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    Gardner-Webb University Celebrates Title IX 50th Anniversary

    Etta Curtis and Dee ‘Doc Hunt’ Were Caring and Influential Campus Leaders  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 […]

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    GWU Alumnus Gets Boost in his Career from NASCAR Hall-of-Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr.

    Broadcasting and Sim Racing Gives Blake McCandless, ’17 and ’20, Chance to Race for Real “Every role no matter how small is important to the common goal”—this is the mantra that Blake McCandless lives by. While building his talents as a broadcaster, the two-time alumnus of Gardner-Webb University has taken every opportunity to learn. He […]

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    Gardner-Webb’s Zack Byers Advances to NCAA Championship with Strong Finish in Palm Beach Regional

    Tournament Begins May 27 in Scottsdale, Ariz., at Grayhawk Golf Club Courtesy of GWUSports.com PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. – Gardner-Webb senior Zack Byers qualified for the upcoming NCAA Championship next week with a final round of 71 on Wednesday, May 18, at the Palm Beach Regional. The Shelby, N.C., native continued his sensational week, closing […]

    Zack Byers receives a congratulatory hug from Coach Tee Burton
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    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 […]

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    Gardner-Webb Campus Celebrates Black History Month with Several Programs

    Events Follow 2022 National Theme: Black Health and Wellness BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb University campus is celebrating Black History Month with a variety of programs in February. The 2022 National Theme: Black Health and Wellness will also be the focus of GWU programs, including two film showings and a panel discussion. Dr. Lorell Gordon, GWU […]

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    Weather Update: 2 Hour Delay

    Delayed Opening January 18 Gardner-Webb University will operate on a two-hour delay the morning of Tuesday, January 18, 2022. Campus classes and events will begin at 10:00 a.m. If you have questions, please contact your instructors. Dimensions is cancelled tomorrow the 18th.  The cafeteria will be open for breakfast at 9am and will resume normal […]

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    Dr. Sarah Fabian

    Dr. Sarah Fabian is the Director of Bands and an Assistant Professor of Music at Gardner-Webb University. Among her duties, she directs the Gardner-Webb Symphonic Band, The Marching Bulldogs and GWU Pep Band, in addition to teaching music education courses.  A passionate advocate for music education at all levels, Dr. Fabian is internationally recognized as a […]

    Sarah Fabian
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    Gardner-Webb University Honors Graduates During Fall Commencement on Dec. 11

    Events Celebrate Conferring of Over 360 Degrees BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University awarded over 360 degrees during the 2021 Fall Commencement Exercises on Saturday, Dec. 11. The ceremony was held in the Paul Porter Arena of the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center, located on the campus of Gardner-Webb University. The event commemorated the achievements of students in traditional […]

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    Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

    Their mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. FBLA has chapters across the country, and even have chapters globally, that participate in competitive events on the Local, State, and National Level. If you’re majoring in business, a business relative field or planning a career […]

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    Gardner-Webb Looks Into Adding Transportation Service

    System could connect Shelby and Boiling Springs By Latrice Williams, Star Reporter Gardner-Webb University is exploring the option of adding a transportation system to bus students who commute from Shelby to Boiling Springs. President William Downs said students have expressed a need for reliable transportation not only to school, but to places like Walmart, where […]

    students walking across campus