News Article Gardner-Webb to Award Degrees in Spring Commencement Ceremony on May 2 More than 500 Graduates will be Honored for Achievements BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University will host its Spring Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 2, at 7 p.m. in Spangler Stadium. Families and guests will celebrate the achievements of more than 500 students in traditional undergraduate, online, and graduate programs of study. The program will include speeches […] Office of University Communications | April 19, 2024
Bulldog Profile Bethany Welch ’13 GWU Alumna travels the state promoting N.C. ports in Wilmington and Morehead City “As a student, I enjoyed the connections I could make with my coaches, classmates, professors and faculty members. You’re not going to receive that level of connection just anywhere. During my time at Gardner-Webb, I felt as if I really grew into […] Office of University Communications | August 1, 2020
News Article Save the Date: Gardner-Webb’s Ninth Annual Double Dawg Day is April 11 Donors Have Matching Opportunities to Double Their Impact BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University’s annual Double Dawg Day is celebrating its ninth year on April 11. The campus community—along with alumni, friends, and longtime supporters—have an opportunity to surpass last year’s giving and score a record-breaking total for the ninth year in a row. Assistant Director of […] Office of University Communications | March 8, 2024
News Article Through Campus Ministries United, Students Connect and Serve Others Opportunities Include Bible Studies and Mission Trips By Isabella Brown, ’24, Intern for University Communications Campus Ministries United (CMU) gives students the opportunity to worship, serve, disciple, pray and fellowship together. The shared vision of its various ministry groups is to promote a passionate and enduring devotion to Christ among the students of Gardner-Webb. Senior […] Office of University Communications | March 6, 2024
News Article Freshman Computer Science Major Celebrates His Heritage Through Poems, Stories and Film Issa Cogdell Appreciates How Gardner-Webb Faculty and Students Inspire Him to Achieve His Goals By Isabella Brown, ’24, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—“Always strive for the greater—for you, and everyone around you,” challenged Issa Cogdell, a freshman computer science major. He appreciates how film, poetry, and literature are used to celebrate his heritage. […] Office of University Communications | February 27, 2024
Bulldog Profile Dewayne Wray ’16 Gardner-Webb Alumnus felt at home on the campus of Gardner-Webb University “I built good relationships with many professors. Mischia Taylor was my marketing teacher and advisor. She was always available to answer my questions and helped me learn the knowledge I needed.” With his outgoing and friendly personality, Dewayne Wray ’16 felt welcome on Gardner-Webb […] Office of University Communications | August 1, 2020
News Article Gardner-Webb Homecoming Queen Encourages Those Around Her to Dream Big Gabby Bailey, ’24, Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.’s Question: ‘What are You Doing for Others?’ By Isabella Brown, ’24, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—“As a black female, I take pride in representing—and even empowering—other females of color. Obstacles will always come, that never means you have to stop pursuing your dreams,” asserted […] Office of University Communications | February 2, 2024
News Article Rivals Gardner-Webb and Charleston Southern Announce North-South BBQ Bowl Winner to Hoist Coveted Hog Trophy and Consume a Barbecue Feast BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University and Charleston Southern University (CSU) announced today (Jan. 31) that the schools’ football programs will continue the Barbecue Bowl tradition started in 2021 with former Big South Conference opponent Campbell University. Beginning this season, the event will be renamed the […] Office of University Communications | January 31, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb University Gospel Choir Shares a Message of Hope, Love and Unity Group Has Been a Part of Campus and Community for Nearly 30 years By Isabella Brown, ’24, Intern for University Communications The Gardner-Webb University Gospel Choir has been an integral part of the university community for nearly three decades. The group was originally named the E. Jerome Scott Gospel Choir. Scott, a former GWU vice […] Office of University Communications | February 1, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb University Welcomes New Head Football Coach Cris Reisert Reisert Promises to Build a Winning Program and Transformative Student Experience BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University welcomed new Head Football Coach Cris Reisert on Thursday, Dec. 14. Students, student-athletes, faculty and staff were joined by alumni, the community and media for the event held in the GW Football Center at Spangler Stadium. Before introducing Reisert, President […] Office of University Communications | December 14, 2023
