Page Summer Mission Trips Summer 2026 Our team will partner with the SCORE Missionaries in Argentina. Opportunities to serve include: English as a second language gatherings with high school and university students. Partnering with the local church outreach events for students. We will work with a local children’s community center (Tu Arcoiris). We will host a kid’s club for […]
Page Dining Services & Locations Gardner-Webb has several great on-campus dining options to choose from. Two of our meal plans provide unlimited daily access to The Cafe or you may use the flex points included with your meal plan at Starbucks, Chick-fil-A or the restaurants within the Tucker Food Court. 2025-2026 Meal Plans Meal Plan Student Price Number of Meals […]
News Article Gardner-Webb Ignite Scholar Ja’Kayla Alexander Embodies Excellence in Nursing and Service Alexander Pursues Her Calling with Faith as Her Foundation and a Heart for Helping To our readers: In celebration of 60 years of nursing education at GWU, which began in August 1965, HSON highlights some of its students who are preparing to serve in the field. Learn more here. BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—When Ja’Kayla Alexander, of […] Office of University Communications | October 14, 2025
Post New Dining Website We’re excited to announce the launch of our new dining website, your go-to destination for everything related to campus dining at Gardner-Webb University! Here’s what’s new: Streamlined Navigation – Enjoy a cleaner, faster, and more intuitive browsing experience. Customized Events Page – Stay informed about upcoming dining events, themed meals, and special campus promotions. Seamless […] Office of University Communications | October 3, 2025
News Article Gardner-Webb Swimming Releases Upcoming 2025-26 Meet Schedule Runnin’ Bulldogs Compete in Eight Events with Two at Home in Bost Pool BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Head Coach Mike Blum and the Gardner-Webb University swimming team have announced the upcoming 2025-26 meet schedule, featuring eight events for the Runnin’ Bulldogs across the region, including a pair at Bost Pool and a trip to the ASUN Championships […] Office of University Communications | August 4, 2025
Page Presidential Search Profile GWU Inviting Applications and Nominations for President Gardner-Webb University, a private, Christian liberal arts institution located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, seeks an experienced, innovative, visionary, strategic leader with a passion and enthusiasm for student-centered, Christian liberal arts education to serve as the University’s 14th President. The Opportunity The President serves as the Chief Executive […]
News Article Tickets Available Now for 2025 High School Football Jamboree at Gardner-Webb’s Spangler Stadium Annual Event Showcases Cleveland County Teams Competing Against Charlotte Area Schools BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Cleveland County Schools recently announced that the 2025 High School Football Jamboree will return to Gardner-Webb’s Spangler Stadium. The University is excited to welcome back high school football and fans to the campus on Friday, Aug. 8. Cleveland County Schools is proud […] Office of University Communications | July 21, 2025
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 […] Office of University Communications | April 30, 2025
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 […] Office of University Communications | April 15, 2025
