News Article L’Mia Littlejohn, ’23, Transferred to Gardner-Webb for Academics and Campus Environment Student-Athlete Appreciates Hands-on Learning and Availability of Professors L’Mia Littlejohn, of Shelby, N.C., transferred to Gardner-Webb in 2021, because after attending a larger university, GWU’s friendly campus felt like home. She said the smaller environment has provided more opportunities to form meaningful relationships with others. Because she transferred from a four-year institution, Littlejohn received a […] Office of University Communications | May 18, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Nursing Alumni, Adjuncts Learned Skills in Classes to Help Ukrainian Refugees Drs. Adam and Marielle Combs Answer Call for Help; Land in the Right Place at the Right Time Drs. Adam and Marielle Combs, of Goldsboro, N.C., recently returned from a trip to help Ukrainian refugees in Romania and Moldova through the anti-human trafficking organization, Exitus. However, for these 2021 alumni of Gardner-Webb University—and adjuncts in […] Office of University Communications | May 17, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Hosts Memorial Day Prayer Service on May 27 N.C. Senator Ted Alexander is Guest Speaker for Event to Remember Fallen Soldiers BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University will observe Memorial Day on Friday, May 27, at 11:30 a.m. with a prayer service in front of E.B. Hamrick Memorial Hall on Quinn Circle. The guest speaker for the program is N.C. District 44 Senator Ted Alexander, […] Office of University Communications | May 17, 2022
Post James Blaine Davis First President, 1928-1930 On Sept. 3, 1928, Boiling Springs Junior College opened for its first session. Prior to this time, it existed only as a high school. Rev. James Blaine Davis, a graduate of Mars Hill College, Wake Forest College, the University of North Carolina and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, had been elected as President. […] Office of University Communications | August 25, 2022
News Article Wake Tech and Gardner-Webb University Officials Announce New Transfer Partnership Wake Tech Students Can Complete Online Bachelor of Science in 10 Programs at GWU BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In a special online ceremony, Wake Tech Community College and Gardner-Webb University signed multiple articulation agreements making it possible for Wake Tech students who earn one of 10 Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees to complete a Bachelor of […] Office of University Communications | May 9, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Alumnus Received Friendship, Opportunities and Support to Manage Autism and Accomplish His Goals Broadcast Journalism Major, Will Braunlich, ’20, Hosts Movie Review Show on Community TV With the education and opportunities he received at Gardner-Webb University, alumnus, Will Braunlich, ’20, does what he loves. He is the host of a movie review show that airs on the local cable TV in Simsbury, Conn., and on YouTube. He also […] Office of University Communications | May 9, 2022
News Article Nine Gardner-Webb Faculty Members Retiring Dr. Tom Jones has Most Years of Service with 42 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—With the end of the 2022 Spring Semester, nine faculty members of Gardner-Webb University are retiring. Dr. Tom Jones has the most years of service with 42, and four others have 20 or more years of service. The retirees are: Ken Baker – […] Office of University Communications | May 6, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Awards Degrees in Spring Commencement Ceremonies on May 6 and 7 More than 500 Graduates Honored with Traditional Ceremony and Separate Recognition Events BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Officials at Gardner-Webb University hosted commencement activities on May 6 and 7. Power 5 Basketball Coach Chris Holtmann was the guest speaker for Friday’s ceremony held in the Paul Porter Arena in Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. More than 500 graduates were honored […] Office of University Communications | May 10, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb and Isothermal Team up for Student Success Institutions’ Officials Sign Transfer Agreements in Three Areas BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Attending Gardner-Webb University just got easier for Isothermal Community College students. Gardner-Webb and Isothermal officials signed agreements Wednesday, May 4, to establish the Bulldog Bound and Bulldog Way programs. Another agreement, which creates a simple pipeline for Isothermal nursing students to further their education at […] Office of University Communications | May 5, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb and Cleveland Community College Sign Transfer Agreement for Exercise Science Program Simplifies Process for CCC Students to Complete Bachelor’s Degree at GWU BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Officials at Gardner-Webb University and Cleveland Community College (CCC) in Shelby, N.C., recently signed an agreement to establish a transfer admission promise program for CCC students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in exercise science in the Traditional Undergraduate Program […] Office of University Communications | May 5, 2022
