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    Gardner-Webb Basketball Hosts Bulldog Madness

    Join us on Oct. 20 for the Fun BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.–Gardner-Webb’s basketball teams will host their 2022 Bulldog Madness event on Thursday, October 20 at 6:00 pm in Paul Porter Arena. Doors open to the public at 5:30 pm and admission is free. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free team poster […]

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    Advent Devotion: Day 25

    Wednesday, December 21 Genesis 37:2-11; Matthew 1:1-17 I am a fan of the documentary series on PBS, Finding Your Roots, produced and hosted by American literary critic, professor, historian, and film maker Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. Every Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. I enjoy ancestral stories of fascinating people. Some of my favorite personalities over the […]

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    Fulbright Scholar Eloisa Sofia Puello Cabeza Shares Her Hispanic Culture and Heritage

    Former Teacher Assistant Returns to Gardner-Webb to Earn Her Master’s Eloisa Sofia Puello Cabeza, a native of Cartagena, Colombia, is intentional about sharing her Hispanic culture and heritage with her friends. The annual celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) gives her even more opportunities to talk about her home and its people. […]

    Eloisa Sofia Puello Cabeza, second from left, poses with other International students during a Spanish Language Day celebration held during the Spring 2022 semester. From left are, Elise Semmartin, tennis player, undergrad student from France; Felipe Vélez, soccer team, grad student from Colombia; Lucía Berberena, 2021-2022 Spanish TA, from Uruguay; and Daniela Naupari, tennis alum, from Perú.
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    Celebrating Alumni: Lt. Col. Jim Davidson

    Two-Time Gardner-Webb Graduate Named State Chaplain for South Carolina National Guard BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Students are the focus of Gardner-Webb University’s mission. Faculty members seek to engage students with unique, experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for their next steps. Whether they choose to begin a career or accept the academic challenges of graduate school, students […]

    The South Carolina National Guard held a changing of the stole ceremony at the Adjutant General Complex auditorium, Columbia, South Carolina, July 9, 2022. U.S. Army Chaplain (Col.) Norris Darden, Jr., South Carolina National Guard senior state chaplain, passed the stole to incoming chaplain, U.S. Army Chaplain (Lt. Col.) James Davidson, South Carolina National Guard. The transferring of the stole is similar to the passing of a unit's guidon during a change of command ceremony. The changing of the stole demonstrates the responsibility for spiritual leadership and pastoral care passing from one chaplain to another. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Brian Calhoun, South Carolina National Guard)
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    For Dr. Jonathan Ahearn, Teaching at Gardner-Webb is ‘More Than Just a Job’

    Assistant Professor of Exercise Science is Back at His Alma Mater Eight months after Assistant Professor of Exercise Science Dr. Jonathan Ahearn fought back tears to write his resignation letter to Gardner-Webb University, he’s back at his alma mater. “I came back to Gardner-Webb, because It’s more than just a job,” Ahearn asserted. “It’s always […]

    Dr. Jonathan Ahearn, center, works with two students at the exercise science indoor walking track.
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    Gardner-Webb Offers Early Admission Advantage for Fall 2023

    Students Who Complete Required Checklist Items by Jan. 25, 2023, will Receive Additional Benefits BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—College-bound students, who are ready to join the Runnin’ Bulldog family at Gardner-Webb University, now have the Early Admission Advantage option for Fall 2023. Students who choose this option and meet all the qualifications and deadlines will be accepted […]

    A group of students at the Freshmen Bash
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    Dr. Elizabeth Amato Receives Gardner-Webb’s Excellence in Teaching Award

    Associate Professor Exemplifies the University’s Mission and Motto, ‘pro Deo et Humanitate’ BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Karen Aubrey recently recognized the winners of the faculty awards for 2021-22. Dr. Elizabeth Amato received the Excellence in Teaching Award. This honor is presented each year to an exceptional faculty member with […]

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    National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum Unveils GW Mascot Bo Bobblehead

    Special Edition, Representing Bo as a Puppy, Celebrates Anniversary of Bo Becoming the Live Mascot BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has unveiled the first officially licensed, limited-edition bobblehead of Bo, Gardner-Webb University’s official live mascot, who began his service on Aug, 26, 2021. The bobblehead’s release celebrates the one-year anniversary […]

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    GW’s Nate Anderson Motivated by ‘Can’t Be Beat’ Attitude

    Perseverance, Patience and Hard Work Lead to Division I Opportunity BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Prospective student-athletes can face discouragement, frustration, and uncertainty about their future at a school when their name is not listed on the Division I (DI) roster. Others may even consider transferring to another school; yet at Gardner-Webb, one option paves the way to […]

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    Gardner-Webb is Only N.C. School Recognized as a Christian College of Distinction

    National College Guide Honors The University for its Dynamic Community Dedicated to Spiritual Growth BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Colleges of Distinction, a unique guide for college-bound students, has recognized Gardner-Webb for its commitment to encourage and challenge undergraduate students in their Christian growth. The University is the only North Carolina school to receive designation as a 2022-2023 […]

    students participate in the worship at Gardner-Webb