News Article Double Dawg Day Blitzes Record with Over $1 Million Raised Gardner-Webb University Receives Over 1,100 Gifts to Support Every Aspect of Campus Life BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—For the eighth year in a row, giving on Double Dawg Day, April 20, eclipsed the previous record with a one-day giving total of over $1 million. Whether funding scholarships, athletic facilities and training, or enhancing classrooms and labs, each […] Gardner-Webb University | April 21, 2023
News Article Introduction of GWU’s New VP and Director of Athletics Seen by Viewers Across the Globe Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich, a Leader in Athletics Administration, Begins His Role in Early October BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The livestream introduction and welcome of Gardner-Webb University’s new Vice President and Director of Athletics, Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich, received more than 360 views from nine states: North and South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, New York, Virginia, Indiana, […] Gardner-Webb University | September 21, 2022
Post Perry Hildreth Professor of Philosophy T. Perry Hildreth (Professor of Philosophy) was selected to participate in the Baptist Scholars International Roundtable at Christ Church, Oxford University, Oxford, UK, August 7-10, 2022. Dr. Hildreth was among 7 scholars associated with Baptist life and institutions from the UK, Australia, Brazil, and the US who participated in the discussion of […] Gardner-Webb University | January 5, 2023
News Article Gardner-Webb Celebrates Record Year for International Students Students Share Why GWU Was Their Choice From the small island of Curacao to the large country of Canada and 44 other lands across the globe, a record number of 108 international students have made Gardner-Webb their college home this year. While many of these students will be away from their home country for several […] Gardner-Webb University | September 7, 2022
News Article Sixth Annual #DoubleDawgDay Secures Investments in Gardner-Webb’s Future Gifts Exceeding $315K Surpass Last Year’s Total BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The sixth annual #DoubleDawgDay on April 29 was a record-breaking success, exceeding last year’s total with 757 gifts raising $315,597. Each gift will have a direct and lasting impact on the success of Gardner-Webb University and its students. “The last 24 hours have been nothing short […] Gardner-Webb University | April 30, 2021
News Article Gardner-Webb’s College of Education Receives $15,600 Grant Funds from North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) will Help Establish Foothills Center for Literacy Research BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University’s College of Education has received a $15,600 grant from North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU). The award is part of a gift from the Goodnight Educational Foundation to support implementing new literacy strategies […] Gardner-Webb University | November 7, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Awards Degrees in Spring Commencement Ceremonies on May 6 and 7 More than 500 Graduates Honored with Traditional Ceremony and Separate Recognition Events BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Officials at Gardner-Webb University hosted commencement activities on May 6 and 7. Power 5 Basketball Coach Chris Holtmann was the guest speaker for Friday’s ceremony held in the Paul Porter Arena in Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. More than 500 graduates were honored […] Gardner-Webb University | May 10, 2022
Post Community Update: Commencement, Football and Upcoming Breaks Commencement North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper updated the Executive Order the week of February 26 and the changes included increasing “Outdoor” spaces and venues capacity to 30%. This allows 2,700 people in Spangler Stadium. With this change in mind, the University is excited to announce that we will hold May Commencement at 7:00 p.m. on […] Gardner-Webb University | March 5, 2021
Post Advent Devotion: Day 8 Sunday, December 4 Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 15:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12 Many of our societal norms were disrupted by the pandemic. One disruption that has persisted is “contactless waiting” for medical appointments. Prior to March 2020, patients were expected to go inside the healthcare provider’s front entrance, speak to a receptionist, and then sit in a waiting […] Gardner-Webb University | November 26, 2022
Page Spring 2022 Commencement FAQs Gardner-Webb University is pleased to announce over 500 students will receive degrees during spring commencement exercises held on May 6 -7, 2022. Students earned associates, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees from a variety of university programs. The University salutes these students and congratulates them for their significant achievements in higher education. Commencement Planning Commencement weekend […]
