Cumberland School of Law Recognizes Student Award Recipients, Standifer Receives University Award for Character and Service
Among the law school award honorees, second-year law student Elizabeth Standifer received a prestigious university-wide award in recognition of exemplary character, service and leadership.
Cumberland School of Law Reports Nearly 95 Percent Employment Rate for Class of 2025
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law continues to demonstrate strong employment outcomes, with 94.9% of Class of 2025 graduates who were eligible for employment securing positions 10 months after graduation.
Bridging Worlds: Former Nurse Preparing to Make Impact in Law
From clinical care to legal counsel, Catie Bovey, a member of Cumberland School of Law's class of 2026, is blending expertise to serve others in new ways.
Samford’s Alicia Gilbert Emerges as Expert in Ongoing 340B Litigation
Research by Alicia Gilbert, assistant professor at Cumberland School of Law, is shaping national conversations on lawsuits redefining drug-industry oversight.
Two Paths, One Journey: Cooley Sisters Graduate Together from Law School
Sisters Sydni and Skyla Cooley graduate together from Cumberland School of Law after navigating law school, loss and growth while serving as each other’s constant support.
Former Samford Provost, Business Professor Mike Hardin Reflects on a Career of Leadership and Learning Ahead of Retirement
After more than four decades in higher education, J. Michael Hardin, professor of quantitative analysis, will retire at the end of the spring semester, concluding a career defined by academic leadership, scholarly impact and service.
A Career of Purpose: Reflections from Professor and Former Dean Howard Finch as Retirement Approaches
Howard Finch, Sara J. Krawczak Chair in Financial Management and former dean of Samford University’s Brock School of Business, has built a distinguished career marked by thoughtful leadership, academic rigor and a lasting impact on students. He will retire at the conclusion of the 2025-26 academic year.
Samford Communication and Media Students, Faculty Explore Communication in an AI World at Regional Conference
Students and faculty from Samford University’s Department of Communication and Media participated in the 96th annual Southern States Communication Association (SSCA) Convention, April 8–12.
Howard College Honors Faculty and Staff with 2026 Dean’s Awards
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences recognized four faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, scholarship, advising and service during its April faculty meeting, celebrating their meaningful contributions to student success and the life of the college.
University Counseling Staff Completes Certification to Better Support Students
The Samford CARES staff continues to develop its commitment to holistic campus care by investing in the long-term formation of students’ emotional, relational, spiritual and academic flourishing through a recent certification for all full-time counselors.
A Full Circle Season: Samford Employee Prepares to Graduate While Her Daughter Begins Her Samford Journey
For Sie Clay, this season in her life represents both an ending and a beginning. As she prepares to graduate with her Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) through Samford Online, her daughter, Samara, is completing her freshman year studying Human Development and Family Science (HDFS).
Cumberland School of Law Receives $1 Million Gift to Endow Fellowship in Real Estate Law, Names Inaugural Student Fellow
Gift from alumnus Deno P. Dikeou will support students interested in engaging in real estate, policy analysis and related educational pursuits. Second-year law student Cameron Givianpour has been named the inaugural student fellow.
Samford Celebrates Unsung Heroes with 2026 Medallion Awards
Samford’s 2026 Medallion Award recipients—a quartet of silent heroes from across the Birmingham area—exemplify kindness through their civic dedication.
Cumberland School of Law Faculty Scholarship Citations, Jan. 1-March 31, 2026
The scholarship of Samford University Cumberland School of Law faculty members is frequently cited in numerous legal disciplines. The following is a list of faculty authored works cited from Jan. 1-March 31, 2026, and sourced by Westlaw Precision, Lexis+ AI, and HeinOnline.
School of Health Professions Honors 2026 Preceptors of the Year
Samford’s School of Health Professions honored two clinical leaders with Preceptor of the Year awards. PA students selected Jody St. Clair, PA‑C, and Matthew Lenhard, MD, as 2026 recipients.
Samford Law Professor Shapes National Debate on IRS Fraud Enforcement in Supreme Court Case
Cumberland School of Law Professor Tracey Roberts was recently cited in Bloomberg Law’s coverage of a pivotal tax enforcement case now before the U.S. Supreme Court, Hirsch v. U.S. Tax Court.
Samford’s Christenberry Planetarium Brings Community Together to Experience Artemis II Mission
As NASA’s Artemis II mission safely returned to Earth on April 10, marking the successful completion of humanity’s first crewed journey around the moon in more than 50 years, the Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium at Samford University is reflecting on its role in helping the Birmingham community experience the historic moment.
Samford Business Faculty Research Examines How Wearable Health Devices Shape Consumer Well-Being
Wearable health devices like Oura, Whoop, Dexcom Stelo and Apple Watch are generating unprecedented data on sleep, glucose, heart rhythms and stress, yet a study co-authored by Mary P. Harrison of Samford University’s Brock School of Business finds a growing disconnect as health care systems remain focused on episodic, reactive care, creating real consequences for consumers.
Defense Comes Out On Top At Football’s Spring Game, 34-20
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University football team wrapped up spring practice with its spring game Thursday evening at Pete Hanna Stadium. The defense came out on top, defeating the offense by a score of 34-20.
Samford Men's Tennis Sweeps Wofford to Open SoCon Tournament
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.-The Samford men's tennis team delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Wofford on Thursday at the Southern Conference Tournament in Chattanooga, extending their overall record to 15-6.
Women’s Tennis Falls To Wofford In SoCon Quarterfinals
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Samford women's tennis team fell to Wofford, 4-0, in the quarterfinals of the Southern Conference Tournament Thursday afternoon.
Bulldogs Travel To UNCG For Weekend SoCon Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford baseball team will travel to Greensboro, N.C., for a three-game Southern Conference series at UNC Greensboro this weekend. The teams are scheduled to play Friday at 5 p.m. (CT), Saturday at 1 p.m. (CT) and Sunday at 12 p.m. (CT).
Troup/Liakonis Honored On SoCon Women’s Tennis Postseason Team
SPARTANBURG. S.C. – The doubles pairing of Hailey Troup and Eleni Liakonis were honored when the Southern Conference released its postseason women's tennis awards Wednesday afternoon.
Multiple Bulldogs Honored On SoCon Men’s Tennis Postseason Teams
SPARTANBURG. S.C. – A total of five members of the Samford men's tennis team were honored when the Southern Conference released its postseason men's tennis awards Wednesday afternoon.
