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.
Cumberland School of Law Trial Team Finishes as National Semifinalist in Trials and Tribulations Competition
Members of Samford University Cumberland School of Law’s national trial team finished as national semifinalists in the Trials and Tribulations National Trial Competition, March 13-15, competing against 21 teams from some of the top ranked law school trial advocacy programs in the country.
Miss America’s Scholarship Foundation Partners with Samford to Offer $100,000 Scholarship
Ten Miss Samford titleholders have gone on to become Miss Alabama, and one Samford student earned the title of Miss America.
Cumberland School of Law Alumna Lenora Pate Inducted into Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame
In March, Samford University Cumberland School of Law alumna Lenora Pate, JD ’85, was posthumously inducted into the Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame.
Samford Women Carry Mission Into NCAA Tournament: 'Togetherness, Love and Competitiveness'
The Bulldogs are bound for South Carolina where they'll face Southern in a matchup of #16 seeds.
Women’s Golf In Second Following Two Rounds At ULM Invitational
MONROE, La. – The Samford women's golf team is in second place after the first two rounds of the ULM Invitational, played Monday at Bayou Desiard Country Club.
Men’s Golf In Sixth After Two Rounds At Mobile Bay Intercollegiate
MOBILE, Ala. – The Samford men's golf team sits in sixth place after the first two rounds of the Mobile Bay Intercollegiate, held Monday at Magnolia Grove.
Baseball Travels To West Georgia For Midweek Game Tuesday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team will travel to Carrollton, Ga., to take on the West Georgia Wolves Tuesday at 4 p.m. (CT).
Hickey and Campbell Named SoCon Softball Athletes of the Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - The Samford softball team is coming off a 4-0 week, where they swept a Southern Conference series against Chattanooga. Two Bulldogs earned individual accolades as Reese Hickey and Katie Campbell were named SoCon Pitcher and Player of the Week when the conference released their weekly awards this afternoon.
McDonald Named SoCon Player Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford senior third baseman Parker McDonald was named the Southern Conference Player of the Week when the league released its weekly baseball awards Monday afternoon.
Jadin Booth to Participate in the State Farm 3-Point Championship
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's basketball team will have single-season three-point record holder Jadin Booth compete in a Samford uniform one more time as he has been selected to compete in the State Farm 3-Point Championship. The event will take place on Friday, April 3, at 7 p.m. ET at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and will be televised nationally at 1:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, April 5 on ESPN.
