Samford University Garners 3 Top 10 National Rankings in The Wall Street Journal’s 2025 List of Best Colleges
Samford’s academic reputation continues to flourish, with a No. 2 national ranking in character development and a No. 8 ranking for career preparation in the new rankings.
'Gratitude' Permeates During Samford's 183rd Opening Convocation
Fourth-year president Beck A. Taylor delivered a personal opening address to launch the 2024-25 academic year.
Samford University’s Teacher Education Program Earns National Recognition for Top Clinical Training
In March 2024, the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) released a Clinical Practice Framework, grounded in research and perspectives from the field of education, which details six focus areas that contribute to a strong clinical experience for future teachers.
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education was featured twice in the NCTQ action guide, recognized for its excellence in offering clinical internships and hands-on teacher training opportunities. The school was specifically highlighted for its early field experiences and for embedding fieldwork in local schools, a key component of effective teacher preparation.
Samford School of Education Celebrates Learning for Life Honorees in Annual Awards Dinner
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education began the fall semester with the school’s annual Learning for Life Awards Dinner. Since 2015, the school has recognized distinguished alumni and friends who exemplify leadership in the classroom, school administration, churches, mission organizations, nonprofits, businesses, volunteer organizations and more.
Samford School of Education to Honor Alumni in Annual Learning for Life Awards Dinner
Each year, Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education recognizes distinguished alumni and friends who exemplify leadership in the classroom, school administration, churches, mission organizations, nonprofits, businesses, volunteer organizations and more at the Learning for Life Awards Dinner.
Preparing Others to Serve and Lead: Orlean Beeson School of Education Equips Teachers to Make a Lasting Impact on Future Generations
Having majored in secondary education with a concentration in English, Micaiah Collins ’24 is now prepared to teach at the middle and high school levels.
Education Alumnae Empowering Women in South Africa
Alumnae of Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education Jenny Waltman ’98, Jewel Littleton ’05, MSE ’10, Stacia Gaines ’87 and Lisa Worley ’78 are joining five other Birmingham leaders on a trip to South Africa for a unique women’s empowerment conference later this month.
Samford’s School of Education Hosts 3rd Annual Diversity Forum
For educators, students and their families, access to individualized instruction that meets diverse learning needs, while adhering to standardized curriculum requirements can often seem like a daunting task.
New Partnership Empowers Samford Education Students to Have Difficult Conversations
For the past year, 10 senior teacher education students have actively participated in a new partnership, which culminated in the presentation of their project, “Difficult Conversations,” at the conclusion of the spring semester.
School of Education Launches New Degrees, Certifications through Samford Online
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education is expanding its reach and accessibility through a number of new undergraduate and graduate degree programs and certifications with Samford Online.
Orlean Beeson School of Education Hosts 5th Annual Higher Education Character Convening
The Higher Education Character Convening (HECC) is held this year in Pensacola, Florida, May 13-15.
Shipt and Landing Founder Inspires Business and Education Graduates During Spring Commencement
On Friday, April 26, Samford University awarded 299 degrees to graduates of Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education. Bill Smith, founder of Shipt and Landing, was presented with an honorary Doctor of Commerce degree before delivering his commencement address.
Students Honored in School-wide Awards Ceremony
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education held its annual awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 10.
Students from Human Development and Family Science, Teacher Education and Educational Leadership received awards honoring academic and character excellence and leadership, and were awarded scholarships that affirm these qualities.
Support Character Development on Samford Giving Day
What makes Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education different? While the possible answers to this question are limitless, Laura Casey ’23, a graduate of the School of Education’s Master of Science in instructional leadership, would tell you it is character.
Contributing to the National Conversation on Marriage and Divorce
The institution of marriage and the dissolution of some of those same unions have become deeply threaded into the fabric of American life and society, according to a new textbook on the subject, Marriage and Divorce in America: Issues, Trends, and Controversies.
Samford Students Receive Certification and Training on Trauma and Crisis De-escalation
Hundreds of Samford students, first responders, ministers, law enforcement and other area professionals gathered in the Leslie S. Wright Center to learn about supporting children and adolescents who have experienced a crisis or trauma.
Remembering Timothy Keller Affirms Samford’s Mission
On the night of Feb. 20, the Samford University community gathered in Reid Chapel for Remembering Timothy Keller: An Evening with Collin Hansen. The 13th annual Tom and Marla Corts Distinguished Author Series delivered on its promise to provide this year’s attendees with an intimate look into the life and legacy of one of the 21st century’s most influential church leaders, Rev. Timothy Keller.
The Legacy of Samford’s Ladies: Women’s History in the Archives
The university has watched the history of women in Alabama unfold from the ratification of the 19th Amendment, civil rights, shifting workplace dynamics, notable missionaries, authors, government leaders, and much more.
