Stage Presence: Opera Birmingham Partnership Another High Note for Samford Arts
Vocal students gain professional experience with Opera Birmingham.
Under One Roof, Interprofessional Acute Care Simulation Brings Students Together
Samford University’s Experiential Learning and Simulation Center brings interprofessional education under one roof. Its March Acute Care Simulation featured a large‑scale, realistic training event using high‑fidelity manikins and standardized patients. Students from Theatre and Dance, World Languages and Cultures, Nursing, Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant Studies participated, along with volunteers from Thompson High School.
Culture of Philanthropy: 57 Organizations Supported During Samford Gives Back
Over 1,00 students set out across Birmingham to participate in Samford Gives Back, the university's annual day of service.
Samford Physical Therapy Students Present Capstone Projects at Major Conference
Each year, second‑year students in Samford’s Physical Therapy program pursue capstone research projects driven by their own interests, often leading to national conference presentations or publication opportunities. This year, two student groups were selected to present at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Sections Meeting in Anaheim, the profession’s largest national conference with more than 15,000 attendees.
Robert Smith Jr. Addresses the Necessity of Imagination in Preaching During 2026 Conger Lectures
In late March, Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School welcomed longtime preaching professor Robert Smith Jr. back to campus for the 2026 William E. Conger Biblical Preaching Lectures.
Colonial Dames Honor Samford Students for Exceptional Research on Early American History
The Birmingham Center of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America recognized outstanding student scholarship at its annual American Independence Awards luncheon in March.
Serving Beyond the Counter: Samford Pharmacy Alumnae Lead a New Model for Better Care
Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy alumnae Jennifer Campbell, PharmD ’00, and Pauline Long, PharmD ’05, are redefining patient care through an innovative, community-focused model. As co-owners of MedsPLUS, LLC, they are expanding the role of pharmacists beyond traditional settings, improving access, education and health outcomes in underserved communities.
Art and Design Faculty Earn Birmingham ADDY Awards
Winning projects showcase how faculty integrate professional practice into the classroom.
Samford Hosts Alabama League for Nursing Conference and Lamplighter Banquet
More than 85 nurse educators and 16 exhibitors gathered at Samford University’s College of Health Sciences Feb. 27–28 for the Alabama League for Nursing Annual Conference and Lamplighter Banquet. Hosted by Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, the conference brought together faculty and leaders from nursing programs across Alabama to share research, teaching strategies and ideas shaping the future of nursing education.
Samford Student Attends AED Centennial Convention, Connects with Future Health Leaders
As Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED), the world’s largest and most prestigious American health pre-professional honor society, celebrated its 100th anniversary, Samford University student Ashley Bryant found herself part of a moment that connected past, present and future generations of pre-health scholars.
Samford Healthcare Administration Student Selected for Prestigious Postgraduate Fellowship
Abby Juillerat ’25, a healthcare administration graduate student, was selected for a competitive postgraduate fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, demonstrating the real-world preparation she gained at Samford.
Women’s Basketball Places Second in NCAA Tournament Academic Bracket
Inside Higher Ed’s annual academic bracket for the NCAA women’s basketball tournament placed Samford second only to Princeton University, highlighting the Bulldogs as one of the top academic performers in the country.
Bradley E. Lail Named Dean of Brock School of Business
Following a national search, Samford University has named Bradley E. Lail, PhD, CPA, dean of Brock School of Business, effective July 1, 2026.
Expanded Giving Days Campaign Advances Samford’s Bold Vision
Samford University’s annual giving campaign was a success, raising critical resources to advance scholarships, programs and operations across the university.
Beeson Divinity School Celebrates Biblical Studies Lectures
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School recently welcomed noted New Testament scholar John Barclay to campus for this year’s Biblical Studies Lectures, during which Barclay preached on the theme of "Living in the Gift."
Preparing for a Career in College Athletics: Carter Crum’s Legal Externship with the SEC
Carter Crum, a second-year Cumberland School of Law student, has been participating in an externship with the Southeastern Conference (SEC) this spring, benefiting from hands-on learning at the intersection of athletics, law, business and compliance.
Samford Alumnus Highlights Core Texts Program During Presentation at the University of Oxford
Samford University’s Core Texts program recently received international recognition when Matthew Burford, MDiv ’07, DMin ’16, was invited to present at the University of Oxford, where he highlighted the distinctive value of Samford’s approach to teaching classic works.
Samford Named to List of Most Beautiful College Campuses
Vibrant crepe myrtles, 60-foot oak trees and striking architecture highlight Samford's inclusion on the U.S. News & World Report list of 35 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the nation.
Bulldogs Earn 13-7 Win In Series Opener Versus ETSU
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team opened its Southern Conference series with ETSU with a 13-7 victory Thursday night at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Bulldogs Head to Wofford in SoCon Play
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford softball team hits the road in Southern Conference play as it faces Wofford for a three-game set. The series begins with two games on Friday afternoon, at 12 and 2 p.m., followed by one game Saturday at 11 a.m. The Bulldogs enter with a 15-22 record and are 5-1 in SoCon play, while Wofford is 24-8 and 3-3 in conference play.
Nicastro Earns National Honors
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Samford junior Gabi Nicastro was named one of Tuesdays Birdies National Players of the Week Thursday morning.
Samford Baseball To Host ETSU In SoCon Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team will play host to ETSU in a three-game SoCon series, Thursday through Saturday. The teams are scheduled to play Thursday at 6 p.m., Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m. at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Nicastro Named SoCon Golfer Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford junior Gabi Nicastro was named the Southern Conference Golfer of the Week when the league released its weekly women's golf awards Wednesday afternoon.
Three Bulldogs Earn Athlete Of The Week Honors
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Three members of the Samford outdoor track and field teams earned SoCon Athlete of the Week honors when the league released its weekly track and field awards Wednesday afternoon.
