News Article ‘Freadom Reads’ at Gardner-Webb’s Dover Library Explores Film Censorship Movie Critics and GWU Alumni, Noel T. Manning II and Thomas Manning, Discuss Boycotts, Bans and Barricades BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—At the next “Freadom Reads,” program, film critics and Gardner-Webb alumni, Noel T. Manning II and his son, Thomas Manning, invite the audience to “Dive into the Captivating World of Film: Boycotts, Bans, & Barricades.” Their […] Gardner-Webb University | January 30, 2025
Bulldog Profile Keanna Caldwell ’16 Completes two terms with AmeriCorps “If you are looking for somewhere you can grow spiritually and have meaningful and impactful bonds, Gardner-Webb is the place to find it.” Keanna Caldwell, a 2016 alumna of Gardner-Webb University, was raised by a single mother who taught her the value of serving others and the importance of community. […] Gardner-Webb University | August 4, 2020
News Article Director of GWU Bands Dr. Sarah Fabian Seeks to Engage and Inspire Music Students Assistant Professor Receives Faculty Rising Star Award for Excellence in Scholarship, Teaching and Service By Avery Copeland, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Through her enthusiasm and engaging personality, Dr. Sarah Fabian, director of Gardner-Webb University Bands and assistant professor of music, has tremendously grown the music program. From recruitment efforts at the local high […] Gardner-Webb University | January 8, 2025
News Article From Farm to Future: Ella Simonds’ Path to Veterinary Medicine Gardner-Webb Senior Prepares to Bring Care and Compassion to Large Animals BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Growing up on a small farm in Gaston County, N.C., Ella Simonds, a senior at Gardner-Webb University, knows firsthand the need for large animal veterinarians in her community. For as long as she remembers, her goal has been to become a veterinarian […] Gardner-Webb University | December 12, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb Collegiate National Association for Music Education Chapter Receives State Honors Chapter Recognized with Only Excellence Award Given; Two Students Honored with Scholarships and Another Elected to Executive Council BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb Collegiate NAfME (National Association for Music Education) received the statewide Chapter of Excellence award at the North Carolina Music Educators Conference (NCMEA) in Winston-Salem, N.C., in November. They were the only chapter in […] Gardner-Webb University | December 10, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb Celebrates Contributions of Visionary Leaders on Founders Day, Dec. 5 This Year’s Event Honors Nursing Pioneer Dr. Shirley P. Toney and Legacy of the Dr. S.S. Royster Family; Bost Gymnasium Receives Historical Marker BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—On Dec. 2, 1905, the first Boiling Springs High School Board of Trustees signed the school’s official charter. Through their support and the dedication of other community, state and religious […] Gardner-Webb University | November 20, 2024
News Article Destined for the Medical Field: Ignite Scholar Benjamin Rogers Pursues Academic Goals Gardner-Webb Junior Biochemistry Major Involved in Various Groups, Activities on Campus By Makella Knowles, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Ignite Scholar Benjamin Rogers, a junior at Gardner-Webb University, has known since he was young that he was destined for the medical field. As a winner of the Ignite Scholarship, Rogers begins his academic journey […] Gardner-Webb University | November 20, 2024
News Article Pursuing Her Call: Morgan Curtis Strives to Educate Caring and Compassionate Nurses Gardner-Webb Alumna Fully Confident and Prepared by Hunt School of Nursing Faculty BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—As an undergraduate student in the Hunt School of Nursing, Morgan Curtis was already familiar with the high quality, student-centered programs offered by Gardner-Webb University. She knew the nursing faculty to be caring educators and expertly skilled in holistic nursing practice. […] Gardner-Webb University | November 4, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb University Hosts National Advocate for Faith Freedom on Oct. 22 Executive Director for the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty Amanda Tyler Featured Speaker for Mary Washburn Wilson Lecture Series BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Amanda Tyler, the executive director for the Baptist Joint Committee (BJC) for Religious Liberty will be the featured speaker for the Gardner-Webb University School of Divinity’s Mary Washburn Wilson Lecture Series. The free […] Gardner-Webb University | October 10, 2024
News Article Gardner-Webb Concert Choir Selected to Perform at Conference for N.C. Choral Directors Vocal Group is One of Four Chosen to Attend State’s Largest Annual Gathering BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Since Dr. Joshua Cheney, Gardner-Webb assistant professor of music and director of choral activities, arrived on the University campus in 2020, he has challenged himself and his students to consistently strive for improvement. He’s also given the Concert Choir an […] Gardner-Webb University | September 17, 2024
