Gardner-Webb NewsCenter Archive

This is the archive for Gardner-Webb's Newscenter, which is your source for updates and events happening on campus, as well as interesting stories about GWU students, faculty/staff and alumni. You'll also find stories about academic accomplishments and community service projects.

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Freshman Computer Science Major Celebrates His Heritage Through Poems, Stories and Film

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

Always strive for the greater—for you, and everyone around you,” challenged Issa Cogdell, a freshman computer science major. He appreciates how film, poetry, and literature are used to celebrate his heritage.
Gardner-Webb Offers On-Campus Undergraduate Courses for Summer 2024

Office of University Communications

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 classroom settings. Enrolling in an online course allows the undergraduate student to earn credits while travelling or working away from campus.
Gardner-Webb and the Town of Boiling Springs Host Four Bands for Webbstock ’24

Office of University Communications

Gardner-Webb University and the Town of Boiling Springs will host four bands at Webbstock ’24 on Saturday, April 20. Free performances are scheduled in the Brinkley Amphitheater and the Main Street stage. The festival opens at 11 a.m., and the first band performs at 1 p.m.
Senior Biology Major Creates Community Through Music

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

“Singing has been my entire life. It awakens my soul,” asserted Nadia Norman, president of the Gardner-Webb University Gospel Choir. By using her talented tenor voice, she is an inspiration to those around her.
Billy Graham’s Grandson, Will Graham, to Speak at Gardner-Webb Dimensions on March 26

Office of University Communications

Gardner-Webb’s Office of Christian Life and Service welcomes guest speaker Will Graham, the grandson of Billy Graham and oldest son of Franklin Graham, on March 26 at 9:30 a.m. The program, which is open to the public, is part of the University’s Dimensions series and will be held in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. Will’s visit comes more than five decades after Billy Graham visited Gardner-Webb’s campus on Feb. 23, 1971.
Eight Students Win Gardner-Webb’s Ignite Excellence Full-Tuition Scholarship

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

The winners of Gardner-Webb University’s most competitive academic scholarship—Ignite Excellence—have been announced. These eight high school seniors rose above the 288 top-ranked students who came from 19 states to participate in on-campus interviews.
‘Exhibit of Work,’ by Gardner-Webb Adjunct Instructor Matthew Jones Featured in Tucker’s Pouryousefi Gallery

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

Matthew Jones, adjunct art instructor in the Gardner-Webb University Department of Communication, Art & Design, presents a gallery show through March 8 in the Ali Pouryousefi Memorial Art Gallery in Tucker Student Center. The opening reception for the exhibit is today (Feb. 16) from 4 to 6 p.m.
Gardner-Webb ROTC Commander Receives Outstanding Instructor Award for 4th Brigade

Office of University Communications

Capt. Richard Taylor, Gardner-Webb University Army Reserve O!icers Training Corps (ROTC) Commander, received the Outstanding Instructor Award for the 4th Brigade. He was recognized from a group of instructors at 38 universities located in the District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Gardner-Webb’s Godbold College of Business Connects Students to Professionals

Office of University Communications

At least once a week, students in the Godbold College of Business have an opportunity to see how the concepts they study in the classroom apply to entrepreneurs, managers and others in business. Wednesday Experiential Learning (WEL) days started two years ago with input from Dr. Mischia Taylor, dean and assistant professor in the College of Business, and Micah Martin, director of the Center for Personal and Professional Development.
Wrestler Jha’Quan Anderson Wants to Inspire Others On and Of the Mat

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

“I want to be an example,” asserted Jha’Quan Anderson, a graduate student and wrestler at Gardner-Webb University. During the 2022-2023 wrestling season, Anderson finished with more than 20 wins and made his second appearance in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. Recently, he was named Southern Conference Wrestler of the Month and celebrated his 20th win for this season.
Gardner-Webb Theatre Department Presents ‘Sylvia’ Feb. 15-18

Office of University Communications and Ella Brown

The Gardner-Webb University Department of Theatre Arts presents “Sylvia,” a play by A.R. Gurney, Feb. 15-17 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 18 at 2:30 p.m. Directed by Department of Theatre Arts Professor and Chair, Dr. Chris Nelson, the play will be presented in the Millennium Playhouse, 141 S. Main St.
Gardner-Webb Hosts Ryan Burge for Greene Lectureship on March 5

Office of University Communications

National author and speaker, Ryan Burge, will be the guest speaker for the Greene Lectureship at Gardner-Webb University on Tuesday, March 5, in Dover Chapel. Burge is an expert on the “Nones” — religiously unaffiliated Americans — and has been featured in the “New York Times” and appeared on “60 minutes.”
Considering Who and What is Celebrated During Black History Month

Office of University Communications and Brandon Richmond

“What does Black History Month mean to me?” It’s a question that I asked myself a lot a few years ago. I have celebrated it for as long as I can remember. I remember my mother gathering my siblings and me together to watch various Black historical movies and documentaries, from “Roots” to the Maya Angelou documentary. My family would often spend February talking about Black history and going to various museums. And, all of this taught me what Black History Month means to Black people, but not always what it meant for me as an individual.
Gardner-Webb, CCC to Help Students Pursuing Cybersecurity Careers

Office of University Communications

Officials at Cleveland Community College (CCC) and Gardner-Webb University recently signed an agreement to establish a transfer process between the schools’ cybersecurity programs. CCC students who earn an Associate in Applied Science in information technology–cybersecurity will have direct entry into Gardner-Webb’s online undergraduate degree completion program to pursue a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity.
Gardner-Webb Mission Team will Assist in Medical Clinics in Eswatini

Office of University Communications

In May, Gardner-Webb University students and leaders will travel to Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) to assist in the medical clinics run by the Kudvumisa Foundation (https://www.kudvumisafoundation.org/). Impoverished families in this African country have little to no access to medical care and one of the world’s highest HIV/Aids prevalence rates. Over the last 15 years, with the help of generous donors and volunteers, the non-profit organization has built two clinics and maintains a mobile outreach van. The Foundation’s missionaries constantly strive to increase the number of families they serve.
Gardner-Webb Lacrosse Begins 10th Season on Feb. 11 in Spangler Stadium

Office of University Communications

Gardner-Webb Lacrosse begins its 10th season on Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. as the team hosts Vermont in Spangler Stadium for the season opener. Head Coach Kathleen Mirgon Crum and her new coaching sta! — Assistant Coach Annie Dombrowski and Graduate Intern Coach Jada Preston — are eager for the season to begin.
Gardner-Webb Homecoming Queen Encourages Those Around Her to Dream Big

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

"As a black female, I take pride in representing—and even empowering— other females of color. Obstacles will always come, that never means you have to stop pursuing your dreams,” asserted Gabby Bailey, Gardner-Webb’s 2023 Homecoming Queen.
Finish Your Degree with Gardner-Webb University Online

Office of University Communications

Gardner-Webb University Online offers 11 undergraduate degree completion programs that will start on March 7. Affordable and flexible, these bachelor degree programs allow those who have an associate’s degree or 24+ credits from a regionally-accredited institution to advance their education from wherever they are.
Gardner-Webb University Gospel Choir Shares a Message of Hope, Love and Unity

Office of University Communications and Isabella Brown

The Gardner-Webb University Gospel Choir has been an integral part of the university community for nearly three decades. The group was originally named the E. Jerome Scott Gospel Choir. Scott (https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/1950/), a former GWU vice president and dean of Student Development, passed away suddenly in May 1995.
Rivals Gardner-Webb and Charleston Southern Announce North-South BBQ Bowl

Office of University Communications

Gardner-Webb University and Charleston Southern University (CSU) announced today (Jan. 31) that the schools’ football programs will continue the Barbecue Bowl tradition started in 2021 with former Big South Conference opponent Campbell University. Beginning this season, the event will be renamed the North-South Barbecue Bowl
Eric Plunkett Resigns as Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

Office of University Communications

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach Eric Plunkett has resigned from his position, the Department of Athletics announced on Thursday. A national search for Gardner-Webb University’s next head coach has already begun.
Gardner-Webb Hosts Events to Celebrate Black History Month

Office of University Communications

During Black History Month in February, the Gardner-Webb University Office of Diversity and Inclusion led by Director Lawrence Brinson is sponsoring events to recognize the extraordinary contributions of Black individuals throughout history. University Communications will also highlight several students who are making a difference on campus and in their communities. Through their creative passions and leadership skills, these students honor their heritage and encourage others to achieve their dreams. Their stories will be shared in the GWU Newscenter (https://gardner-webb.edu/news/).
GWU Alumnus is Region 8 Principal of the Year

Office of University Communications

A lifelong resident of Rutherford County, N.C., Phil Rogers graduated from Gardner-Webb University in May 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in social studies education. That same year, he was hired to teach and coach baseball at R-S Central, where he had been a student teacher.
The Bechtler Ensemble Presents Distinguished Artist Concert on Jan. 30

Office of University Communications

The Gardner-Webb University Department of Music presents The Bechtler Ensemble as part of the Distinguished Artist Series on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m. in Hamrick Hall’s Blanton Auditorium. The ensemble is a string quartet featuring Tanja Bechtler, Joe Meyer (GWU faculty), Tatiana Karpova and Vasily Gorkovoy.
Gardner-Webb Honors Students Win Top Awards at National Conference in Chicago

Office of University Communications

Members of the Gardner-Webb University Honors Student Association recently attended the National Collegiate Honors Council annual conference in Chicago, Ill. Participating in the event were 1,800 honors students and administrators from colleges and universities across the United States. Only 20 awards were presented for research posters, and two students from Gardner-Webb placed in the top three.