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There’S Still Time To Apply For 2022 Fall Semester At Gardner-Webb, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb Enrollment Team continues to accept applications for the 2022 Fall Semester. University officials are committed to keeping GWU’s quality education affordable by offering a tuition freeze for the fourth year in a row and with financial aid offerings in institutional scholarships and grants. Included in these awards are the Foothills Commitment and Piedmont Promise, which support students from the local area and surrounding counties.

Gwu President Names Interim Vp For Christian Life And Service, Office Of University Communications

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Gardner-Webb University President William Downs has appointed Neal Payne as interim vice president for Christian Life and Service, effective Aug. 1. Payne presently serves as associate minister for Student Ministries. He succeeds Tracy Jessup, who will retire at the end of July, after 30 years of service to the University.

Gardner-Webb Faculty And Staff Present Awards For Academic Excellence And Service To The Campus And Community, Office Of University Communications

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Gardner-Webb University recently recognized students for academic excellence and community service. Winners of these awards exemplify the University’s core values of faith, service and leadership in their classrooms and communities.

Nine Gardner-Webb Faculty Members Retiring, Office Of University Communications

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With the end of the 2022 Spring Semester, nine faculty members of Gardner-Webb University are retiring. Dr. Tom Jones has the most years of service with 42, and four others have 20 or more years of service.

Alumnus’ Book Started With Writing Assignment After His Twin’S Suicide, Office Of University Communications

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Court Greene, of Canton, N.C., and his fraternal twin, Zachary, shared the same birthday and a special bond, but they were different in every other way. Court is a pastor and alumnus of Gardner-Webb University; while Zach faced many unforeseen hardships, taking his life down a much darker path. When Zach took his own life in 2019 at the age of 38, Court was thrown into turmoil and began a journey to find his way through the hurt and anguish.

Renovations To John R. Dover Library Meet Needs Of Gardner-Webb Students, Office Of University Communications

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Since December 2021, the Facilities and Maintenance staff has worked to significantly transform the third floor of Gardner-Webb University’s John R. Dover Library. The floor recently opened to the delight and surprise of students. “They do love the space,” observed Dean of the Library Pam Dennis. “The looks on their faces when they get to the top of the steps is priceless!”

Gardner-Webb Students Debate Ethics In Democracy And Citizenship In Virtual Ethics Bowl, Office Of University Communications

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The 11th annual Ethics Bowl sponsored by North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) was held virtually again this year. The theme for the event was Ethics in Democracy and Citizenship. Gardner-Webb University was one of 13 colleges to participate.

Gardner-Webb Alpha Chi Inducts 40 New Members And Surprises Honorary Member, Office Of University Communications

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At the 49th annual induction ceremony, the Gardner-Webb University North Carolina Zeta Chapter of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society welcomed 40 new members and surprised GWU President Dr. William Downs with an honorary membership. The event was held on Nov. 14 in Blanton Auditorium.

Campus Community Invited To ‘Meet The Deans’ Of The Gwu College Of Arts & Sciences, Office Of University Communications

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The campus community is invited to “Meet the Deans” of the Gardner-Webb University College of Arts & Sciences (CoA&S) on Thursday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Tucker Student Center. Dr. Shawn Holt, dean, and Dr. Jennifer Buckner, recently named associate dean, will greet guests and provide information about the CoA&S. Sweet treats and warm beverages will be served, and fun crafts will also be provided.

Gardner-Webb Community Remembers The Life Of Dr. Bob Lamb, 91, Dean Emeritus Of The School Of Divinity, Kathryn Manning

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In the 116-year history of Gardner-Webb University, numerous faculty pioneers have engineered components of campus life and curriculum. One of those influential professors, Dr. Robert L. “Bob” Lamb, dean emeritus of the M. Christopher White School of Divinity, passed away on Oct. 19, 2021.

Gardner-Webb, The Magazine 2021, Fall (Volume 56), Noel T. Manning

Gardner-Webb, The Magazine

Gardner-Webb, The Magazine, previously titled The Webb Magazine, focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue includes articles on the installation of "Bo," the new GWU mascot; celebrating students and alumni with military service, and updates from the office of the President.

Following The Calling, Kathryn Manning

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In the 116-year history of Gardner-Webb University, numerous faculty pioneers have engineered components of campus life and curriculum. One of those influential professors is Dr. Robert L. “Bob” Lamb, dean emeritus of the M. Christopher White School of Divinity.

Gwu Alumna’S Undergraduate And Divinity Degrees Prepared Her For Ministry In Sweden, Office Of University Communications

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How did a little girl, who grew up in Hickory, N.C., end up 4,436 miles away, serving as a missionary in Stockholm, Sweden, for 16 years? “It’s totally Jesus,” asserted Jordana Hart Surell. She was 9 years old when she accepted Jesus as her Savior and Lord. She promised to follow Him, even when His directions didn’t make sense.

Gwu Webb Connections Panel Discusses Trends In Christian Higher Education, Office Of University Communications

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In the final Webb Connections event for the semester, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William M. Downs welcomed a panel of guests to discuss, “A Revival in Christian Higher Education: Building A Bigger Tent.” Webb Connections is an informative series hosted by Downs and featuring experts discussing topics of national, regional and local interest.

Gardner-Webb Recognizes Students For Service And Volunteerism, Office Of University Communications

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Gardner-Webb University recently held a ceremony to recognize Student Leadership, Service, and Volunteerism. Winners of these awards exemplify the University’s core values of faith, service and leadership in their classrooms and communities.

In recognition of the award presentation, each student may choose one book for purchase by Gardner-Webb’s Dover Memorial Library. The book will be inscribed with the student’s name and the date of the award presentation.

Gwu Campus Community Invited To Webb Connections Panel Discussion On April 20, Office Of University Communications

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Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs invites the campus community to attend the final Webb Connections event for the semester, “A Revival in Christian Higher Education: Building A Bigger Tent.” Webb Connections is an informative series hosted by Downs and featuring a panel of experts discussing topics of national, regional and local interest.

Gardner-Webb Team Explores Ethical Issues Related To Covid-19 In 10th Annual Ethics Bowl, Office Of University Communications

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The 10th annual Ethics Bowl, sponsored by North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities, was a virtual event this year, held via Zoom. The team from Gardner-Webb University was one of 16 to participate in the recent event. Because of the online format, the event was not a competition. Teams were asked to present their positions on two cases, which explored ethical issues relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the presentations were not judged, guests who had previously served as judges provided feedback to the teams.

2021 - 2022, Gardner-Webb Academic Catalog, Gardner-Webb University

Academic Catalogs (Combined Undergraduate & Graduate)

2021 - 2022, Gardner-Webb University Academic Catalog. William Downs, president.

The Reception Of Hagar In The Writings Of Origen, John Chrysostom, And Augustine, Mariah Case

MA in Religion Theses

The premise of this thesis is to explore the reception of the Hagar stories through three prominent early Christian thinkers -Origen, John Chrysostom, and Augustine of Hippo - in order to evaluate the theological significance she had for those particular contexts. Hagar functions predominately as a symbol in contexts where group identity, power, and ideology are contested. The hermeneutical and theological stances of the authors are examined to expose and mitigate the religious conflict occurring in their historical location. The resulting interpretations of Hagar and her story vary from Christianization of the character to outright scorn and rejection of the …

Experiencing The Shock Of Mark 13, Jeremiah Jordan Hamby

MA in Religion Theses

The Gospel of Mark is a narrative text, a piece of literature, a story. In this narrative, the apocalyptic rule of God, Jesus, and other literary elements of the narrative then come together in a particular way within Mark 13 to shock the readers. Readers progress through the narrative and are shaped by various aspects of it along the way. The primary goal of this thesis is to look at Mark 13 and how narrative elements come together to evoke a particular experience in readers. Readers and stories meet at places where their horizons, their vantage points, converge. Narrative experiences …

Gwu Alumnus Promoted To Rear Admiral In U.S. Naval Reserves Chaplain Community, Office Of University Communications

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In his 25 years of service to the U.S. Naval Reserves, Rear Adm. Terry Eddinger, Deputy Chief of Chaplains for Reserve Matters, has held at least nine other titles. The 1988 alumnus of Gardner-Webb University was an Old Testament professor and college administrator for 19 years, and is a humanitarian assistance advisor, archaeologist, certified master diver, runner, speaker, author and volunteer.

Gwu Scholar Investigates Bonhoeffer’S Reasons For Conspiring To Assassinate Hitler, Office Of University Communications

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While reading Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s “The Cost of Discipleship,” Hannah O’Brien, ’20, became intrigued. How could theologian and pastor Bonhoeffer, who many considered a pacifist, participate in a plan to assassinate Hitler? She received an Undergraduate Research Scholars grant from Gardner-Webb University to conduct a theological investigation of the ethics of Bonhoeffer’s plot.

High Schoolers From Six States Attend Gardner-Webb Honors Experience, Office Of University Communications

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A group of 26 high school students, from 26 different schools in six states, recently spent a week on the campus of Gardner-Webb University previewing college life. As participants in The Honors Experience, the teenagers were introduced to dorm living and eating in the cafeteria, attended credit-bearing college courses, and completed service projects. This year’s group is the largest one to attend since the program began three years ago.

Through Honors Research, Isaac Tuttle, ’20, Discovers Fascinating Character Of A.C. Dixon, Office Of University Communications

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Isaac Tuttle, ’20, of Lenoir, N.C., enhanced his college experience by participating in the Gardner-Webb University Honors Program. He earned his degrees in history, and philosophy and theology. Recently, because of the Coronavirus pandemic, Tuttle and other Honors students presented their research in a Zoom teleconference. In the fall, Tuttle plans to attend the University of Alabama’s graduate school in history.

Three Gwu Faculty Members Recognized With Inaugural President’S Early Career Award, Office Of University Communications

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Three assistant professors at Gardner-Webb University have been recognized for their productivity in scholarship, creative discovery, instruction, and service. Dr. Anna Sieges-Beal, Dr. Yvonne Smith and Dr. Casey Delehanty are the recipients of the inaugural President’s Early Career Award presented by Dr. William M. Downs.

Accelerated Pastoral Ministry Program Will Allow Gwu Student To Begin Ministry Sooner, Office Of University Communications

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Annie Deaton realized her call to youth ministry as a senior in high school. After choosing to attend Gardner-Webb University, she learned that the Accelerated Pastoral Ministries Program (APMP) would allow her to answer her calling in less time than traditional programs, which generally take seven years to complete. Launched in 2016 at Gardner-Webb, the APMP provides students who are called to serve as pastors with both a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in five years of study.

Iii B Religious Studies Presentation 3: Selling The Needy For Sandals: Winners And Losers Of Ancient And Modern Economies, Abigail Hackworth

Life of the Scholar Multidisciplinary Conference

Analyzing Amos 1-2:7 for clues about the role of exploitation in the ancient Israelite economy, & comparing it to the exploitation of impoverished groups in the modern global economy.

Iii B Religious Studies Presentation 4: Cultural Metaphors In Biblical Interpretations, Madilyn Nash

Life of the Scholar Multidisciplinary Conference

A discussion of the importance of considering Ancient Near Eastern metaphors when interpreting the Scriptures.

Session I Religious Studies And Education Presentation 1: Beyond The Samaritan: A Consideration Of Judith Jarvis Thompson’S A Defense Of Abortion, Harley Burgess

Life of the Scholar Multidisciplinary Conference

The presentation outlines the illustrations utilized within Judith Jarvis Thompson’s essay, A Defense of Abortion, and responds to them by calling upon various sources within New Testament ethics. Ultimately, the presentation offers a new interpretation of the ethicality of abortion, illuminated by Thompson’s essay and its implications

Session I Religious Studies And Education Presentation 2: The Dangers Of Conflating Church And State As Shown In History, Austin Childress

Life of the Scholar Multidisciplinary Conference

This presentation is an overview of my research during the 2019 Summer Scholars program. My goal is to provide a few examples of the failure to conflate church and state throughout history while also giving theological insight from the Bible. Ultimately, my goal is to put forth a strong argument for the separation of church and state that can be accepted and supported by Christians.