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    Gardner-Webb Offers Boiling Springs Fire Department Training Opportunity on June 30

    Controlled Burn at Former Hardee’s Building will Clear the Way for Redevelopment BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Boiling Springs Fire Department will conduct a series of training exercises over the next few days at the former Hardee’s location, 206 S. Main St. The event will conclude with a controlled burn on June 30 that will interrupt traffic flow […]

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    Gardner-Webb Officials Announce Academic Reorganization and Name Changes

    Restructuring Follows Well-Established Pattern in Higher Education BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University officials have announced an academic reorganization to provide symmetry across academic divisions. The restructuring, which begins Aug. 1, follows a well-established pattern in higher education and also includes changes to administrative titles, such as deans leading colleges, directors over schools, and chairs of academic […]

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    Science Academy

    Five-day summer camp Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20, 2025 Science Academy is an exciting five-day summer camp that equips students interested in science careers. The camp provides numerous hands-on activities in a university laboratory from a variety of scientific disciplines (molecular biology, human physiology, exercise science and forensic science), visits to numerous local […]

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    Philosophy

    What can I do with a Major in Philosophy? Social/Community Services Job Types Research Fund Raising Counseling Volunteer Coordination Grant Writing Administration Employers Nonprofit organizations Social service organizations Public interest research groups Museums Mental health agencies Strategies Develop excellent verbal and written communication skills. Gain related work experience. Volunteer in relevant organizations. Obtain master’s degree […]

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    New Employees

    We’re glad you’re here! Please tell us more about yourself and schedule a photo headshot by using the links provided on the right. New Employees April 21, 2025 New Staff • Shannon Hovis serves as the director of Alumni and Parent Relations, bringing with her a strong background in leadership, relationship-building, and community engagement. For […]

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    Graduate Advising

    Graduate Student Advising is provided by a faculty advisor in the student’s field of study (usually the program director/coordinator) who is assigned to each student on acceptance into the program. Deans/Chairs of schools/departments function as secondary advisors to every student, and additional assistance is provided on an as-needed basis by staff members of the Graduate […]

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    Designated Credit Bearing Courses

    Specific courses have been designated in certain academic departments to fulfill the PRE requirement. PRE designated classes are listed in the academic catalog by each course description and the PRE student application. What the PRE Looks for Students should check major-specific requirements such as prerequisite coursework to ensure these specific criteria are met prior to […]

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    Summer Programs

    Science Academy Science Academy is an exciting five-day summer camp that equips students interested in science careers. The camp provides numerous hands-on activities in a university laboratory from a variety of scientific disciplines, visits to numerous local science-related businesses as well as interactions with various university departments. Students interested in pursuing a degree or career […]

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    Enrichment Programs

    More than a mission statement, a daily reality at GWU. Academic excellence is a primary concern within Gardner-Webb’s mission, and the University is not short on the ways that mission becomes a reality. From inspiring academic excellence and global engagement to nurturing socially responsible and professionally prepared students, our commitment to excellence is the throughline […]

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    Gardner-Webb Hires New Faculty in Education, Arts and Sciences, and Health Sciences

    New Assistant Professors and Visiting Instructor Bring Experience in Research and Teaching BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Karen D’Ambrogi Aubrey has announced the hiring of new faculty for the Colleges of Education, Arts and Sciences and Health Sciences. These experienced educators and researchers bring a wealth of knowledge […]

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