News Article Gardner-Webb Presidents Switch Places for the Day While Student Government President Jada Newton Attends Meetings, President William Downs Goes to Class BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—This week, Gardner-Webb University had a new president for eight hours. Student Government Association President Jada Newton, a senior, traded places with GWU President William Downs for the day. “I did this ‘trading places’ exercise at my former university, […] Gardner-Webb University | April 5, 2022
News Article Gardner-Webb Presidents Switch Places for One Day SGA President Attends Meetings While GWU President Goes to Class and Student Activities BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Recently, Gardner-Webb University’s two presidents tested the idiom, “Walk a mile in my shoes.” Senior Blake Elizalde, Student Government Association (SGA) President and GWU President Dr. William M. Downs switched places for a day. Downs started the President Switch Day […] Gardner-Webb University | April 25, 2023
Page Accommodations Near Gardner-Webb Local Accommodations For your convenience, we have included a list of hotels and motels in the surrounding areas for those who may need overnight accommodations while visiting campus. AmericInn Lodge & Suites428 E. College AvenueBoiling Springs, NC 28017(704) 434-9996 Affordable Suites of America920 Grove StreetShelby, NC 28150(704) 471-0441 Comfort Inn – Kings MountainYork Rd. Exit […]
Page New Employees We’re glad you’re here! Please tell us more about yourself and schedule a photo headshot by using the links provided on the right. New Employees April 21, 2025 New Staff • Shannon Hovis serves as the director of Alumni and Parent Relations, bringing with her a strong background in leadership, relationship-building, and community engagement. For […]
Bulldog Profile Chris Gash (’07) psychology; (’16) Master of Divinity Gardner-Webb School of Divinity Equips Grad to Serve People in His Hometown “Professors in the School of Divinity train individuals to attempt to see God in everything we do. I value my education, and I value the community togetherness. I am thankful that I was able to establish meaningful relationships with professors and fellow students. […] Gardner-Webb University | August 5, 2020
Page Ministerial Referral The Gardner-Webb University School of Divinity’s Office of Ministerial Referral Services exists to be of service to the Kingdom of God by assisting Directors of Missions, churches, and others seeking ministerial personnel, as well as individuals seeking places of service. These objectives are accomplished in part through Ministerial Referral Services’ web site. The web site […]
News Article Gardner-Webb Looks Into Adding Transportation Service System could connect Shelby and Boiling Springs By Latrice Williams, Star Reporter Gardner-Webb University is exploring the option of adding a transportation system to bus students who commute from Shelby to Boiling Springs. President William Downs said students have expressed a need for reliable transportation not only to school, but to places like Walmart, where […] Gardner-Webb University | October 25, 2021
Page History of Hamrick Hall E.B. Hamrick Hall Located at the geographic center of Gardner-Webb University, is the oldest building on campus, according to the National Register of Historic Places. Virtual Tour While the building has served many purposes over its almost 100 year existence, it currently houses the Graduate and Undergraduate programs of the Godbold College of Business. In […]
Page About the Brand What is a brand? A brand is not a logo. A brand is what people say, feel and think about your institution. It manifests itself in everything from your institution’s visual identity (logo, colors, design treatments, etc.), to the voice and tone of your content, to the way you give a tour to a prospective […]
News Article Through GWU, Student Connects to Community, Gains Experience in her Field Sarah Allison Rochester, ’20, Experiences Hands-on Opportunities in Art and Museum Studies Through faculty and staff at Gardner-Webb University, Sarah Allison Rochester, ’20, developed partnerships that were integral to her studies. A senior, Rochester enriched her academic experience by participating in several activities. “Connections are a vital resource for young adults going into the real […] Gardner-Webb University | October 9, 2020
