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Gardner-Webb Softball Prepares For 32 Home Games And 18-Game Big South Conference Slate, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb University softball team has announced its upcoming 2025 schedule, featuring several tournament weekends, 32 home games at Brinkley Stadium and an 18-game Big South Conference slate.

Profile: Innovation Through The Liberal Arts, Communications And Marketing

Profile (1996-)

In this issue: Alumnus Chooses to Pay It Forward with Scholarships ; Gallant Makes the Most of Scholarships ; Newell Gives Back with Entrepreneurship Class ; Giving Allows Students to Get Business Ownership Experience ; Competitive Ethics Team Earns National Bid ; Tollefsrud Named Fulbright Finalist ; Noujdi Receives 2024 Undergraduate SEED Award ; Faculty and Staff Awards ; Hands-On Observatory Experience for Physics Students ; Zavada, Students Travel to Peru for Fulbright Research ; Morris Model Wins Second Department of Energy Competition ; 2025 Commencement ; Spotlight: Highlighting the Degree in Three Option ; AI Philosophy Tutor: Using AI …

Returning To School After A Pandemic And The Lived Experiences Of 9-12 Grade Athletic Coaches On Student-Athlete Success, Louie Vallejo

Dissertations

Purpose: This phenomenological examination examines ninth-12th grade athletic coaches’ perceptions of the impact on athletes returning to athletic competition after being online during the pandemic for 2 years with regard to behavior, athletic achievement, attitude, and social connections.

Methodology: This qualitative study interviewed athletic coaches in the Tri-County Athletic Conference in Central California. Semi structured open-ended interview questions were the main source of data collection. Data were coded and the researcher analyzed the data for themes and patterns, and the results were validated through the interrater process by an experienced researcher.

Findings: After analyzing data, codes, and themes, the researcher …

Equality And Excellence: Providing Quality Opportunities In Women’S Athletics Through Title Ix, Jeissy Lee

CMC Senior Theses

In 1975, the U.S. codified Title IX amendments to require institutions that receive federal funding to provide both sexes with equal athletic opportunity, an extension of the requirements on non-discrimination in education. While this has helped increase female participation in athletics particularly at the collegiate level, schools engage in four shady practices that can skirt around the intent of Title IX. These include taking advantage of a singular census date, double- or triple-counting athletes, overpacking rosters, and counting male practice players as female athletes. In this paper, I analyze how each of these four practices might improve female athletic opportunities …

Staying In The Game: A Study On Mentorship And Persistence Of Women Ncaa Division Iii Athletics Directors, Myranda Hope Nash

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Mentorship and persistence among women NCAA Division III Athletics Directors (ADs) remain underexamined despite their significance for leadership continuity. With women comprising only 33% of Division III ADs, intentional mentorship is essential to advancing gender equity in collegiate athletics. This qualitative study analyzes interviews with ten women ADs to examine mentorship structures, professional trajectories, and psychosocial outcomes. Seven themes emerged: institutional culture and alignment; supervisors as mentors; queen bee syndrome; career pathways; influential leadership; Clutterbuck’s mentorship phases; and psychosocial support. Informal mentorship proved most effective, frequently developing into sustained professional relationships. Participants reported increased confidence, validation, and emotional support, particularly …

Alena Ivanov And Nathan Cremin Take Gwu Athlete Of The Week Awards For Dec. 9, Office Of University Communications

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After a strong first weekend of indoor season, senior Alena Ivanov and sophomore Nathan Cremin from the Gardner-Webb University track and field team have taken home GWU Athlete of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Athletes Of The Week For Nov. 25 And Dec. 2 Recognized For Accomplishments On The Court And In The Pool, Office Of University Communications

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After a weekend of noteworthy performances, junior Justin Bender of the Gardner-Webb University swimming team and freshman Maja Rohkohl of the Gardner-Webb women’s basketball team were named GWU Athletes of The Week for Nov. 25.

Gardner-Webb Signs Men’S Soccer Head Coach Scott Wells To Multi-Year Contract Extension, Office Of University Communications

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Coming off one of the most successful men’s soccer seasons in school history, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William Downs is pleased to announce a multi-year contract extension for head coach Scott Wells.

Campus Invited To Welcome Home Runnin’ Bulldogs’ Today After Historic Season Ends In Ncaa Second Round, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner Webb (13-4-3) men’s soccer team saw its season come to an end on Sunday, Nov. 24, falling to No. 3 Denver (13-3-4) by the final of 3-0 in the second round of the NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Advances To Second Round; Campus Watch Party Planned For Sunday, Nov. 24 At 3 P.M., Office Of University Communications

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Senior midfielder Caio Hughes scored in the 72nd minute while the Gardner-Webb defense was dominant over 90 minutes as the Runnin’ Bulldogs took down Oregon State 1-0 in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday evening, Nov. 21.

Men’S Soccer Team And Elle Blatchford Of Women’S Basketball Named Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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Sophomore guard Elle Blatchford from the Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team and the entire Gardner-Webb University men’s soccer team have been named GWU Athletes of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Makes History With First Big South Conference Tournament Championship, Office Of University Communications

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For the first time since joining the Big South Conference, the Gardner-Webb (12-3-3) men’s soccer team has been crowned tournament champions a!er taking down No. 22 High Point (11-4-2) by the final of 2-1 on Saturday (Nov. 16) evening inside Vert Stadium.

Gwu Men’S Soccer Draws Oregon State In First Round Of Ncaa Division I Men’S Soccer Championship, Office Of University Communications

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For the first time since 2006, the Gardner-Webb University men’s soccer team had its name called during the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Selection Show. In front of an energetic crowd, the Runnin’ Bulldogs learned their fate and will be traveling to Corvallis, Ore., to take on the Beavers of Oregon State on Thursday, Nov. 21.

Ashley Hawkins And Darryl Simmons Ii Named Gardner-Webb Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After posting strong opening weeks of the season on the court, sophomore guard Darryl Simmons II of the Gardner-Webb University men’s basketball team, and senior guard Ashley Hawkins of the women’s basketball team, have been named GWU’s Athletes of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Advances To Big South Finals For First Time In 13 Years, Office Of University Communications

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For the first time in 13 years, the Gardner-Webb (11-3-3, 5-0-2) men’s soccer team will make an appearance in the Big South Men’s Soccer Championship Game after taking down visiting Presbyterian (6-8-2, 2-4-1) 2-0 on Nov. 10 inside Greene-Harbison Stadium.

Gardner-Webb Hosts East Tennessee State For Annual Education Day Game, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team will tip off against East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in its annual Education Day game Tuesday morning (Nov. 12) at Paul Porter Arena.

Tyler Riddell And Jessica Perriello Take Home Gwu Athlete Of The Week Awards, Office Of University Communications

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Redshirt senior quarterback Tyler Riddell of the Gardner-Webb University football team and junior Jessica Perriello of the Gardner-Webb University cross country team are the recipients of GWU Athlete of The Week following recent exceptional performances on the field of competition.

Eduardo Dias And Stephanie Liu Named Gardner- Webb Student-Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After a series of outstanding performances, senior Eduardo Dias of the Gardner-Webb University men’s tennis team and sophomore goalkeeper Stephanie Liu of the Gardner-Webb University women’s soccer team take home GWU’s Athlete of The Week award.

Gardner-Webb Basketball To Host Bulldog Madness On Tuesday Night At 9:30 P.M., Office Of University Communications

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Gardner-Webb’s basketball teams will officially tipoff for a fans-only event on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 9:30 p.m. Join the ‘Dawgs as they present Bulldog Madness inside Paul Porter Arena. Doors open at 9 p.m., and admission is free to the general public. Wear a costume to compete for a prize.

Campus Assembly Minutes 10/22 & 10/24/2024, Campus Assembly

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Molly Littlefield And Quasean Holmes Named Gwu Student-Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After posting strong individual performances on the field and on the court this weekend, sophomore libero Molly Littlefield of the Gardner-Webb University volleyball team and senior running back Quasean Holmes of the Gardner-Webb University football team have been named GWU’s Athletes of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Athletics Hosts Teams From Uncasheville And Montreat Displaced By Helene, Office Of University Communications

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Over the next few weeks, the Gardner-Webb University community might notice a few blue and white Bulldogs showing up around campus or even some blue, white and gold Cavaliers. These are the school colors and mascots for the University of North Carolina at Asheville and Montreat College. Both colleges have teams staying at Gardner-Webb.

Cayton White And Leo Andrade Named Gardner- Webb Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After a strong weekend (Oct. 11-12) both on the court and on the pitch, redshirt sophomore outside hitter Cayton White from Gardner-Webb volleyball and junior defender Leo Andrade from Gardner-Webb men’s soccer have been named the first Gardner-Webb Athletes of The Week.

Women’S Basketball 2024-2025 Schedule Released, Office Of University Communications

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The Big South Conference has announced the women’s basketball league schedule for the upcoming season, featuring 16 conference games for the Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team.

Gwu Men’S Basketball Announces Competitive 2024-25 Slate, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb University men’s basketball team has announced its schedule for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. This year’s slate is comprised of 29 games, including 11 games within the friendly confines of Paul Porter Arena. The Big South Conference Schedule features a 16-game round-robin format, with return trips against each conference opponent throughout the season.

Four-Time Paralympic Swimmer And New Mother Mallory Weggemann Earns Fourth Gold Medal, Office Of University Communications

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”The vision of getting behind the starting blocks in Paris at my fourth Paralympic Games and looking to the stands and seeing Jay holding our daughter has been something that has been ingrained in my mind and heart long before we knew Charlotte was Charlotte. A vision that gave me strength when I needed it most, grounding me in my purpose when I felt overwhelmed and anchored me in my ‘why’ when the journey felt all consuming.”

Gardner-Webb Lacrosse Honored For Academic Excellence, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb Women’s Lacrosse team has been recognized by the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) as an honor squad for the 2023- 2024 academic year. To qualify for this prestigious honor, the team must have posted a 3.2 or higher team GPA for the academic year.

Two-Time Reigning Football Champs Begin 2024 Season On Aug. 29 In Spangler Stadium, Office Of University Communications

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The two-time reigning conference champion Gardner-Webb football team opens its 2024 season poised to build on a winning legacy that spans over a century. The first football team took the field in 1920. Since then, the program has earned 18 conference titles. Four of those titles came in Division I play—2002, 2003, 2022 (Big South) and 2023 (Big South-OVC).

Gardner-Webb Football’S First Victory Day An Evening To Remember, Office Of University Communications

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Backed by a line of Gardner-Webb football players, the quarterback crossed into the end zone. The crowd erupted into cheers. The GWU Band blasted the fight song— and many parents and spectators smiled while holding back tears.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Ranked 3rd In Preseason Poll, Placing Two On All-Conference List, Office Of University Communications

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Heading into the 2024 season, the Gardner-Webb University men’s soccer team has earned two honors. The team was voted third in the Big South Preseason Coaches’ Poll, as released by the Big South on Aug. 14, picking up 48 total points. In addition, the Runnin’ Bulldogs placed a pair of defenders on the 2024 Big South Preseason All-Conference list.