Samford Unveils New Innovation Space for Student Business Owners
Samford University’s Brock School of Business officially unveiled a new student lab on Oct. 28. Located on the first floor of Cooney Hall, the Titus/UFG Innovation Lab serves as the new home of the Samford Startup program, offering a modern, collaborative space where student entrepreneurs can turn ideas into reality.
Homecoming Weekend: Complete Schedule Announced for Lectures, Parties, Reunions
Samford's Homecoming Weekend will take place Nov. 7-8, with opportunities for alumni to connect, watch multiple sporting events and enjoy fun activities on campus.
Large-Scale Disaster Simulation Gives Students Hands-On Experience in Crisis Response
Samford University’s College of Health Sciences transformed the Track and Soccer Complex into a high-stakes emergency zone
Frank and Marti Buck Plaza: Samford Dedicates Green Space Connecting Central Campus
The Bucks, who met at a Samford basketball game in 1974, have supported athletics programs and established a nursing scholarship.
Brock School of Business Announces 2025-26 Samford Startup Cohort
Samford Startup, the student-led business incubator housed in Samford University’s Brock School of Business, has announced its 2025-26 cohort. Through this experiential program, students explore what it takes to launch, grow and scale a business while building the confidence and creativity essential for entrepreneurial success.
Samford Startup: Tanner Wages Photography
Tanner Wages, a junior journalism and mass communication major at Samford University, is the owner of Tanner Wages Photography. Her business is dedicated to capturing meaningful moments and telling stories through authentic, timeless imagery.
Samford Startup: The Etc. Shop
Emma Claire Thompson, a sophomore finance and marketing double major, is the owner of The Etc. Shop. What started as a creative hobby has grown into a thriving small business fueled by her resourcefulness, entrepreneurial spirit and love for crafting meaningful, personalized products. The Etc. Shop offers custom apparel, stickers, cups and more.
Samford Startup: Braedy Sommerville Fitness Coaching
Braedy Sommerville, a sophomore management major, is the owner of Braedy Sommerville Fitness Coaching. Driven by a passion for health and faith, Sommerville is creating a platform that blends physical fitness with personal encouragement, helping others grow stronger both inside and out.
Samford Startup: Hydraglow Co.
Ava O’Dowd, a junior accounting major, is the owner of Hydraglow Co., a skincare business that focuses on creating high-quality tools designed to enhance confidence and promote genuine skin health. She hopes to bring authenticity and education to the skincare industry through products that empower women to embrace their natural beauty.
Samford Startup: Light The Path Candle Co.
Ty Nelson, a junior finance and entrepreneurship double major, is the owner of Light the Path Candle Co. Balancing his studies and entrepreneurial spirit, Nelson is turning his passion for faith and creativity into something meaningful. His company offers handcrafted, competitively priced candles that not only create a warm atmosphere but also serve a greater purpose.
Samford Startup: Labeled by Love
Shelby Law, a sophomore entrepreneurship major, is the owner of Labeled by Love. She launched her women’s clothing brand to combine her love for fashion with her passion for encouraging others to embrace their God-given identity. Labeled by Love offers trendy clothing items that reflect confidence, faith and individuality.
Samford Startup: Styled with Leah
Leah Henderlong, a junior marketing major at Samford University, is the owner of Styled with Leah. What started as a fun project for a friend quickly turned into a growing jewelry business fueled by her love for design and entrepreneurship.
Samford Startup: Stitched by Madison
Madison Hamilton, a junior marketing and entrepreneurship double major, is the owner of Stitched by Madison. What started as a small high school side hustle has grown into a thriving sorority apparel brand that reflects Madison’s creativity, entrepreneurial drive and commitment to community, offering customizable sweatshirts, hats, pins and more.
Samford Startup: Cleanr Windows
Grayson Birch, a senior management major, and Luke Ferris, a senior finance major, are the co-owners of Cleanr Windows. Birch and Ferris turned their desire for meaningful work into a growing window-cleaning business that continues to expand while providing opportunities for fellow Samford students.
Samford Startup: DormVault
Alex Dickey, a senior accounting major, is the owner of DormVault, a local business that helps college students move and store their things throughout the year.
Samford Startup: Brooks Paper Company
Natalie Brooks, a sophomore entrepreneurship and Spanish double major, is the owner of Brooks Paper Company. Brooks combines her love for storytelling and design to create mixed media picture books that inspire creativity and connection for readers of all ages.
Samford Student Media Earns National Recognition at 2025 Pinnacle Awards
Samford University student media outlets were honored with multiple national awards at the 2025 Pinnacle Awards, presented by the College Media Association during MediaFest 25 in Washington, D.C.
Samford’s Josh Reeves Appointed Associate Co-Editor for Christian Scholar’s Review
Josh Reeves, director of Samford University’s Center for Science and Religion, has been appointed associate co-editor for Theology at Christian Scholar’s Review (CSR).
Bulldogs Place Fourth, Nicastro Finishes Seventh At The Judson
HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Samford sophomore Gabi Nicastro finished in a tie for seventh and Samford placed fourth as a team at The Judson, held Monday and Tuesday at Hattiesburg Country Club.
Hatcher Meets With The Media: Wofford Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Samford head football coach Chris Hatcher met with the media Tuesday to talk about his team's latest game against Chattanooga and to preview this week's road game at Wofford.
Meritt Named SoCon Offensive Player Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford junior outside hitter Kaleigh Meritt was named the Southern Conference Offensive Player of the Week when the league released its weekly volleyball awards Monday afternoon.
Samford Places At SoCon Undergraduate Research Forum
Spartanburg, S.C.- Samford University students and faculty placed first and second in Best Oral Presentation in STEM at the Southern Conference's annual SURF this past weekend.
Bulldogs Host The CCB Invitational
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford men's tennis team and The Country Club of Birmingham hosted the CCB Collegiate Invitational over the weekend.
Bulldogs Earn Outright SoCon Crown With 2-1 Win At UNC Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Samford soccer team earned the outright Southern Conference regular-season title with a 2-1 win over UNC Greensboro in the regular season finale for both teams Sunday afternoon at the UNCG Soccer Stadium.
