Enrollment Surge Propels Samford University to Record Heights
Samford University opened the 2026 fall semester with 6,522 students, the largest enrollment in its 185-year history.
Alumnus Woodrow Hartzog Shapes National Conversations on Technology, Law and Justice
The two-time Samford University graduate and former Cumberland School of Law professor was named one of The National Law Review's Top 50 Legal Innovators in Academia, recognition for a career spent examining how technology shapes society and the law.
New Voice Scholarship Inspired by Knowing Students
Years of teaching and mentoring led Laura and Morrow Doss to create opportunities for future singers.
Summer Research Fellowship Connects Students Across Disciplines in Alzheimer’s Research
For junior neuroscience and biology double major Anna Caroline Flaming and junior neuroscience major Harrison Bradford, summer research offered an opportunity to investigate one of the most challenging questions in neuroscience: Could the gut provide clues for treating Alzheimer’s disease?
Burford Launches 30 Days of Real Taps to Honor Alabama Veterans
For 30 consecutive days this September, the sound of a live bugle will carry across Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo as part of an initiative led by Samford University alumnus Matthew Burford.
What to Expect at Family Weekend: A Little Advice from Someone Who Gets It
Family Weekend is about reconnecting, embracing your student’s independence, meeting their people and making meaningful memories together!
Samford Graduate Students Explore Character Education During Inaugural England Program
Graduate students from Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education traveled to England this summer for the school’s first graduate international trip, where they gained global perspective on character education through research, school visits and cultural experiences.
Samford English Faculty Explore Vocation Through Teaching and Scholarship
Two Samford University English professors are contributing to a national conversation about vocation, education and the formative role of the humanities through their scholarship with the Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE).
Micah Fellows Impact Birmingham through Service Internships
Micah 6:8 grounds Samford University's Micah Fellows honors program. Throughout their four years in the program, participants devote their minds and talents to serving the Birmingham and communities around the world, answering the calls to justice, mercy and humility found in Scripture.
Beeson Alumni in Military Chaplaincy: Deric Thomas
Today, we finish a series highlighting alumni of Beeson Divinity School who serve their country in the field of military chaplaincy. This week, we highlight Capt. Deric Thomas, battalion chaplain for the U.S. Army National Guard of Alabama, who also serves as the director of operations and director of the Lay Academy of Theology for Beeson.
New Samford Business Faculty to Enhance Student Experience
Samford University’s Brock School of Business welcomes four new faculty members in the 2026-27 academic year, bringing professional expertise and a commitment to student success.
Samford Alumna Takes Accounting, French Studies Abroad
Samford University alumna Elana Galambus ’26 will spend the 2026-27 academic year teaching English through the Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF).
Beeson Divinity School Welcomes More Than 60 New Students in Opening Convocation
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School welcomed more than 60 new students during opening convocation for the 2026-27 academic year, celebrating a group of God-called men and women who are preparing to serve the Lord and His church.
Ross Receives Samford University’s Highest Faculty Honor for Scholarship
William G. Ross, the Albert P. Brewer Professor of Law and Ethics at Samford University's Cumberland School of Law, received the Thomas W. Woolley Scholarly Achievement Award which recognizes a faculty member who exemplifies the highest level of scholarly achievement and dedication.
Samford School of Education Honors Alumni and Friends at 2026 Learning for Life Awards Dinner
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education hosted its annual Learning for Life Awards Dinner on Aug. 19, honoring alumni and friends whose leadership and service made a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
President Taylor Invites Deeper Commitment to Prayer
The convocation address opened Samford University's 185th academic year.
Samford University Expands Sports Analytics Center, Transforming Student Opportunities
Samford University has expanded the Andrews-White-Cooney Center for Sports Analytics, dramatically enhancing experiential learning opportunities and industry connections for students pursuing careers in the rapidly growing sports business sector.
A Multilateral Global Vision
In this piece from the 2026 Beeson magazine, Methodist Chair of Divinity Timothy Tennent discusses the global state of Christianity and theological education, as well as Beeson's efforts to prepare students for an ever-changing world.
Strong Second-Place Finish for Women's Golf In Season Opener
NEW ORLEANS, La. - The Samford women's golf team opened its season this week at the Tulane Classic in New Orleans, La. The Bulldogs captured a second-place finish in a fourteen-team field over three rounds at TPC Louisiana.
Bulldogs Set to Host the Samford Invitational in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford volleyball team will host the Samford Invitational this weekend at the Pete Hanna Center. The Bulldogs will take on North Alabama on Friday at 6:30 p.m. On Saturday, Jacksonville State and North Alabama will play at 4 p.m. Then the Bulldogs will play Jacksonville State in the final match of the tournament on Sunday at 4 p.m.
Bulldogs To Host UAB For Senior Night Game Thursday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team will wrap up non-conference play by hosting cross-town rival UAB Thursday at 6 p.m. at Shauna Yelton Field. The game can be seen live on ESPN+.
Samford Soccer Ranked Ninth In Southeast Region, Remains Lone Non-SEC Team In Top 10
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team was ranked ninth in this week's United Soccer Coaches Southeast Region rankings, making Samford the only non-SEC team in the top 10.
Samford Soccer Battles Auburn To 0-0 Draw
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team hosted the Auburn Tigers Sunday evening at Shauna Yelton Field, battling the Tigers to a 0-0 draw.
Bulldogs Drop Sunday Contest at Vanderbilt
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Samford volleyball team closed its weekend in Nashville, Tenn., on Sunday afternoon, falling to Vanderbilt 3-0 (25-16, 25-19, 25-10) inside of Memorial Gymnasium.
