We look forward to having our alumni back on campus for Homecoming Weekend 2023 and are excited to cheer the defending SOCON Champion Bulldogs on to victory over The Citadel!
Please mark your calendars and start making plans to join us for the largest alumni event of the year!
Reunion Classes:
10-Year: Class of 2013
25-Year: Class of 1998
50-Year: Class of 1973
Homecoming Schedule
Thursday, October 26
Lecture: Informatics-Based Innovations for Chronic Liver Disease Care
October 26, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Christenberry Planetarium
Presenter: Dr. Ashley Spann
Homecoming Ball (Current Samford Students only)
October 26, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Bashinsky Fieldhouse
Homecoming Lecture Series, Oct. 27
Topic: Food is Medicine
Dr. Ashley Licata. Assistant Professor, School of Public Health
October 27, 3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Brooks Hall, Room 206BJoin us as we learn how the food we eat contributes not only to overall health but can also be a tool for the prevention and treatment of disease. No registration is required.
Topic: A Tale of a Mysterious Ancient Egyptian King and his Tomb
Dr. Dawn McCormack, Dean, Howard College of Arts and Sciences
October 27, 3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Brock Forum, Dwight Beeson HallJoin Howard College of Arts and Sciences’ newly appointed dean, Dr. Dawn McCormack, as we explore the clues to kingship and royal religion during the elusive 13th Dynasty through the excavations of a tomb at the site of Abydos. Developments in this period provided the ideological foundation for the New Kingdom, including such kings as Tutankhamun and Ramesses II. No registration is required.
Topic: What is happening in the world of AI?
Dr. Brian Toone, Assistant Professor, Howard College of Arts and Sciences
October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Chapman Halll, Room 322Every wonder what AI is and how it will impact you? Join us as we dive into how AI technology works, current advances and the new personal tool called ChatGPT. We will also learn how these technologies can impact education. No registration is required.
Topic: Understanding the Power of Samford's Campus Architecture
Dr. David R. Bains, Professor, Howard College of Arts and Sciences
October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Chapman Hall, Room 214Samford’s campus is distinct in its beauty, but have you ever wondered about Samford’s main campus and the history of the development of American college campuses? Join us for this lecture that focuses on alternative designs proposed, development of the campus over time and the architects’ use of iconic forms at Samford. No registration is required.
Friday, October 27
Mathematics and Computer Science Open House
October 27, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Russell Hall, 3rd Floor
Department of Classics and Philosophy Open House
October 27, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chapman Hall, Room 320
Music and Worship Open House
October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Boren Courtyard
We are looking forward to welcoming back all alumni who have served or are serving in Music/Worship related ministry positions since graduating from Samford. Let's all get together and reconnect during a relaxed time of light refreshments and conversation .
Samford Homecoming Quad Party
October 27, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Samford University Quad
Join alumni and friends for the official kick-off to Homecoming Weekend with the Samford Homecoming Quad Party! There will be games, inflatables for children, music and food trucks! As part of the Quad Party, check out the newly renovated Caf as celebrity chef James Briscione '01 will provide teaching demos anytime between 5-8. It will be a great evening on campus!
Saturday, October 28
Air Force ROTC 5K Tombstone Trot
October 28, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Samford Track Parking Lot and Lakeshore Trail
Cost: $25
The Tombstone Trot hosted by AFROTC Det 012 puts an exciting Halloween spin on our annual 5k. The 5k race is organized to support our detachment and host an event for the surrounding Birmingham community. The race will finish with a costume contest and a prize for the winner, so costumes are highly encouraged! Registration coming soon!
Todd on the Quad
October 28, 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Quad, in front of Brooks Hall
Join Howard College of Arts and Sciences for the annual BBQ lunch.
Class of 1998 Reunion
October 28, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
University Center, Harry’s Coffeehouse
Cost: $8 for adults, free for children 0-12
Connect with former classmates and friends through your 25-year reunion. This event is family friendly, and a great time to enjoy community with classmates. After breakfast, check out the Samford Shop to purchase your Samford gear, located in the University Center. Then, join us on the Quad for tailgating starting at 10:30 a.m.
Class of 2013 Reunion
October 28, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
University Center, Harry’s Coffeehouse
Cost: $8 for adults, free for children 0-12
Connect with former classmates and friends through your 10-year reunion. This event is family friendly, and a great time to enjoy community with classmates. After breakfast, check out the Samford Shop to purchase your Samford gear, located in the University Center. Then, join us on the Quad for tailgating starting at 10:30 a.m.
Kappa Delta Homecoming Brunch
October 28, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Brewer Plaza
Join Kappa Delta's founding class members and alumnae to celebrate Samford's Homecoming weekend! We will have grab-and-go breakfast items on the Brewer Plaza from 9-10:30 a.m.
Homecoming CE, McWhorter School of Pharmacy
October 28, 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
College of Health Sciences, Room 1409
Cost: Free for alumni with discount code ALUM or $50 for non-alumni
Samford University Worship Service
October 28, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Hodges Chapel
Join Samford alumni, parents, students, donors and friends for a worship service in Hodges Chapel., hosted by Beeson Divinity School. Tailgates will immediately follow the worship service.
Roundabout, Samford Art Gallery
October 28, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The Samford Art Gallery invites you to enjoy and celebrate the work of four recent Samford Art & Design alumni, Molly (Greene) Lay, Kaitlin West, Nicole Weldy, and Connor Gayda.
Children's Story Time with a special appearance by Sam the Bulldog
October 28, 11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Orlean Beeson School of Education Tailgate Tent
Registration Link: n/a
Cost: n/a
Join Orlean Beeson School of Education for Children's Story Time, where alumni and friends of the university will share their works, with signed copies available for purchase. Author, Mary Anne Freeman and illustrator, Memory Smith '19 will share their book, Let's Roll Oliver: A True Story. Author and illustrator, Ashley Steiner Gossett ‘19, will share her book, Daily Bread, Mealtime Table Blessings and author, Lisa Williamson ‘84 and ’93 and illustrator, Jason Haynes, ’05 will share their book The Sock Monster. Come early for a special appearance from Sam the Bulldog and stay late for STEAM activities and face painting.
Samford CARES Open House & Art Show
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Samford CARES Suite, Health & Wellness Center
Come visit the newly renovated Samford CARES suite and Samford Pantry! You will enjoy this beautiful space filled with art created by alumni Jennifer Kerr Page '93! There will be mingling, mocktails and an art auction to support the work of Samford CARES!
Golden Bulldog Luncheon & Class of 1973 Reunion
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Brock School of Business, Regions Community Resource Room
Cost: $25 per person
Join fellow alumni who have graduated 50+ years ago for fellowship as we celebrate your time as a Samford/Howard student. We will also honor the 1973 reunion class, celebrating their 50th class reunion.
Samford Black Alumni Association Homecoming Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Enjoy fellowship with alumni and friends through a tailgate on the Quad, hosted by the Samford Black Alumni Association. Lunch will be provided, and guests/families are welcome to attend.
Samford Alumni Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Join alumni, friends and families for tailgating on the Quad. Enjoy food, games, music and fellowship. will be provided to the first 100 guests in the tent.
Alpha Delta Pi Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Alpha Omicron Pi Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Beta Theta Pi Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Brock School of Business Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Delta Delta Delta Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
School of Health Professions Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Legacy League Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Orlean Beeson School of Education Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Phi Mu Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Pi Kappa Phi Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
S-Club Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Sigma Nu Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Samford Track and Field Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
School of the Arts Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Student Dietetic Association (SDA) Tailgate
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
University and Micah Fellows
October 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Quad
Bulldog Walk
October 28, 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Quad
Join alumni and friends for Bulldog Walk! The Walk will begin at the steps of the University Center, and then proceed through the west side of the Quad and on to the stadium.
Samford vs. The Citadel Football Game
October 28, 2:00 p.m.
Pete Hanna Stadium Stadium
Download the Homecoming App
Want to make your Homecoming experience as fun and easy as possible? Download the Homecoming app and never miss an event! Not only will it provide a full schedule of events, but you can customize your schedule to get date/time/location notifications about the activities most important to you. In addition, the app will also provide valuable information to enhance your experience (like parking directions!).
- Download the Samford Guides app.
- Search for Samford Homecoming 2023.
- View the full schedule of events and set reminder notifications for your favorites.
Hotel Accommodations
Courtyard by Marriott near campus has a hotel room block for guests attending Samford's Homecoming. You can reserve your room by calling Marriott Reservations at 1-800- 321-2211 and reference the Samford University Alumni Homecoming Room Block-group code: SUAC!
Questions for Alumni Association?
Casey Ramey – Executive Director – cramey@samford.edu - 205-726-4315
Allison Toomey – Director of Special Events and Communication – ahedge@samford.edu – 205-726-2961
Meg Donovan – Assistant Director of Alumni Chapters and Clubs – malford2@samford.edu – 205-726-4392
Allison Strickland – Advisor, Samford Ambassadors – ahubbard@samford.edu – 205-726-4065