Leading with Courage: Samford Education Faculty Prepare to Provide Professional Development in Ecuador
This spring break, a team of School of Education faculty will travel to Ecuador to build relationships with three schools, provide professional development and assess opportunities for future student involvement. This initiative reflects the School of Education’s commitment to leading with purpose and preparing educators to serve globally.
Samford’s 2026 Robbins Lecture Explores Courage, Spiritual Health and the Call to Thrive
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences hosted the 2026 Robbins Lecture on Feb. 26.
Building Bridges Across Generations: Samford’s 2026 Trinity Forum Encourages Dialogue and Understanding
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education, in partnership with the Office of Community Enrichment, hosted the 2026 Trinity Forum on Feb. 17, bringing together educators, students and community partners for an evening of dialogue centered on generational differences in teaching and learning.
Alumna Lisa Olson Honored for Distinguished Service in Music Education
Inspired by classroom experiences, she transformed her concern for music programs into purposeful advocacy.
Samford History Department Hosts Lectures on the Declaration of Independence in Recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences hosted two events in Reid Chapel commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Samford Startup Student Business Owner Advances to North American Finals of the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards
Madison Hamilton, a junior marketing and entrepreneurship student at Samford’s Brock School of Business and founder of Stitched By Madison, won the national round of the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards and will compete at the North America Regionals in Chicago this March.
Samford Pharmacy Student Selected for Boston Medical Center Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Scholarship
Jon Coley, a third-year Doctor of Pharmacy student at Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy, has been selected for the competitive Boston Medical Center All-In Committee Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Scholarship, earning the opportunity to complete two consecutive APPE rotations during his fourth year. The achievement highlights both Coley’s dedication to compassionate, inclusive patient care and the strength of McWhorter’s experiential education program, which prepares students for high-impact clinical opportunities nationwide.
Cumberland School of Law Student Harper Cook Attends National Environmental Law Conference
Harper Cook, a second-year student at Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, recently represented the school at the American Law Institute’s Environmental Law Conference, one of the nation’s leading gatherings for environmental law scholars, practitioners and policymakers.
Three Questions to Ask Your Student About Academic Success
As midterms approach, the Academic Success Center at Samford University is encouraging families to check in with their students about academic progress. In this Q&A, Bridget Rose, assistant dean of the Academic Success Center, shares three simple but important questions parents can ask this month: Have you checked your midterm grades? How has your attendance been? Have you met with your academic adviser? These conversations can help students identify challenges early, understand course expectations and stay on track for registration and future semesters. Rose also explains what midterm grades mean, why attendance policies matter and how advising appointments support long-term success.
Helping Students Find Their Path: Inside the Career Development Center
As students begin thinking about majors, internships and life after graduation, the Samford University Career Development Center is ready to help at every stage. In this Q&A, Dora Ditchfield, director of the Career Development Center, and Julie Boyd, director of Parent and Family Engagement, discuss when students should first visit the center, how advisors guide those who are unsure about their major, and the many resources available—from resume reviews and mock interviews to internship support and alumni networking. They also share practical ways parents can encourage students to take ownership of their career planning and make the most of Samford’s personalized advising.
Cumberland School of Law Sweeps Region 8 of the National Trial Competition for the 14th Time in 18 Years, Advances to Nationals
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law continued its long-standing tradition of excellence in trial advocacy by winning Region 8 of the National Trial Competition (NTC) for the 14th time in 18 years.
Samford Social Work Graduate Student Jake Hughes Advances Fieldwork by Securing Grants
Jake Hughes, a joint Master of Social Work and Master in Theological Studies student at Samford University, recently completed a field placement at Fairfield Preparatory High School as a Mental Health Coordinator intern. During his placement, Hughes worked directly with students, supported drug prevention efforts and helped secure two grants that expanded a robotics program and provided grief kits for students experiencing loss.
Cumberland School of Law ADR Team Shines at National Counseling Creators Conference and Negotiation Competition
Students represented the school’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program at the 2026 competition in Miami.
From the Sphere to Samford: Lessons from a Landmark Residency
Adjunct professor and Zac Brown Band drummer Chris Fryar brings Sphere‑stage experience into the classroom.
Portrait Unveiling Honors Samford's Founding President Samuel Sherman
The portrait, based upon a photograph taken during Sherman’s term as president from 1842-1852, will be displayed in the Davis Library collection.
Beeson Divinity School Faculty Publications Published, Reviewed
Beeson professors Frank Thielman and Alex Kirk recently received recognition for their recently-published work, while professor Piotr Malysz has a new chapter out.
Alumna, Broadway Professional, Author Teale Dvornik Returns to Samford University
Teale Dvornik ’12 returned to campus and spoke about her new book, History Hiding Around Broadway: Backstage Lore, Secrets & Surprises from New York’s Famed Theater District.
Samford Computer Science Student Builds App to Support Future Cohorts at new Costa Rica Study Center
When university leaders opened Finca de Samford in Costa Rica this winter, they envisioned more than a study center.
Samford Falls In Day One of Oregon Classic
EUGENE, Ore. - The Samford softball team went across the country, opening play at the Oregon Classic today. The Bulldogs started the tournament with two games today, as they fell in the morning to Stetson 4-1 before returning for the late game where they were defeated by Idaho State 13-4. Samford's record falls to 6-11 after the 0-2 opening day in Oregon.
Samford Men And Women Both Lead After Day One At SoCon Indoor Championships
LEXINGTON, Va. – Samford's men and women lead the Southern Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships after Friday's opening day of competition at the VMI Corps Physical Training Facility.
Samford Baseball Drops Game One To Bowling Green
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team dropped game one of its series with Bowling Green, falling by a score of 7-1 Friday evening at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Bulldogs To Host ETSU On Senior Day
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford women's basketball team will host the ETSU Buccaneers on Feb. 28 in the Pete Hanna Center, this contest will also serve as Senior Day, the team's final regular-season home game.
Bulldogs Pull Away From Keydets In Home Victory
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's basketball team returned home for their final week of the regular season as they hosted VMI in the Pete Hanna Center. The Bulldogs used a late run to pull away from the Keydets and earn an 80-61 win to take their home-winning streak to five games. Samford's record moves to 17-13 overall and 10-7 in league play.
Samford Stuns SoCon-Leading Chattanooga
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.-Samford women's basketball delivered a statement win Thursday afternoon at the Pete Hanna Center, knocking off Southern Conference leader Chattanooga 77-70 in a wire-to-wire upset.
