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GWU Hosts Math and Science Academies Sponsored by Stonecutter Foundation in Spindale, N.C.
Office of University Communications
Teenagers from area high schools spent a week on the Gardner-Webb University campus recently applying math and science concepts in business, financial, biological, and forensic settings. The Math and Science academies are sponsored by the Stonecutter Foundation in Spindale, N.C.
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GWU’s Year-round, Online Classes Allowed Teacher Assistant to Earn Degree in Five Semesters
Office of University Communications
When Melissa Ramsey, of Shelby, N.C., walked across the stage at Gardner-Webb University’s May 2021 commencement, she crossed a start-finish line. Completing a 16-year journey, the teacher assistant received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. At the same time, she took the first step on her new adventure as a third-grade teacher.
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Exhibit by GWU Art Professor Featured on July 8-Aug. 12 at Cleveland County Arts Council
Office of University Communications
A collection of 26 sculptures by Doug Knotts, professor and chair of the Gardner-Webb University Department of Visual Arts, views racial tensions across the country through the lens of historical elements from African culture. The terra cotta pieces, called “Unarmed African American Portrait Heads,” will be on display July 8-Aug. 12 at the Cleveland County Arts Council, 111 S. Washington St., Shelby, N.C. Gardner-Webb serves as an Affiliate Member for the Arts Council.
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Gardner-Webb Offers Boiling Springs Fire Department Training Opportunity on June 30
Office of University Communications
Boiling Springs Fire Department will conduct a series of training exercises over the next few days at the former Hardee’s location, 206 S. Main St. The event will conclude with a controlled burn on June 30 that will interrupt traffic flow in the evening. This property was purchased by Gardner-Webb University in January. An announcement about redevelopment plans for future GWU use will be made soon.
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Professor Emeritus Began Teaching at Gardner-Webb in 1967 When First Baccalaureate Class Were Freshmen
Kathryn Manning
Dr. Robert Morgan, professor emeritus of French and mathematics, first arrived at Gardner-Webb in 1967. Having previously taught at a high school, then Wingate Junior College, he shared that the shift to senior college at Gardner-Webb only made sense. “I was so happy!” he said quite emphatically. Laughing, he continued, “I was probably one of the most excited people about our becoming a senior college, because I had just come to Gardner-Webb when the ones who ultimately got a baccalaureate in ‘71 were freshman students, so that made a wonderful time to be there.”
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Gardner-Webb Offers Scholarship Programs to Christian Churches and Organizations
Office of University Communications
In 2019, Gardner-Webb University officials announced a substantial expansion of Church-Matching and Minister’s Dependent scholarship programs. That year, only three students had received funds through these avenues. Since announcing the commitment, more than 50 students have been awarded over $250,000 in aid.
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Gardner-Webb University Announces Tuition Freeze For Third Year
Office of University Communications
For the third year in a row, Gardner-Webb University has announced a freeze on tuition for traditional undergraduate students enrolled in the Boiling Springs campus program. The freeze will apply to incoming freshmen, transfer students and current undergraduates for fall 2021.
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Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps Returns to the Field After Nearly Two Years
Office of University Communications
After nearly two years, Carolina Crown returns to the performance field on July 10 to present an evening of celebration and fun. The production, “Project21: In My Mind,” will be in Spangler Stadium, 150 Stadium Drive, at Gardner-Webb University. Gates to CrownLIVE will open at 6:30 p.m. with the live performance starting at 8:30 p.m. in the stadium. The show will include features by individual sections of the Corps as well as the full 2021 production.
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GWU Alumna’s Undergraduate and Divinity Degrees Prepared Her for Ministry in Sweden
Office of University Communications
How did a little girl, who grew up in Hickory, N.C., end up 4,436 miles away, serving as a missionary in Stockholm, Sweden, for 16 years? “It’s totally Jesus,” asserted Jordana Hart Surell. She was 9 years old when she accepted Jesus as her Savior and Lord. She promised to follow Him, even when His directions didn’t make sense.
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GWU’s Academics and Extracurricular Activities Prepared Alumna for Graduate School and Optometry Field
Office of University Communications
Recruited by the Gardner-Webb Swim Team, Dr. Jessica Cameron, ’08, came to the University for more than its competitive swim program. The Florida native was also drawn to the campus and its people. “I fell in love with the beauty of the campus, the friendly and personal faculty, and small classroom sizes,” Cameron affirmed.
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GWU Accounting Instructor Competes in his First Half Ironman
Office of University Communications
Exhausted, Ghassan Antonios Dib, Gardner-Webb University accounting instructor, was in Panama City just a few miles away from completing his first half Ironman, a total distance of 70.3 miles. His muscles started to cramp when he was 8 miles into the last segment, a 13.1-mile run. “Those last 5 miles were brutal with pain,” Dib shared. “At the finish line, I was the happiest person in the world.”
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More than 2,000 Children to Attend CentriKid Camps on Gardner-Webb Campus
Office of University Communications
More than 2,000 children, along with their adult leaders, will visit Gardner-Webb University this summer as the campus hosts CentriKid, an overnight camp for third- through sixth-graders. Through July 23, nine different groups will attend to participate in fun activities while learning about the message of Jesus Christ.
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GWU and Video Production Partner, Kim Brattain Media, Win Silver Telly Award
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University and its video production partner, Kim Brattain Media (KBM) in Charlotte, N.C., won a Silver Telly Award for the video, “This is Gardner-Webb Football.” Produced during 2020, the film was created to build excitement for the fall 2020 football season.
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Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps Returns to Gardner-Webb for Training Camp
Office of University Communications
After cancelling camp and its touring season last summer, Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps will return to Gardner-Webb University on June 5 for an intense month of learning. The group, which includes 184 members, 40 teaching staff, and 10 administrators plus athletic training staff, will be on campus until July 10.
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Gardner-Webb Honors Fallen Alumni During Its First Memorial Day Prayer Service
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University held its first Memorial Day Prayer Service on May 28 in front of E.B. Hamrick Memorial Hall. The event honored the heroes—from the GWU community and elsewhere—who gave their lives in service to their country.
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Alumna Shares Her GWU Marching Band Experience with Area Band Directors
Office of University Communications
Julia DeSerio, 2018 alumna and current Miss Gastonia, loved music so much that she participated in both chorus and band programs throughout high school and as a student at Gardner-Webb University. Recently, DeSerio, spoke at a dinner for marching band directors about the relaunch of the GWU Bulldog Marching Band program.
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GWU Will Rededicate Hamrick Hall During Its First Memorial Day Service on May 28
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University will hold its first Memorial Day Prayer Service on Friday, May 28, in front of E.B. Hamrick Memorial Hall to remember those from the GWU community and others who have died in military service to their country. Tracy Jessup, vice president for Christian Life and Service and senior minister to the University, will lead the event, which begins at 11:30 a.m.
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Members of Gardner-Webb Alpha Chi Participate in Virtual National Convention
Office of University Communications
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 are affected by a mother’s participation in fad diets. She conducted her research through the GWU Summer Undergraduate Research Scholar program.
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GWU Webb Connections Panel Discusses Trends in Christian Higher Education
Office of University Communications
In the final Webb Connections event for the semester, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William M. Downs welcomed a panel of guests to discuss, “A Revival in Christian Higher Education: Building A Bigger Tent.” Webb Connections is an informative series hosted by Downs and featuring experts discussing topics of national, regional and local interest.
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Gardner-Webb University Announces Dean’s List and Honor Roll
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University is pleased to announce its Dean’s List and Honor Roll in recognition of undergraduate students’ exemplary academic achievements during the Spring 2021 semester.
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GWU 10-Month MBA Students Achieve Success in Global Strategy Game
Office of University Communications
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, and Manuela Amanovic—placed their company, H Traction Athletics, into the top 100 performers. They competed against 1,589 teams from 99 colleges and universities located around the world.
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The Honors Experience Introduces High-Achieving High School Students to Gardner-Webb
Office of University Communications
High-achieving high school students who want a preview of college life are invited to attend The Honors Experience from July 18-23 on the main campus of Gardner-Webb University. This one-week college immersion program is for academically gifted and talented students who are currently in the ninth- through 11th-grade. Participants are automatically qualified to compete in the Gardner-Webb Ignite Excellence Scholarship program—the highest honor includes full tuition as well as room and board, totaling over $30,000 per year.
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Gardner-Webb Announces Recipients of Summer Undergraduate Research Grants
Office of University Communications
The Summer Undergraduate Research Scholars Program is specifically designed for students who are looking to broaden their horizons during the summer months. This summer, eight students have been awarded grants to stay on campus and work with a mentor to pursue their academic interests. Over a five-week period, they are expected to work 40 hours a week on their projects.
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Gardner-Webb Hosts 67th Academic Awards Day to Recognize Student Achievement BY OFFICE
Office of University Communications
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 one book for purchase by Gardner-Webb’s Dover Memorial Library. The book will be inscribed with the student’s name and the date of the award recognition.
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Gardner-Webb Recognizes Students for Service and Volunteerism
Office of University Communications
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 purchase by Gardner-Webb’s Dover Memorial Library. The book will be inscribed with the student’s name and the date of the award presentation.
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