First Master of Arts in Christian Counseling Students at Beeson Divinity School Reflect on Experience
Members of the first cohort in Samford University Beeson Divinity School’s Master of Arts in Christian Counseling (MACC) recently reflected on their experience in the program. Student interviewees include Chris Howell, Hannah Newman and Hila Grace Allman.
Samford’s Howard College Hosts 2025 Timothy Sumner Robinson Forum Featuring Award-Winning Journalist Laura Hackett
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences hosted the 2025 Timothy Sumner Robinson Forum on Tuesday, Nov. 18, welcoming Edward R. Murrow Award–winning journalist Laura Hackett as the keynote speaker.
Samford Students Launch University’s First Collegiate Fishing Team at Auburn Open
Samford University juniors Nico Foster, a marine science major, and Katie Burnett, a philosophy major, made university history this fall as the first official representatives of the new Samford Fishing Club.
Music Professor Viliunas Receives Approval for Workshop Series Grant
Brian Viliunas, professor of music in School of the Arts, earned a grant by The Lilly Network of Church-Related Colleges and Universities.
Samford Alumnus Bill Stevens Named to Alabama Business Hall of Fame
Bill Stevens ’70, Birmingham businessman and former chairman of the Samford University Board of Trustees, was inducted into the Alabama Business Hall of Fame.
Beeson Divinity School Welcomes Author Christopher Watkin
Christopher Watkin, lecturer at Australia’s Monash University and author of the highly acclaimed book Biblical Critical Theory, spent time at Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School on Nov. 11. During his campus visit, Watkin delivered a chapel sermon and joined a discussion about his recent contributions to a new work.
Teaching Legacy – Mike Debow Retires After 36 Years
After more than 36 years of dedicated service, professor Mike DeBow retired from Cumberland School of Law in December 2024, closing a chapter that has left a lasting mark on generations of students and colleagues.
Cumberland School of Law National Trial Team Wins the Premiere Trial Competition and Two Best Advocate Awards
Cumberland School of Law’s national trial team won the Premiere Trial Competition in Austin, Texas, which features law students who have never participated in an external law school trial competition and are making their “premieres.”
Former Samford Goalkeeper Finds Her Footing in Canada’s Newly Established Pro League
Morgan McAslan '22 has won the Golden Glove award in her first season in Canada’s new Northern Super League and credits her time at Samford with shaping both her work ethic and her professional readiness.
Fisk Receives Combat Action Badge as Samford Honors Veterans
Fisk, who now chairs the Department of Art and Design, was deployed to Iraq as a photojournalist in the Army Reserve.
Samford Celebrates 2025 Homecoming with Pageantry, Reunions
Homecoming week featured festivities, reunions and the special commemoration of a philanthropist Pete Hanna.
Pounds, C‑VETS Student Fellow at Cumberland School of Law, Provides Hands-On Support for Veterans
Anna Pounds, a third-year student at Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, is the 2025-26 student fellow of the Cumberland Veterans Legal Assistance Clinic (C-VETS). Launched in 2020, C-VETS provides free legal assistance to Alabama veterans and their families. Through her work with the clinic, Pounds honors those who served by helping them navigate legal challenges and secure the stability they deserve.
Samford Pharmacy Professor’s Research on GLP-1 Medications and their Impact on Fertility Featured by National Geographic
Jessica W. Skelley, PharmD ’10, professor of pharmacy practice at Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy, was featured in National Geographic’s article “Is there really an Ozempic baby boom? The unexpected ways GLP-1s could influence fertility,” offering expert insight on how GLP-1 medications may affect contraceptive effectiveness. Her perspective reflects ongoing scholarship on GLP-1 agents, including work published in peer-reviewed journals.
Samford Sports Industry Professor’s World Cup Study on American Soccer Fandom Featured in LA Times
Darin W. White, founder of Samford’s Sports Industry Program, is seeking insights on the path professional soccer must take to rival the NFL, NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball in the United States.
Massey Student Preaching Award Recipient Reminds Listeners of the “Lord who Saves”
Blake Dean, recipient of the fall 2025 James Earl Massey Student Preaching Award at Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, used his Nov. 4 sermon to remind fellow students of the Lord who saves, surprises, calls us by name and sends us out.
Samford Nursing Students Serve Refugee Communities in Greece Through Missions Nursing Study Abroad Course
As part of Samford University’s ongoing commitment to global missions, 15 students from Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing traveled to Athens, Greece, during the summer term for a week of service and learning.
Cumberland School of Law Hosts Prelaw Day to Inspire Future Legal Leaders
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law recently welcomed high school students from across the region for Prelaw Day, a one-day program offering participants a unique opportunity to learn about legal careers.
Samford Pharmacy Students Deliver Patient Care Across Birmingham During Experiential Course
Third-year pharmacy students at Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy delivered more than 4,100 vaccines and hundreds of health screenings across Birmingham during their Focused Patient Care IPPE. The immersive experience allowed students to apply classroom knowledge while serving patients in real-world settings.
Samford Faces Road Test at New Mexico State
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - The Samford men's basketball team returns to action on the road as they face New Mexico State Friday night. The Bulldogs enter the contest with a 3-3 record, while the Aggies enter with a 3-0 mark on the season.
Bulldogs Travel To #3 Texas A&M For Season Finale Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford football team will travel to College Station, Texas, to take on the third-ranked Texas A&M Aggies Saturday at 11 a.m. at Kyle Field.
Bulldogs Fall at Home to FGCU
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's basketball team returned to the Pete Hanna Center tonight as they played host to Florida Gulf Coast. The Bulldogs struggled from the floor tonight as they fell 77-62. Samford falls to 3-3 after the defeat, while the Eagles move to 3-2.
Samford Volleyball Earns Three All-SoCon Postseason Honors
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Samford University volleyball has earned three postseason awards from the Southern Conference. Kaleigh Meritt was named to the All-SoCon First Team, Ally Cordes was selected to the All-SoCon Second Team, and Sydney Waller earned a spot on the SoCon All-Freshman Team.
Samford Women’s Basketball Start Strong but Fall to Crimson Tide on the Road
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The Samford women's basketball team have a strong first half but fall to the crimson tide in a road game, 46 to 84, Wednesday evening at the Coleman Coliseum.
Samford Athletics Continues Impressive GSR Scored With A 97 In The Latest Report
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Samford University's athletics teams posted an impressive 97, one of the highest scores in the nation, in the NCAA's latest Graduation Success Rate (GSR) report, released Wednesday afternoon.
