News Article Shannon Hovis Named Director of Alumni and Parent Relations at Gardner-Webb University Alumna will Focus on Building Relationships Through Opportunities for Engagement and Support BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb 1995 alumna Shannon Hovis has been named the University’s director of Alumni and Parent Relations. In this new position, she will create and execute strategies to foster meaningful, enduring relationships with alumni and parents. Hovis reports directly to the interim […] Gardner-Webb University | April 30, 2025
Bulldog Profile Brian G. Chilton ’11 Degree in Religious Studies and Philosophy gave GWU alumnus foundation for graduate school “Dr. Perry Hildreth was my professor of philosophy and spiritual formation. I still use the information he gave us as I progress in my academic and ministerial careers.” Several years before he came to Gardner-Webb University, Brian G. Chilton experienced doubt about […] Gardner-Webb University | August 4, 2020
Page 14th President Search About the Search Gardner-Webb University has begun the process of selecting its 14th President. Following the departure of Dr. William M. Downs in February 2025, the University is committed to a transparent and thoughtful search process guided by faith, shared values, and community input. The Presidential Search Committee—comprised of faculty, staff, students, trustees, alumni and […]
News Article Shaping the Future: Ignite Scholar Annali Silver Seeks to Inspire Rural Students Through History Gardner-Webb Senior Prepares to Teach and Lead, Honoring Her Roots and Passion for Education By Makella Knowles, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Annali Silver has been surrounded by all things Gardner-Webb since she was a youngster. Now, as a senior history education major, she praises the program and how it has allowed her to […] Gardner-Webb University | April 15, 2025
Page Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy The Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy will extend your understanding of religion and culture through Biblical study and analysis, develop your research and critical thinking skills, and prepare you for ministry and service careers. Your professors will challenge you to examine many points of view within the world around you, while a number of […]
News Article Gardner-Webb Women’s Basketball Team Lands Several Big South Postseason Honors Including Player of the Year for Ashley Hawkins Other Honors Go to Elle Blatchford, Kendall Scott and Elze Motekaityte BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team has landed several postseason awards per release from the league office, with senior guard Ashley Hawkins being named the 2024-25 Big South Player of The Year. Hawkins posted a brilliant 2024-25 season for the Runnin’ Bulldogs, […] Gardner-Webb University | March 4, 2025
News Article Gardner-Webb Ready for Big South Championship Battle in Johnson City Freedom Hall Civic Center hosts five-day tournament as Runnin’ Bulldogs prepare for tough matchups BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb men’s and women’s basketball teams are ready to take the court in the 2025 Hercules Tires Big South Basketball Championships, set to take place March 5-9 at Freedom Hall Civic Center in Johnson City, Tenn. Both teams […] Gardner-Webb University | March 3, 2025
Page Spring 2025 Commencement Gardner-Webb University is pleased to announce over 400 students will receive degrees during fall commencement exercises held on May 8, 2025. Students earned associates, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees from a variety of university programs. The University salutes these students and congratulates them for their significant achievements in higher education. Commencement Video Commencement Photos How […]
News Article Families Invited to Experience Gardner-Webb Campus on Spring Family Weekend Feb. 21-23 Various Free Activities Planned; Registration Required for Bingo, Game Show, and Senior Pinning By Chloe Cloutier, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Family weekend is an opportunity for families to experience their students’ home at Gardner-Webb. This semester’s event is full of activities happening on campus at 110 S. Main St. In addition to special […] Gardner-Webb University | February 4, 2025
News Article A Seat at the Table: Gardner-Webb Alumnus Keon Williams Jr. Opens Restaurant with a Mission ‘The Sole Purpose of Tacos4life is to End Starvation Around the World’ BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—After a decade of helping his bank customers invest their money, Keon Williams Jr. decided it was time to pursue his entrepreneurial dream. The 2014 alumnus of Gardner-Webb University recently hosted the grand opening of his new restaurant, Tacos4Life, in Charlotte, […] Gardner-Webb University | February 4, 2025
