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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 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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  After a Year of World-Shifting Events, Class of 2021 Ready to Celebrate Achievements

  Office of University Communications

  Amidst the sickness, grief, uncertainty, and civil unrest of 2020 and 2021, Gardner-Webb University’s graduating seniors have persevered. They endured quarantine, remote learning, mask wearing and social distancing, but now it’s time to celebrate their accomplishments—and bright futures.

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  In late 60s, Gardner-Webb Gave Professors, Like Tony Eastman, Incentive to Earn Doctorates

  Office of University Communications

  To our readers: Gardner-Webb University celebrates a historic milestone in 2021—the 50th anniversary of senior college status. Transitioning to a four-year college in 1971 was the result of 10 years of planning and meeting goals. To celebrate this anniversary, Gardner-Webb will publish a series of articles highlighting the stories of former faculty, staff, alumni and supporters who experienced this significant achievement.

  Dr. Tony Eastman, professor emeritus of history, came to Gardner-Webb in 1966 expecting to teach at the junior college level. Not long after his arrival, he began hearing of a possible transition to a four-year college.

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  Gardner-Webb and Richmond Community College Officials Expand Co-Admission Agreements

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb University officials recently expanded co-admission agreements with Richmond Community College (RichmondCC). Leaders from the two institutions recently signed “Bulldog Bound,” a direct-entry admission program.

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  Sixth Annual #DoubleDawgDay Secures Investments in Gardner-Webb’s Future

  Office of University Communications

  The sixth annual #DoubleDawgDay on April 29 was a record-breaking success, exceeding last year’s total with 757 gifts raising $315,597. Each gift will have a direct and lasting impact on the success of Gardner-Webb University and its students.