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Academic Excellence Celebrated at Gardner-Webb
No full textAs an institution of higher education, Gardner-Webb University prides itself on world-class academics and superior classroom learning opportunities. GWU students who exhibited excellence in the classroom this past academic year will be recognized at the Dimensions program on Tuesday, April 29 at 9:25 in Stewart Hall, located in the Tucker Student Center. “In addition to recognizing students’ commitment to leadership, service and volunteerism, Gardner-Webb University is proud to also recognize the academic achievements of our students,” said Dr. Tracy Jessup, vice president for Christian Life and Service and senior minister to the University.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/2418/thumbnail.jp
Gardner-Webb Establishes Partnership with Virginia Baptists
No full textGardner-Webb University signed a partnership mission covenant with the Baptist General Association of Virginia (BGAV) on Nov. 12, becoming the first school outside the state of Virginia to do so. According to the BGAV, the purpose of the partnership is to help “fulfill the Great Commission through shared commitments and cooperative ministry, while at the same time maintaining the independence and distinct character of each.” “Gardner-Webb University exists to advance the Kingdom of God through Christian higher education,” said Tracy Jessup, vice president for Christian life and service and senior minister to the university.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/2271/thumbnail.jp
Gardner-Webb to host the founder of Angel Tree Ministries
No full textThe Dimensions Program at Gardner-Webb University welcomes Mary Kay Beard, the former fugitive turned philanthropist who founded Angel Tree Ministry, which has reached millions of prisoners’ children with the love of Christ. The program takes place Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 9:25 a.m. in Paul Porter Arena. Tracy Jessup, vice-president for Christian Life and Service and senior minister at GWU, said he is honored that Beard will be a guest speaker at Dimensions.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/3002/thumbnail.jp
Gardner-Webb University Dean Emerita of Libraries Passes Away
No full textMembers of the Gardner-Webb community are mourning the death of the University’s former public services librarian, director of the Dover Memorial Library, and dean of libraries. Valerie M. Parry, 70, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Dec. 2, 2016. Dr. Tracy Jessup, vice president for the Office of Christian Life and Service and senior minister to the University, praised Parry’s commitment to GWU and her love for people.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/1731/thumbnail.jp
Gardner-Webb to Host Daughter of Chick-fil-A Founder
No full textThe Dimensions Program at Gardner-Webb University welcomes Trudy Cathy White, the daughter of Truett and Jeannette Cathy, the founder and CEO of Chick-fil-A, on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 9:25 a.m. in Paul Porter Arena. White and her husband, John, have been involved in international missions for more than 20 years. “The main reason I wanted Trudy had to do with the fact that she and her husband have a real heart for young adults, particularly high school and college students,” said Dr. Tracy Jessup, vice president for Christian life and service and senior minister to Gardner-Webb University.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/2981/thumbnail.jp
Gardner-Webb Announces New Dean for the Hunt School of Nursing
No full textOfficials at Gardner-Webb University are pleased to announce that Dr. Tracy Arnold, a four-time nursing alumna, has been appointed as the new dean of the Hunt School of Nursing (HSON). She replaces Dr. Nicole Waters, who will continue to serve GWU as the associate provost of the College of Health Sciences.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/1117/thumbnail.jp
Scholastic Achievement Medals Presented to Gardner-Webb Students
No full textWinners of the Gardner-Webb University Scholastic Achievement Awards were recently invited to receive their medals at an informal gathering. President Dr. William M. Downs presented the medals to each student. Congratulating the students were Provost Executive Vice President Dr. Ben Leslie, Arts and Sciences Associate Provost Dr. David Yelton, College of Health Sciences Associate Provost Dr. Nicole Waters, Professional and Graduate Studies Associate Provost Dr. Bruce Boyles and Vice President for Christian Life and Service Tracy Jessup.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/3092/thumbnail.jp
Student Leadership, Service and Volunteerism to be Celebrated at Gardner-Webb
No full textGardner-Webb University has garnered a reputation as an exemplary institution in the area of community service and volunteerism. Students that have consistently displayed exceptional leadership, service and volunteerism will be recognized during the weekly Dimensions program on Tuesday, April 22 at 9:25 in Stewart Hall, located in the Tucker Student Center. “For a number of consecutive years, Gardner-Webb has been named to the President’s Community Service Honor Roll,” said Dr. Tracy Jessup, vice president for Christian Life and Service and senior minister to the University.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/2423/thumbnail.jp
Gardner-Webb to Host Inspirational Hero on 9/11
No full textThe Dimensions program at Gardner-Webb University welcomes Tom Bowen, a 9/11 responder who served as a volunteer under FEMA and the USAR (Urban Search and Rescue) at the World Trade Center following the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. The program will take place Tuesday, Sept. 11, in Paul Porter Arena at 9:25 a.m. Tracy Jessup, vice-president for Christian Life and Service and senior minister at GWU, said it is an extreme honor for the University to host such a speaker, especially given the day of the program.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/2793/thumbnail.jp
National Peer-Review Organization Recognizes Gardner-Webb Online Courses for Excellence
No full textTwo online courses authored by Gardner-Webb University faculty members have earned national recognition from Quality Matters (QM), a faculty-centered, peer-review process that certifies the quality of online courses. Dr. Sydney Brown and Dr. Jennifer Putnam designed the course “EDCI 700: Theory Development” as part of the University’s Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction program. Dr. Tracy Arnold developed “NURS 600: The Nurse Educator” as part of the Hunt School of Nursing’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
WGWG: Quality Mattershttps://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/gardner-webb-newscenter-archive/2123/thumbnail.jp
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