WELCOME!

On behalf of the entire Gardner-Webb University community, we would like to congratulate you on your decision to attend GWU! You have made an incredible decision that will change your life forever. You are embarking on a journey that will offer you amazing opportunities of growth; academically, spiritually and socially. We are excited to have you as a Runnin’ Bulldog!

Enrolling in a university can be a pretty intimidating experience, especially when there are so many things you need to learn. But don’t worry, we understand. We are here to help you make that transition as smooth as possible.

o∙ri∙en∙ta∙tion (noun): introductory session – 
a meeting or series of events at which introductory
information or training is provided to somebody
embarking on something new.

The primary purpose of Orientation is to provide a basic introduction to college life and offer resources for the challenges students will encounter. Orientation will establish the foundations upon which students will build over the next four years.

Questions you may have: What do you need to know before starting classes? Will Orientation help you? Where do you go for your Gardner-Webb ID? How does your meal plan work? What is the Kennel? No problem!

At the MANDATORY NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION, we will be here to welcome you to campus and answer those questions, as well as all the “fun” ones.