News Article Gardner-Webb Now Offers Computer Science Concentration in Cybersecurity Industry Estimates 3.5 Million New Positions in the Next Five Years Fully-Online Option Begins in 2023 Spring Semester for Students in the Degree Completion Program BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In response to industry needs, Gardner-Webb University now offers a cybersecurity concentration with its Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science. The curriculum prepares graduates to succeed […] Office of University Communications | September 8, 2022
News Article GWU Football Sendoff Planned for Friday at 12:15 p.m. Wear Red, Black and Runnin’ Bulldog Gear and Meet in Parking Lot of Spangler Stadium BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb football hits the road on Friday, Sept. 9, for the game against Coastal Carolina in Conway, S.C. Everyone is invited to attend a Football Sendoff at 12:15 p.m. to show their support for the team. Wear red, […] Office of University Communications | September 8, 2022
News Article Celebrating Alumni: Lt. Col. Jim Davidson Two-Time Gardner-Webb Graduate Named State Chaplain for South Carolina National Guard BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Students are the focus of Gardner-Webb University’s mission. Faculty members seek to engage students with unique, experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for their next steps. Whether they choose to begin a career or accept the academic challenges of graduate school, students […] Office of University Communications | September 12, 2022
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 […] Office of University Communications | September 7, 2022
News Article String Workshop by Grammy Award-Winners Mark and Maggie O’Connor will be held on Jan. 28 Includes Masterclasses, Method Classes, Orchestra Jam and Short Recital by O’Connors BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Grammy award-winning violinists Mark and Maggie O’Connor return to Gardner-Webb University on Jan. 28, 2023, for a string workshop. Hosted by the GWU Department of Music, the event will be held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Stewart Hall, Tucker Student Center, […] Office of University Communications | January 20, 2023
News Article Gardner-Webb Online to Launch 8-Week Terms for Degree Completion Programs Beginning in 2023 Fall Semester, New Format Allows Students to Complete Degrees in Shorter Time Frame BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University Online is launching eight-week terms for its undergraduate Degree Completion Programs. The new format delivers the same quality accredited education in redesigned courses that streamline content. This new schedule is set to begin in the […] Office of University Communications | September 6, 2022
News Article Celebrating Alumni – Jon-Eric Sullivan 2000 Graduate Promoted to Vice President of Player Personnel for NFL’s Green Bay Packers BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Students are the focus of Gardner-Webb University’s mission. Faculty members seek to engage students with unique, experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for their next steps. Whether they choose to begin a career or accept the academic challenges of […] Office of University Communications | August 31, 2022
News Article Nichole Ijames Wins Gravett Citizen Scholar Award for Her Dissertation on Resiliency of Black Female Principals Research Identifies Ways to Support and Amplify These Voices in Leadership During her 25 years in public education—12 as an administrator—Dr. Nichole Ijames has relied on her own resiliency and witnessed that trait in her colleagues. Intrigued by these strong and confident women, Ijames chose to interview Black women principals and study their resiliency for […] Office of University Communications | August 31, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Ranked Nationally as a Top Five Private College in North Carolina Washington Monthly Recognizes Schools for Social Mobility, Research and Public Service BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In its 2022 National University Rankings, Washington Monthly placed Gardner-Webb University in the top five among private colleges in North Carolina. GWU was ranked above Campbell (N.C.), Liberty University (Va.), Tulane (La.), Robert Morris (Penn.), Baylor (Texas) and Southern Methodist (Texas). This […] Office of University Communications | August 30, 2022
News Article For Dr. Jonathan Ahearn, Teaching at Gardner-Webb is ‘More Than Just a Job’ Assistant Professor of Exercise Science is Back at His Alma Mater Eight months after Assistant Professor of Exercise Science Dr. Jonathan Ahearn fought back tears to write his resignation letter to Gardner-Webb University, he’s back at his alma mater. “I came back to Gardner-Webb, because It’s more than just a job,” Ahearn asserted. “It’s always […] Office of University Communications | August 29, 2022
