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  Gardner-Webb University Honors Graduates During Fall Commencement on Dec. 11

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University awarded over 360 degrees during the 2021 Fall Commencement Exercises on Saturday, Dec. 11. The ceremony was held in the Paul Porter Arena of the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center, located on the campus of Gardner-Webb University.

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  Eight GWU Students Attend Fall Honors Conference

  Claire Allen

  Led by Honors Program Director and Professor of biology Dr. Tom Jones, eight Gardner-Webb University students from the Honors Student Association recently attended the National Collegiate Honors Council’s annual meeting in Orlando, Fla. Students presented Honors Thesis work, Summer Scholars research, and select special projects. Between presentations, they shared ideas about Gardner-Webb’s close ties to the surrounding community in an Idea Exchange.

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

  Office of University Communications

  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 on Nov. 14 in Blanton Auditorium.

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  Gardner-Webb University to Hold Fall Commencement Ceremonies on Dec. 11

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University will award over 360 degrees during the 2021 Fall Commencement Exercises on Saturday, Dec. 11. The ceremony is set to begin at 9 a.m. in the Paul Porter Arena of the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center, located on the campus of Gardner-Webb University. The morning ceremony will be streamed on The University’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.

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  Gardner-Webb’s Teacher Assistants to Teachers Program Helps Student Pursue Her Dream

  Sariana Miranda-Rosado

  Tishauna Gillard, a student in the Elementary Education for Teacher Assistants (TA) to Teachers program at Gardner-Webb University, became more involved in the world of education in 2016. She did what most concerned parents do when change is coming in their child’s school. Her son was in the third grade, and his school was merging with another. To prepare for the transition, the school system held meetings with parents and stakeholders. Gillard, who lives in Concord, N.C., went to a meeting and voiced her concerns. Afterward, the teachers asked her to join the Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Later, they asked her to apply for a TA position.

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  Campus Community Invited to ‘Meet the Deans’ of the GWU College of Arts & Sciences

  Office of University Communications

  The campus community is invited to “Meet the Deans” of the Gardner-Webb University College of Arts & Sciences (CoA&S) on Thursday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Tucker Student Center. Dr. Shawn Holt, dean, and Dr. Jennifer Buckner, recently named associate dean, will greet guests and provide information about the CoA&S. Sweet treats and warm beverages will be served, and fun crafts will also be provided.

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  Gardner-Webb The Magazine Available in Digital and Print Formats

  Office of University Communications

  The latest issue of Gardner-Webb The Magazine, recently mailed to GWU alumni and friends, is also available for viewing on the web. The publication offers the latest University news and specialty stories in a digital format.

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  Undergraduate Research Program Gives Scholar Time to Develop Creative Writing Skills

  Sariana Miranda-Rosado

  Since childhood, Sarah Goode has loved reading and writing stories—inspired by the way authors create images, retell ideas, and stir emotions. “I considered other pathways, like music and history, but writing was where I always found the most joy. At Gardner-Webb University, I’ve had the chance to hone my writing skills and deepen my understanding of the English language by being an English major,” Goode expressed.

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  Gardner-Webb’s November Webb Connections Honors Military and Their Families

  Office of University Communications

  While November is a month of thanksgiving, it’s also a month to recognize and honor the nation’s military members, veterans and their families for answering the call to serve. To recognize and honor the contributions and sacrifices of these dedicated individuals, Gardner-Webb University’s Webb Connections program on Nov. 18 focused on “Gardner-Webb and the Military Experience.” Hosted by GWU President Dr. William Downs, the video of the panel discussion premieres Nov. 26 at 5 p.m. on GWU’s YouTube channel and Facebook page and is available below.

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  GWU College of Education Doctoral Candidate Nominated by Students for Golden Apple Award

  Office of University Communications

  A doctoral candidate in the Gardner-Webb University College of Education was recently recognized by her students for making complicated lessons fun and being available to listen. Stacy Fuentes, a high school teacher in Union County, S.C., received the Golden Apple Award presented by WYFF News 4 and Ingles.

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  GWU Students Travel to Cataloochee Valley to Study Behavior of Elk

  Sariana Miranda-Rosado

  The fall of the year is one of best times to study the behavior of elk, and recently students in Jay Zimmer’s Animal Physiology class went to a perfect place to view them. Kalyn Wilson, McKenzie Trantham, Kelsie Burke and Victoria Young had the opportunity to view elks in their natural habitat. Starting at 5:20 a.m., the group traveled for about two and one-half hours to catch the herd rising from the bedding ground in the Cataloochee Valley of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

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  Community Invited to Attend Gardner-Webb’s Annual Festival of Lights Celebration

  Office of University Communications

  The community is invited to begin the celebration of the Christmas season at Gardner-Webb University’s Festival of Lights, which returns to a live event this year. A beloved Christmas tradition since 1984, the performances and festivities will be held on Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. in Dover Theatre. The program will include all the favorite activities that area families have enjoyed in the past—reading of the Christmas story, singing carols, and lighting luminarias and the Christmas tree.

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  GWU Orchestra Concert Features Premiere of Composition Written by Junior Caleb Etchison

  Office of University Communications

  The fall concert by the Gardner-Webb University Orchestra will feature the premiere of a composition written by junior Caleb Etchison and solos by two students and a professor. Joined by the Crest High School Chamber Orchestra, the performance will be on Monday, Nov. 22, at 8 p.m. in Dover Theatre.

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  Gardner-Webb’s November Webb Connections Honors Military and Their Families

  Office of University Communications

  As the nation honors its veterans during November, Gardner-Webb University’s Webb Connections program this month will focus on the contributions and sacrifices of military members and their families. Hosted by GWU President Dr. William Downs, “Gardner-Webb and The Military Experience,” will be held Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. in Stewart Hall of Tucker Student Center. The program is open to the public.

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

  Office of University Communications

  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. Searight, alumni of Gardner-Webb University, want to create educational opportunities for students in similar situations. With the help of the GWU Advancement team, they have established the Searight Leadership Certificate (SLC) and the Searight Multicultural Leadership Award (SMLA).

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  Gardner-Webb Campus Honors Military During Veteran’s Day Prayer Service

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb University campus and community celebrated Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, with a prayer service at 11 a.m. in Dover Chapel. In his opening remarks, President Dr. William Downs noted the significance of the date: “At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, in the 11th month in the year 1918, fighting ended in what we now know as World War I. The United States and its allies emerged victorious in the so-called great war, a war that was supposed to end all wars. And then a year later, American president Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11 as Armistice day, a day that would— in his words—be an opportunity for Americans to show their solemn pride in the heroism of those who died… and with gratitude for the victory.”

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  GWU Doctoral Student Recognized for his Commitment to Advancing Social Justice

  Office of University Communications

  A doctoral student in the College of Education at Gardner-Webb University has been honored by his undergraduate alma mater. L. Jameco McKenzie is a 2021 Distinguished Young Alumni for Methodist University (MU) in Fayetteville, N.C. A 2015 graduate of MU, McKenzie serves as a residential life coordinator for North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh and is pursuing a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership (DEOL) from GWU. He was recognized for his commitment to advancing social justice within and beyond higher education and student affairs.

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  Last Show for GWU Fall Theatre Season, ‘The Last Five Years,’ Presented in Millennium Playhouse

  Claire Allen

  Gardner-Webb University’s Department of Theatre Arts presents the final show of the 2021 Fall Season—”The Last Five Years”—a musical written by Jason Robert Brown and first performed in Chicago in 2001. In the words of the show’s director, Dr. Chris Nelson, assistant professor of theatre arts, this year is the “small musical year.” As such, it will be performed in the smaller Millennium Playhouse, located at 141 S. Main St., Boiling Springs.

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  No-Shave November Brings Awareness to Men’s Mental and Physical Health

  James P. Morgan

  Thanks to Jessika Raduly and Jared Roess with the Office of Student Engagement, Gardner-Webb University is joining the No-Shave November movement this year to shine a light on men’s health and mental health, including suicide.

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  Officials at Gardner-Webb and Gaston (N.C.) Christian School (GCS) Announce Dual Enrollment

  Office of University Communications

  Following their ongoing commitment to provide an affordable, world-class Christian education, officials at Gardner-Webb University have signed a Concurrent (Dual) Enrollment Agreement with Gaston (N.C.) Christian School (GSC). For the 2021-2022 school year, GWU and GSC are offering classes that can be taken concurrently for GCS high school credit and GWU college credit.

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  Alumnus’ Engineering Research Begins with Basic Math Principles Learned at Gardner-Webb

  Office of University Communications

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  Book by GWU Assistant Professor Dr. Aihua Zhang will be Released on Nov. 20

  Office of University Communications

  A new book by Dr. Aihua Zhang, assistant professor of history at Gardner-Webb University, will be released on Nov. 20. “Materializing a Gendered Modernity: The Beijing Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) (1927-1937),” can be pre-ordered at Amazon.

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  Undergraduate Researcher Gains Hands-on Lab Experience for Medical School

  Sariana Miranda-Rosado

  Research by a Gardner-Webb University student explored more efficient ways to turn kitchen waste into useful and possibly life-giving materials. Jordan Mitchell, ’23, tested various citrus fruits to determine which peelings produce the most limonene, a chemical that works as an eco-friendly disinfectant and pesticide—and has shown promise in the fight against cancer.

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  South Carolina Residents Can Now Show their Gardner-Webb Pride on a License Plate

  Office of University Communications

  The wait is over for Gardner-Webb University alumni who live in South Carolina and want to display their school pride on a license plate. South Carolina specialty license plates are now available through the S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The new Gardner-Webb S.C. plates allow supporters of Gardner-Webb to show school pride while providing financial support to GWU.

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

  Office of University Communications

  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 their fields of service and the communities in which they serve.