Alumna Haley Sue Evans Gains Olympic Experience with NBC Sports
Haley Sue Evans '22, a journalism and mass communication alumna, took her career to new heights while working with NBC Sports at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Harmonious Legacy: A Transformative Steinway Gift Honors a Lifetime of Friendship between Two Samford Graduates
Samford’s School of the Arts received a transformative gift from Gary Cooney, a 1974 alumnus and longtime supporter of the university.
Serving the People of Ecuador, Where a Professor’s Passion Meets Purpose
Raised as a missionary kid, Kara Chism, an Orlean Beeson School of Education professor and alumna, continues to live out her calling to serve.
Geography Students and Faculty Attend SEDAAG Conference, Jennifer Rahn Honored with Award for Student Mentorship
Samford University geography students and faculty showcased their academic engagement and leadership at the Southeastern Division of the Association of American Geographers (SEDAAG) Conference held Nov. 23-25 in Greenville, South Carolina.
McWhorter School of Pharmacy's PGY2 Pediatrics Residency Receives Full Accreditation
McWhorter School of Pharmacy’s postgraduate year two (PGY2) pediatric residency received full, eight-year accreditation from the American Society for Health-System Pharmacists, or ASHP. The program is part of the state's only PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency.
Carillonneur Stephen Knight Provided 'Soundtrack for Samford's Campus' Across Half-Century
Capping a 50-year career of majestic performances chimed out across campus, Knight reflects upon the improvisation skills that brought life to the carillon’s 60 bronzed bells.
A Summer of Firsts in Scotland
For more than 15 years, Cumberland School of Law students have enjoyed summer studies at Cambridge
University. As a complement to this long-running program, Cumberland launched a new advocacy-themed
program in June 2024 at the University of Edinburgh.
Breaking Barriers: A Focus on First-Generation Law Students
Families undergoing sacrifices. Breaking generational barriers. These common themes are something that
many, if not all, first-generation lawyers find familiar. We are honored that so many trailblazing students
choose Cumberland School of Law, and seize every opportunity presented to them, on their way to pursuing
legal careers. Here are just a few of their stories.
Lucy S. R. Austen to Spotlight Elisabeth Elliot’s Legacy at 14th Annual Tom and Marla Corts Distinguished Author Series
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education will present “The Life and Legacy of Elisabeth Elliot” during its 14th Annual Tom and Marla Corts Distinguished Author Series on March 4, 2025. Lucy S. R. Austen, author of Elisabeth Elliot: A Life, will offer the lecture exploring the remarkable life of one of the 20th century’s most influential Christian women.
Samford University Mourns the Death of Tea Sam Roe, Esteemed Alumnus and Long Serving Pharmacy Faculty Member
Tea Sam Roe, PhD, passed away Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. As one of Samford’s longest serving faculty members, he devoted an incredible 42 years to teaching and inspiring students at McWhorter School of Pharmacy, leaving an indelible mark on the institution.
Chick-fil-A Career Shows Alumnus 'You Can Love Business and Love Jesus at the Same Time'
Brent Fielder, Chick-fil-A’s Vice President of Global Impact, credits his Samford experience for "a lot of my deeper spiritual growth—being around believers who could disciple me through Bible studies and show me about living a life of consistency.”
Beeson celebrates fall 2024 commencement
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School held its fall commencement Dec. 6, celebrating 12 new graduates.
Empowering the Next Generation: Samford University Center for Worship and the Arts Awarded Grant to Elevate Young Voices in Christian Worship
Researchers at Samford University’s Center for Worship and the Arts and Saint Paul University (Ottawa, Ontario) are taking next steps in their binational study of how young people experience and engage with public Christian worship. With the support of a $16,000 grant from Baylor University’s Program for the Future Church (PFFC), their research team is amplifying the voices of teenagers and emerging adults, ensuring that their perspectives shape the future of worship across liturgical contexts,
Brock Scholars Alumnae Collaborate with Business Faculty to Publish Research on Experience Design for Nonprofits
Samford University alumnae Camilla Lemons ’22 and Kayleigh Hudson ’19, graduates of the Brock Scholars program in Brock School of Business, recently collaborated on a new academic publication with Matt Mazzei, chair of the Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing department.
Last Doctor of Ministry student shares his story
When Dustin Jernigan graduates this week from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, he’ll be the school’s last Doctor of Ministry (DMin) graduate.
From teacher to student: Beeson student Ava Chaney goes from one classroom to another
Ava Chaney shares her story of going from teaching in the classroom to being a student again at Beeson Divinity School.
Third-Year Cumberland School of Law Student, Dylan Cooper, Defends Eviction Client and Receives Winning Verdict
Third-year Cumberland School of Law student Dylan Cooper recently was able to put his classroom knowledge into practice. As part of Cumberland’s Eviction Externship, and through the use of his 3L Practice Card, Cooper saw his client's case to trial and received a winning defense verdict in his client’s favor.
A Gift from the Heart: Joy Watson Establishes a New Scholarship for Future Nurses
It all began with prayer and a dream of leaving a lasting legacy.
Joy Watson, a 2023 alumna and current graduate student at Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, used her perseverance and compassion to establish a scholarship for future nursing students. She is one of the youngest people to establish a scholarship at Samford.
Samford Football To Play At Texas A&M In 2025
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –The Samford football team will play at Texas A&M for its regular-season finale in the 2025 season, it was announced when the SEC released its 2025 football schedules Wednesday evening.
Samford Athletics To Host Third Annual Bulldog Baby Race, Presented By BMW
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Get ready to witness the cutest competition of the year – the third Annual Bulldog Baby Race, presented by BMW! Mark your calendars for Bulldog Buddies Takeover Day on January 11. The event is highlighted by a baby race at halftime when our smallest athletes will take center stage in a race you won't want to miss.
Bowman Named SoCon Player Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford junior center Emily Bowman was named the Southern Conference Player of the Week when the league released its weekly women's basketball awards Tuesday afternoon.
Samford Finalizes Softball Schedule for 2025 Season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford softball program has set its season slate for the 2025 campaign. Under the leadership of Megan Curry in her first season as the head coach of Samford, the Bulldogs have a 56-game slate that will see them compete at home 19 times throughout the season.
The Chris Hatcher Show: Season Wrap Up/Signing Day
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Throughout the 2024 season, we have released The Chris Hatcher Show, hosted by Kevin Blackwell, and featuring head football coach Chris Hatcher. Our final edition of The Chris Hatcher Show looks back on the season and talks about the Bulldogs' Signing Day additions.
Samford Women’s Basketball Cruises To 82-41 Win Over Miles
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford women's basketball team led from start to finish on its way to an 82-41 win over Miles College Sunday evening in the Pete Hanna Center.
