Holley Wins Best Paper Award for Piece on First Black Female CPA to Earn PhD
Brandi Holley, assistant professor of accounting, won a Best Paper Award from the American Accounting Association’s Academy of Accounting Historians for her paper which memorializes Larzette Golden Hale, the first Black female certified public accountant to also earn a PhD in accounting.
Samford University establishes the Carolyn and Don Drennen Endowment for American History, Civics and the Constitution
Samford University recently announced the establishment of the Carolyn and Don Drennen Endowment for American History, Civics and the Constitution.
Samford Debate advances to Elite Eight at season opener in Washington, D.C.
Samford University’s debate team kicked off its 2024-25 season in Washington, D.C. at the George Mason Debate Tournament. The team of senior Aaron Gill and sophomore Laurel Pack advanced to the Elite Eight, with Gill earning fifth place speaker in the tournament and Pack placing 12th.
Historic Nods to Gaston, Mann: Samford Unveils Names for New Residence Halls
Buildings will serve as tributes to Audrey Gaston Howard, Samford’s first full-time African-American student, and Marvin L. Mann, the successful business executive and university benefactor.
Samford University welcomes Sheena Virji to HCAS Advisory Board
Samford University has announced the appointment of Sheena Virji to the Howard College of Arts and Sciences advisory board. Virji, a 1998 graduate of Samford with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, brings extensive experience in human resources and a strong commitment to lifelong learning and service
Beeson Alumnus Helping Break Cycles of Poverty
Beeson alumnus Jimbo Tucker has served in various ministry roles and now helps break cycles of poverty in the name of Jesus through Compassion International.
Samford Elects 3 New Members to Board of Trustees
Samford alumni Tracey Morant Adams, Timothy C. Davis and Brian E. George joined the board in September.
Samford Alumna Kendall Jarrard Selected for U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship Program
Samford University alumna Kendall Jarrard has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of State’s prestigious Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program for the summer of 2024. Jarrard, one of approximately 500 American students chosen from over 5,000 applicants, studied Chinese through the program.
Fall into Learning: Register Now for McWhorter School of Pharmacy’s Upcoming CE Programs
Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy has launched its fall continuing education (CE) programs for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Fall CE topics include Sterile Compounding, Consultant Pharmacist Program, Medication Safety, Health Care Law, Homecoming CE, and New Drug Update.
Samford University Celebrates 16th Consecutive Year of Enrollment Growth
Fueled by another record-breaking class of first-year students and a historic student retention rate, Samford University announced its largest-ever total enrollment with 6,101 students for fall semester 2024.
Samford University to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month falls between September 15 and October 15 each year. To celebrate the 2024 commemoration, Samford University’s Office of Student Success and Diversity, and a variety of student groups on campus, will offer several opportunities for students, faculty and community engagement.
A Conversation with Chip Hardy and Alex Kirk
Our newest podcast episode features our new Old Testament professors, Chip Hardy and Alex Kirk!
Samford Partners with Cedarworks Inc. for 11th Annual Lions Den Business-as-Mission Event
Samford University will partner with Cedarworks Inc. to present the 11th annual Lions Den pitch competition aimed toward advancing the Kingdom through Business-as-Mission (BAM). The 2024 event will be held Thursday, Oct. 10 at 4:30 p.m. at Highlands College.
Samford’s Dana Blake Awarded for Leadership in Physical Therapy
Dana Blake, an associate professor and director of clinical education at Samford University’s School of Health Professions, was honored in August with the Barbara Bradford Leadership Award from the American Physical Therapy Association of Alabama for outstanding leadership and contributions to chapter growth.
Samford University Garners 3 Top 10 National Rankings in The Wall Street Journal’s 2025 List of Best Colleges
Samford’s academic reputation continues to flourish, with a No. 2 national ranking in character development and a No. 8 ranking for career preparation in the new rankings.
Beeson hosting two events to strengthen pastors and their families
This semester, Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School will welcome licensed counselor Dr. Christine Baker for two workshops aimed at helping pastors and their families.
Dr. Tanya Hollins shares insights on leadership in tech at Classroom to Career event
On Sept. 4, Samford University welcomed Tanya Hollins, MBA ’00, who headlined “Classroom to Career: My Journey to Becoming a Leader in Tech”. Hollins, a program manager with Amazon Web Services (AWS), shared her career journey with students and faculty.
Samford Business Students Partner with Bridge2Rwanda as Part of Immersive International Experience
This summer, Brock School of Business students and faculty travelled to Rwanda, where they partnered with Bridge2Rwanda to teach leadership and problem-solving courses to promising leaders in the East African nation.
Soccer Opens SoCon Play With Loss At Western Carolina
CULLOWHEE, N.C. – The Samford soccer team opened Southern Conference play with a tough, 2-0 loss at Western Carolina Thursday evening at the Catamount Athletic Complex.
Volleyball Drops 3-1 Decision To Auburn
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University volleyball team dropped a 3-1 (18-25, 25-18, 19-25, 17-25) decision to Auburn on the first day of the Alabama Showdown Thursday evening at Bartow Arena.
Women’s Basketball Releases Non-Conference Schedule
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Games at Power 4 programs Tennessee, Florida State, Vanderbilt and TCU highlight the Samford women's basketball team's non-conference schedule for the 2024-25 season, released today.
Soccer Travels To Western Carolina And Chattanooga To Open SoCon Play
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team will open SoCon play at Western Carolina Thursday evening at 6 p.m. (CT), and then will play at Chattanooga Sunday at 12 p.m. (CT).
Nicastro Named SoCon Golfer Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford sophomore Gabi Nicastro was named the Southern Conference Women's Golfer of the Week when the league released its weekly golf awards Wednesday afternoon.
Volleyball To Take On Auburn, South Alabama And UAB At Alabama Showdown
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University volleyball team travel across town to Bartow Arena to compete in the Alabama Showdown, Thursday through Saturday.
