Young Alumnus of the Year: James Graham amazed by 'the impact Samford has'
James Graham '14 endowed two scholarships in honor of his grandfathers and serves on the Brock School of Business Advisory Board.
Annual Go Global Week Encourages Samford Campus to Fulfill Great Commission
Samford University’s campus turned into a hub for global missions during the annual Go Global Week, where events challenged students and guests to spread the Gospel “to the ends of the Earth” and fulfill the Great Commission.
Samford’s Healthcare Administration Program Prepares Students for Professional Leadership
Samford’s Healthcare Administration program prepares students for leadership through hands-on experiences, professional connections and a focus on ethical, servant leadership. The program recently earned seven-year AUPHA recertification, the maximum certification period available.
Finding Friendship in Formation
From first-year performers to senior leaders, Samford marching band members find friendship, mentorship and belonging through music.
In the Heart of Opera: Music and Theatre Students Discover Growth, Confidence and Calling in Italy
Immersed in Italy's rich opera tradition, students developed their craft alongside artists from around the world.
Samford Accounting Program Ranks Top 5% Nationally for CPA Pass Rates, #1 in Alabama
Brock School of Business's accounting program earned an 80.8% first-time pass rate on the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Exam—the highest score in the state of Alabama.
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Honors First-Year Students During Annual White Coat Ceremony
McWhorter School of Pharmacy recognized its first-year Doctor of Pharmacy students during the annual White Coat Ceremony, celebrating their entry into the pharmacy profession and emphasizing the trust, compassion and responsibility of patient care. Students were joined by pharmacists, faculty members, fellow pharmacy students, alumni, parents and professional mentors who helped mark this significant moment in their journey.
Carson Examines National Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence Through New Scholarship
Cumberland School of Law associate professor Carlissa Carson's article, "The White Hat Hacker's Approach: A Vulnerability Analysis of U.S. Cyber Laws," was published in the Montana Law Review in July, and a forthcoming article examines the growing use of AI in government decision-making.
Samford Sociology Student Connects Classroom Learning with Criminal Justice Reform
Samford University student Westin Baker spent his summer gaining firsthand experience with Alabama’s legal system through an internship with the Alabama Appleseed Center for Law and Justice.
Samford Geography Student Applies GIS Skills at NASA
For Samford University student Anna Pharo, a summer internship at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, offered an opportunity to take skills developed in the classroom and apply them to a project with real-world implications.
Samford Health Professions Students Commit to Their Calling
When 118 students in Samford University's School of Health Professions gathered in Reid Chapel for the annual Commitment to Calling Ceremony, it signified the beginning of their professional education and reflections on how they are called to use their gifts in service to others.
Cumberland School of Law Trial Team Wins All-Star Regional Championship, Advances to Nationals
With the regional competition win, members of Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law’s national trial team will advance to the national round of the All-Star Bracket Challenge in San Antonio, Texas, in November.
A Tradition of Connection: Alumni Gather for Cumberland School of Law Annual Reunion
Cumberland School of Law graduates returned to Birmingham to reconnect with classmates and friends, celebrate milestone reunions and honor distinguished members of the Cumberland community.
Brock School of Business Dedicates New Sports Industry Program Space, Celebrates Expanded Analytics Center
Samford University's Brock School of Business welcomed students, faculty, donors, advisory board members, industry leaders and friends of the program on Oct. 2 to celebrate the dedication of the new Sports Industry Program student space and the expansion of the Andrews-White-Cooney Center for Sports Analytics.
Samford Advances Sustainability, Environmental Stewardship through Local Research, Restoration and Education
For more than a decade, Samford faculty and students have studied the health of the Shades Creek watershed, helped reduce erosion and worked alongside community partners to protect local habitat.
Atlanta Alumni Kick Off 10th Anniversary Celebrations for Regional Chapters
The Atlanta regional alumni chapter kicked off the first of seven celebrations honoring chapters reaching a decade of fellowship.
Faith in Caring: Kristen Johnston Helps Future Nurse Practitioners Thrive
For Kristen Johnston, DNP, FNP-BC, nursing has always been about caring for people, whether at a patient's bedside or in the classroom.
Samford Partners with Cedarworks Inc. to Present 13th Annual Lion's Den Business-as-Mission Event
Samford University and Cedarworks Inc. will host the 13th annual Lion’s Den pitch competition on Oct. 15 at The Harbert Center, advancing the Kingdom through Business-as-Mission entrepreneurship.
Bulldogs To Play At Chattanooga Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford football team will travel to Chattanooga, Tenn., to take on the Chattanooga Mocs Saturday at 12 p.m. (CT) at Finley Stadium. The game can be seen live on ESPN+.
Soccer Game Time Moved Up To 4 p.m.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Today's soccer game between Samford and Furman has been moved up to a 4 p.m. start due to expected inclement weather moving into the Birmingham area.
The John Grass Show: Oct. 8, 2026
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Check out episode two of the John Grass Show, hosted by Molly Robinson. Hear Coach Grass recap last week's game at UAB and preview this week's road SoCon contest at Chattanooga.
Bulldogs Set To Host SoCon Leading Terriers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford volleyball team will defend home this week, to compete in a two-match conference showdown against the Wofford Terriers on Friday and Saturday. The Bulldogs will play on Friday at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m. at Pete Hanna Center.
Friday Soccer Game Time Changed
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Samford soccer team's Southern Conference game against Furman on Friday has been moved up to a 5 p.m. start due to expected inclement weather moving into the Birmingham area.
Samford Soccer To Host Furman In Key SoCon Game Friday Evening
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team will play host to the Furman Paladins Friday at 6 p.m. at Shauna Yelton Field. The game can be seen live on ESPN+.
