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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.
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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).
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Ancient Civilizations, Modern Insights: Samford to Offer Study Abroad Opportunities in Rome and Egypt
Samford University students will have the chance to walk in the footsteps of emperors and pharaohs through two upcoming study abroad programs in Rome and Egypt during May 2026.
 
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Sincerely, Samford Abroad: The World is Waiting
Study abroad programs at Samford University are opening doors for students of every major, blending professional development with unforgettable cultural experiences.
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Samford School of Education Alumna Features Christenberry Planetarium in New Book
When Cherith Fluker, EdD ’18, set out to write Secret Birmingham, she wanted to uncover lesser-known stories of her city. Released in August, the book highlights 84 distinctive sites in Birmingham, Alabama, weaving together history, culture and community. Among those featured is Samford University’s Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium, placing the university at the heart of Birmingham’s story.
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Francis Su Delivers 2025 Davis Lecture on Mathematics and Human Flourishing
Howard College of Arts and Sciences welcomed Francis Su, Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College, as the featured speaker for the 2025 J. Roderick Davis Lecture, held Thursday, Oct. 9, in Reid Chapel.
 
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Howard College Faculty Navigate the Rise of AI in the Classroom: Part Two
In part one of this series, faculty of Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences reflected on how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping their classrooms, student development and vocational formation.
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Samford Debate Excels at Season’s First Tournament
Samford University’s debate team opened its season with a strong performance at the 55th Annual JW Patterson Debates, hosted by the University of Kentucky.
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Samford Alumna Finds Calling in Writing and Ministry Through Social Media
When Katherine Catlett ’22 graduated from Samford University with a degree in communication studies, she knew she wanted to be a writer.
 
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Samford Freshman Mason Currier Sets Alabama Birding Record
While most students spent their senior year of high school preparing for graduation, Mason Currier was busy making history, one bird at a time.
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Samford History Department Receives Two National Grants
Howard College of Arts and Sciences history professor and chair Jonathan Den Hartog has received two competitive grants in support of the department’s teaching and research.
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Howard College Faculty Navigate the Rise of AI in the Classroom: Part One
As artificial intelligence continues to transform education and the broader world, faculty in Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences are leading the way in helping students think critically and ethically about its implications.
 
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Samford Alumnus Bradyn Debysingh Makes West End Debut in The Phantom of the Opera
Samford University alumnus Bradyn Debysingh ’21 has taken the stage at one of the world’s most iconic theatres: His Majesty’s Theatre in London.
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Samford Stockham Scholars Host Carol Swain for Dinner and Conversation
Samford University’s Stockham Scholars program welcomed political scientist and legal scholar Carol Swain for dinner and conversation on the first day of the fall semester, giving students the opportunity to hear her personal journey and perspective on American politics, race relations and the state of higher education.
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Vaulting Into Opportunity: Jed Sisco Embraces Samford’s Online Environmental Master’s Program
For Jed Sisco, a native of Morrow, Ohio, choosing Samford University’s Master of Science in Environmental Health, Policy and Management (MSEM) program was an unexpected but timely decision.
 
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President Taylor touts 'courage' at Samford's 184th opening convocation
Samford University's fifth-year president encouraged students and faculty to face the year with courage, trust in God’s support and filter external voices that peddle fear.
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Core Texts Lectures to Enrich Student Learning at Samford this Fall
Samford Students will experience a new approach to Core Texts through a pair of campuswide lectures that align directly with assigned readings in the curriculum.
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Samford PRSSA Chapter Earns 12th Consecutive Star Chapter Award
Samford University’s chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) has been named a 2025 Star Chapter by PRSSA National, marking the 12th consecutive year the chapter has received this prestigious recognition.