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Fall 2023 Commencement

Gardner-Webb University is pleased to announce nearly 500 students will receive degrees during spring commencement exercises held on Friday, December 15, 2023. Students earned associates, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees from a variety of university programs. The University salutes these students and congratulates them for their significant achievements in higher education. Commencement Video Class of […]

New Employees

New Employees March 21, 2024 New Staff • Madelyn Hamrick is an admissions counselor in Undergraduate Admissions. She was previously employed as a client coordinator at Frye Hospital in Hickory, N.C., and as a server at Toscano’s Bistro. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in healthcare management. She enjoys dancing, hiking, going to the […]

College of Business Program Accreditation

Accredited Programs The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education — supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide. Every quality business program worldwide is accredited. The following business programs at […]

Godbold College of Business Alumni Board and Group

The Godbold College of Business Alumni Board and Group, launched in 2018 with help from alumni Seth Cranfill and Lucas Beatty, offers special events for graduates. The group’s purpose is to bring awareness of happenings in the College of Business, to create networking opportunities for alumni and students and to help grow the College of […]

Faculty Awards

2022-2023 Excellence in Teaching Award This years Excellence in Teaching award recipient is Dr. Yvonne Smith, Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing Practitioner Program Coordinator and Associate Professor of Nursing. The Excellence in Teaching award is presented each year to an exceptional faculty member who has shown academic rigor, effective course design, and dedication to students.  […]

Student Awards

Gardner-Webb University honors its undergraduate students for academic excellence and outstanding service and leadership. Winners of these awards exemplify the University’s core values of faith, service and leadership in their classrooms and communities. Student Leadership, Service & Volunteerism Awards Academic Service Awards Athletic Service Awards Student Development Awards Christian Life & Service Awards Other Service […]

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 […]

Public Administration

What can I do with a Major in Public Administration? Local Government Job Types City Management Financial Administration Budget Analysis General Services Community Affairs Social Services Urban Planning Employers Counties Municipalities Townships School districts Special districts Strategies Learn local government job application procedures. Develop a network of contacts. Check statistics on growing communities for best […]

Master of Business Administration

Strengthen your leadership skills in public, private and nonprofit business management, and become a competitive candidate for advancement opportunities in your field. In the Master of Business Administration program, you will learn techniques for being innovative in solving problems and making decisions, with opportunities to study with other professionals who have similar interests and varying […]

Master of Divinity/Master of Business Administration Dual Degree

Grow your ministerial and professional leadership skills through a dual degree program that will prepare you for enhanced opportunities in ministry. Through a partnership between the GWU School of Divinity and the Godbold College of Business, the dual Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree will offer you advanced education in Biblical studies, […]

Undergraduate Management Programs

Master concepts in human relations, organizational behavior, and operations management to prepare you for a management role in a business or nonprofit organization. Curriculum What You’ll Learn As a Management major, (formerly known as Business Administration), you will practice applying quantitative techniques, computer skills and critical thinking to help solve crucial problems. The Godbold College […]

International Master of Business Administration Programs

An International Master of Business Administration offers students the tools to experience an array of opportunities and meet a variety of challenges in the global business market. The IMBA program will provide you with training focused on the relationship between business in global and domestic environments, preparing you for international careers and advancement in a […]

Economics

What can I do with a Major in Economics? Government Job Types Cost Analysis Intelligence Foreign Trade Analysis Public Administration Transportation Management Urban Planning Employers Government departments involved in agriculture, business, finance, labor, transportation, urban economics, and international trade including: USDA Department of Commerce Bureau of Labor and Statistics the United Nations, and the General […]

Urban Studies

What can I do with a Major in Urban Studies? Government Job Types Demography Social Statistics Public Administration Policy Analysis Research Program Development Human Services City Planning Law Enforcement Politics Employers Federal departments and agencies such as: Departments of Agriculture, Education, Interior, Commerce, Defense, Health and Human Services, Drug Enforcement Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, Housing […]

Philosophy

What can I do with a Major in Philosophy? Social/Community Services Job Types Research Fund Raising Counseling Volunteer Coordination Grant Writing Administration Employers Nonprofit organizations Social service organizations Public interest research groups Museums Mental health agencies Strategies Develop excellent verbal and written communication skills. Gain related work experience. Volunteer in relevant organizations. Obtain master’s degree […]

Physics

What can I do with a Major in Physics? Astronomy Job Types Teaching Research Writing Employers Colleges and universities Observatories Planetariums Science museums Nonprofit foundations Industry e.g., aerospace, scientific supply, mass media Federal government: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, U.S. Naval Observatory, U.S. Naval Research Laboratory Strategies Acquire excellent verbal and written […]

Undergraduate International Business Programs

Explore the culture, history and politics of global trade and relations, while deepening your knowledge of another language and studying business principles at a foreign university during an international education experience. Curriculum What You’ll Learn Students seeking a Bachelor of Science in International Business will study a broad range of topics with an emphasis on […]

Management Information Systems

What can I do with a Major in Management Information Systems? Systems Development Job Types Analysis Design Support Systems Integration Database Administration Business Application Development Executive Administration Employers Financial institutions Insurance companies Consulting firms Manufacturers Computer companies Telecommunications companies Retailers Healthcare organizations Hotels and restaurants Entertainment companies Educational institutions City, state, and federal government Strategies […]

Political Science and Government

What can I do with a Major in Political Science and Government? Government Job Types Public Policy Research Regional Planning City or Town Management Intelligence Foreign Service Law Enforcement Legislative, Executive, or Judicial Services Program Administration Employers Federal, state, and local government Strategies Complete an internship in government or related area. Serve in Model United […]

Information/Library Sciences

What can I do with a Major in Information/Library Sciences? Academic Libraries Job Types Service to Faculty and Students Reference Circulation Technical Services: Acquisitions, Cataloging, System Automation, Indexing/Abstracting, Archiving Special Collections Media Services Teaching Administration/Management Research Publishing Employers Universities and colleges Strategies Earn a master’s degree in library or information science from a program accredited […]

Sociology

What can I do with a Major in Sociology? Human Services Job Types Counseling Case Management Advocacy Mental Health Services Programming Administration Employers Community service agencies Advocacy groups Federal, state, and local government United Way agencies Local branches of national non-profit organizations Religiously-affiliated service organizations Private foundations Adoption and child care agencies Nursing homes and […]

Incident Management Policy

Section 1: Incident Management 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Purpose The Incident Management component of the GWU Risk Management Plan (GWU-RMP) establishes procedures and duties in order to adequately respond to emergencies as part of university policy and applicable regulatory codes and standards. Area occupants, administration, staff, and students are expected to be familiar with emergency procedures, […]

Gardner-Webb VP for Finance and Administration Retires After Nearly 30 years of Service

Mike Hardin, a Two-Time Graduate of GWU, Came to Work for the University in 1991 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Mike Hardin, who has nearly 30 years of service to Gardner-Webb University, is retiring on Nov. 30, 2020, as vice president for Finance and Administration. A two-time graduate of GWU, Hardin earned his Bachelor of Science in Business […]

Godbold College of Business Empowering Women Day Features Alumnae and Superior Court Judge

Women Leaders Inspire Female Students with Advice That Applies to Everyone By Isabella Brown, ’24, Intern for University Communications BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University Godbold College of Business celebrated Women’s History Month by hosting Empowering Women Day on March 6. During this event, which was part of the Experiential Learning series, alumnae were invited to speak […]

Education

What can I do with a Major in Education? K-12 Job Types Teaching: Pre-school , Elementary, Middle, Secondary Administration: Principalship, Superintendency Special Services: Guidance Counseling, School Psychology, School Social Work, Occupational and Physical Therapy, Audiology and Speech Pathology, Library/Information Services, Special Education, Curriculum Supervision, Subject Area Supervision Employers Elementary, middle and secondary schools: public, private, […]

Institutional Policies

Campus-wide Policies The mission of Gardner-Webb University is to prepare graduates for leadership and service in their professional careers and in their personal lives. Rigorous and innovative degree programs, combined with distinctive experiential learning opportunities, shape students into thinkers, doers, and world-changers. Forged within a supportive and diverse Christian community, our students emerge ready to […]

Dr. Donald W. Caudill

Education Virginia Tech Ph.D. University of MemphisMaster of Science in Marketing Morehead State UniversityMaster of Business Administration Berea CollegeBachelor of Science in Business Administration Professional Experience Professor of Marketing, Godbold College of Business at Gardner-Webb University Professor of Business and Leadership and Chair of Marketing, Management and Leadership, and E-Business and Entrepreneurship, Bluefield College Professor […]

Audit Research by Doctoral Student Published in Global Business Journal

Xing Yin, ’23, Hopes to Motivate and Mentor Science and Business Students Xing Yin, of Oxford, Miss., is pursuing her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Gardner-Webb University while also working on a doctorate in computer science at another institution. Recently, she was notified that a research article she completed for a class assignment at […]

Dr. Felice Policastro

You can also contact Dr. Policastro Toll Free at (877) 498-4723 Education The University of Texas Pan AmericanPhD in International Business, May 2004Concentration: FinanceDissertation: The Effect of Merger and Acquisitions on the Wealth, Risk and Efficiency of Latin American Banks Edgewood CollegeMaster of Business Administration, 1997Thesis: How to do business in the United States: A handbook for […]

Doctor of Business Administration

Strategic leadership, equipped for impact. In today’s contemporary global business environment, leaders must address complex and challenging issues on a daily basis. As a graduate of the Doctor of Business Administration program, you will be prepared to lead strategic change, build healthy culture, and impact the communities you serve. Through sophisticated oral communication skills, information […]

Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration Dual Degree

Combine your nursing leadership with a working knowledge of business and managerial skills to offer expertise within a wide range of healthcare settings. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of advanced nursing practice and critical- thinking skills needed to solve problems, identify opportunities and make dependable decisions within healthcare settings using business concepts. Curriculum What You’ll […]

Sue Champion Camp

Professor Emerita of Business Administration Dr. Sue Champion Camp was born in Shelby, N.C., to W.H. and Gladys Champion. Her father owned a small grocery store where family members worked and much of the community shopped. She worked at the store and learned much about entrepreneurship, hard work, business ethics, and increasing the bottom line. […]

Criminal Justice

What can I do with a Major in Criminal Justice? Social Services Job Types Corrections Counseling Juvenile Justice Casework Administration Probation & Parole Victim Advocacy Employers State and federal correction facilities County jails Precinct station houses Prison camps Youth correction facilities Medium-security correction facilities Voluntary correction facilities Halfway houses and pre-release programs Reintegration programs Alternative […]

Godbold College of Business Receives Top Ranking from U.S. News & World Report

Online (non-MBA) Master’s Programs Recognized for Strong Academic Foundations BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Gardner-Webb University Godbold College of Business has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report. In its 2021 rankings of the “Best Online Master’s in Business (non-MBA) Programs,” GWU is in the top tier, placing 53rd out of 164 programs. Further, GWU is […]

10-Month Master of Business Administration

The 10-Month MBA is created specifically to meet the needs of active professionals. Offered in a fully online format, completed in less than a year, and competitively priced, this program will prepare you as a leader in your field. While other colleges offer similar MBA programs, Gardner-Webb’s format is unique. “Our design allows a student […]

Support and Services

Individual graduate programs provide program-specific orientations for their new students at each enrollment cycle. Depending on the program’s primary mode of delivery, these orientations are conducted in the various locations in which courses are offered and/or virtually. Information supporting all graduate students can be found by logging into WebbConnect and Blackboard and clicking on the […]

GWU 10-Month Master of Business Administration Program Has Record Growth

Faculty Seek to Provide Students Individual Support in Fully Online Format BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Launched in 2019, the 10-month Master of Business Administration (MBA) program has become Gardner-Webb University’s fastest-growing graduate major. In one year, the fully-online, accredited program realized a 250 percent increase in enrollment. This growth helped push Gardner-Webb to seventh place on the […]

School of Graduate Studies

Gayle Bolt Price School of Graduate Studies The mission of the Gayle Bolt Price School of Graduate Studies is to provide opportunities for high quality advanced study to individuals holding bachelor’s or advanced degrees from regionally accredited institutions, within a context that embraces faith and intellectual freedom, balances conviction with compassion, and inspires in students […]

Gardner-Webb Enrolling Now for Online Master’s Programs

Classes Begin Jan. 2, 2023, for Public Administration, Business and Nursing BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University’s admissions staff is currently enrolling students for online graduate programs that begin in January 2023, including the new 10-month Master of Public Administration (MPA), which begins Jan. 2. With this degree, public servants will be prepared for successful administrative careers […]

T.J. McCullough ’07

Gardner-Webb Alumnus leads Charlotte (N.C.) Business Journal “The smaller classes and hands-on learning approach is something that you cannot put a value on. My classes gave me the tools I needed to succeed in the business world.” T.J. McCullough, a 2007 alumnus of Gardner-Webb University, is market president and publisher of the Charlotte (N.C.) Business […]

Undergraduate Economics and Finance Programs

Develop advanced analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Students studying Economics and Finance will provide an intensive study of the principles of both subjects, in addition to a broad understanding of business environments, to prepare you for a career managing financial operations and investment resources for businesses and individuals. Curriculum What You’ll Learn As part […]

Deck Wallace Andrews

Professor Emeritus of Business Deck Wallace Andrews (1912-1999) was born in Rutherford County, N.C., the son of Samuel and Geneva Wallace Andrews. He graduated from Rutherford-Spindale Central High School in North Carolina in 1930 and attended Lees-McRae College from 1933-1935. After leaving Lees-McRae, Andrews worked in textiles until 1942. He entered the United States Air […]

Biochemistry

What can I do with a Major in Biochemistry? Research Job Types Basic Applied Medical Grant Writing Administration Employers University laboratories Federal government laboratories/agencies including: National Science Foundation National Institutes of Health Food and Drug Administration Environmental Protection Agency Department of Agriculture Armed Services State and local government laboratories/agencies Public health departments Hospital laboratories Commercial […]

Communication Studies

What can I do with a Major in Communication Studies? Business Job Types Sales Customer Service Management Human Resources Training and Development Labor Relations Writing/Editing Office Management Employers Product and service organizations Retail stores Hotels Restaurants Manufacturers Financial companies Insurance companies Hospitals and other healthcare organizations Print and electronic media Other business corporations Strategies Develop […]

Human Services

What can I do with a Major in Human Services? Social Services/Non-Profit Job Types Administration and Planning Case Management Advocacy Program Evaluation Policy Development Volunteer Coordination Employers Public welfare agencies Federal, state, and local government Private social service agencies Group homes Religiously affiliated organizations Drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers Strategies Social services are designed to […]

Nursing

What can I do with a Major in Nursing? Staff Nursing Job Types Pediatrics Surgical Emergency Critical Care Maternity Women’s Health Newborn Intensive Care Cancer Treatment Psychiatric/Mental Health Operating Room/Recovery Room Occupational or Industrial Health Employers Hospitals Clinics and medical centers Physicians’ offices and medical groups Outpatient surgery centers Home health agencies Extended care facilities: […]

Nutrition

What can I do with a Major in Nutrition? Clinical Job Types Employers Strategies Community and Public Health Nutrition Job Types Employers Strategies Food Service Management Job Types Employers Strategies Federal Government Job Types Employers Strategies Consulting Job Types Employers Strategies Industry Job Types Employers Strategies Teaching Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement in […]

Public Health

What can I do with a Major in Public Health? Behavioral Science and Health Education Job Types Employers Strategies Health Policy and Administration Job Types Employers Strategies Environmental and Occupational Health Job Types Employers Strategies Epidemiology Job Types Employers Strategies Biostatistics Job Types Employers Strategies International Health Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement in […]

Staff Council Bylaws

Article 1: Purpose and Goals Section 1. Purpose: The Staff Council represents all employees at Gardner-Webb University below the rank of Vice President who do not have faculty contract.  The Staff Council’s mission is to serve the interests and needs of the Gardner-Webb University staff pertaining to their daily activities and work conditions as they […]

Graduate Tuition and Fees

2024-2025 Tuition and Fees Gardner-Webb University will make every effort to keep operating costs low while providing quality programs. Through the support of various affiliated organizations, private gifts from alumni, businesses, friends, and endowment earnings, Gardner-Webb is able to charge less than the actual cost of instruction and other services. Tuition increases are usually implemented […]

Comprehensive Associate of Applied Science Pathway Agreement

North Carolina Community College and Gardner-Webb Online Undergraduate Degree Completion Program The purpose of this Agreement is to articulate the requirements and procedures to facilitate graduates from Community College’s Associate of Applied Science program in pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with Gardner-Webb Online | Undergraduate Degree Completion Program. Students accepted at Gardner-Webb University must […]

Information for Online Students

Experience Is The Difference Gardner-Webb University has been offering online education since 1999, before some of our competitors even existed. We were founded in 1905, and have long had a commitment to reaching our students anywhere they are. And while our beautiful campus is in the foothills of western North Carolina, our students are all […]

GWU 10-Month MBA Students Achieve Success in Global Strategy Game

Team Competes Against More Than 1,500, Places in Top 100 Performers BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Utilizing knowledge gained from classes in the 10-month MBA program, three Gardner-Webb University students experienced success in The Business Strategy Game (BSG), an online exercise in management. Taught by Dr. Christi Sutton, assistant professor of business administration, the students—Karlyn Armsworthy, Venu Nagalla, […]

Mentors, Barrier Breakers and Second Chances

Growing up in Boiling Springs, N.C., Distinguished Alumna, Kitty Hamrick Hoyle’s backyard was Gardner-Webb University. The youngest daughter of Wellington “Wellie” and Margie McCluney Hamrick, Hoyle remembers swimming in the GWU pool and attending church at Boiling Springs Baptist, which once stood where Dover Chapel is now. “I care about Gardner-Webb. It is very much […]

Athletics and Sports

What can I do with a Major in Athletics and Sports? Sport Management Job Types Athlete Representation Public Relations Sales Marketing Publicity Promotions Operations Event Coordination Program Coordination Fund Raising University Athletics Administration Employers Professional teams Professional athletes Sport associations (e.g., NBA, PGA, NCAA) Local sport and tourism corporations Arenas Auditoriums Stadiums Colleges and universities […]

Botany

What can I do with a Major in Botany? Plant Biology Job Types Anatomy Biochemistry Biophysics Cytology Ecology Genetics Molecular Biology Morphology Paleobotany Physiology Systematics Systems Ecology Taxonomy Employers Research organizations Colleges and universities Museums Botanical gardens and arboretums U.S. Department of Agriculture branches including Medical Plant Resources Laboratory, Germplasm Resources Laboratory, Animal and Plant […]

Foreign Languages

What can I do with a Major in Foreign Languages? Government Job Types Employers Strategies Arts, Media & Entertainment Job Types Employers Strategies Insurance & Commerce Job Types Employers Strategies Travel & Tourism Job Types Employers Strategies Interpretation & Translation Job Types Employers Strategies Service & Education Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement in […]

Music

What can I do with a Major in Music? Education Job Types Teaching Private Lessons Employers Daycare centers Elementary and secondary schools Private schools Recreation centers Colleges and universities Conservatories Studios Self-employed Strategies Acquire teaching certificate for public school teaching. Gain experience working with children through volunteer or part-time work experiences. Graduate degree required to […]

Psychology

What can I do with a Major in Psychology? Human Services Job Types Counseling Advocacy Mental Health Services Case Management Programming Community Relations Administration Employers Federal government, including Departments of: Health and Human Services Justice, Veterans Administration State government, including Departments of: Human Services, Mental Health & Mental Retardation, Community mental health centers, State psychiatric […]

Public Relations

What can I do with a Major in Public Relations? Account Management Job Types Issues Management Counseling Employee or Member Relations Media Relations Research Employers Public relations firms: (Representing various private and public organizations and institutions, individuals, and events.) PR departments in large corporations Strategies Strengthen verbal communication skills by taking speech communication courses. Enhance […]

10-Month MBA FAQs

About the One Year MBA Program The 10-Month MBA is created specifically for working professionals who want to advance their careers through earning a master’s of business administration. Available fully online, students can complete this affordable degree in less than a year. Learn more about this program by reading through our frequently asked questions. Will […]

Catastrophic Event Business Recovery Plan

Gardner-Webb Locations Primary: Gardner-Webb University110 S Main StBoiling Springs, NC 28017(704) 406-4000 Secondary: Gardner-Webb University8030 Arrowridge BlvdCharlotte, NC 28273(704) 941-5209 Definition of Catastrophic Event An event outside the University’s control that results in a substantial disruption of campus operations, including delivery of educational services. Examples include, but are not limited to, state of emergency, pandemic, […]

Gardner-Webb Faculty Recognized with Awards

Administration Presents Honors for Excellence in the Classroom, Service, Mentorship and Scholarship BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—At the recent Fall Faculty Assembly, Gardner-Webb University administrators honored faculty members with various awards. Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs presented the 2022-2023 Excellence in Teaching award to Associate Professor of Nursing Dr. Yvonne Smith. Provost and Vice President for […]

GWU President Names Robin Hamrick Interim VP for Finance and Administration

Alumna Has Worked in Several Financial Areas Since 1998 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William M. Downs has named Robin Hamrick as interim vice president for Finance and Administration, effective Dec. 1, 2020. Hamrick, a two-time GWU alumna, came to work at the University in 1998. Mike Hardin, who has nearly 30 years of […]

Graduate Accounting Programs

Gain with the technical skills, advanced training in specific disciplines, and reality-based education experience to prepare you for upper-level accounting careers and financial positions in today’s dynamic global business environment. The program will also provide you with the educational experience to meet the North Carolina State Board of Public Accountancy’s 150-hour requirement to obtain the […]

Masters of Sport Management Programs

The Master of Sport Management (MSM) program offered by the Graduate College of Business at Gardner-Webb University provides graduates with the knowledge and skill to enter and progress within the Sport Management field.  Gardner-Webb University Master’s degree in Sport Management purpose is to prepare the student for a successful career in the industry and provide […]

Undergraduate Sport Management Programs

Develop a firm grasp of a variety of business disciplines, including accounting, finance, management, and economics. Sports aren’t just for athletes, coaches and fans. Beyond knowing the scores, the players, or the stats, there’s a promising and rewarding business career waiting for you. A Bachelor of Science in Sport Management will equip you with a […]

Art

What can I do with a Major in Art? Art Museums & Galleries Job Types Employers Strategies Fine Arts Employers Strategies Commercial Art Job Types Employers Strategies Education Job Types Employers Strategies Art Therapy Employers Strategies Media Job Types Employers Strategies Photography Employers Strategies Art Sales Employers Strategies Retail Job Types Employers Retail stores, including […]

Broadcasting/Electronic Media

What can I do with a Major in Broadcasting or Electronic Media? Television Job Types Employers Strategies Radio Job Types Employers Strategies Internet Job Types Employers Strategies Advertising Job Types Employers Strategies Non-Broadcast Video Systems Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement in Broadcast/Electronic Media Prepared by the Career Planning staff of Career Services at […]

Chemistry

What can I do with a Major in Chemistry? Analytical Job Types Research Development Analysis and Testing Consulting Environmental Forensics Employers Federal, state, and local government Federal agencies including National Aeronautics and Space Administration Manufacturing firms including textile, petroleum, food, electronics, glass, paper, packaging, machinery, cosmetics, paint, drug, and chemical industries Industrial production and inspection […]

English Major

What can I do with a Major in English? Writing/Editing Job Types Creative Writing Journalism Freelance Technical Writing Employers Newspapers Magazines Broadcast media companies including television and movie industry Trade, professional, or consumer publications Internet sites Advertising agencies Large corporations Government agencies Colleges and universities Technical industries Strategies Select elective coursework in a particular area […]

Human Resource Management

What can I do with a Major in Human Resource Management? Human Resources Job Types Benefits Compensation Employee Relations Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Labor Relations Selection and Placement Recruiting Retention Occupational Safety Equal Employment Opportunity Diversity Issues Policy Development Employers Financial institutions Hotel, restaurant, and retail chains Manufacturing firms Hospitals and healthcare organizations Educational […]

Law

What can I do with a Major in Law? Corporate Practice Employers Any large corporation (largest number of attorneys are at corporate headquarters) Strategies Corporate office summer clerkships and entry level positions are rare. Usually only experienced lawyers are hired by corporations. Develop tolerance for bureaucratic procedure. An undergraduate major in business, particularly accounting or […]

Retail Merchandising

What can I do with a Major in Retail Merchandising? Buying/Purchasing Employers Department stores Specialty stores (e.g., clothing, home furnishings, jewelry, books, etc.) Discount stores/mass merchants Grocery stores Strategies Develop analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze industry trends and sales data. Develop organizational skills to oversee the daily operation of a department or store (e.g., […]

Noel Center Student Handbook

Alternative Testing Policy Exams for students with disabilities may be administered by professors or may be taken through the Noel Center. Readers, scribes, low distraction testing, extended time testing (typically time and a half), and special equipment can be utilized if the need for such an accommodation is supported by documentation. Exams can be produced […]

Gardner-Webb Alumnus Uses Writing and Entrepreneurial Skills to Start Business

Harrison Martin, ’12 and ’16, is Film Critic and Author To our readers: In celebration of Black History Month during February, Gardner-Webb University will introduce you to alumni who are making a difference in the world around them. Through their jobs and creative passions, these alumni are inspiring others to achieve their dreams. Since earning […]

James Edward ‘Jim’ Crawley

Dean Emeritus, School of Business James “Jim” Crawley (1930- 2014) was the founding dean of the Gardner-Webb School of Business, where he also served as a professor of management. Crawley was born and educated in Rutherford County, N.C., and after high school he joined the U.S. Navy, where he served for four years. After completing […]

Undergraduate Healthcare Management Programs

Studying Healthcare Management will equip you with a strong understanding of the always-evolving healthcare industry environment and the principles and ethics of business, while also offering opportunities for internship experiences, to prepare you for a career as a manager in the field. Through your Healthcare Management studies, you will develop an understanding of the basic […]

Biological Sciences

What can I do with a Major in Biological Sciences? Biotechnology Job Types Research and Development Laboratory Testing Education Employers Colleges and universities Pharmaceutical companies Agricultural industry including fertilizer manufacturers and animal and plant breeding and production Federal and state government laboratories and agencies Industry, particularly biotechnology firms Strategies Become proficient using laboratory equipment and […]

International Studies

What can I do with a Major in International Studies? International Business Job Types Employers Strategies International Relations/Government Job Types Employers Strategies Language Services/Education Job Types Employers Strategies Journalism Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement in International Studies Prepared by the Career Planning staff of Career Services at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (2005) […]

Mathematics

What can I do with a Major in Mathematics? Industry Job Types Research Development Design Data Processing Testing Operations Quality Control Statistical Processing Control Environmental Analysis Consulting Employers Industries including: Manufacturing Transportation Aerospace Communications Machinery Electrical equipment  Pharmaceuticals Other private industries Consulting firms Strategies Note that greatest demand is for applied mathematicians with skills in […]

Online Graduate Tuition and Fees

2024-2025 Tuition and Fees Tuition is charged by the credit hour and each class offered in the Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of Education programs are three (3) hour classes. Part-time students are enrolled in three (3) or six (6) credit hours or one (1) or two (2) classes respectively. Full-time students […]

Jessika Raduly

Education Gardner-Webb University Master of Business Administration (MBA), 2014Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, 2008 Background Jessika Raduly joined the Housing and Residence Education Team of Gardner-Webb University in November 2014 as an Office Manager, and was promoted to Assistant Director of Housing Administrative Services and Marketing in March of 2016. Jessika has worked at […]

Ghassan Dib

Education BS, Business Administration Master of Accountancy and Master of Business Administration-Finance DBA in Accounting (in progress) Classes Taught ACCT 213 ACCT 214 ACCT 313 ACCT 314 ACCT 315 ACCT 400 ACCT 425 ACCT 426 ACCT 435 Certifications Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Mike Whiteman

Mike is vice president for Finance and Administration. He has 15 years of experience in higher education, mostly with Central Piedmont Community College. The last five years he served as vice president for Finance and Administration of Central Piedmont. His previous experience includes work in public accounting, insurance and non-profit industries. He has a Master […]

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Programs

Studying Management Information Systems at Gardner-Webb University will provide you with comprehensive training in information management using today’s technologies, preparing you for a successful career helping companies efficiently and effectively manage data and other resources. Curriculum What You’ll Learn In the Management Information Systems program, you will explore such topics as computer programming and networking, […]

Betty Hoyle Logan

Associate Professor Emerita of Business Betty Hoyle Logan (1926-2015)
 was born in Shelby, N.C.
 Her parents were Alex and
 Evelyn Shyte Hoyle. She graduated from Shelby High
 School in the Class of 1943.
 Logan earned a Bachelor of Science degree in secretarial administration from Woman’s 
College in Greensboro (now 
the University of North Carolina at […]

Student Finds Concepts in Gardner-Webb’s 10-Month MBA Classes Immediately Useful

Christian Rocker, ’21, Improves Skills with Relevant, Timely Courses    Christian Rocker, of Mt. Holly, N.C., entered the 10-Month Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Gardner-Webb University to enhance his skill set and produce opportunities for career growth. Not only has the comprehensive program provided him with knowledge to advance in his company, he’s […]

Gardner-Webb Faculty and Staff Present Awards for Academic Excellence and Service to the Campus and Community

Students Recognized by the University’s Four Colleges, the School of Divinity, Athletics, and Student Development BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University recently recognized students for academic excellence and community service. Winners of these awards exemplify the University’s core values of faith, service and leadership in their classrooms and communities. In honor of the award, each student may […]

Undergraduate Marketing Programs

Develop approaches for problem-solving using critical thinking and today’s technology. A Bachelor of Science in Marketing will equip you with an understanding of the concepts of promoting a company’s brand, increasing sales and driving awareness to help an organization succeed, while also providing professional experience through a business internship. Curriculum What You’ll Learn When you […]

Website Privacy Policy

Gardner-Webb University is committed to respecting and safeguarding the privacy of our students, University personnel, and other users of the University’s website at gardner-webb.edu (“Website”) with respect to the collection and use of any personal information. Please read the following information carefully to better understand what information we collect from you and how we use your personal […]

Computer Science

What can I do with a Major in Computer Science? Programming Job Types Employers Strategies Systems Development Job Types Employers Strategies Network Technology Job Types Employers Variety of organizations and industries Strategies Internet Job Types Employers Strategies Consulting Job Types Employers Strategies Education Job Types Employers Strategies Non-Technical Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement […]

Theatre

What can I do with a Major in Theatre? Performing Employers Community theatres Regional theatres Commercial theatres Summer stock theatres Dinner Theatres Children’s theatres University theatre groups Touring companies Industrial shows Show groups Amusement and theme parks Television/film studios Radio stations Strategies Participate in acting workshops, courses, and seminars to get advice and experience and […]

GWU Summer School

Fast Track Your Academic Journey with Summer School at GWU Whether you’re a college student looking to retake a course, gain extra credits, or a high school student eager to experience college-level learning, our exclusive summer courses both in person and online offer the perfect route to academic enrichment. Expand Your Knowledge This Summer Online […]

Our Pioneers and Trailblazers

Celebrating the women who paved the way Gardner-Webb will honor several athletic team and alumni groups, for their achievements in athletics, leadership and philanthropy work, as a part of a year-long celebration of the anniversary. Some of the women that will be highlighted are listed below: FAY WEBB GARDNER She was an ardent supporter of […]

Accelerated Master's Program

If you are an exemplary undergrad student wanting to fast-track your master’s degree while maximizing your time, money, and aid apply to the Accelerated Master’s Program. Accepted students can begin work on their master’s degree while finishing their bachelor’s and earn credits towards both!  Multiple programs also allow Gardner-Webb students to take advantage of seamless […]

Dr. Kortni Alston

Kortni is chair and associate professor of the Department of Communication, Art and Design. She is a happiness scholar, TEDx speaker, and Transformational Trainer. Her area of research is interdisciplinary, combining the areas of positive psychology, business administration, and media management. Her research concentrations are workplace well-being, happiness, and resilience at work. She has served […]

Before Completing her MBA, GWU Alumna was Offered New Job in Financial Industry

Paola Escalona, ’19, Obtained Knowledge to Advance her Career Paola Escalona, of Concord, N.C., was a member of the first class to graduate from the 10-month Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Gardner-Webb University. Two months before receiving her degree in December 2019, Escalona advanced her career by accepting a new position as a […]

Gardner-Webb Recognizes Students for Service and Volunteerism

Winners Honored for Leadership in Classroom and Community BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University recently held a ceremony to recognize Student Leadership, Service, and Volunteerism. Winners of these awards exemplify the University’s core values of faith, service and leadership in their classrooms and communities. In recognition of the award presentation, each student may choose one book for […]

Godbold College of Business and Cleveland County (N.C.) Chamber Host Empowering Women Panel on March 23

Three Women Leaders will Share Their Experiences and Offer Strategies for Tackling Challenges BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Godbold College of Business at Gardner-Webb University is partnering with the Cleveland County Chamber in Shelby, N.C., to present Empowering Women, a panel discussion, on March 23 at 5:30 p.m. in Tucker Student Center. Held in recognition of Women’s […]

A Breath of Fresh Air

Tayuanee Dewberry Brings Positive Attitude, Business Acumen to Reintroduce Girl Scouting Spend just five minutes talking with Tayuanne Dewberry, and she will inspire you to tackle any problem. Her smile, her energy and her positive attitude are contagious. In April 2021, she became the chief executive officer of the Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council in […]

June 2020: Strategic Plan for Growth and Excellence

Colleagues and Friends of Gardner-Webb University, I am pleased to report that on June 18 the University’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to endorse GWU 2020-2025:  A Strategic Plan for Growth and Excellence.  This new Strategic Plan is the product of a thoughtful, systematic process that included more than 500 responses to an online survey, three […]

Sabel (Gabby) Franklin

Gabby is a Second-Generation Runnin’ Bulldog. During her time as an undergraduate student, she spent her time on the sidelines at sporting events as a Cheerleader and had the amazing opportunity to intern at the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Greenville, South Carolina, where she found a passion for donor development and building donor relationships.   […]

Gardner-Webb Hosts 67th Academic Awards Day to Recognize Student Achievement

Each Winner Honored with Book Added to Dover Library Collection BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University recently recognized undergraduate students for academic excellence on the 67th Academic Awards Day. Winners of these awards exemplify the University’s core values of faith, service and leadership in their classrooms and communities. In honor of the award, each student may choose […]

Stanly Community College Partners with Gardner-Webb to Offer Co-Admission Agreements

‘Bulldog-Bound’ and Pathway Agreements Make Transferring to GWU Easy for SCC Students BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Officials from Gardner-Webb University and Stanly Community College (SCC) in Albemarle, N.C., signed agreements on April 4 that expand transfer pathways for the schools. The “Bulldog Bound” direct-entry admission program will provide a seamless process for SCC students transferring to Gardner-Webb. […]

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Environmental Studies/Sciences

What can I do with a Major in Environmental Studies/Science? Planning Job Types Air Quality Aviation Building/Zoning Land-Use Consulting Recreation Transportation Water Resources Employers Federal, state, regional, and local government Corporations Consulting firms Banks Real estate development companies Law firms Architectural firms Market research companies Colleges and universities Nonprofit groups Strategies Get on planning boards, […]

History

What can I do with a Major in History? Government Employers Federal agencies including: The Smithsonian Institute, National Archives and Records, Library of Congress, National Park Service, Intelligence services, Foreign service State and local agencies including: Archives and libraries, Museums, parks, and historic sites, Municipal archives, Arts and humanities councils Strategies Gain relevant experience in […]

Journalism

What can I do with a Major in Journalism? Newspaper Publishing Job Types Reporting Editorial/Column Writing Investigative Journalism Editing Proofreading Photojournalism Circulation Marketing/Promotion Production Sports Employers Large circulation newspapers Local newspapers Wire services Trade newspapers Online publishers Strategies Obtain a summer job or internship with a newspaper. Work with college newspapers, yearbook, or alumni publications. […]

Social Media Account Index

Official Social Media Networks Stay in Touch. Build Networks. Make Connections. Get connected with all official university-approved social media accounts for departments and schools. Find accounts on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn to stay connected with the latest Gardner-Webb news! Main University Accounts  Content shared here is to engage with prospective and current students, alumni, […]

Gardner-Webb Students Join Alpha Chi Honor Society

BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University inducted 33 members into Alpha Chi, a national collegiate honor society, in a ceremony held recently in Blanton Auditorium in Hamrick Hall. Dr. June Hobbs, Alpha Chi sponsor, presided over the induction service. Honorary member, Dr. Pam Dennis, performed the processional and recessional on the piano. Soprano Sydney Hardin, an Alpha […]

Gardner-Webb to Recognize 2023 Summer and Fall Graduates

Nearly 500 Graduates to be Honored at Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 15 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University will celebrate the achievements of nearly 500 graduates on Dec. 15. The commencement ceremony, which honors graduates who completed their degrees in the 2023 Summer and Fall semesters, will be at 9 a.m. in Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. “We are […]

Master of Science in Nursing Degrees

Lead nurses in education and administration Make your mark on aspiring nurses as an educator and leader. Gardner-Webb’s MSN program helps you improve Christ-inspired patient care and promote and manage a positive nurse environment. We understand that as an experienced nurse, you are a working adult with family and personal priorities, and that’s why we […]

Earning MBA in 10 Months Helps Student Reach His Goals Faster

Vladimir W. Jankov, ’20, Values Knowledgeable Professors and Relevant Course Content Gardner-Webb University graduate student Vladimir W. Jankov, ’20, and his wife, Iveta, left Slovakia in 1995 for New York to pursue the American Dream. He was 27 years old and although he could speak Russian, Czeck/Slovakian, Polish and a little Spanish, he didn’t know […]

Nine Gardner-Webb Faculty Members Retiring

Dr. Tom Jones has Most Years of Service with 42 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—With the end of the 2022 Spring Semester, nine faculty members of Gardner-Webb University are retiring. Dr. Tom Jones has the most years of service with 42, and four others have 20 or more years of service. The retirees are: Ken Baker – […]

Gardner-Webb Welcomes New Vice President and Director of Athletics

Andrew Goodrich Officially Welcomed With Campus Meet and Greet on Wednesday, Sept. 14 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – Today, Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs named Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich as Vice President and Director of Athletics. Goodrich, a fast-rising star in the business, joins the Gardner-Webb family from Syracuse University, where he has served as Deputy […]

Searight PACE Ambassadors Among First to Enroll in GWU Leadership Certificate Program

Students Learn From Faculty and Corporate Executives and Sponsor Project to Collect Food for Homeless BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The first group of Gardner-Webb students enrolled in the Searight Leadership Certificate Program (SLC) are sponsoring their first community service project. From now through Nov. 18, they are collecting canned food for the homeless shelters in Cleveland County. […]

Gardner-Webb Honors Transformational Leaders of the Past and Present on Founders Day

Recipients of Founders Medals are Governor O. Max and Fay Webb Gardner and John and Linda Godbold Gardner-Webb University honored recipients of the Founders Medal on Dec. 1, a highlight of the revived celebration of Founders Day. Presented to individuals for significant and distinguished service to the University, two couples were recognized—John and Linda Godbold […]

Gardner-Webb Alumna Aliah Price Turned Internship at Starbucks Headquarters into a Job Offer

Black History Month Inspires Her to Keep Striving for Excellence Aliah Price graduated from Gardner-Webb University in 2019 prepared for her next step: graduate school at N.C. State University. Through this opportunity, she was invited to attend the National Black MBA (Master of Business Administration) Conference. Many high-profile companies offered internship opportunities, but only one […]

Gardner-Webb Remembers Former Board of Trustees Member, Rodney Allison

Alumnus Supported the University’s Goals to Serve Students and the Community BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—A former member of the Gardner-Webb University Board of Trustees, Rodney Brian Allison, 63, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023, at his home. Born in Durham, N.C., Allison was a 1982 alumnus of GWU, earning his Bachelor of Science in business […]

Connections and Community

Michelle Lominac, ’23, Values the Peers and Faculty Contributing to her Educational Journey Ask senior Michelle Lominac, of Concord, N.C., to name the most important lesson she’s learned at Gardner-Webb University, and her answer reveals her approachable personality, character and priorities. “My biggest takeaway—make connections,” Lominac affirms. “Making connections with peers maximizes the experience as […]

Philip Slater ’13

Gardner-Webb Alumnus has paper in European Academic Journal “The Gardner-Webb professors are like, ‘I want to partner with you, not intimidate you,’ and they want to help you graduate. You learn a lot more with that approach.” Philip Slater of Winston-Salem, N.C., a student in the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at Gardner-Webb University […]

Fact Sheet

Just the Facts The mission of Gardner-Webb University is to prepare graduates for leadership and service in their professional careers and in their personal lives. Rigorous and innovative degree programs, combined with distinctive hands-on learning opportunities, shape students into thinkers, doers, and world-changers.  Forged within a supportive and diverse Christian community, our students emerge ready […]

Accounting

What can I do with a Major in Accounting? Public Accounting Job Types Employers Strategies Public accounting firms hire candidates who meet the educational requirements for sitting for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam: 150 hours of education including 24 hours of accounting, i.e. the equivalent of an undergraduate degree in accounting. State laws govern […]

Advertising

What can I do with a Major in Advertising? Account Management Job Types Sales Development Marketing Administration Employers Advertising agencies Corporate advertising departments Specialty advertising firms Consulting firms Marketing firms Self employed/Freelance Strategies Gain sales experience. Work in sales at campus newspaper or radio station. Develop organizational and communication skills. Learn to think strategically. Creative […]

Virtual Visits

Staying inside doesn’t have to mean missing out! Join us in real-time for many different virtual visit options. Admissions staff are live on every virtual event, so you can still have your questions answered and experience our community from the comfort of your own home. Online Degree Completion Online DCP Virtual Session Online Nursing Program […]

Student Code of Conduct

Introduction Gardner-Webb University views its role in the administration of student discipline as one of both seeking justice and providing an educational opportunity for the student. While it is intended that this approach protect the campus community by providing a system of discipline for those violating University rules and regulations, the University’s conduct system also […]

Shelbilyn Boelsche

Previously, Shelbilyn was assistant director of Housing Operations for Averett University and a graduate assistant at Averett. She has a master’s degree in business administration, leadership, and a Bachelor of Arts in music. Her hobbies include music, fishing and camping.

Dean Clark

Dean’s experience includes working as executive vice president at Southwestern College (Winfield, Kan.), vice president at Carthage College (Kenosha, Wis.) and investment specialist with Charles Schwab. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice from Carthage and a Master of Business Administration from Loyola University in Chicago, Ill. His interests are spending time […]

Dakota Davis

Dakota Davis is the administrative assistant for the Hunt School of Nursing. She previously worked on a local dairy in Cleveland County. She helped milk the cows, took care off the calves and worked in the garden. She has also worked as game day staff for GWU for several years. She has an Associate of Applied […]

Mmkimyal (Mikki) Gaines

Mikki Gaines is the office manager of the Division of Student Success in Tucker Student Center. She is very passionate about helping students to succeed by being grounded with their faith in, the Lord Jesus Christ. Her background consists of retail/logistics management and over 20 years of customer service experience. She graduated in 2011, with […]

Katie Nelson

Katie is assistant coach/recruiting coordinator for the women’s basketball team. Previously, she was employed as a graduate assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She played basketball at UW Madison and Boston University. She has a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a concentration in marketing and a Master of Science in sports leadership. Her hobbies […]

Jalin Montgomery

Jalin is the assistant director for admissions for Digital Learning. Previously, Montgomery worked three and one-half years as an admissions counselor for Western Carolina University (WCU) in Cullowhee, N.C. In this position, she recruited prospective students and helped maintain and create meaningful relationships with student workers for the Office of Admissions. She has a Bachelor […]

GWU’s Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership Program Impacts Alumna and Community

Dr. Kim Williams-Roberts, ’21, Helps City of Mauldin, S.C., and Finds Strength to Carry on After her Husband’s Death Three years ago, Dr. Kim Williams-Roberts had no intention of going back to school for a doctorate. She already had a master’s degree in health services management and a master’s in business administration. She was finished […]

Gardner-Webb Sets New Records with Global Footprint of over 100 International Students from More Than 40 Countries

Students Bring the World and Rich Diverse Cultures to Campus and Community BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—For the 2022 Fall Semester at Gardner-Webb, the student population includes 108 international students, the highest on record. According to the Office of International Student Services, they represent 45 countries on six continents. With a history of recruiting student-athletes from around […]

Gardner-Webb Recognized 2023 Summer and Fall Graduates on Dec. 15

Nearly 500 Graduates Honored at Commencement and Recognition Ceremonies BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University celebrated the achievements of nearly 500 graduates on Dec. 15. The commencement ceremony was held at 9 a.m. in Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. Graduates who completed their degrees in the 2023 Summer and Fall semesters were honored. Scholastic awards were presented to online […]

The GWU Staff Council

Staff Council Purpose The purpose of the Staff Council is to represent all employees at Gardner-Webb University below the rank of Vice President who do not have faculty contract.  The Staff Council’s mission is to serve the interests and needs of the Gardner-Webb University staff pertaining to their daily activities and work conditions as they […]

Gardner-Webb, CCC&TI Announce Bulldog Bound Program, New Co-Admission Agreements

Pathways Provide Affordable Access to Higher Education and Additional Support BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Leadership from Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI) and Gardner-Webb University have announced four new agreements that will create seamless pathways for students who want to start at CCC&TI and continue their education at Gardner-Webb. Providing a pathway for students who plan […]

Gardner-Webb School of Divinity Appoints Three Faculty Members to Endowed Positions

Honor Recognizes Accomplishments of Dr. Danny West, Dr. Jim McConnell and Dr. Sophia Steibel BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Three Gardner-Webb University faculty members in the M. Christopher White School of Divinity received honors recently. Dr. Danny West, Dr. Jim McConnell and Dr. Sophia Steibel have been appointed to endowed chair positions. “Selections are based on a distinguished […]

Gardner-Webb Alpha Chi Inducts 40 New Members and Surprises Honorary Member

GWU President Dr. William Downs Selected on Scholarship, Character and Friendship to Alpha Chi BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—At the 49th annual induction ceremony, the Gardner-Webb University North Carolina Zeta Chapter of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society welcomed 40 new members and surprised GWU President Dr. William Downs with an honorary membership. The event was held […]

Gardner-Webb President William Downs Hosts Panel to Discuss Media’s Changing Landscape

Local and Regional Journalists will Seek to Answer Questions to Why the Media Still Matters BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Podcasts, blogs, social media channels—the media in America and around the world is evolving. To discuss the media’s changing landscape, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William Downs has invited a panel of local and regional journalists to campus. “Media […]

Nine Young Women Compete for the Title of Miss Gardner-Webb

Alumnae Mentor Contestants in Workshop Before the Event BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Held in honor of Women’s History Month, the focus of the Miss Gardner-Webb Pageant is “women empowerment, confidence, grace and sisterhood,” said coordinator, Jessika Raduly, associate director of Student Engagement. The pageant features nine young women, who will vie for the title on March 27 […]

Wake Tech and Gardner-Webb University Officials Announce New Transfer Partnership

Wake Tech Students Can Complete Online Bachelor of Science in 10 Programs at GWU BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In a special online ceremony, Wake Tech Community College and Gardner-Webb University signed multiple articulation agreements making it possible for Wake Tech students who earn one of 10 Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees to complete a Bachelor of […]

Esther Porter Named Interim Associate Vice President for Human Resources

Porter Has Been Employed by the University Since 2016 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Tim Shuey, Gardner-Webb University vice president of Finance and Administration, has named Esther Porter as interim associate vice president of Human Resources, effective immediately. Most recently, Porter served the University as a human resources generalist.    As interim associate vice president, Porter will lead and […]

Jody Brent Raduly ‘91

Alumnus goes back to GWU for degree in Physical Education “All of my professors truly cared about my success in academics as well as my success in life. I was not just taking a class that these individuals were teaching. These individuals were placed in my path to guide me to meet my greatest potential […]

Peter Strickland ’97

Gardner-Webb helped alumnus earn degrees in Music Education and Composition “I had access to quality professors in a setting that allowed us to get up close and personal with the material presented as well as the practical applications that would come after graduation.” Peter Strickland, a 1997 alumnus of Gardner-Webb University, is an educator because […]

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Abbie Miller Mitchell

Professor Emerita of Music Abbie Miller Mitchell (1907-2002) was born in Lamar, Colo., to Abbie Ellis Dawson and Marvin Miller. Her mother was a musician; her father worked in a business school. The family moved to Owensboro, Ky., where Mitchell spent her formative years. Mitchell graduated from Owensboro High School in 1924. She furthered her […]

Dr. Franki Bailey Burch

Professor Emerita of Education During her 26 years at Gardner-Webb University, Dr. Franki Bailey Burch, was a faculty member, dean of Graduate Studies and associate provost for Professional and Graduate Studies. She retired in 2023 as coordinator of the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership program and was named Professor Emerita of Education. The daughter […]

ESTIMATE COST FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

The 2023-2024 Cost of Attendance table below is used to determine eligibility for all financial aid funding. These amounts reflect reasonable estimated costs for a half-time, online, graduate student for 12 months. The Cost of Attendance is an estimate of those educational expenses as determined by the Department of Education regulations for enrollment at Gardner-Webb. […]

Architecture

What can I do with a Major in Architecture? Residential Architecture Job Types Employers Strategies Commercial/Institutional Architecture Job Types Employers Strategies Education Job Types Employers Colleges and universities Strategies Related Professions Job Types Employers Strategies Strategies for Placement in Architecture Prepared by the Career Planning staff of Career Services at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. […]

What Can I Do With This Major?

The “What Can I Do with this Major” tool is a great way to explore how areas of interest connect with careers. Choose any of the options listed below to learn more about careers related to the areas of study.  For each option that interests you, you can find an outline of common career areas, […]

Bulldog Stories

Current students and recent alumni share perspectives on the culture of learning and achievement at Gardner-Webb. Karely Chavez-Callejas ’21 Health Care Management “One of the most important things Gardner-Webb has taught me is how to advocate for myself. Our professors make themselves available to us, but we have to be the ones that seek help. […]

History and Traditions

Gardner-Webb University History The institution first opened its doors to students in 1907 as a boarding high school operated and supported by the Kings Mountain and Sandy Run Baptist Associations. As a high school, junior college, senior college, and beginning in 1993 as a university, the school has sought to provide quality education in a […]

Housing and Residence Education

Services & Community Standards Introduction to Housing and Residence Education Living on campus is an important element of the Gardner-Webb University experience. As such, Housing and Residence Education strives to foster an environment that encourages academic success, personal growth and spiritual development. Gardner-Webb University sets high community and academic standards which challenge students to invest […]

History and Mission

Gardner-Webb University History The institution first opened its doors to students in 1907 as a boarding high school operated and supported by the Kings Mountain and Sandy Run Baptist Associations. As a high school, junior college, senior college, and beginning in 1993 as a university, the school has sought to provide quality education in a […]

The Searight Multicultural Leadership Award

SMLA Financial assistance will be available to all students who are enrolled and pursuing the Searight Leadership Certificate. The endowed Leadership Award shall provide need- and merit-based financial support to first-generation college students who exhibit an aptitude and an appetite for leadership. This award will provide access to the knowledge and skills that will enable […]

History and Mission

About Gardner-Webb University The institution first opened its doors to students in 1907 as a boarding high school operated and supported by the Kings Mountain and Sandy Run Baptist Associations. As a high school, junior college, senior college, and beginning in 1993 as a university, the school has sought to provide quality education in a […]

Immigration Information

During your stay in the U.S., you will be asked to comply with various government regulations that apply to students on F- 1/J-1 visas. If you have questions regarding your immigration status, please contact the ISS immediately. DO NOT rely on friends, professors or staff in your academic department for advice on immigration matters. While […]

Theandra (Thea) Thompson

Theandra “Thea” Thompson is the Associate Vice President of Web & Digital Communications. She leads a team of professionals that manages the main university website, social media channels and email communication. Prior to joining Gardner-Webb in January 2020, she previously worked as a digital analyst at Masco Retail Support Services and Food Lion Corporate as […]

Celebrating The Year of the Nurse

Hunt School of Nursing Recognizes Contributions of Faculty and Students As nurses around the world are on the frontlines of caring for patients with the Coronavirus, it’s appropriate that even before the pandemic began, 2020 was designated as the “Year of the Nurse.” The declaration by the World Health Assembly celebrates the 200th anniversary of […]

Gardner-Webb Names 2022 Distinguished Alumni

Patrick Woody, ’03, and Kitty Hoyle, ’15, Honored during Homecoming BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb honored two outstanding members of the University family with induction into the GWU Gallery of Distinguished Alumni during 2022 Homecoming activities Oct. 28-30. Since 1957, the Gallery of Distinguished Alumni has recognized and honored Gardner-Webb alumni, who have made significant contributions in […]

Gardner-Webb Hires Assistant Professor for Cybersecurity Program

Oscar Gonzalez has 22 years of Experience Teaching in the Field BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb’s administration has announced the hiring of a new lead faculty member for cybersecurity. Oscar Gonzalez will serve as assistant professor of computer science in the Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences. He has 22 years of experience teaching information technology, which […]

Gardner-Webb Begins Academic Year with Traditional Fall Convocation

Program Recognizes Students’ Achievements and Includes Remarks from Teaching Award-Winner Dr. Elizabeth Amato and President Dr. William M. Downs BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University celebrated the beginning of the 2023 academic year with the Fall Convocation. Awards were presented to 56 students, and the 2021-2022 winner of the Excellence in Teaching award, Dr. Elizabeth Amato, issued […]

Gardner-Webb’s Master of Science in Nursing Program Begins 8-Week Format in 2024 Fall Term

Change Allows Students to Complete their Degree in One Year BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Gardner-Webb University is changing to an eight-week format with the 2024 Fall Term. Courses will follow the Gardner-Webb online schedule. The program is designed to be flexible, which gives students the option of completing […]

Selected for ‘The Show’

Mason Miller, Selected in Third Round of MLB Draft by the Oakland Athletics Contributing writer Jacob Conley Gardner-Webb pitcher Mason Miller thought his baseball career was finished and was all set to enter the world of finance. However, Miller’s suit will be on the hanger a little longer in favor of a MLB uniform. He […]

Building Life Champions

Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich Named VP and Director of Athletics “I have great confidence that Andrew Goodrich will lead Gardner-Webb athletics into a new and highly successful era,” said GWU President William Downs. “He has vision, tenacity, experience, and an appetite for building championship programs. The passion is palpable, and everyone who meets Andrew will […]

Chris Coffey ’17

Semester in Washington, D.C., gave GWU alumnus valuable experience in music industry “I can honestly say that every professor in the music department has made some impact on my life, whether they know it or not.” During his last semester at Gardner-Webb University, Chris Coffey ’17 worked with one of the top music businesses in […]

Coronavirus FAQs

About the Virus What is the Novel Coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a large group of viruses that can cause illness in animals and humans. Some coronaviruses commonly circulate in the United States, and usually cause upper respiratory symptoms such as cough or runny nose, although some can cause more serious illness. The 2019 Novel (new) Coronavirus […]

Glenn Bottoms

Professor Emeritus of Economics and Management Dr. Glenn Bottoms was born one of five children to Ary Glenn Bottoms and Emily Blackman Bottoms in 1946 in Emory, Ga., and passed away on May 12, 2023. He always assumed he would be a teacher. Three generations before him taught science, and he had ancestors that taught […]

E. Eugene Poston

Eighth President, 1961-1976 Before becoming the eighth president of Gardner-Webb, Dr. Eugene Poston had served as chairman of the religion department of the College. Dr. Phil Elliott had announced that he would retire on Aug. 1, 1961. A selection committee had recommended to the trustees that Poston become president upon Elliott’s retirement. The trustees unanimously […]

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Gardner-Webb Hosts Panel Discussion for Women’s History Month

BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Women gained the right to vote in 1920, the Equal Pay Act became law in 1963, and the Civil Rights Act passed in 1964. How did these historical moments affect local women? To celebrate Women’s History Month and explore these topics and others, the Gardner-Webb Office of Multicultural Affairs is hosting, “Generational Panel: […]

Members of Gardner-Webb Alpha Chi Participate in Virtual National Convention

Rising Senior Grace Burgin Awarded Region III Scholarship BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University Alpha Chi members recently participated in the National Convention, which was held virtually this year. Rising senior Grace Burgin, of Iron Station, N.C., was awarded a Region III scholarship. A biology major, Burgin presented a paper that examined how fetal nutrition and development […]

Four Gardner-Webb Alumni Recognized as Distinguished Alumni of the Year

Honorees include Dr. Patricia Palmer, Rear Adm. Terry Eddinger, Jon-Eric Sullivan and Dr. Kimberly Moore BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb honored outstanding members of the University family as GWU’s 2021 Distinguished Alumni of The Year during Homecoming activities on Oct. 23. Since 1957, The Gallery of Distinguished Alumni has honored alumni who have made significant contributions in […]

GWU Officials Announce Naming of Searight PACE Program, Leadership Certificate and Award

Rev. Johnny L. and Mrs. Shirley P. Searight Desire to Assist Students with Financial Needs BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Raised on a farm in Alabama, an imaginative child made a basketball from scraps, taught himself how to play and earned a scholarship to college. Now, that child, the Rev. Johnny L. Searight, and his wife, Shirley P. […]

Each Member of Gardner-Webb’s Delegation to National Alpha Chi Convention is a Winner

Students Bring Home Top Prizes in Scholarships and Collaborative Research Competition BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—At the Alpha Chi National Convention and centennial celebration, delegates from Gardner-Webb University made their own history. Held recently in Austin, Texas, all five students from GWU were recognized with an award and a monetary prize. Moreover, two students from GWU—Caleb Etchison […]

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, […]

Celebrating Alumni – Health Care Administrator Brian Gwyn

2003 Alumnus Named President of Mercy Health-Cincinnati BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Students are the focus of Gardner-Webb University’s mission. Faculty members seek to engage students with unique, experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for their next steps. Whether they choose to begin a career or accept the academic challenges of graduate school, students are equipped with the […]

Gardner-Webb Offers On-Campus Undergraduate Courses for Summer 2023

Register Now for First Session Beginning May 17 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University is offering both traditional and online courses for the 2023 Summer Terms. By coming to the Boiling Springs campus or to GWU’s Charlotte Center for either one or two of the terms, students can make progress toward their degrees while learning from professors […]

Through Global Partnerships, Gardner-Webb Offers Several Opportunities to Study Abroad

Santiago Agreda-Martinez and Jordan Joseph are Among 29 Students Participating in Programs in 2023-24 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—After studying German at Gardner-Webb University with professor Dr. Bernhard Martin, Santiago Agreda-Martinez and Jordan Joseph applied to study abroad in Mannheim, Germany. They began their adventure on July 31. Joseph will stay for two semesters, and Agreda-Martinez will […]

Gardner-Webb Offers On-Campus Undergraduate Courses for Summer 2024

Register Now for the First Session Beginning May 22 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University is offering both traditional and online courses for the 2024 Summer Terms. By coming to the Boiling Springs campus or GWU’s Charlotte Center for either one or both terms, students can make progress toward their degrees while learning from professors in smaller […]

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This course provides an in-depth exploration of supply chain management, emphasizing the critical role it plays in achieving organizational success and competitiveness. Students will gain insights into the key components of supply chain processes, from procurement to distribution, and develop a solid foundation in the principles and best practices of supply chain management . Instructors Kaddra […]

November 2019: Launching a New Strategic Plan

Gardner-Webb University is now due for its next five-year plan.  GWU 2020-2025 will map out our institutional priorities and help guide resource allocations across a range of essential areas.  Too frequently, complex organizations such as universities can get so mired in the daily minutiae that they fail to take time to think big…to aspire…to dream.  We are […]

April 2020: GWU’s Healthcare Heroes

Heroes. In the best of times, that word gets bandied about casually and is far too often overused. Today, as we inch forward toward what we hope is the end of a protracted pandemic, the notion of heroism takes on sharpened clarity. There is no question but that the heroes of 2020 are the frontline […]

Claude Douglas ‘Doug’ Bryan

Associate Provost Emeritus for Student Success Dr. Claude Douglas Bryan is the son of Rudolph and Beatrice Bryan. Born in 1954, he spent his childhood surrounded by the rugged beauty of Greenwood, S.C. The oldest of three children, he became the first in his immediate family to pursue postsecondary education. Once he started school, he […]

Molly Allison

I am so glad to be a part of your college search. I am here to help in making this process as seamless and stress-free as possible. I hope that I can help you to become a part of this amazing community and family at GWU! My favorite part of college was making life-long connections […]

Joseph (Joe) Barber

Barber enjoyed a successful season as head coach at Milligan University in 2022, leading the Buffaloes to a 10-3-7 record, a first-place conference finish and a berth in the NAIA National Tournament.The Leeds, England, native was named Appalachian Athletic Conference Coach of the Year for his efforts. Milligan recovered from an 0-2-3 start to carry […]

Ryan W. Erck

Dr. Ryan W. Erck is the executive director of Student Success. Previously, he worked in various roles at Baylor University, including program director and full-time lecturer. He also worked in the areas of student success initiatives and student-athlete academic services. Prior to that, he worked at Texas A&M University within the areas of new student and family […]

First-Generation College Student Appreciates Professors Who Create a Supportive Learning Environment

When Karely Chavez-Callejas, of Hickory, N.C., graduates from Gardner-Webb University in 2021, she will fulfill a dream for herself and her parents, who arrived in America from Mexico 20 years ago. They were looking for a better life for themselves and their future children. Karely will be the first in her family to earn a […]

GWU Officials Name New VP for Student Development and Dean of Students

Lesley Villarose Begins her Responsibilities at Gardner-Webb on January 11, 2021 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—After a nationwide search, Gardner-Webb University officials have named a new vice president for Student Development and dean of students. Lesley Villarose, dean of students at Averett University in Danville, Virginia, will begin her responsibilities at GWU on January 11, 2021. She […]

Gardner-Webb University Students Join Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society

Degree Completion Program Sponsors New Members of Organization BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University faculty and staff recently held an informal induction for 15 new members of the Gamma Beta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda honor society. The students joined the society as representatives of the Degree Completion Program. Officials hope to have a formal in-person […]

GWU Campus Community Invited to Webb Connections Panel Discussion on April 20

Moderated by President Dr. William Downs, Panelists will Explore Impacts of Christian Higher Education BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs invites the campus community to attend the final Webb Connections event for the semester, “A Revival in Christian Higher Education: Building A Bigger Tent.” Webb Connections is an informative series hosted by Downs […]

Gardner-Webb Library Hosts Discussion Inspired by PBS Series on the Black Church

Panelists Include Alumni who are Pastors and Divinity School Professor BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Inspired by the recent PBS series, “The Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song,” the John R. Dover Memorial Library is hosting a panel discussion on Thursday, Oct. 14, at 7 p.m. in Stewart Hall of Tucker Student Center at […]

Family with Close Connections to Gardner-Webb Establishes Scholarship

The Dr. J. Eric and Teresa Davis Family Scholarship Available to Students in all Educational Disciplines BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—A family with five alumni and an employee with nearly two decades of service to Gardner-Webb University recently established a new scholarship. The Dr. J. Eric and Teresa Davis Family Scholarship will be available to any student. […]

Degree Completion Student’s Values Align with Gardner-Webb’s Mission

Lee Stiles, ’22, Serves the Community Through his Job and Non-Profit Organization Whether on the job or in his free time, Lee Stiles of Morehead City, N.C., can be found helping people in the community. Stiles, who works full time with the Onslow County Health Department, is a student in the Gardner-Webb University Degree Completion […]

Gardner-Webb Announces Lawrence Brinson as New Director of Diversity and Inclusion

Chosen After a Nationwide Search, Brinson Brings Over 20 Years of Experience as an Educator and Leader BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University officials have announced that Lawrence Brinson has accepted the position of Director of Diversity and Inclusion. Brinson, of Huntersville, N.C., was chosen after a nationwide search and will begin his new role on April […]

Gardner-Webb Spring Commencement Programs on May 6-7 will Recognize Over 500 Graduates

Power 5 Basketball Coach Chris Holtmann is Speaker for All University Program on May 6 College or School Recognition Events Held at Various Times on May 7 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University academic officials are pleased to announce over 500 students will receive degrees during spring commencement exercises held on May 6 and 7. Students will […]

GWU Alumnus Gets Boost in his Career from NASCAR Hall-of-Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Broadcasting and Sim Racing Gives Blake McCandless, ’17 and ’20, Chance to Race for Real “Every role no matter how small is important to the common goal”—this is the mantra that Blake McCandless lives by. While building his talents as a broadcaster, the two-time alumnus of Gardner-Webb University has taken every opportunity to learn. He […]

Gardner-Webb was College of First Choice for Chemistry Major, Whitney Upton, ’24

Daughter of Alumna Appreciates Financial Assistance Provided by Foothills Commitment BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Whitney Upton, ’24, a chemistry major at Gardner-Webb University, attends three classes at GWU this summer and works at Rutherford Sales & Recovery Co. in Forest City, N.C. She looks forward to the fall semester, being back on campus full time and reconnecting […]

Gardner-Webb President Announces New Vice President for Enrollment Management

Dean T. Clark Brings 20 Years of Experience Working at Private Faith-Based Liberal Arts Institutions BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb President William Downs has named Dean T. Clark, of Derby, Kan., as the University’s new Vice President for Enrollment Management. Clark comes to GWU with 20 years of experience working in private faith-based liberal arts institutions and […]

Celebrating Alumni-Dr. Mamadi Corra

Gardner-Webb Alumnus Publishes His First Book on African Immigrants in the United States BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Students are the focus of Gardner-Webb University’s mission. Faculty members seek to engage students with unique, experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for their next steps. Whether they choose to begin a career or accept the academic challenges of graduate […]

Gardner-Webb Team Serves Families at Give Kids The World Village

Nonprofit Resort Provides Cost-Free Vacations to Children Dealing with a Terminal or Chronic Illness BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Over fall break, seven students and three adults representing Gardner-Webb University volunteered at Give Kids the World Village (GKTWV) in Orlando, Fla. Each child who comes to the Village is dealing with a terminal or chronic illness. Eligible children […]

Gardner-Webb Recognizes Over 500 Summer and Fall 2022 Graduates

Nearly 300 Set to Participate in Ceremony on Dec. 10 to Celebrate Conferring of Degrees BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University will officially award over 500 degrees for the 2022 Summer and Fall Semesters, and nearly 300 graduates will participate in Commencement Exercises on Saturday, Dec. 10. The ceremony is set to begin at 9 a.m. in […]

Through GWU’s Webb in Washington, Moryah Snype Connects with People Around the World

Senior Grateful for Opportunity to Learn and Gain Professional Experience BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb Senior Moryah Snype applied to Webb in Washington in 2022 because as a political science and international affairs major, she wanted to meet people from other countries. Her living and learning experience in the Nation’s Capital met her goal, providing her with […]

Gardner-Webb Team Serves Children with Critical Illnesses and Their Families

Group of 14 Volunteers at Give Kids the World Village in Orlando, Fla. BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—A team of 14 from Gardner-Webb University spent their fall break scooping ice cream, serving food, and giving hugs and high fives at Give Kids the World Village (GKTW) in Orlando, Fla. This 84-acre, non-profit resort serves children with a […]

New Gardner-Webb UNIV 111 Class Includes Mentoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

First-Year Experience Course Supported by a Grant from North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Groups of three or four students work quietly at long tables in a Gardner-Webb University UNIV 111 class. They examine tiny plastic pieces—the parts to a solar-powered robot—and study the instructions to determine how the piece fits into the […]

Gardner-Webb University Names Cris Reisert Head Football Coach

Reisert to be Introduced to Campus and Community in News Conference on Dec. 14 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—University President Dr. William M. Downs has named Cris Reisert as Gardner-Webb’s next head football coach. An introductory news conference is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 14, at 11 a.m. in the Gardner-Webb Football Center at Spangler Stadium. “Ours was […]

Gardner-Webb University Welcomes New Head Football Coach Cris Reisert

Reisert Promises to Build a Winning Program and Transformative Student Experience BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University welcomed new Head Football Coach Cris Reisert on Thursday, Dec. 14. Students, student-athletes, faculty and staff were joined by alumni, the community and media for the event held in the GW Football Center at Spangler Stadium. Before introducing Reisert, President […]

Gardner-Webb Welcomes Representatives of The Golden LEAF Foundation

Members of the Foundation’s Staff and Board Meet with Scholarship Recipients and Tour Campus BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs and the Office of Advancement welcomed representatives of the Golden LEAF Foundation to campus recently. After touring the campus, they met with recipients of the foundation’s scholarships. Currently there are 15 Golden LEAF […]

Gardner-Webb University Senior Art Majors Display Their Works in Ali Pouryousefi Gallery

Show by Isabel Gallimore, MaryEvelyn Murray and Megan Addington on Exhibit Through April 12 BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Works by Gardner-Webb seniors Isabel Gallimore, MaryEvelyn Murray and Megan Addington will be featured in the Ali Pouryousefi Gallery in Tucker Student Center through April 12. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday […]

Alex Hinsey Named Gardner-Webb’s Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

Former Coach of Mary Washington Eagles Led Team to Back-to-Back NCAA Appearances BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs has named Alex Hinsey the next head coach of the GWU women’s volleyball program, the Department of Athletics announced on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Hinsey joins GWU after four seasons as the head coach at […]

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