category: Weather Updates Weather Update: Tropical Storm Nicole By Gardner-Webb University On November 10, 2022 Monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole University officials are monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole and its projected path has shifted more to the west. The latest forecast has our main campus receiving wind remaining steady at 10-15 mph with gusts between 20-25 mph and heavy rainfall from late this evening into early tomorrow morning. We are under a Lake Wind advisory until tomorrow at 7 pm. Be careful traveling Thursday or Friday and be aware that roadways will be slick and conditions may change quickly. Do not attempt to drive through standing water on, or across any roadway. The University will continue to monitor the storm and provide updates as necessary. If you have not downloaded the LiveSafe app, now is the time to do so. The app can be found in both the Apple store or Google Play on your mobile devices.
Post Commencement Update: Ceremony Moved Indoors Due to the increased risk of severe weather, Gardner-Webb University has made the decision to move Commencement indoors to the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center (LYCC). The safety and comfort of our graduates, guests, and staff remain our top priority. Important Reminders for Graduates and Guests: Please continue to monitor the University’s website and social media channels […] Gardner-Webb University | May 8, 2025
Post Commencement Update: Potential Inclement Weather At this time, Gardner-Webb University plans to move forward with holding Commencement in Spangler Stadium as scheduled. We are closely monitoring the weather forecast, and any necessary changes will be communicated as soon as possible through the main website and social media channels. While we hope to celebrate outdoors with no limitations on guests, graduates […] Gardner-Webb University | May 7, 2025
Post Weather Schedule Update: Classes and all operations will resume Tuesday Thanks to our work with Duke Energy and emergency management the campus has power restored as of 11:30 this morning. Dining will be in the Cafeteria from 8:00am until 8:00pm. Classes and all operations will resume as normal Tuesday morning in all locations. Monday will be a day of recovery. Managers will notify essential staff […] Gardner-Webb University | September 29, 2024
