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  Gardner-Webb School of Performing and Visual Arts Presents Chamber Orchestra Event

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University School of Performing and Visual Arts is pleased to present the GWU Chamber Orchestra in concert on Monday, March 25 at 8 p.m. in the Kathleen Dover Theatre, located in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. The concert is free and open to the community. Concerto soloists performing at the event are students – Merrit Huff and Natasha Puplichhuisen on the flute and Hannah Blalock on the harp.

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  Gardner-Webb’s Godbold School of Business Adds New Graduate Studies Program (1)

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University’s Godbold School of Business is thrilled to announce that a Master of Wealth and Trust Management degree will begin this fall exclusively at the Charlotte, N.C. satellite location. The Master of Wealth and Trust Management degree is designed to prepare students for careers in trust management, financial planning, private equity, investment management, securities and financial regulation, risk management, and other sectors within the financial industry. “The program was created for students who desire to increase their credentials as a pathway to enter the wealth and trust management fields, and for those individuals who wish to advance their current careers within the financial industry,” said Dr. William Little, assistant professor of business and coordinator of the program at GWU.

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  Gardner-Webb Student’s Photography Recently Honored at Conference

  Office of University Communications

  The thought of winning a photography contest never crossed her mind. As a participant in the annual Southwestern Photojournalism Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, Gardner-Webb photojournalism major Heather Pendergraft (Stanley, N.C.) was simply excited to absorb information from some of the world’s most elite and accomplished photographers. But as they often do, one of life’s finest moments took her by complete surprise when her photo was chosen as the winner of more than 100 student submissions.

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  Gardner-Webb University GOAL Program Holding Open House Events

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University GOAL (Greater Opportunities for Adult Learners) program will conduct open house events at various satellite locations across North Carolina over the next several weeks. The information sessions are offered to potential and current students who would like to continue their college education and earn a degree. GOAL representatives will be on hand to answer questions and offer registration assistance for the summer and fall semesters.

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  Pastor, Author and Radio Personality to Speak at University’s Holy Week Service March 26 (1)

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University welcomes pastor, author and radio personality Dr. David Chadwick as the guest speaker for the upcoming Dimensions Program for the University’s Holy Week Service. The program will take place on Tuesday, March 26 at 9:25 a.m. in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. A native of North Carolina, Chadwick graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he played basketball and was a member of 1969 NCAA Final Four basketball team under Coach Dean Smith.

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  Veteran Political Reporter Rob Christensen to Visit Gardner-Webb University on March 25

  Office of University Communications

  Veteran political correspondent and author Rob Christensen will return to the campus of Gardner-Webb University on Monday, March 25 for a reception and guest lecture series at Hope Hall, located in the Tucker Student Center. A meet-and-greet time is planned from 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m., with the guest lecture beginning at 10 a.m. The event is being coordinated by GWU Distinguished Visiting Professor—and former N.C. Lieutenant Governor—Walter Dalton.

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  Gardner-Webb Magazine Receives Award of Excellence in Publications Writing (1)

  Office of University Communications

  A longtime publication of Gardner-Webb University was recently named an award-winner for writing excellence by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District III, which serves the southeastern United States. The Gardner-Webb Magazine (Vol. 46, Number 2) was honored with a CASE District III Award of Excellence in Publications Writing at their annual conference, held in Atlanta, Ga. The Gardner-Webb Magazine is the official magazine for Gardner-Webb University.

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  Tuba Player Sensation Tony Granados Performs March 19 at GWU

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University School of Performing and Visual Arts is proud to present a Distinguished Artist Concert featuring tuba player Tony Granados on Tuesday, March 19 at 8 p.m. in Blanton Auditorium, located in Hamrick Hall. The event is free and open to the public. Granados works as a freelance musician and occasionally performs with such groups as the North Carolina Symphony, N.C. Symphony Brass Quintet, the Carolina Brass Quintet, and Wilmington (N.C.) Symphony.

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  Teacher Education Career Fair Planned at Gardner-Webb on March 21

  Office of University Communications

  For the first time, Gardner-Webb University is opening up its annual Teacher Education Career Fair to the community at large. The fair is scheduled for March 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Stewart Hall, located inside Tucker Student Center. Licensed educators who are currently seeking employment are invited to participate in the event.

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  National Nutrition Month, Purposeful Running Group, and Hunt Scholarship Focus on Healthy Living

  Office of University Communications

  The month of March is recognized as National Nutrition Month and also marks the coming of the first day of spring. A group at Gardner-Webb University views this season as an opportune time to improve eating habits and exercise, while promoting and seeking support for a new scholarship which will also help spotlight these goals. National Nutrition Month, now in its 40th year, is an educational campaign sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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  Gardner-Webb University Dimensions Program Welcomes SIM USA President

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University Dimensions Program will welcome Bruce Johnson, president of SIM USA, to speak to the Gardner-Webb community on Tuesday, March 19 at 9:25 a.m. in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center’s Paul Porter Arena. SIM USA is an international mission organization with more than 1,600 active missionaries, representing more than 30 nationalities and serving in 60 countries, including Africa, Asia and South America. The missionaries make up a community of God’s people who delight to worship Him and are passionate about the Gospel, seeking to fulfill the mission of Jesus Christ throughout the world.

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  University Named to President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for Sixth Straight Year

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University has been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the sixth year in a row by the Corporation for National and Community Service. A formal announcement of the 2013 inductees was made during the American Council on Education annual Conference, held on March 4 in Washington, D.C. Gardner-Webb was one of just over 20 colleges and universities in North Carolina to make the distinguished list.

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  C.O. and Eliza Greene Lectureship to Feature Baptist Joint Committee Executive Director

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University School of Divinity will present a unique lecture on religious liberty and church-state separation as part of the annual C.O. and Eliza Greene Endowed Lectureship series, on March 25 from 9:15 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Stewart Hall of Tucker Student Center. Dr. J. Brent Walker, executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee, will serve as the keynote speaker for the event. Walker is the executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty (BJC) in Washington, D.C.

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  Holtmann, Newsome and Strange Earn Postseason Big South Honors

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb senior Tashan Newsome earned second-team All-Big South honors Sunday afternoon, and Chris Holtmann was named Big South Conference Coach of the Year. Sophomore guard Tyler Strange earned a spot on the Academic All-Big South squad. The postseason All-Big South Conference teams and awards were announced in advance of this week’s VisitMyrtleBeach.com Big South Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament in Conway, S.C.

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  Gardner-Webb Professor Urges Community to Look to the Skies

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University’s Dr. Don Olive invites astronomy enthusiasts and the public at large to look to the skies for a rare event. A couple of significant comets will be entering viewing range of Earth soon, with the first of the two scheduled for the first full week of March. “If you have binoculars at your house, you should be able to catch a glimpse of Comet PanSTARRS as early as Tuesday (March 5), said Olive, associate professor of physics and director of the Williams Observatory at GWU.

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  Gardner-Webb Professor Wins International Award from Broadcast Education Association

  Office of University Communications

  A unique Scottish-Gaelic short film written and produced by Gardner-Webb University Communication Studies Professor Dr. Jim Lawrence has received the Award of Excellence for a Narrative Video from the BEA (Broadcast Education Association). His film was an adaptation of the classic Edgar Allan Poe story The Tell-Tale Heart (An Cridhe Cabaireach). The BEA Festival of Media Arts is an international exhibition of award-winning university faculty and student works.

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  Community Invited to Annual Gardner-Webb Health Fair on Feb. 26

  Office of University Communications

  Dozens of local healthcare providers and organizations will be on hand to promote healthy living at Gardner-Webb’s annual health fair, scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Tucker Student Center. The event is free and open to the public. Every year, the GWU Health Fair enables students and members of the community to build relationships with local health agencies, promoting awareness about the latest health-related trends and offering the knowledge and resources necessary to pursue healthy lifestyles.

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  Trips to Washington D.C. Inspire and Motivate Gardner-Webb Students

  Office of University Communications

  The belief that “education is a staging ground for action” is conveyed in many ways at Gardner-Webb University. Most recently, the concept became more than just a theory discussed within the walls of a classroom as dozens of students participated in two separate trips to the nation’s capitol within a span of less than two months. One visit was academically driven, while the other helped advance a social issue important to many GWU students.

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  Gardner-Webb Faculty to Present “’S Wonderful: An Evening of Cabaret” Mar. 1-3

  Office of University Communications

  A select group of Gardner-Webb University faculty and friends will present “’S Wonderful: An Evening of Cabaret” with performances March 1-2 at 7 p.m. and a special matinee performance on March 3 at 2 p.m. in Gardner-Webb University’s Millennium Theatre (located behind the Communication Studies building). Due to a limited 75 seats per show, reservations are required. Written by Dr. Joseph Webb, professor of communication studies, ‘S Wonderful will feature Mary Roby, Jim Sansing, Don Hardin and Matt Whitfield as well as jazz pianist Phillip Howe, a former Gardner-Webb student.

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  Carolina Brass to Perform in Concert at Gardner-Webb University on Feb. 22

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University School of Performing and Visual Arts welcomes back internationally-acclaimed Summit recording artists Carolina Brass in concert Friday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Kathleen Nolan Dover Theatre. The national touring ensemble is known as the premier bass ensemble in the Southeast. “From the elegance and grace of beautiful classical music to the hard driving sound of big band, Carolina Brass’ combination of virtuosity and humor brings a fresh approach to great music of all types, engaging audiences in a vibrant and energetic musical experience,” said Dr. Patricia Sparti, Gardner-Webb University Professor of Music.

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  Gardner-Webb University Dimensions Program to Feature “Acts of Renewal”

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University Dimensions Program will welcome a husband and wife duo who use the mediums of theater and comic relief to deliver messages of the gospel on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 9:25 a.m. at Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center’s Paul Porter Arena. As part of “Acts of Renewal,” Jim and Carol Shores strive to create and produce excellent theater that glorifies God and leads audiences toward hope, goodness and hunger for God. They have performed at over 60 colleges and universities, including Harvard (Cambridge, Mass.), Asbury (Wilmore, Ky.) and Gordon Conwell Seminary (South Hamilton, Mass.).

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  Gardner-Webb University Theatre Offers Audition Workshop on Feb. 23

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb School of Performing and Visual Arts / Theatre Department will host an audition workshop on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. The workshop will be held in the Millennium Playhouse, located adjacent to the Communication Studies Hall. Participants will receive an acting coach for a 60-second monologue, assistance in building a professional resume and ten printed 8×10 headshots.

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  Life of the Scholar Multidisciplinary Conference Planned Saturday, Feb. 23 in Tucker Student Center

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University will host the Life of the Scholar Multidisciplinary Conference, an annual showcase of students’ undergraduate research on Saturday, Feb. 23 in the Tucker Student Center. The event is sponsored by the Life of the Scholar (LOTS), an informal but dedicated group of GWU professors and students who work to take from the classroom into the wider community, which includes support from the Undergraduate Research program. “LOTS Multidisciplinary Conference features several kinds of academic presentations, including research papers and creative work such as musical performances,” said Dr. June Hobbs, professor of English and LOTS member.

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  U.S. Representative Patrick McHenry to Visit Gardner-Webb University on Feb. 22

  Office of University Communications

  U. S. Representative Patrick McHenry will visit Gardner-Webb University on Friday, where he will meet with students, staff, and faculty members and serve as guest lecturer for the University’s American Government class. The event is planned from 9:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Stewart Hall of Tucker Student Center, located on the GWU campus. “We are pleased to have Congressman McHenry, who represents this area, lecture our American Government class,” said Walter Dalton, GWU distinguished visiting professor and former N.C. Lieutenant Governor.

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  Drummer Tom Sharpe of the World Famous Mannheim Steamroller to Perform at GWU on Feb. 19

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University School of Performing Arts will present a unique concert next week featuring world-famous percussionist Tom Sharpe. The event is planned Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 8 p.m. in Blanton Auditorium, located in Hamrick Hall on GWU’s main campus. Sharpe is an internationally recognized, award-winning composer, performer, and recording artist and serves as the drummer for the Grammy-winning group Mannheim Steamroller.