Post Launita ‘Lonnie’ June Eye Proctor Professor Emerita of Physical Education Launita “Lonnie” June Eye Proctor (1929 -2014) was born in Rantoul, Kan., to Dr. Boyd Franklin and Mary Jane Sutton Eye. She and her two brothers were reared in Philadelphia, Pa. Proctor spent her early years just outside of Philadelphia until moving to Missouri. She graduated from Central High School […] Office of University Communications | August 25, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Student Assists Dentist with Various Procedures During Internship Chelsea Sexton, ’23, Obtains Radiography Certification, Learns Sterilization Techniques As a child, Chelsea Sexton, ’23, went through a couple of oral surgeries and wore braces for five years. During that time, the Gardner-Webb University student was cared for by a compassionate dentist, oral surgeon and orthodontist. “They always provided great care and a great environment […] Office of University Communications | October 5, 2020
News Article Gardner-Webb wins Second Straight Conference Championship Runnin’ Bulldogs Face Mercer in FCS Playoffs Nov. 25 at 3 p.m. in Macon, Ga. BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs return to the FCS Playoffs for the second straight season, facing Mercer in the opening round on Saturday, Nov. 25, at 3 p.m. This is the second straight year Gardner-Webb has qualified for the […] Office of University Communications | November 20, 2023
Article Steady in the Storm GWU Alumnus Changes Course to go From High School Drop Out to Senior Engineer I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, where the wind’s like a whetted knife; And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by. These words from “Sea […]
Bulldog Profile Hailey Spearman ’09 Gardner-Webb professors equip alumna with skills to be a lifelong learner “I learned the importance of professional development and networking, which ensure the incorporation of researched-based strategies in the classroom. I also learned the value of reflection and self-evaluation, which have helped me improve with each year of experience.” Hailey Spearman ’09 knew from a […] Office of University Communications | August 1, 2020
Post Fall 2023 Food Service Information Welcome Back Dawgs! Here’s the scoop about food on campus this fall! The Caf will be serving food in Tucker as we start the fall semester, and will be open: Renovations continue on the expanded New Caf in the DCC! ‘Sup Dawgs! Food Truck hours and locations have been expanded for the fall! Bo’s Smokehouse […] Office of University Communications | August 10, 2023
Article Peace in the Storm Through Highs and Lows, Micahla Funderburk, ’24, Pursued her Goals Micahla Funderburk gave Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball fans a night to remember on Feb. 7, 2024. In a home game against Presbyterian College, she led with a season and career high 21 points going 7-7 on the night—all from beyond the arch. With a steady […]
