Baltimore, Md. Many of her patients have uncontrolled chronic diseases and multiple health problems. Additionally, they are transient and experience financial and food insecurities. “My […] Office of University Communications | July 30, 2020
News Article Gardner-Webb Faculty Emeritus Sherman Parrish Passes Away Department of Natural Sciences Leader Established Legacy in Chemistry Clarence “Sherman” Parrish served Gardner-Webb for over three decades in the Department of Natural Sciences. He was known for his personal investment in students’ success, professional connections, willingness to serve his community, and a calm demeanor. Parrish passed away at age 85 on Aug. 6, 2023. […] Office of University Communications | August 9, 2023
News Article Students Invited to Participate in Mission Trips Across the U.S. and in Southern Africa Gardner-Webb Office of Christian Life and Service Has Five Opportunities Planned in 2023-2024 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The five mission trips planned by the Office of Christian Life and Service for 2023-2024 offer a variety of opportunities from construction and medical assistance to making children with a critical illness smile. Students can also choose from trips in […] Office of University Communications | August 21, 2023
News Article Gardner-Webb Mission Team will Assist in Medical Clinics in Eswatini Group of 10 Raising Money to Offset Cost of the Trip BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In May, Gardner-Webb University students and leaders will travel to Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) to assist in the medical clinics run by the Kudvumisa Foundation. Impoverished families in this African country have little to no access to medical care and one of the […] Office of University Communications | February 7, 2024
Program Undergraduate Chemistry Programs Discover God’s phenomena in natural sciences Chemistry impacts the world’s understanding and adapting of new drugs and vaccines, synthesis of new materials, alternative energy sources, environmental protection, climate change, and more. You’ll study a physical science that helps us better take care of God’s creation. Our chemistry program gives you access to modern laboratory technology […]
Article Bulldogs Together … Ready and Strong Gardner-Webb Answered the Call to Serve During the Pandemic As nations around the world began responding to the coronavirus pandemic in March 2020, Gardner-Webb University made the decision to follow the recommended prevention measures to help stem the spread. Students were asked to stay home for the rest of the spring semester, and all face-to-face […]
News Article Gardner-Webb Student Health Clinic Provider Receives Prestigious Award from Atrium GWU Alumna Anna Burgess Recognized for Leadership and Innovation BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Nurse Practitioner Anna Burgess has cared for patients at the Gardner-Webb University Student Health Clinic for two years. An employee of Atrium Health, she’s excelled at her job. First, the GWU alumna was promoted to the Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APP) over three other […] Office of University Communications | April 29, 2024
