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The Webb Magazine 2008, Summer, Noel T. Manning Ii Jul 2008

The Webb Magazine 2008, Summer, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. Much of this issue's subject matter reached beyond campus grounds and into the world; for example, articles about novels on Islam, community service, teaching across the globe, and working for international governments can all be found in this issue. Also, several scholarships are mentioned, such as the Martha Mason Challenge Endowed Scholarship. The issue concludes with the announcement of the newly implemented Center for Continuing Professional Education that GWU created.


The Webb Magazine 2008, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii Apr 2008

The Webb Magazine 2008, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue dedicated a large portion to GWU athletics, especially the basketball team. Following are articles related to enrollment numbers, alumni achievements, distinguished graduates, and faculty turned authors. The issue concludes with an article recalling O. Max Gardner's tremendous legacy he left on GW; named a "Great Person of Gardner-Webb", Gardner is one of the major reasons Gardner-Webb is thriving today.


The Webb Magazine 2007, Summer, Noel T. Manning Ii Jul 2007

The Webb Magazine 2007, Summer, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. Much of this issue features students who took part in some way in the Noel Program, a program that gives aid to GWU with disabilities. Additionally, this issue writes about changes occuring on Gardner Webb's campus such as the addition of Frank Nanney Hall, making GW a tobacco free campus, and the implementation of a marching band on campus. Other articles are about faculty/staff awards, student involvement in numerous extracurriculars, sports updates, and a lengthy article features Gardner-Webb alumnus Linda Morrison Combs.


The Webb Magazine 2007, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii Apr 2007

The Webb Magazine 2007, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue highlights many of GWU's recent actions around campus, such as sending students on mission trips, hiring new faculty/staff, participating in Will Graham's Crusade and providing relief/aid to Hurricane Katrina victims. One article features Frank Page, a Gardner-Webb alum who was elected as President of the Southern Baptist Convention. This issue also provides sports updates and a list of distinguished graduates.


The Webb Magazine 2006, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii Apr 2006

The Webb Magazine 2006, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue begins by summarizing several mission trips that GWU students and faculty participated in, as well as many community service activities such as "Make a Difference Day". Exciting changes/events for GWU are covered in this issue, beginning with the inauguration of A. Frank Bonner as the new University President; following are articles about the school of business being awarded accreditation, the introduction of the VPhone for deaf/hard of hearing students, and opera performances. Articles featuring Gardner-Webb alumni appear towards the end of the …


The Webb Magazine 2006, Summer/Fall, Noel T. Manning Ii Jan 2006

The Webb Magazine 2006, Summer/Fall, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. The beginning of this issue is dedicated to the inauguration of Dr. A. Frank Bonner as President of Gardner-Webb University accompanied by an article looking back on commencement exercises from that spring. The School of Nursing celebrated its 40th anniversary in this issue also. Several articles in this issue are related to the military and Garder-Webb's involvement in the armed forces. A few individuals receive articles praising them for their achievements or work and the issue wraps up with a recap on the First …


The Web Magazine 2005, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii Apr 2005

The Web Magazine 2005, Spring, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue, The Web captures word from the President, newsworthy stories, faculty and students, and athletics. Again, Frank R. Campbell shared his experiences thus far with his journey as President of GWU. Next, there us a 100 Years of Perseverance in which a ton of dates are listed with its specific important event. "Lights, Camera, Action!" is the top story under academics in which GWU Communications Studies Program gains national exposure. Summer internships are also included in this issue. In sports, all's well …


The Webb Magazine 2005, Summer/Fall, Noel T. Manning Ii Jan 2005

The Webb Magazine 2005, Summer/Fall, Noel T. Manning Ii

The Web Magazine

The Webb Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue is focused around the GWU Graduation 2005. We start off with the President's Update in which we talks more about the future and the dreams for the future. Frank R. Campbell resigned and welcomes home newly elected President Dr. A. Frank Bonner. Since we last met, a Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient spoke at GWU and the faculty and staff were honored at an annual awards luncheon. Students, on the other hand, works more toward diversity by introducing Jerusalem native Nisreen Abu …


The Web Magazine 2004, Spring, Matt Webber Apr 2004

The Web Magazine 2004, Spring, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue of The Web, Dr. Frank R. Campbell provides a President's Update in which he states "With Another Year Complete, We're Moving Up and Moving On". We also get an overview of a historic graduation due to the three first-ever doctoral graduates. New positions were announced in this issue along with the announcement that Cullinan says goodbye to GWU after working 30 years. when looking at the students we also see that they strive to carry tradition in many things they take …


The Web Magazine 2003, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 2003

The Web Magazine 2003, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue of the Web starts off with a "President's Update" in which he gives more insight into his reasoning for choosing GWU. The next big story is the one entitled "Honor Codes" which is a debate that occurred during that time. GWU was also proud to offer its second doctoral degree in the fall of 2003. Many faculty members were recognized but the one who stands out is Dr. Tom Jones. Then, the student spotlight is on Justin Alston who struggled with health …


The Web Magazine 2002, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 2002

The Web Magazine 2002, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue's top story is about President Chris White and his resignation after serving GWU for 16 years. Dr. Frank Campbell is then named as interim president. There were then landmark announcements that do in fact highlight New Year's opening ceremonies. When speaking about the students, this issue recognizes a freshman's brave response to September 11. With sports, football wins Big South; players earn distinctions.


The Web Magazine 2002, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 2002

The Web Magazine 2002, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. Graduates at GWU hit record numbers and an honor doctorate highlight is in store during the May Graduation. Many of the faculty members are recognized for things such as, the nursing program and its origins, the third chair is announced, and the 'Heritage Award' recognizes Wade Sheppard. GWU also opened up a Charlotte campus which offers the GOAL program to adults. More graduates share their personal anecdotes on their experiences while at GWU.


The Web Magazine 2002, Spring, Matt Webber Apr 2002

The Web Magazine 2002, Spring, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue of The Web, the GWU Centennial is recognized and will occur in 2005. Traditions are a huge defining factor at GWU, even from the beginning. It was a Baptist idea from the very start. This issue also covers the entire history of the college from its start to where it is now. Carolyn Lewis Duncan (class of 1972) reflects her memories of time on campus. Many of the faculty members are mentioned such as Dr. Jim Lawrence and Dr. Matt Theado. …


The Web Magazine 2001, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 2001

The Web Magazine 2001, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue's top story focuses on three landmark events that shape GWU's immediate and long range future. Tim Zehnder thinks of himself as 'Teacher, Imitator, Minister' while he finds the perfect balance between science and faith. This issue also dives more in depth about the diversity on campus by interviewing people from Uganda, Ghana, and Korea. The football team was also rater as top I-AA Independent for 2001.


The Web Magazine 2001, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 2001

The Web Magazine 2001, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. Gardner-Webb University celebrates its recent recognition in the Portfolio of Excellence as an "exemplary" institution. GWU also has a first for two graduation ceremonies in May due to the number of students. Many students were recognized in this issue such as Donnie Thurman Jr. following in his father's footsteps and other graduating students ending their career with recognitions. Another big change is coming to GWU such as the push to diversify the faculty. A few different programs are recognized along with a mom defining …


The Web Magazine 2001, Spring, Matt Webber Apr 2001

The Web Magazine 2001, Spring, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue celebrates the anniversary of two of the many major components of GWU. President Christ White hits the 15-year mark of being president and he is still pressing forward. Also, the Williams Observatory celebrates its first decade of being on campus. Another accomplishment by the staff was by Nell Griggs for celebrating her 36 year career at GWU. Students at GWU are taking a look at diversity such as Kelly Harrison, an English major, who is trying to see things from a different …


The Web Magazine 2000, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 2000

The Web Magazine 2000, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue's top story on plans and possibilities is given by former N.C. Superior Court Judge John M. Gardner in which he includes his opinions on law school, a new campus, and the NCAA Division 1. Former Pastor, Dr. Robert Canoy, takes on the role as Associate Dean of GWU. It is also important to recognize students and their experiences in life. In this issue a young man by the name of Donnie Thurman tells us about his near-death experience and the death of …


The Web Magazine 2000, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 2000

The Web Magazine 2000, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue reflects on the overall importance of teachers in relation to the college experience. The issue also focuses on the highlight of the GWU graduation as given by a Broyhill Honorary Doctorate. It is also important to recognize the different departments at GWU such as the office of Academic Affairs and their newly elected Assistant Vice President, Dr. Philip Williams. Along with Dr. Williams, the baseball team captured the regional championship, Dr. Paul Jolley was named SAC Hall of Fame, the School of …


The Web Magazine 2000, Winter, Matt Webber Jan 2000

The Web Magazine 2000, Winter, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue focuses on the meaning of the word 'honor' to Dr. Gil Blackburn and SGA President Ms. Hannah Woody. Along with this big top story, there were also big innovative missions set for 2001. In order for this to be successful they need the students involved, which they are in the senior pinning tradition, scholarship luncheons, and at times, running. Ms. Sylvia Chelimo takes the last stated action, running, very seriously as mentioned in the article titled, "The Race of Her Life". More …


The Web Magazine 1999, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 1999

The Web Magazine 1999, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. Much of this issue is dedicated to recognizing all of the positive changes occuring for Gardner-Webb University. Described as a "new era", this was a time of great accomplishment for Gardner-Webb's growing success. Several professors and other faculty members are recognized for their individual accomplishments in this issue alongside several articles related to GW students, both current and former. The athletic section of this issue boasts the addition of seven Division One athletes to the football team; other articles feature news about the Global …


The Web Magazine 1999, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 1999

The Web Magazine 1999, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue features several articles about GWU faculty/staff regarding their achievements and legacies, updates concerning a few different curriculums at Gardner-Webb, and updates on sports. Also, the new Wellness Center is featured alongside articles about the GOAL Program and a schedule for homecoming festivities.


The Web Magazine 1999, Spring, Matt Webber Apr 1999

The Web Magazine 1999, Spring, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. Much of the beginning of this issue discusses the importance of character and how Gardner-Webb plans to continue to develop character within its students; having been named a "character-building institution", GW had a lot to live up to. Following are articles recognizing several faculty members for their accomplishments and legacies at Gardner-Webb. Students and alumni alike are recognized in this issue for both their work abroad and within the United States, the Broyhill Adventure course receives a special article providing details about it, recipients …


The Web Magazine 1999, Winter, Matt Webber Jan 1999

The Web Magazine 1999, Winter, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue features an article about GWU becoming Division I in athletics. It also highlights various noteworthy achievements and events that have occurred on campus.


The Web Magazine 1998, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 1998

The Web Magazine 1998, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue, several female staff members at GWU are recognized for their respective leadership roles in the school, Dr. Jackson Rainer is praised for his work in Oregon counseling citizens after a shooting occurred there, and Bob Lamb's academic/discipleship work in South Africa is featured. Also, a musical group known as "Disciple" on the Gardner-Webb campus is featured alongside a recap on the newly-implemented freshman book discussion. This issue is wrapped up with updates concerning several GWU sports teams.


The Web Magazine 1998, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 1998

The Web Magazine 1998, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue, the "Dreaming, Daring, Doing" campaign's successes are applauded; following that, several articles feature GWU students, alumni, instructors, etc. Also, there are articles about homecoming and several fund programs that alumni have the opportunity to become involved in.


The Web Magazine 1998, Winter, Matt Webber Jan 1998

The Web Magazine 1998, Winter, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue, several international faculty members/students are featured, the GWU School of Business is praised for having received recognition on a national television show, and a special article features professor Barbara Burkett's adventures to the Amazon River. The new name for the GWU School of Divinity is announced to be the " M. Christopher White School of Divinity" and a GW alum is recognized for his success in the musical group "Age of Faith" in following articles. A recap of homecoming festivities is …


The Web Magazine 1997, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 1997

The Web Magazine 1997, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue features Wayne Stacy on the first few pages discussing his excitement to be part of GWU's faculty/staff. There are also columns written about summer commencement and the gift Kresge Foundation gave to Gardner-Webb, and several pages are dedicated to sports updates. An annual fund update is also provided.


The Web Magazine 1997, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 1997

The Web Magazine 1997, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. In this issue, a segment about Marion Lansford Jolley's book about the history of Gardner-Webb is featured, along with stories about other alumni, current students, or faculty of Gardner-Webb. Sports updates are provided and commencement activities are recalled in this issue also.


The Web Magazine 1996, Fall, Matt Webber Oct 1996

The Web Magazine 1996, Fall, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue features a section that praises Bob Shackleford's leadership and hard-working attitude at Gardner-Webb, a section about the new Bell Tower, and updates on the School of Divinity. Also, updates concerning several sports are provided along with a schedule for homecoming festivities. The concept of the "Year of the Scholar" is also introduced. The majority of this issue is about the Annual Report which features figures, numbers, and graphs concerning Gardner-Webb's financial status.


The Web Magazine 1996, Summer, Matt Webber Jul 1996

The Web Magazine 1996, Summer, Matt Webber

The Web Magazine

The Web Magazine focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue features several pages concerning the olympic cycling team that was to be found around GW's campus. Also featured is a section about University President Chris White; after having spent a decade there, White spoke about those years in the segment with a certain fondness and pride. Gifts given to the university are also mentioned, such as Bill Gates' gift of $134,000 and the generosity of the Hollifield family concerning the Lake Hollifield Complex. The success of the annual athletic auction is mentioned …