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  Gardner-Webb Mission Team Provides Medical Care for Refugees in Athens, Greece

  Office of University Communications and Ashley Rich

  A team consisting of two Gardner-Webb University faculty members and seven students traveled to Athens, Greece, to provide medical care for refugees from the surrounding area. For eight days in May 2023, the GWU mission team collaborated with local missionaries to help and encourage the people in need of care. Each member of the team shared that they walked away from the trip having learned something about their faith, themselves, and the impact that their service can have on the lives of others.

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  Eight Gardner-Webb Students Receive Grants for Focused Research

  Office of University Communications and Brandon Richmond

  Eight new scholars received grants from the Summer Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (https://gardner-webb.edu/academics/enrichment-programs/summer-research-scholars/), one of Gardner-Webb University’s academic enrichment opportunities. Every year, the initiative allows a student to spend 40 hours a week working on a project for five weeks with the assistance of a Gardner-Webb professor. The students learn more in their fields and help advance the field itself. They also tap into the professors’ knowledge and experience on how to conduct and complete a scholarly project.

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  Gardner-Webb Senior Interns with Global Ministry for the Summer

  Office of University Communications

  As a summer intern at Trans World Radio (TWR) in Cary, N.C., Gardner-Webb University senior Emily White has received hands-on opportunities to develop her skills. A double major in marketing and communication studies, White is working with the Global Content Team as a content creator and social media contributor, assisting TWR partners in South Africa and Singapore. White learned about the ministry from her aunt, who served there 20 years.

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  Gardner-Webb Football Offers Premium Seating Options for New and Returning Fans

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb football unveiled new enhanced seating options for Runnin’ Bulldog fans for the 2023 season. More than 400 premium stadium seats with armrests, backs, and cupholders were installed in June and now populate Section 9, offering the best views of the 50- yardline and all the action on the field. Five of GWU’s 11-game slate this fall will be played at home in Boiling Springs’ Spangler Stadium:

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  Two Students from The GWU Department of Natural Sciences Awarded Grants for Research

  Office of University Communications

  Two students from the Department of Natural Sciences at Gardner-Webb University have received grants for their research. They are the first students from the program to be awarded funding to conduct their studies. Seniors Marissa DiMatteo, of Granite Falls, N.C., and Katie Wilson, of Connelly Springs, N.C., are both majoring in biology with a biomedical sciences concentration.

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  Gardner-Webb Doctoral Students Receive Inspiration from Team of Deans and Professors

  Office of University Communications

  The final doctoral project journey is challenging, particularly after completing coursework. The Gayle Bolt Price School of Graduate Studies recently held its first doctoral project/dissertation retreat to support Gardner-Webb University students in this last phase of their program. Attending were 50 students from all doctoral programs (DBA, DNP, DMin, and EdD). The event, also sponsored by Dover Library and Graduate Admissions, was held at the GWU Charlotte Center.

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  Gardner-Webb Announces New Vice President for Finance and Administration

  Office of University Communications

  Officials at Gardner-Webb have named a new vice president for Finance and Administration—Mike Whiteman. He has 15 years of experience in higher education and his background includes work in public accounting, insurance and non-profit industries. He begins his duties at the University on July 24 and will report directly to GWU President Dr. William M. Downs.

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  Gardner-Webb College of Health Sciences Welcomes 80 Cleveland County Students

  Office of University Communications

  Faculty and staff from the Gardner-Webb University College of Health Sciences spent the last two weeks introducing students from Cleveland County Schools (CCS) to careers in healthcare. They are part of the CCS Rev Up Healthcare Experience, which is supported by a grant through federal COVID emergency relief funds, noted Rhonda Benfield, CCS district coordinator for Career and Technical Education (https://www.clevelandcountyschools.org/team_ccs/contact_us/departments/career_and_technical_education) (CTE).

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  Stonecutter Science Academy at Gardner-Webb Introduces Students to Careers in Science

  Office of University Communications

  The 2023 Science Academy hosted by Gardner-Webb University and sponsored by Stonecutter Foundation in Spindale, N.C., introduced students to real-world applications of science, such as crime scene investigation and forensic anthropology. The 12 students also learned about the Department of Natural Sciences, the Human Performance Lab in the Department of Exercise Science and the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at Gardner-Webb.

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  Annual Observance of Juneteenth Focuses on Achievements of African Americans

  Office of University Communications

  On June 19, 1865—over two years a!er the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863—Gen. Gordon Granger’s Union regiment marched into Texas to proclaim the joyous news that the enslaved were free. Since then, this date, Juneteenth (https://gardner-webb.edu/about/officesand- departments/diversity-inclusion/juneteenth/), has been celebrated as the ending of slavery in the United States and the freedom of African Americans to pursue education and achievement.

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  Carolina Crown Returns to Gardner-Webb with Legendary Performance

  Office of Uiversity Communications

  Carolina Crown has once again joined the Gardner-Webb community to practice their newest show “The Round Table: Echoes of Camelot.” The members of the Drum Corp have been hard at work and can be seen or heard all over Gardner-Webb’s campus. They will perform a live show for the Gardner-Webb Community on June 17 in Spangler Stadium. The gates will open at 6 p.m. and the live performance will start at 8:30 p.m. Carolina Crown started in January 1988 as the Charlotte Drum Corps

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  Gardner-Webb Alumna Celebrates Accomplishments of Early Black Leaders

  Office of University Communications

  As a young Black American, Tyra Montour honors the history and accomplishments of early African Americans—who finally received the news of their freedom on June 19, 1865—the date now celebrated annually as Juneteenth (https://gardner-webb.edu/about/offices-anddepartments/ diversity-inclusion/juneteenth/). A 2016 GWU alumna, Montour received her bachelor’s degree in communication and media studies.

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  Gardner-Webb Remembers Former Board of Trustees Member, Rodney Allison

  Office of University Communications

  A former member of the Gardner-Webb University Board of Trustees, Rodney Brian Allison, 63, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023, at his home. Born in Durham, N.C., Allison was a 1982 alumnus of GWU, earning his Bachelor of Science in business administration

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  Tyler Switalski First GWU Player to be Selected for USA Baseball Collegiate Opportunity

  Office of University Communications

  After a Second Team All-Conference season on the mound, Tyler Switalski will have the chance to make his mark on the international stage. He was selected to participate in the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp.

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  Gardner-Webb Concert Choir Invited to Participate in Concert for 80th Anniversary of D-Day

  Office of University Communications

  Today, as the world marks the 79th anniversary of D-Day, members of the Gardner-Webb Department of Music will watch the commemoration with special interest, because the Concert Choir and professors have been invited to participate in next year’s 80th anniversary of D-Day. They will join the historic observance in France by performing a memorial concert as a lead ensemble in an international choir.

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  Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs Elected Big South President

  Office of University Communications

  The Big South Conference Council of Chief Executive Officers unanimously approved the league’s Executive Committee for the next two academic years. With this action, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William M. Downs has been elevated to Big South President for 2023-24 and 2024-25.

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  Gardner-Webb: The Only Division I University in N.C. with Championships in Football, and Women’s and Men’s Basketball Since 2019

  Office of University Communications

  With its championship wins this year, Gardner-Webb is the only D-I school in North Carolina to earn titles in football, women’s basketball and men’s basketball since 2019. On their way to the championships, the programs and student-athletes also set records.

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  Gardner-Webb: The Only Division I University in N.C. with Championships in Football, and Women’s and Men’s Basketball Since 2019

  Office of University Communications

  With its championship wins this year, Gardner-Webb is the only D-I school in North Carolina to earn titles in football, women’s basketball and men’s basketball since 2019. On their way to the championships, the programs and student-athletes also set records.

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  Gardner-Webb PA Students Travel to Kenya for Final Clinical Experience Before Graduation

  Office of University Communications

  For their final elective clinical practice experience in the Master of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program at Gardner-Webb University, three May 2023 graduates decided to test their skills in another country. Myah Harrison of Belmont, N.C., April Evans of Spartanburg, S.C., and Sarah Hiscocks of Bullock, N.C., flew nearly 18 hours and paid out-of-pocket to work in Kenya.

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  Gardner-Webb Recognizes Those Who Paid the Ultimate Price During Memorial Day Service

  Office of University Communications

  Faculty, staff and community members gathered on May 25th at Gardner-Webb University to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in defense the United States while serving in the armed forces. “Memorial Day is our solemn responsibility to carry out our lives in ways that would have made those who lost theirs proud,” proclaimed Gardner-Webb University President William Downs.

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  Gardner-Webb Honors Experience Introduces Qualified High School Students to College Life

  Office of University Communications

  While experiencing life on the Gardner-Webb campus, high-achieving high school students attending this summer’s Honors Experience can learn about writing with sound, the physics of everything, or other topics. More importantly, the program will incorporate scholarship and service by involving students in activities to help neighbors in need.

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  Dr. Crystal L. Hill, GWU Alumna, Named Superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

  Office of University Communications

  Dr. Crystal L. Hill, an alumna of Gardner-Webb University, was named superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (N.C.) Schools (CMS) on Friday, May 19. She was hired after a three-month national search, during which Hill served as the system’s interim superintendent. She’s the first Black female superintendent in the district’s history.

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  Gardner-Webb Baseball Plays Thursday, May 25, in Big South Championship Opening Round

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs baseball will play on Thursday, May 25, in the opening round of the 2023 Big South Baseball Championship in High Point, N.C. (Truist Point).

  The double-elimination tournament is scheduled for May 25-27, and will feature the top four teams in the final standings. The winner of the tournament will receive the Big South Conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Regionals.

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  Gardner-Webb Hosts Memorial Day Observance on May 25

  Office of University Communications

  The Gardner-Webb Community Memorial Day Observance and Prayer Gathering will be held on May 25 at 9:30 a.m. in front of Hamrick Hall. Employee Support Manager and Lead Chaplain for Cleveland County Dr. Eric Davis, a GWU alumnus, is the guest speaker.

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  Gardner-Webb to Take on Charleston Southern Friday at 3 p.m. with Big South Tourney in Sight

  Office of University Communications

  Gardner-Webb and Charleston Southern will meet again at the mound on Friday afternoon. First pitch is set for 3 p.m. (ESPN+) on Bill Masters Field located at John Henry Moss Stadium. Fans are encouraged to come out for Dollar Day for the Dawgs, where everyone can get in for $1 instead of the usual $5 gate entry.

  Gardner-Webb got strong pitching Thursday night and pulled out a 1-0 win over Charleston Southern in a critical Big South series opener.