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.
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 Chemistry Professor Receives Petroleum Research Fund Grant
Molly Lockart, assistant professor in Samford University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, has been awarded a $55,000 grant from the American Chemical Society’s Petroleum Research Fund (PRF) to support her research on molecular spin qubits.
Samford Debate Teams Excel at University of Oklahoma Tournament
Two Samford University debate teams from Howard College of Arts and Sciences competed online this weekend at the University of Oklahoma tournament, earning impressive results.
Samford Health Sciences Students Gain Real-World Insight at Alabama Health Policy Summit
Public health and healthcare administration students joined state leaders and alumni at the 2025 Alabama Health Policy Summit in Birmingham. The event offered a firsthand look at the challenges shaping Alabama’s healthcare landscape and what lies ahead.
Professionalism in Practice: John West Finds the Ultimate Experience in Cumberland School of Law's Advocacy Program
For John West, JD ’25, attending Cumberland School of Law was an easy decision. With a clear goal of becoming a trial lawyer, he knew Cumberland’s nationally ranked advocacy program was where he’d receive the best preparation.
Samford’s Student-Managed Bulldog Investment Fund Surpasses $5 Million, Ranks Among Nation’s Top Programs
The Bulldog Investment Fund in Samford University’s Brock School of Business surpassed $5 million in October 2025, marking an impressive milestone that highlights student excellence and the value of experiential learning.
Samford Commercial Music Students Record Songs for Children with Serious Illnesses Through National Foundation
Four students from Samford University School of Arts’ commercial music program are using their talents to bring hope and joy to children facing serious illnesses through an inspiring collaboration with the Sing Me a Story Foundation.
Howard College to Host 2025 Timothy Sumner Robinson Forum Featuring Award-Winning Journalist Laura Hackett
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences will host the 2025 Timothy Sumner Robinson Forum on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 5–6 p.m. in the Regions Room of Cooney Hall.
Beeson Divinity School Hosts Annual Reformation Heritage Lectures
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School hosted its annual Reformation Heritage Lectures from Oct. 28-30. This year’s lectures were delivered by Ron Rittgers, professor of Reformation studies and history of Christianity at Duke Divinity School, who spoke about the role of the "enchanted Word" in early Protestantism.
When the Plan Changes: Helping Your Student Choose (or Change) a Major
Many college students arrive on campus with a clear idea of what they want to study and how they’ll use their degree once they cross the graduation stage a few years later. But whether it happens in the first month, the first semester, or sometime later in their academic journey, every student eventually gets “punched in the mouth” by the reality of figuring out whether their original plan is truly the right one.
Samford Students and Faculty Present Research at Mid-South Sociological Association Conference
Students and faculty from Samford University’s Department of Geography and Sociology recently presented original research at the 51st annual meeting of the Mid-South Sociological Association (MSSA) in North Augusta, South Carolina.
Samford Soccer Draws Florida State For NCAA Tournament
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For the second-straight season the Samford women's soccer team will play at Florida State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, the NCAA announced Monday afternoon.
Golden And Bruntmyer Selected For Conference Weekly Honors
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford senior middle blocker Greer Golden and sophomore setter Shea Bruntmyer were named the Southern Conference weekly awards.
Sloan Named Interim Head Coach For Remainder Of Season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Samford University has named Scot Sloan as the school's interim head football coach for the remainder of the 2025 season, the school announced Monday.
Samford Soccer Wins SoCon Tournament Title With 4-1 Win Over Mercer
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team earned its second-straight Southern Conference Tournament championship with a commanding 4-1 win over Mercer in the tournament title game Sunday at Shauna Yelton Field.
Hatcher Relieved Of Duties
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Samford University has relieved head football coach Chris Hatcher of his duties, effective immediately, the school announced Sunday.
Samford Football Falls To ETSU On Homecoming
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –The Samford football team fell behind early and was never able to catch up in a 38-14 loss to ETSU in Samford's homecoming game Saturday afternoon at Pete Hanna Stadium.
