Gardner-Webb University is a private Christian university located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. One of the distinguishing features of Gardner-Webb is its mascot, named "Webb," which represents the school's athletic teams known as the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs. Webb is a lovable and energetic bulldog character that symbolizes the university's athletic spirit and competitive nature. The mascot wears a bulldog costume with the school's colors of red and black, and can be seen at various sporting events, pep rallies, and other campus activities. The Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I in the Big South Conference. The university offers a variety of sports for both men and women, including basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, golf, and many others.
Not a complete series yet but there’s only two left to come according to the Sadie’s readers facebook group and they’ve been released one every two weeks or so which means it shouldn’t be too long before the final two are released.
In a slight twist on the usual academy storyline, the main character a woman called Elliott who is 22 and already knows about magic, as does her little sister Maddy. She arrives at the school to find the trio of guys she d eyed up a few days before at the bar welcoming her with a bit of heckling and the guy she had a one night stand to be one of her new teachers.
The university offers a variety of sports for both men and women, including basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, golf, and many others. The teams are known for their dedication and commitment to excellence, and the mascot Webb is always there to cheer them on and inspire school spirit. As the symbol of the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs, Webb represents the university's values of teamwork, determination, and perseverance.
Book of unpredictable magic
Dangerous intrigue, forbidden passion, and ominous magic. And that’s just on my first day.
As the newest recruit at the Institute of Unpredictable Magic, I’m determined to prove I have what it takes to be part of this elite team of supernaturals who protect the magical community. But I didn’t count on sparks flying between me and my new partner, Logan, the sex-on-a-stick mage who’s as competitive as I am.
I also didn’t count on our first assignment together turning into an absolute disaster.
Now we’re in a race against the clock to uncover the whereabouts of a potentially dangerous magic user with powers no one’s ever seen before. The only two people who can help us are Nick, a millionaire playboy whose easy charm throws me completely off-balance, and Saint, a darkly handsome convict with a mysterious past.
I thought developing feelings for one of my co-workers was bad, but as the four of us are forced to rely on each other, I can’t deny that I’m drawn to Nick and Saint too.
And as the danger of our mission grows, I realize I’m about to be in way over my head—in more ways than one.
You know how they say trouble always comes in threes?
Well, I think I know exactly who my three are.
My Review
Oh wow, where do I start? I know! This author is amazing and I loved this book. It had everything I was looking for. A strong female lead, check. Three swoon worthy men, check. Action that keeps you reading until it's too late to realize the book is over, check. wait, no! My only complaint is that it was over too soon and now I have to wait for the second book.
This is a spin-off series of her Academy of Unpredictable Magic. I did not read that series and it's not necessary in order to understand what's going on in this book. This book stands alone. However, fans of Academy of Unpredictable Magic will appreciate this one because the main characters make an appearance.
Sadie Moss does a great job with the pace and flow of the book. It starts right in with the female lead, Raelyn, finishing her final exam at Griffin and then getting a job offer at The Institute of Unpredictable Magic (IUM), which has been a dream job of hers ever since her magic sparked. Rae is smart, driven and super competitive when it comes to school and basically everything else in her life. She meets the sexy mage, Logan, at IUM and sparks instantly fly. He's also driven and competitive and this turned into a little bit of foreplay for the two of them. The chemistry and steam from these two is what lit my kindle on fire a few times. Rae and Logan are given their first case and they run into a bit of trouble. This leads to IUM bringing in Nick, the millionaire who has charm, humor and is a genius when it comes to science and magic. Also, Saint, a darkly handsome convict with a mysterious past. Rae feels a connection with all of them and I can't blame her because I feel it too. I can't wait to see where this all goes.
Magic exists. I know—it’s in my blood.
The mascot plays an important role in engaging the crowd and creating a lively and exciting atmosphere at athletic events. Webb is often seen interacting with fans, leading cheers, and entertaining the audience with his playful and spirited antics. Overall, the Gardner-Webb mascot Webb is an integral part of the university's sports culture and adds to the overall experience for students, alumni, and fans. Whether it's on the field, court, or in the stands, Webb is always there to support and uplift the Gardner-Webb athletic teams, promoting a sense of unity and pride in the school's athletic achievements..
Reviews for "The Symbolism Behind Gardner Webb's Mascot: How it Represents the University's Values"
1. John - 1 star
I was really disappointed with the Gardner Webb Mascot. It was just a person in a bulldog costume, and they didn't even do anything interesting or entertaining. The mascot just walked around and waved at people, without any energy or enthusiasm. It was honestly really boring to watch, and I expected more from a college mascot. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time watching the Gardner Webb Mascot at any sporting event.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
The Gardner Webb Mascot was a letdown. The costume looked cheap and the person inside didn't seem to know how to properly perform as a mascot. There was no excitement or interaction with the crowd, which made it feel like they weren't even there. The whole point of having a mascot is to bring energy and entertainment, but the Gardner Webb Mascot fell flat in that aspect. I was really hoping for a fun and engaging experience, but unfortunately, it just wasn't there.
3. Mike - 2 stars
I attended a game where the Gardner Webb Mascot was present, and I have to say, it was not impressive. The person inside the costume seemed disinterested and lacked any sort of charisma. There was no creativity or excitement coming from the mascot, and it made the whole experience feel lackluster. I understand that not all mascots can be amazing, but the Gardner Webb Mascot was definitely a disappointment. I would suggest they work on improving their performance and bringing more energy to the games.