• News Article

    Save the Date: Gardner-Webb’s Ninth Annual Double Dawg Day is April 11

    Donors Have Matching Opportunities to Double Their Impact BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University’s annual Double Dawg Day is celebrating its ninth year on April 11. The campus community—along with alumni, friends, and longtime supporters—have an opportunity to surpass last year’s giving and score a record-breaking total for the ninth year in a row. Assistant Director of […]

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    Collin Helms ’15

    Gardner-Webb Alumnus Wants to help students achieve academic and personal success “The excellent liberal arts education I received has helped me transition into the working world. I feel comfortable managing multiple projects at once, and I feel as though I can provide a unique perspective and opinions about the future of higher education thanks to […]

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    Gardner-Webb Women’s History Month Activities Celebrate Contributions of Women in Business, Science, Art and Health 

    Activities Planned Throughout the Month Spotlight Women Leaders in Community and Region BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Women’s History Month celebrates and recognizes the achievements of women in a variety of fields across the United States and globally. Gardner-Webb University’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion has several events planned throughout the month of March to highlight women who […]

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    Gardner-Webb Lacrosse Begins 10th Season on Feb. 11 in Spangler Stadium

    Head Coach Kathleen Mirgon Crum Strives to Build a Championship Culture for the Team BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb Lacrosse begins its 10th season on Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. as the team hosts Vermont in Spangler Stadium for the season opener. Head Coach Kathleen Mirgon Crum and her new coaching staff — Assistant Coach Annie Dombrowski […]

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    Gardner-Webb Faculty Recognized with Awards

    Administration Presents Honors for Excellence in the Classroom, Service, Mentorship and Scholarship BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—At the recent Fall Faculty Assembly, Gardner-Webb University administrators honored faculty members with various awards. Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs presented the 2022-2023 Excellence in Teaching award to Associate Professor of Nursing Dr. Yvonne Smith. Provost and Vice President for […]

  • Program

    Master of Divinity/Master of Arts in Religion

    The Master of Divinity/Master of Arts in Religion dual degree program will offer you a broad and rich context from which to do ministry. The MDiv/MA in Religion is designed to provide Divinity students with advanced research skills by permitting them to earn a second degree, the MA in Religion. This degree provides students with […]

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    Gardner-Webb to Take on Charleston Southern Friday at 3 p.m. with Big South Tourney in Sight

    Fans are Invited to Join in the Action and Meet at Moss Stadium for Just $1 Entry BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – Gardner-Webb and Charleston Southern will meet again at the mound on Friday afternoon.  First pitch is set for 3 p.m. (ESPN+) on Bill Masters Field located at John Henry Moss Stadium. Fans are encouraged to […]

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    Gardner-Webb Commencement Programs on May 4-5 will Recognize Over 500 Graduates

    Former N.C. Secretary of Commerce Sharon Decker is Speaker for All University Program on Thursday, May 4 College and School Recognition Events Held on Friday, May 5 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University academic officials are pleased to announce over 500 students will receive degrees during spring commencement exercises held on May 4 and 5. Students will […]

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    Gardner-Webb Presidents Switch Places for One Day

    SGA President Attends Meetings While GWU President Goes to Class and Student Activities BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Recently, Gardner-Webb University’s two presidents tested the idiom, “Walk a mile in my shoes.” Senior Blake Elizalde, Student Government Association (SGA) President and GWU President Dr. William M. Downs switched places for a day. Downs started the President Switch Day […]

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    Gardner-Webb Introduces New Head Women’s Basketball Coach Scott Merritt at May 2 Event

    New Coach is Experienced Player, Teacher, Recruiter and Leader BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb announced April 22 that Scott Merritt is the University’s next head women’s basketball coach. He will be introduced to the campus and community on May 2 at 2 p.m. in Stewart Hall, Tucker Student Center. “I am excited to welcome Scott Merritt as […]