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Gardner-Webb’s GOAL Program Awards Inaugural Dr. Barry Hambright Scholarship
Office of University Communications
The first ever recipient of the Dr. Barry Hambright Endowed Scholarship was recently awarded to Spencer Ray Cline of Newton, N.C. The endowed memorial scholarship honoring Hambright is awarded to a qualified student in Gardner-Webb’s GOAL (Greater Opportunities for Adult Learners) program. Employed by the Newton Police Department, Cline serves as a sergeant in the criminal investigation division, where he supervises a unit that handles both felony and misdemeanor cases ranging from murder to missing persons.
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What is Patriotism? A GWU Professor’s Independence Day Perspective
Scott Shauf and Office of University Communications
The celebration of Independence Day brings with it all sorts of patriotic celebrations—singing, parades, ceremonies, and fireworks! But what is patriotism? How should we really think about our role as citizens of America?
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Broadcast Service of Gardner-Webb University WGWG Announces Transition
Office of University Communications
Later this year WGWG 88.3 FM plans to transition to an exclusive Internet only model of distribution. WGWG will continue to operate programming daily from the studios located at the Elliott House on 106 Emily Lane in Boiling Springs, N.C. Through online delivery, social media and on-demand programming Gardner-Webb radio will offer content at WGWG.org, soundcloud.com/wgwgdotorg and additional channels.
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Gardner-Webb Alum Unveils Work of Her Students During Upcoming Exhibit
Office of University Communications
When Melissa Potter-Shiftlet graduated from Gardner-Webb University in 2011 with a degree in art, she was already showing signs of working with children. The subject matter of the pieces in her senior show depicted her heart for and love of children of all ages. Now, the work of the students in her local art program will be on display beginning June 27 in the Tucker Student Center Art Gallery.
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Crossroads Summer Camps Return to Gardner-Webb for 18th Consecutive Year
Office of University Communications
Crossroads Worldwide Summer Camp 2013 began its eighteenth consecutive year at Gardner-Webb University on Monday, June 24. For five weeks, the ministry will immerse around 4,000 youth campers in a variety of worship experiences focused on this year’s theme, “One.” Nightly worship services, held Monday through Thursday at 7 p.m., are open to the community.
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Gardner-Webb Alumna is Helping Women Live with Purpose
Office of University Communications
At the age of 40, Gardner-Webb alumna Miriam Ezell (Madison, Ala.) decided to take inventory of her life and felt it was time to make some significant changes. Within a decade, she had switched professions and authored the book “Listen To Your Heart – She Knows Best,” which offers valuable information on ways women can live their lives with more purpose. “When I turned 40, I knew without a shadow of a doubt that something was missing in my life, but I didn’t know what, or how to find it,” said Ezell (’80), who embarked on a journey of self-discovery.
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Gardner-Webb Alumnus Named Regional Superintendent of the Year
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University alumnus Dr. Marty Hemric was recently named superintendent of the year for his region by the Northwestern Regional Education Service Alliance (RESA) in North Carolina. Hemric serves as superintendent for Wilkes County Schools and has been in that role since Jan. 2012. The Northwestern RESA is made up of 13 school systems in their region of North Carolina, including Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, and Hickory, as well as the N.C. School for the Deaf.
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Gardner-Webb’s Graduate School of Nursing Named Among Nation’s Top Programs
Office of University Communications
Gardner–Webb University is among just 44 schools in the nation named to the annual Best Masters in Nursing list by MastersDegreeOnline.org. The compilation ranks the best graduate nursing programs in the United States for the 2013-2014 academic year. “Gardner-Webb University offers several options for graduate study in Nursing. Students can obtain an RN to MSN degree, a Master of Science degree in Nursing, a Family Nurse Practitioner specialization, or an MSN/MBA dual degree,” the announcement stated.
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WGWG Broadcast More Accessible Via Mobile Apps, Direct Stream Access
Office of University Communications
The Smartphone may be a relatively modern invention, but its widespread use is affecting the way consumers around the world receive virtually all information. While traditional communication methods are certainly still viable, officials with WGWG “The Range”—the broadcast service of Gardner-Webb University—recognized the importance of reaching the mobile and Internet market and have made it easier than ever to access station programming. By offering on-demand and archived programming through SoundCloud, WGWG is giving its listeners the opportunity to download and review specialty shows and sporting events at their convenience.
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Gardner-Webb GOAL Graduate Receives National Honor
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University GOAL program alumnus Jeff Baker was recently named the 2012 Campus Safety Director of the Year by Campus Safety Magazine for his outstanding service at UNC Charlotte (University of North Carolina), where he serves as chief of police. Based in California, the magazine exclusively serves campus police chiefs, security directors, emergency managers, and others that protect universities, schools, and hospitals across the United States. Baker joined UNC Charlotte in 2009 after retiring from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Dept. as a captain.
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Gardner-Webb University to Host 8th Annual B.E.S.T. Program
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University’s Godbold School of Business proudly offers area high school students the unique opportunity to attend the annual B.E.S.T. – “Bringing Executives and Students Together” program, where participants learn from professionals in the industry at no cost. The event takes place July 24-26 in Blanton Auditorium, located in Hamrick Hall on the Gardner-Webb campus. The program is specifically for rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders and is designed to encourage, empower, and energize students by introducing them to the world of entrepreneurship.
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GWU Professor Serves Storm Victims in Moore, Okla. & Granbury, Texas
Office of University Communications
The young father’s eyes filled with tears as he clutched two Mickey Mouse stuffed animals. The Moore, Okla. tornado had destroyed his home, and his family had nothing left. His voice was broken with sobs as he told the Red Cross worker that he had two children, ages two and four, and he didn’t want them to see the remnants of their scattered toys among the rubble.
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Fourth Annual Summer Leadership Conference Set for July 29-30
Office of University Communications
The theme for the fourth annual Summer Leadership Conference, titled “The Power of I2: Unlocking the Imagination and Innovation in Each of Us,” features distinguished keynote speaker Walter Dalton, the 33rd Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina and newly elected president of Isothermal Community College. Scheduled for July 29-30 in the Tucker Student Center, the conference is sponsored by the School of Education’s Center for Innovative Leadership Development (CILD) and the Godbold School of Business Center for Ethics and Entrepreneurship (CEE). The two-day event will focus on achieving and maintaining success in any organization by utilizing innovation and unbridled imagination.
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Spring 2013 Honor Roll List Recipients Announced
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University is pleased to announce the Honor Roll List for the 2013 spring semester. The Honor Roll recognizes those outstanding college students who achieve a grade point average (GPA) between 3.2 and 3.7 through outstanding academic contribution.
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Spring 2013 Semester Dean’s List Recipients Announced
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University is pleased to announce the Dean’s List for the 2013 spring semester. The Dean’s List honors those outstanding students who maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.7 or above. This recognition is the semester’s highest academic honor.
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Annual Lutz Foundation Scholarships At Gardner-Webb Celebrates 35 Years
Office of University Communications
As part of the yearly financial support awarded to students by Gardner-Webb University, this year’s Lutz Foundation Scholarship Awards marked its 35th anniversary as four students from the local region received this honor in various categories. During a recent program, attended by members of the Lutz Foundation and family, as well as GWU President, Dr. Frank Bonner, the following students were honored and presented the following scholarships.
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Gardner-Webb Mourns the Death of Its First Orchestra Conductor
Office of University Communications
A former and respected faculty member of Gardner-Webb University, Dr. Robert (Bob) Decker, recently passed away at the age of 85. Decker served the GWU Fine Arts Department as associate professor of music and was named Professor Emeritus after 20 years of service. Decker, originally from Miami, Fla., graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, where he served as a drum major in the marching band.
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Gardner-Webb Continues Tradition as Host of Summer Camps
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University continues a commitment to summer camps that offers participants the chance to grow further in religion, athletics, and education. Numerous camps are being offered in June and July.
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Gardner-Webb Hosts Musicians Preparing for Summer Tour
Office of University Communications
Anyone living near or traveling past Gardner-Webb University recently has probably heard the sounds of percussionists rehearsing. That’s because GWU and its School of Performing and Visual Arts is again hosting Carolina Crown, which includes a 150-member drum and bugle corps conducting their annual spring training through mid-June. Carolina Crown, based in Fort Mill, S.C., is a non-profit youth performing arts organization offering young people musical and visual performing opportunities throughout the Carolinas and Southeast.
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GWU Master of Wealth and Trust Management Named for Brinkley Financial Group
Office of University Communications
Thanks to the outstanding generosity of a University trustee and his wife, Gardner-Webb’s newest graduate program in business has a name: the Brinkley Financial Group Master of Wealth and Trust Management Program, set to open this fall exclusively in Charlotte, the nation’s second-largest banking and financial center. The program is named in appreciation for the sizeable founding gift offered by David and Marie Brinkley of Kings Mountain, N.C. David is the chairman and president of Brinkley Financial Group investment firm, and the Brinkleys’ daughters, Kristie and Carrie, are GWU alumnae and former Runnin’ Bulldog volleyball standouts.
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2013 Freeman Fund Scholarship Recipients Named on May 21 in Uptown Shelby
Office of University Communications
The dream of leaving high school to enter college is about to become reality for nine local students thanks to the Joseph B. Freeman Jr. Educational Fund. Gardner-Webb University announced the names of this year’s recipients, all Cleveland County high school seniors, during a presentation held in front of the Cleveland County Chamber in uptown Shelby, N.C., on May 21. Established in 1991 by area business leaders, the Freeman Fund was named for the late Joseph B. Freeman, who was head of the Interstate Johnson Lane office in Shelby.
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Gardner-Webb Alumna Recognized for National Honor
Office of University Communications
Gardner-Webb University alumna Sybil Faulkner-Carter Landreth is one proud teacher, after finding out her eighth grade science class at Rockingham County (N.C.) Middle School is one of only seven finalists across the nation in a science competition. Rockingham County Middle School was the only district in the North Carolina who qualified.
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Gardner-Webb Pastor’s School Planned May 27-29
Office of University Communications
Registration is now open for Gardner-Webb’s 2013 Pastors’ School, a three-day educational retreat for pastors and students of ministry and theology, May 27-29 at GWU. Dr. Guy Sayles, pastor of First Baptist Church of Asheville, N.C. and Dr. H. Mitchell Simpson, pastor of University Baptist Church in Chapel Hill, N.C. will serve as guest keynote speakers. Sayles and Simpson will address the theme, “Called… Troubled… Hopeful: Nourishing Ministry in the Local Church.”
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Freeman Scholarship Fund Provides Support For Local Students to Enter College
Office of University Communications
The dream of leaving high school to enter college is about to become reality for nine local students thanks to the Joseph B. Freeman Jr. Educational Fund. Next week Gardner-Webb University will announce the names of those Cleveland County high school seniors who will receive these financial scholarships. The event takes place outside of the Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce, located in uptown Shelby, N.C., on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m.
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Gardner-Webb University Awards Nearly 750 Degrees
Office of University Communications
Gardner–Webb University hosted Spring Commencement on Monday, May 13 in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center at 10 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m. and nearly 750 graduates were honored during the three ceremonies. The University awarded its 26,000th overall degree and its 6,000th graduate degree during the celebration. Several morning graduates were honor for outstanding leadership, citizenship, and academic excellence.
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