News Article Celebrating Alumnae: Dr. Kaylan Kelsey Jackson and Taylor Dodson Department of Natural Sciences Recognizes Accomplishments of Chemistry Graduates 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 are equipped […] Office of University Communications | August 17, 2022
News Article Trevor Wester, ’24, Takes Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldog Around the Track Honors Marketing Major Drives Legend Cars in Charlotte, N.C., and Elsewhere Gardner-Webb sophomore Trevor Wester is the first race car driver to welcome aboard the Runnin’ Bulldog logo in multiple events. Driver of the No. 8 Legend Car in the Cook Out Summer Shootout series at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway, Wester finished fifth in points […] Office of University Communications | October 17, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Alum Hits for Elusive Home Run Cycle Chandler Redmond’s Cycle is Only the Second of its Kind in Minor League Baseball History Courtesy of GWUSports.com BOILING SPRINGS – The most prolific home run artist in Gardner-Webb history slugged his way into baseball lore Wednesday, Aug. 10. Chandler Redmond, ’19, hit for the elusive home run cycle. The Middleton, Md., native is playing […] Office of University Communications | August 11, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Sets New Records with Global Footprint of over 100 International Students from More Than 40 Countries Students Bring the World and Rich Diverse Cultures to Campus and Community BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—For the 2022 Fall Semester at Gardner-Webb, the student population includes 108 international students, the highest on record. According to the Office of International Student Services, they represent 45 countries on six continents. With a history of recruiting student-athletes from around […] Office of University Communications | August 11, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Celebrates Title IX 50th Anniversary Recognizing Top Women Athletes, Kat Ayotte and Kathy Smith Brooks To our readers: In 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments was signed into law by President Richard Nixon. In a year-long celebration of the law’s 50th anniversary, Gardner-Webb will recognize its individual pioneers and trailblazers, women influencers and administrators, and honor several teams and […] Office of University Communications | August 11, 2022
News Article Mecklenburg County Students at Gardner-Webb Increase by 200% for Fall 2022 Piedmont Promise Gives Eligible Mecklenburg Students 50% Off Tuition BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University faculty and staff are excited to welcome a significant number of Mecklenburg County, N.C., students to campus for the 2022 Fall Semester. Incoming students from the state’s second-most populous county have increased by 200% this year. These students and families are taking […] Office of University Communications | August 9, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Hires Department Chairs for Music, and Communication, Art & Design Dr. Aaron Rice and Dr. Kortni Alston Bring Wealth of Experience in Their Fields BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Karen Aubrey has announced the addition of two new administrative positions in the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Kortni Alston, of Gastonia, N.C., will serve as chair of […] Office of University Communications | August 4, 2022
News Article GW’s Nate Anderson Motivated by ‘Can’t Be Beat’ Attitude Perseverance, Patience and Hard Work Lead to Division I Opportunity BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Prospective student-athletes can face discouragement, frustration, and uncertainty about their future at a school when their name is not listed on the Division I (DI) roster. Others may even consider transferring to another school; yet at Gardner-Webb, one option paves the way to […] Office of University Communications | August 3, 2022
News Article Church-Related Scholarships for Gardner-Webb Students Soar to New High Church-Matching and Minister’s Dependent Scholarships Enhance Relationships BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In 2019, Gardner-Webb officials pledged to strengthen ties to Christian churches and announced a significant expansion to two scholarship programs: The Church-Matching Scholarship and the Minister’s Dependent Scholarship. That year, zero students received the Church-Matching and only 14 received $13,500 from the Minister’s Dependent. Since then, […] Office of University Communications | August 2, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb is Only N.C. School Recognized as a Christian College of Distinction National College Guide Honors The University for its Dynamic Community Dedicated to Spiritual Growth BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Colleges of Distinction, a unique guide for college-bound students, has recognized Gardner-Webb for its commitment to encourage and challenge undergraduate students in their Christian growth. The University is the only North Carolina school to receive designation as a 2022-2023 […] Office of University Communications | August 2, 2022
