Burford Launches 30 Days of Real Taps to Honor Alabama Veterans
For 30 consecutive days this September, the sound of a live bugle will carry across Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo as part of an initiative led by Samford University alumnus Matthew Burford.
What to Expect at Family Weekend: A Little Advice from Someone Who Gets It
Family Weekend is about reconnecting, embracing your student’s independence, meeting their people and making meaningful memories together!
Samford Graduate Students Explore Character Education During Inaugural England Program
Graduate students from Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education traveled to England this summer for the school’s first graduate international trip, where they gained global perspective on character education through research, school visits and cultural experiences.
Samford English Faculty Explore Vocation Through Teaching and Scholarship
Two Samford University English professors are contributing to a national conversation about vocation, education and the formative role of the humanities through their scholarship with the Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE).
Micah Fellows Impact Birmingham through Service Internships
Micah 6:8 grounds Samford University's Micah Fellows honors program. Throughout their four years in the program, participants devote their minds and talents to serving the Birmingham and communities around the world, answering the calls to justice, mercy and humility found in Scripture.
Beeson Alumni in Military Chaplaincy: Deric Thomas
Today, we finish a series highlighting alumni of Beeson Divinity School who serve their country in the field of military chaplaincy. This week, we highlight Capt. Deric Thomas, battalion chaplain for the U.S. Army National Guard of Alabama, who also serves as the director of operations and director of the Lay Academy of Theology for Beeson.
New Samford Business Faculty to Enhance Student Experience
Samford University’s Brock School of Business welcomes four new faculty members in the 2026-27 academic year, bringing professional expertise and a commitment to student success.
Samford Alumna Takes Accounting, French Studies Abroad
Samford University alumna Elana Galambus ’26 will spend the 2026-27 academic year teaching English through the Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF).
Beeson Divinity School Welcomes More Than 60 New Students in Opening Convocation
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School welcomed more than 60 new students during opening convocation for the 2026-27 academic year, celebrating a group of God-called men and women who are preparing to serve the Lord and His church.
Ross Receives Samford University’s Highest Faculty Honor for Scholarship
William G. Ross, the Albert P. Brewer Professor of Law and Ethics at Samford University's Cumberland School of Law, received the Thomas W. Woolley Scholarly Achievement Award which recognizes a faculty member who exemplifies the highest level of scholarly achievement and dedication.
Samford School of Education Honors Alumni and Friends at 2026 Learning for Life Awards Dinner
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education hosted its annual Learning for Life Awards Dinner on Aug. 19, honoring alumni and friends whose leadership and service made a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
President Taylor Invites Deeper Commitment to Prayer
The convocation address opened Samford University's 185th academic year.
Samford University Expands Sports Analytics Center, Transforming Student Opportunities
Samford University has expanded the Andrews-White-Cooney Center for Sports Analytics, dramatically enhancing experiential learning opportunities and industry connections for students pursuing careers in the rapidly growing sports business sector.
A Multilateral Global Vision
In this piece from the 2026 Beeson magazine, Methodist Chair of Divinity Timothy Tennent discusses the global state of Christianity and theological education, as well as Beeson's efforts to prepare students for an ever-changing world.
Samford Welcomes First Cohort of Indonesian Medical Students for Master of Public Health Summer Residency
Eight medical students from Universitas Pelita Harapan in Indonesia came to Alabama for the inaugural summer residency of Samford’s Master of Public Health program. Over three weeks, they explored healthcare, culture and community health while discovering how factors beyond the hospital can shape health outcomes. Their journey offered a new perspective on public health across borders.
Beeson Alumni in Military Chaplaincy: Ben Sprouse
As Samford University continues to honor the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, we continue a series highlighting alumni of Beeson Divinity School who serve their country in the field of military chaplaincy. This week, we highlight Brig. Gen. Ben Sprouse, U.S. Army Joint Chaplain, National Guard Bureau.
Cumberland School of Law Class of 2029 Boasts Record Academic Credentials, Commitment to Service
Samford University's Cumberland School of Law welcomed 182 new students to campus this August as members of the Class of 2029, one of the largest and most academically accomplished classes in the school's history.
Fear Not, Creative: Commercial Music Professor Makes the Case for Human Creativity in the Age of AI
A new book from Steven Potaczek, Samford's commercial music program director, challenges artists to resist fear and embrace their uniquely human calling.
Samford Football Drops Hard-Fought Battle With Tough SIU Team, 22-18
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford football team battled a tough Southern Illinois squad before eventually falling by a score of 22-18 Thursday evening at Bobby Bowden Field at Pete Hanna Stadium.
Samford Soccer Falls In Tight Game At No. 6 Alabama, 1-0
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Samford soccer team battled sixth-ranked Alabama before falling, 1-0, to the Crimson Tide Thursday evening.
SoCon Releases Preseason Cross-Country Poll
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The Southern Conference released its preseason cross-country polls on Thursday, and the Samford women were picked to finish third, while the men's team was tabbed to come in fifth.
Volleyball Set to Compete in Three Matches in Nashville
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford volleyball team will travel to Nashville, Tenn., to compete in the Belmont tournament hosted by the Belmont University Bruins on Friday and Saturday. The Bulldogs will take on Middle Tennessee on Friday at 2 p.m. (CT) and Belmont Saturday at 1 p.m. (CT) at the Curb Event Center. Then the Bulldogs will play an away match at Vanderbilt at 1 p.m. (CT) at the Memorial Gymnasium.
Bulldogs Host Salukis For Home Opener
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford football team returns home tomorrow night to host Southern Illinois for its second game of the season. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. inside Pete Hanna Stadium as Coach John Grass leads his Bulldog side at home for the first time as Samford and Southern Illinois meet for the first time ever.
Samford Travels To No. 6 Alabama Thursday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team will play at the sixth-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide Thursday at 7 p.m. The game can be seen live online on SECN+.
