The Samford University Event Calendar offers a central listing of significant university events that are open to the Samford community or the public. SPACES provides a comprehensive event list for employees, and Bulldog Central provides a comprehensive event list for students. The registrar’s office maintains the official academic calendar. Academic units, alumni, athletics and Samford Arts maintain audience specific calendars.
Orientation sessions for freshmen students
Orientation sessions for transfer students
As the Samford University Alumni Association resumes hosting in-person events, we hope to see you at the Montgomery Alumni Chapter's fall event for an evening of dinner and fellowship. We will be joined by Dr. Beck Taylor, Samford's 19th President.
Cumberland School of Law hosts orientation for its entering first-year law students.
Join us for the first Samford Professional Network event for the 2021-22 year. Dr. Beck Taylor, Samford's 19th President, will be joining us as the keynote speaker. Learn about the vision Dr. Taylor has for Samford University as we begin the next academic year.
Join alumni and friends as we gather together for a virtual worship service through Zoom. As we launch the fall semester, this will be a time for hope and peace as we grow together in Christ.
Register to attend and learn more about Samford University's Moffett and Sanders School of Nursing nurse practitioner programs on Aug. 18.
Prospective students and their families are invited to register and attend this August open house event to learn more about Samford's Doctor of Pharmacy. As this in-person event, you can ask questions of our admission staff, tour our state-of-the-art facilities and engage with current students and pharmacy faculty.
The Learning for Life awards seek to honor Orlean Beeson School of Education graduates who exemplify leadership in the classroom, school administration, churches, mission organizations, non-profits, businesses, volunteer organizations and more.
Join Orlean Beeson School of Education for a virtual open forum to learn more about its graduate programs. Ask about our graduate tuition scholarships.
Prospective students interested in Samford University's Speech Language Pathology program in the School of Health Professions are invited to an open house event where they can tour the facilities, meet faculty and learn more about the graduate program.
This exhibit will be on display in the Art Gallery from Sept. 1-Oct. 7. There will be a reception at 4:30 on Sept. 2 with an artist talk at 5 p.m. It features a group of traveling artists, 10 American and 10 Chinese, explored the relationship between Christianity and art within a country whose view on visual art has experienced significant transition in contemporary culture. The seminar, hosted by The Nagel Institute for the Study of World Christianity at Calvin College, in partnership with Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and the Lilly Network of Church-Related Colleges and Universities, investigated this main theme and its implications for artists and people of faith in the U.S. and other parts of the world.
Join the Memphis Alumni Chapter for the fall event with the Samford University Alumni Association. We will be joined by Beck and Julie Taylor, Samford's 19th President and First Lady. Dinner will be served, and guests are welcome to attend.
Join Samford's School of the Arts for an entertaining evening showcasing its talented faculty. This is the opening event of our events season.
Prospective students and their families are invited to register and attend this open house event in September to learn more about Samford's prepharmacy curriculum. As this in-person event, you can ask questions of our admission staff, tour our state-of-the-art facilities and engage with current students and pharmacy faculty.
Join the Nashville Alumni Chapter for the fall event with the Samford University Alumni Association. We will be joined by Dr. Beck Taylor, Samford's 19th President. Dinner will be served, and guests are welcome to attend.
Join Randy Atcheson for a concert to benefit the Christian ministry scholarship for Samford students preparing for Christian service as pastors, evangelists, worship leaders, youth leaders, missionaries and various vocations.
Brian Viliunas is a conductor and clarinetist. He travels extensively as a guest artist and conducts the Samford orchestra.
During this annual event, Samford families come together to enjoy campus and build community with other Samford families.
Join Samford's A Cappella Choir in Hodges Chapel for choral vespers.
Join Samford friends and families for the beloved annual hymn sing in Reid Chapel during Family Weekend.
Join the Atlanta Alumni Chapter for the fall event with the Samford University Alumni Association. We will be joined by Dr. Beck Taylor, Samford's 19th President. Hors d'oeuvres will be served, and guests are welcome to attend.
Enjoy an evening with voice faculty Angela Yoon.
Prospective students interested in Samford University's Speech Language Pathology program in the School of Health Professions are invited to an open house event where they can tour the facilities, meet faculty and learn more about the graduate program.
The English countryside comes to life in this classic tale of friendship and bravery. In this witty and magical adaptation, humble and friendly Mole leaves behind the safety and comfort of an underground home to explore the Riverbank. There, Mole becomes fast friends with loyal and brave Ratty, who introduces Mole to arrogant Otter, impulsive Toad and wise Badger. Together they embark on thrilling and daring adventures throughout the Wild Wood. This production is adapted by Moses Goldberg and based on the book by Kenneth Grahame. There will be a special by invitation only FirstNight event on Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. with preshow activities starting at 6:16 p.m.
Professor Brad Diamond is a talented tenor known for his musicianship and style and travels as a guest recitalist. This performance will include John Robertson on the piano. .
The Samford Orchestra will perform twice in the fall and twice in the spring.
Come hear the candidates for the open Alabama U.S. Senate seat to learn more about their visions for the future of Alabama and our nation.
Join the Washington, D.C. Alumni Chapter for the fall event with the Samford University Alumni Association. We will be joined by Dr. Beck Taylor, Samford's 19th President. Hors d'oeuvres will be served, and guests are welcome to attend.
This faculty recital will feature both Cindy St. Clair, interim chair of the Division of Music and Kathleen Buccleugh, a soprano joining Samford's faculty this fall.
Register to attend and learn more about Samford University's Moffett and Sanders School of Nursing nurse practitioner programs on Oct. 21.
Prospective students and their families are invited to register and attend this October open house event to learn more about Samford's Doctor of Pharmacy. As this in-person event, you can ask questions of our admission staff, tour our state-of-the-art facilities and engage with current students and pharmacy faculty.
The University Chorale and the Samford A Cappella Choir will present their fall concert.
Come see Samford's newest ensemble from our Commercial Music area. This band will perform popular music from the 1960s to modern day, in addition to performing originals written by Samford students and faculty. This event is planned for Boren Courtyard if weather permitting.
Through the eyes of 17-year-old Ernestine, we see the history of the Crump family as they move to 1950s New York after the death of their mother. A story of resilience, daydreams, everyday heartbreak, and what it means to feel like an outsider fighting to better yourself and your community, Crumbs is the coming-of-age story of Ernestine, and the ways in which her family finds their way—their own peace. Their story is a testament to the challenging nature of change, and the ways in which to manage it. In the end for the Crump family, "joy comes in the morning." This event is part of the School of the Arts Diversity Series and is sponsored by Alabama Power and The Daniel Foundation.
Join the Mobile Alumni Chapter for the fall event with the Samford University Alumni Association. We will be joined by Dr. Beck Taylor, Samford's 19th President. Lunch will be served, and guests are welcome to attend.
The inauguration ceremony for Samford's 19th President, Dr. Beck A. Taylor, will be held on November 4, 2021.
Prospective students and their families are invited to register and attend this open house event in November to learn more about Samford's prepharmacy curriculum. As this in-person event, you can ask questions of our admission staff, tour our state-of-the-art facilities and engage with current students and pharmacy faculty.
From reunions, tailgates, Alumni of the Year Awards, and much more, this is a weekend that you will cherish for a life time.
Prospective students interested in Samford University's Speech Language Pathology program in the School of Health Professions are invited to an open house event where they can tour the facilities, meet faculty and learn more about the graduate program.
Prospective law students and their families are invited to attend Cumberland School of Law's fall Open House.
This concert will feature a variety of student chamber ensembles.
Come for a special concert and worship service with the Samford Worship Ensemble (WAE).
Samford Opera showcases a variety of opera vignettes during their annual workshop event.
Renowned pianist Misha Dichter is one of America's most popular artists. His global career spans six decades and he brings his wealth of talent to Samford's stage. This event is co-presented with the Birmingham Chamber Music Society. Tickets will be available in August.
Each year, almost 1,000 students participate in this unique musical production, which began more than 50 years ago and has developed into one of the most popular Samford traditions. Each show is developed, written, choreographed, rehearsed and performed by students. In addition to entertaining thousands of audience members, the proceeds of each Step Sing are donated to charity.
Rachel Barton Pine is a celebrated violinist whose performances combine her gift for emotional communication with her fascination with historical research. This performance is co-presented with the Birmingham Chamber Music Society. Tickets will be available in August.
Prospective law students and their families are invited to attend Cumberland School of Law's spring Open House.
Sandbox Percussion has established themselves as a leading proponent of this generation of contemporary percussion chamber music. Described as "exhilarating" by The New York Times, this group is sure to dazzle the audience. This performance is co-presented with the Birmingham Chamber Music Society. Tickets will be available in August.
Join us for a evening with this multi-instrumental quartet. Its music is infused with traditions from across America, including bluegrass, Appalachian fiddle tunes, jazz and minimalism. Invoke weaves all of these styles together to form a unique contemporary repertoire. Co-presented with the Birmingham Chamber Music Society. Tickets available in August.
Cumberland School of Law admitted students are invited to attend our Admitted Students Day.
