News Article GWU Departments of Theatre Arts and Music Present Spring Musical, ‘Quilters’ Show offers Unique Challenges for Cast and Bluegrass Orchestra BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—“Quilters,” presented by the Gardner-Webb University Departments of Theatre Arts and Music, is a musical with some unique characteristics and challenges for the small cast. Set in the 1850s, the show celebrates the pioneering women who cared for their families on the difficult, and […] Office of University Communications | February 8, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb’s Expanded Chick-fil-A and Starbucks Plan Formal Ribbon Cuttings on March 20 Restaurants will Offer Giveaways to Celebrate New and Enhanced Presence on Campus BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb University campus and community has welcomed the expanded presence of Chick-fil-A and Starbucks to the Tucker Student Center. Now, formal ribbon cutting ceremonies to celebrate the popular restaurant and coffee house will be held on Monday, March 20, at […] Office of University Communications | March 10, 2023
News Article Last Show for GWU Fall Theatre Season, ‘The Last Five Years,’ Presented in Millennium Playhouse Production’s Stage Set-up Challenges Actors to Speak to All Sides of the Audience By Claire Allen, Intern for Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University’s Department of Theatre Arts presents the final show of the 2021 Fall Season—”The Last Five Years”—a musical written by Jason Robert Brown and first performed in Chicago in 2001. In the words […] Office of University Communications | November 10, 2021
Post New Full Scholarship at GWU An exciting newer scholarship opportunity is available for students interested in attending Gardner-Webb University! The Tucker Heart, Soul, Mind, and Strength Scholarship annually awards full tuition, room, board, and required fees to a student who exemplifies the principles and values of Christian service as embodied by Carolyn and Robert Tucker. THE SCHOLARSHIP EMPHASIZES FOUR AREAS: […] Office of University Communications | September 3, 2021
Post August 2022: Love and Marriage August brings with it the start of a new academic year and a wonderful sense of renewal at our University. Indulge me for a moment, however, as August also has an additional special meaning in the Downs household. On August 5, Kim and I celebrate our 33rd wedding anniversary. This year, we also celebrate that […] Office of University Communications | August 1, 2022
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News Article Nominations for Tucker Heart, Soul, Mind and Strength Scholarship Due by Oct. 31 Non-Family Mentors Invited to Recommend High School Seniors for Depth of Character, Faith, and Service BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The deadline to nominate a high school senior for Gardner-Webb University’s most prestigious award—the Tucker Heart, Soul, Mind and Strength Scholarship—is Oct. 31. Established by the Tucker family, long-time supporters of the University, this eight-semester full-tuition/room and board […] Office of University Communications | October 19, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Art and Communication Students Exhibit Diverse Talents in Senior Show Annual Event Held on April 15 in Tucker Student Center Written by Michael Harvey, ’21, Public Relations Major BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb University Department of Communication & New Media and the Department of Visual Arts will team up to present the annual Senior Show, as it opens for display on Thursday, April 15, in Tucker […] Office of University Communications | April 13, 2021
News Article Gardner-Webb Selects Second Recipient of Tucker Scholarship Kyndal Jackson, of Gaffney, S.C., Presented the Prestigious Undergraduate Award BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—A high school senior who excels academically and shares her faith enthusiastically is the second recipient of the Tucker Heart, Soul, Mind, and Strength Scholarship at Gardner-Webb University. Kyndal Jackson, of Gaffney, S.C., was honored in a formal presentation of the award on […] Office of University Communications | December 22, 2020
News Article Gardner-Webb Remembers the Life and Legacy of Robert B. Tucker, who Passed Away on Sept. 30 The Generosity of Shoe Show Inc. Co-Founder Helped Transform the University’s Campus BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Robert B. Tucker, a visionary entrepreneur who shared a dream that forever enhanced the Gardner-Webb University campus, passed away on Sept. 30, 2023. A devoted husband, father and businessman, Robert was known for his humble attitude and heart for helping others. […] Office of University Communications | October 2, 2023
