Former Birmingham-Southern Students Completing Degrees at Samford
Some 63 students displaced by the closure of Birmingham-Southern College last year are graduating this spring from Samford University, which made special accommodations for granting course credits and financial assistance to crosstown transfers.
Learning to Trust: Beeson graduate testifies to God’s faithfulness
Ashton Holt, who graduates May 2, testifies to the Lord's goodness and faithfulness during her time at Beeson.
Samford Senior, Sydney Hernandez, Begins Sports Industry Career with Atlanta Braves
Sydney Hernandez, a senior economics major at Samford University Brock School of Business, is set to graduate in May and has already taken a giant step toward launching a business career in the sports industry. During her final semester, Hernandez has been working remotely with the Atlanta Braves as an amateur scouting associate, and after graduation, she will move to Atlanta to continue in the role full-time.
Brock Scholar Raegan Jenkins Wins Undergraduate Award at Samford Student Research Colloquia
Samford University’s Brock School of Business was well represented at the fourth annual Student Research Colloquia on Friday, April 25. Senior Brock Scholar Raegan Jenkins, a senior accounting, nonprofit management and social entrepreneurship student, was one of the winners in the undergraduate research category.
Spring 2025 Massey award recipient delivers sermon during annual awards chapel service
Grayson Holbert, this semester's recipient of the James Earl Massey Student Preaching Award, preached in the April 22 chapel service, where other students were also recognized for academic excellence.
Shooting Two: Britton Johnson shares joint degree journey
Britton Johnson, who is pursuing a JD and Master of Arts in Theological Studies, shares his story.
Samford Celebrates 2025 STEM Scholars Graduating Class
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences proudly celebrates the achievements of four outstanding students in the STEM Scholars Program as they prepare to graduate this spring.
Brock School of Business Announces 2025 Faculty Awards
On Friday, April 11, Samford University’s Brock School of Business announced its faculty award recipients during its 61st annual Scholarship and Awards Ceremony. Each year, the school recognizes faculty members for excellence in the areas of teaching, research and scholarship and service to the school. The awardees are selected by their faculty colleagues.
Cumberland School of Law Recognizes 2024-25 Student Award Recipients
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law recognizes its students through its annual Spring Awards Ceremony. The awards are given by generous donors, alumni and other organizations and we’re grateful for their support of legal education. In addition, Cumberland School of Law announces its Spirit of Service awardees.
Student Research Shines at Annual Samford Colloquia
Samford University’s Student Research Colloquia is a public forum for students across all areas of campus to present scholarship and research. This year, more than 160 students showcased their work on a wide range of subjects.
Arts and Sciences Students Showcase Scholarship at Samford’s 2025 Research Colloquia
Samford University’s Davis Library buzzed with intellectual energy on Friday, April 25 as students from across disciplines shared their academic findings at the 2025 Student Research Colloquia (SSRC).
Beeson Divinity School to offer apologetics concentration in 2026
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School is pleased to announce it will offer a concentration in apologetics beginning in January 2026.
Interview With a Senior: Emma Kelley on Nursing, Dance and Faith
Emma Kelley, soon to graduate from the Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, shares her journey of balancing a minor in dance with her passion for making a difference in the nursing profession.
Brock School of Business Distributes 2025 Scholarships and Awards
In April, Samford University Brock School of Business hosted several awards ceremonies recognizing the hard work of its students. During the 61th annual Scholarships and Awards Ceremony held on Friday, April 11, more than $230,000 in scholarships were awarded to deserving business students to apply to tuition for the 2025-26 academic year. Four faculty members were also recognized for excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, and service.
A Legacy Written in the Stars: Christenberry Planetarium Continues to Inspire at Samford
Bill Christenberry never expected to teach at Samford University, let alone in the shadow of a facility named in honor of his father.
Jon Acuff’s Message to Samford Graduates
Dear Gen Z: Here’s the commencement speech no one has the guts to give.
I’ve never been invited to speak at a graduation ceremony. I’ve attended a few, though, and most of the speeches tend to sound the same. Polished. Predictable. Forgettable.
But if I ever did get the chance, I wouldn’t give a commencement speech. I’d give a graduation manifesto. And it would sound like this:
Barbara Cartledge to Retire After Two Decades of Impact at Brock School of Business
After more than 22 years of faithful service to Samford University’s Brock School of Business, Barbara Cartledge, assistant professor of business, will retire in summer 2025. Her legacy is one marked by a deep commitment to students, an unwavering dedication to excellence and a desire to honor God in all things.
Sandra Richter delivers annual Biblical Studies Lectures
In early April, Sandra Richter delivered the annual Biblical Studies Lectures at Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, discussing the attitude of God toward women in the Old Testament, Christian environmentalism and reminding guests of the goodness of the Gospel.
Samford Baseball Falls In Tight Battle With 10th-ranked Auburn, 3-0
HOOVER, Ala. – In a tight battle the whole way, the Samford baseball team dropped a 3-0 game to 10th-ranked Auburn Tuesday evening at the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium.
Men’s Tennis Draws Florida State For NCAA Tournament Opener
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford men's tennis team will travel to Columbia, S.C., to take on the Florida State Seminoles in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, it was announced Monday evening.
Baseball To Host 10th-ranked Auburn At The Hoover Met Tuesday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team will play host to the 10th-ranked Auburn Tigers in a neutral-site game Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium.
Bulldog Track In Action at South Alabama
MOBILE, Ala. - The Samford men's and women's track and field team was back in action this weekend as they took a small group south to compete in the Jaguar Outdoor Invitational hosted by South Alabama. The Bulldogs took home a handful of individual wins and set a new school record at the event.
Samford Baseball Takes Game Three From Western Carolina, 7-1
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team earned an impressive 7-1 win over Western Carolina in the final game of a three-game Southern Conference series Sunday afternoon at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Samford Softball Drops Series Finale at Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The Samford softball team finished play this weekend in Southern Conference play at Chattanooga. The Bulldogs were unable to avoid a series sweep against the now first-place Mocs as Samford fell 5-1 in the series finale. The Bulldogs fall to 30-21 overall and 11-7 in SoCon play after the defeat this afternoon.
