Building Confidence Through Student Research: School of Education Students Present at Annual Research Colloquia
At Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education, undergraduate research is a defining part of the student experience. In fact, 100% of students in Teacher Education and Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) complete original research projects, exploring questions that connect directly to their coursework and future professions.
Reyes Examines Impact of Community Reinvestment Act, Wins Undergraduate Award at Samford Student Research Colloquia
Samford University’s Brock School of Business was well represented at the fifth annual Student Research Colloquia on Friday, April 24. Brock Scholar Aidan Reyes, a senior finance and computer science major, was one of the winners in the undergraduate research category.
Divinity and Social Work Student Presents Research During Samford's Student Research Colloquia
Jake Hughes, a student in Samford University’s Master of Arts in Theological Studies and Master of Social Work joint degree program, presented research on pornography consumption patterns among Christian men during the university’s fifth annual Student Research Colloquia on April 24.
From Arkansas to Alabama: Life Friends Share Beeson Experience
For the past six years, Mason Campbell and Noah McCallum have learned what it means to, as Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote, live “life together.”
AI Showcased Across Disciplines at 5th Annual Student Research Colloquia
Over 170 students showcased scholarship during the 5th annual Samford Student Research Colloquia.
Student Government Renews Tradition by Dedicating Time Capsule for Students in 2050
The Student Government Association renewed a university tradition that began five decades ago by rededicating a time capsule for future Samford students to open in 2050.
Levi Bailey Receives Student Preaching Award: ‘Embodies the Message of the Gospel’
Longtime Beeson professor Doug Webster said Levi Bailey, this semester's recipient of the James Earl Massey Student Preaching Award, "embodies the message of the Gospel." Read more about Bailey and see who else won student awards.
Competitive FLEP Program Leads Army Soldier to Cumberland School of Law
Arielle Foster enlisted in the U.S. Army in 2018 as a paralegal specialist, beginning her military legal career, and she will graduate this spring from Cumberland School of Law. Selected for the military’s highly competitive Funded Legal Education Program (FLEP), Foster reached a goal she had been working toward since early in her Army career.
Samford School of Public Health Unveils Renovated Food Production Lab
Samford University’s School of Public Health unveiled its renovated Food Production Lab, which houses the Samford Wellness Kitchen in the College of Health Sciences. The updated space enhances hands-on learning for nutrition students and expands community wellness programs.
Brock School of Business Announces 2026 Faculty Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Scholarship
Each year, Brock School of Business 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.
University Library Faculty Member Named President of Atla Open Press Editorial Board
Lauren Young, librarian and instruction coordinator in Harwell G. Davis Library at Samford University, has been elevated to president of the Atla Open Press Editorial Board, three years after being appointed to the board.
Joel Busby Fulfilling His Calling as a “Churchman”
When a friend connected Joel Busby ’04, MDiv ’11, DMin ’18, to his first church opportunity in San Antonio, Texas, he told him, “I see you as a churchman.” Decades later, Busby is fulfilling that calling.
EJ Turner’s Journey from City Hall to Cumberland School of Law, and Back Again
EJ Turner has built a career rooted in public service. When he graduates from Cumberland School of Law this May, his path will become full-circle, taking him from City Hall to earning a law degree and back to city leadership—mirroring the journey of Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, a fellow Cumberland graduate.
Competitive FLEP Program Equips Air Force Captain for Impactful JAG Corps Career
A commitment to service has shaped every stage of Russell Burt’s career—and now, that commitment is taking a new form through legal training, with his graduation from law school on the horizon.
Brock School of Business Distributes 2026 Scholarships and Awards
During the 62nd annual Scholarships and Awards Ceremony held on Friday, April 10, more than $260,000 in scholarships were awarded to deserving business students to apply to tuition for the 2026-27 academic year.
Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing Alumni Chapter Launches with Community Focus
Around 40 alumni, friends and family gathered in April to celebrate the launch of Samford University’s Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing Alumni Chapter, a new group designed to strengthen connections among nursing graduates and the school.
Beeson Divinity School Alumna Honored for Transformative Leadership in Chaplaincy
Beeson alumna DeAnna Smith has received recognition for her long career in chaplaincy.
Samford Among Three Universities Selected for National LSLS LaunchPad Pilot
Samford University’s School of Health Professions Listening and Spoken Language Focused Study Initiative (LSL-FSI) is one of three universities in the world to have been approved by the AG Bell Academy for Listening and Spoken Language to participate in an innovative pilot initiative program.
Bulldogs In Fourth After Day 1 At SoCon Championship
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Samford men's golf team sits in fourth place after the opening round of the Southern Conference Championship, held Monday at the Solina Golf Club.
Samford Men's Tennis Selected To Play Wisconsin in First Round of NCAA Tournament
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- Samford Men's Tennis was selected to play Wisconsin in the First Round of the 2026 NCAA DI Men's Tennis Championship.
Samford Baseball To Host In-State Rival Jacksonville State Tuesday Evening
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford baseball team will play host to in-state rival Jacksonville State Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at Joe Lee Griffin Field. The game can be seen live on ESPN+ and live stats will also be available.
Hickey Earns SoCon Pitcher of the Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford softball team earned the Southern Conference Pitcher of the Week award for the third consecutive week, as the conference office selected Samford freshman Reese Hickey. Hickey won the award for the second time this season for the Bulldogs.
Bulldogs Complete Sweep Of USC Upstate With Senior Day Win, 9-6
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford baseball team completed its series sweep of USC Upstate with a 9-6 win on Senior Day Sunday afternoon at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Samford Athletics Officially Inducts 2026 Hall Of Fame Class
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford Athletics Department officially inducted the 2026 class of the Samford Athletics Hall of Fame Saturday evening on the Samford campus.
