news-category: Academics Five New Learning Modules Added to Improve Virtual Journal By Office of University Communications On October 9, 2020 Instructional Modules Are Authored by EdD Candidates in Their Final Semester of Coursework Five new professional learning modules have just been published to the IMPROVE virtual journal. IMPROVE stands for Instructional Modules for Professional learning Responding to Opportunities and Valuing Educators (IMPROVE). Modules within the resource are collaboratively authored by candidates in their final semester of coursework in the EdD in Curriculum & Instruction at GWU and promote positive, data-informed, sustainable change in instructional practices or organizational structures to improve student learning at the K-12 level and beyond. Coaching the Resistant Teacher by Mallory Bricker, Gwendolyn Johnson, and LaShaunda Plain-MamonCollegial Feedback: Navigating the Obstacles by Anna Coats, Shaunee Howard, and Kevin WardFrom Student Engagement to Student Empowerment by Gail D. Gallman and Kelsey J. GibsonInclusion: A Sense of Belonging by Judith Mills, Pamela Moore, and Alisha PrivetteRestorative Practices: An Introduction to a Positive, Research-Based Alternative to a Punitive Discipline System by Mindy Duckworth, Bianca Jeffries, and Kelli Passmore
News Article ÐãÉ«¶ÌÊÓÆµ-Webb University and Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy Establish Partnership Gryphon-Bulldog Collaborative to Bring New Opportunities for Thomas Jefferson Students BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Students at Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy (TJCA) will soon have expanded access to college‑level coursework through a new partnership with ÐãÉ«¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€‘Webb University. The initiative was formalized with the recent signing of the Gryphon‑Bulldog Collaborative. “This partnership represents a significant step forward in expanding […] Office of University Communications | May 6, 2026
News Article ÐãÉ«¶ÌÊÓÆµ-Webb to Recognize Graduates from 2026 Academic Year Commencement Ceremonies on May 8 will Celebrate Achievements of Over 500 Graduates BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—ÐãÉ«¶ÌÊÓÆµ-Webb University will celebrate the achievements of over 500 graduates on May 8 in Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center. Traditional undergraduate students will be honored at 9 a.m., with graduates from master’s and doctoral programs recognized at 2 p.m.  “Commencement is one […] Office of University Communications | April 29, 2026
News Article ÐãÉ«¶ÌÊÓÆµ-Webb University Students Excel at Regional Math Jeopardy Competition Team Finishes Second at MAA Southeastern Sectional Meeting; Junior Timothy Campbell Wins Presentation Prize BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Months of preparation, quick thinking and teamwork propelled the ÐãÉ«¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€‘Webb University Math Jeopardy team to a second‑place finish at a competition held recently during the Southeastern Sectional Meeting of the Mathematical Association of America. Competing against 26 teams, the […] Office of University Communications | April 28, 2026