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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 […]

    Weather Schedule Update
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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 […]

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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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    October is Emotional Wellness Month: Tips for Dealing with Stress

    Gardner-Webb University Counseling Services Hosts Depression Screening Day, Other Activities BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—For the last 17 years, October has been recognized as Emotional Wellness Month. Emotional wellness is defined by the National Center for Emotional Wellness as an awareness, understanding and acceptance of your feelings, and your ability to manage effectively through challenges and change. […]

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    Minor in Christian History

    Engage the people, events, ideas, and factors that propelled Christianity from a persecuted, minority religion to a major global force, while deepening your understanding of your faith and practice. Curriculum What You’ll Learn Christian History students will explore the fascinating 2000-year story of Christianity. The early centuries, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, the unique expressions […]

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    Stephen “Phil” Watkins

    Stephen “Phil” Watkins is a new waste technician in Facilities and Maintenance. He was previously employed by Rutherford Hospital, Milliken, AFA Corp., Williams Electric and Dan River. He has a degree in criminal justice and a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). He enjoys camping, race track events and hunting.

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    Community Update: Statewide Curfew, Current Data and Vaccinations

    The Gardner-Webb family is staying strong as we near the end of February. Our numbers are down this week on campus and that’s because you’re doing your part! Mask on, hands washed and keeping a safe social distance. Let’s stay together and strong through the spring, Bulldogs! Current Data As of today, February 19, Gardner-Webb […]

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    In 1961, Gardner-Webb was Ready for Transition to Senior College Status

    University’s Eighth President, Dr. E. Eugene Poston, Led the Effort The push for Gardner-Webb College to achieve accreditation as a senior college began in 1961, shortly after Dr. E. Eugene Poston was named the college’s eighth president. Poston  introduced his 10-year plan for growth that included transitioning to four-year status by 1971. Here’s a look […]

    The GWU logo in 1961 and today's logo
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    Changes to Academic Calendar and Current Status Update

    Christmas Break and Campus Return As we get ready for the end of the fall semester and the Christmas holiday, there are changes to the Spring 2021 schedule that affect your return to campus. The first day of classes on campus will be moved out by a week. Instead of campus classes starting Wednesday, January […]