Samford Department of Art and Design Awards Presented at Juried Art Show
Samford University students were presented with art and design departmental awards on Monday, March 25, during the opening reception of the 2024 Juried Art Student Showcase. Students, faculty and members of the community came to view the pieces displayed. From the 160 submissions, only 40 were chosen to be presented in the gallery.
Andrews, Executive Director of Samford’s Center for Worship and the Arts, Receives Grant for Fostering Leadership for Communities of Faith
Samford University is among a select group of Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) members to receive a grant for Fostering Leadership for Communities of Faith from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). Through this initiative, CIC aims to develop and strengthen programs designed to support students who are exploring future leadership roles in communities of faith. Emily Andrews, executive director of the Center for Worship and the Arts and assistant professor of music and worship, is excited about directing the project. She aims to leverage Samford’s expertise and network in the arts to empower emerging artists toward faithful, lifelong worship and discipleship.
Pursuing a Calling: Moyers' Journey to Divinity School and Beyond
Cara Moyers, a senior religion major at Samford University, faced a pivotal decision in her call to ministry when she received full-ride tuition scholarships from three prestigious seminaries around the country.
Samford Psychology Professor Awarded Prestigious Grant to Help Create More Sensory Inclusive Worship Environments
For many people, church is a place of healing and tranquility. It's a place where you can fellowship with other believers and be in the presence of God. However, for those grappling with sensory processing sensitivity, going to church is far from peaceful. It can be a nightmare.
Beeson announces addition of two Old Testament professors
Chip Hardy will join Beeson Divinity School’s faculty as an associate professor of divinity, while Alex Kirk will join as an assistant professor of divinity. Both men’s areas of focus will be in Old Testament and Hebrew.
Samford Professor Elected President of the American Fisheries Society Southern Division
Biological and Environmental Sciences chair Anthony Overton's election by the committee in February marks the beginning of a four-year term. At the forefront of his duties is directing the many chapters and committees across the division.
Former U.S. Ambassador Skip Gnehm Discusses “The Middle East Cauldron and the U.S.” During the 2024 Cordell Hull Speakers Forum
Samford University Cumberland School of Law hosted its annual Cordell Hull Speakers Forum on April 2, 2024. The Cordell Hull Speakers Forum, established in 1974, stands as a testament to the Cumberland School of Law's commitment to intellectual inquiry and engagement with pressing legal and global issues.
Samford University Presents 2024 Medallion Awards Recognizing Important Civic Contributions
On April 2, Samford University presented its 2024 Medallion Awards. Established in 2006, the awards recognize individuals who have accomplished important civic or community good. Recipients are community members outside the Samford family who are responsible for deeds of kindness and documented actions of record that make a difference in community and civic life.
Support Character Development on Samford Giving Day
What makes Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education different? While the possible answers to this question are limitless, Laura Casey ’23, a graduate of the School of Education’s Master of Science in instructional leadership, would tell you it is character.
Send-Off Party Hosts – We Need You!
On Thurs., March 21, four Samford parents gathered to pack Party-in-A-Box hosting kits for Samford Send-Off Parties under the supervision of Tanya Hindman, Assistant Director of Parent and Family Programs, and Hannah Gusko, Marketing and Communication Intern. Food and fellowship were enjoyed by all.
Cumberland School of Law Achieves Rare Double Regional Competition Sweep, Prepares for Prestigious National Trial Competitions
Recently, Samford University Cumberland School of Law’s National Trial Teams completed a rare double sweep of the regional championships for the National Trial Competition and the American Association of Justice’s Student Trial Advocacy Competition. The two teams will represent Cumberland School of Law at the national competitions for each respective tournament the first week of April.
50 Years and 500 Miles: Alumna Beth Avery Celebrates 50 Years as Licensed Pharmacist and Blazes New Trails
Alumna Beth Avery '73 recently celebrated fifty years of service as a licensed pharmacist. From McWhorter School of Pharmacy to a long career at Southeast Alabama Medical Center, Avery always goes the extra mile. Now that is truer than ever as she aims to complete all 800 miles of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park's trails by age 75.
Another Banner Year for Samford Pharmacy ASHP Residency Match
Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy has once again demonstrated its excellence in the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP) pharmacy residency match. This year's results, continuing the positive trend of recent years, showcased strong numbers for both students and graduates.
Beeson professor Pasquarello to retire at end of year
After six years of teaching at Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, Mike Pasquarello announced he will retire at the end of the 2023-24 academic year.
Samford Offers Support to Birmingham-Southern College Students
The Samford University community is saddened by news of the closure of Birmingham-Southern College. We deeply empathize with the leadership, trustees and entire Birmingham-Southern family in this incredibly difficult situation. Samford stands ready to assist the impacted students who seek to continue their academic pursuits.
Samford University's Physician Assistant Studies Department Receives Full Accreditation
Samford University's Physician Assistant (PA) Studies department has achieved full accreditation from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
Samford Commissions Second World Premiere Theatre Production in One Season: Tomorrow, the Island Dies
Samford University School of the Arts is excited to present its second commissioned world premiere production of the season, Tomorrow, the Island Dies. The musical will debut from April 11-14, 2024, in Harrison Theatre. Chelsea Reynolds Nicholson, assistant professor of musical theatre at Samford, SAG-AFTRA actor and the director of Tomorrow, the Island Dies, collaborated with the esteemed composer, Ryan Scott Oliver, to realize her vision for the production.
Johnston Steps Up to the Plate with Tik Tok’s Favorite Baseball Team
McKinley Johnston, sophomore marketing major with a sports marketing concentration in Samford University’s Brock School of Business, is gearing up for an exciting internship with the Savannah Bananas this summer.
Samford Wraps Up Action At Crimson Tide Invitational
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Samford men's and women's track and field teams opened the month of April at the Alabama-hosted Crimson Tide Invitational, held Friday and Saturday at Sam Bailey Stadium.
Samford Outslugs UNCG For Saturday Sweep
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – On a day that saw the Samford softball team score 20 runs on the defending Southern Conference champions, the Bulldogs took both ends of the Saturday doubleheader against the UNCG Spartans by scores of 8-3 and 12-0 in five innings.
Bulldogs Earn 6-1 Win Over Wofford
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford men's tennis team earned an impressive 6-1 Southern Conference win over Wofford Saturday afternoon at the Samford Tennis Center.
Baseball Pounds Out 15-2 Win At The Citadel
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Samford baseball team plated 15 runs on 14 hits in taking a 15-2 win over The Citadel in game two of a three-game series Saturday afternoon at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
Softball Set To Host UNCG For Weekend Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – In a rematch of the 2023 Southern Conference Tournament Finals, the Samford softball team returns home for a weekend series with the UNCG Spartans.
Ross Throws One-Hit Shutout As Baseball Takes Game One At The Citadel
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Samford pitcher Michael Ross tossed a one-hit shutout in leading the Bulldog baseball team to a 2-0 win in game one of its weekend Southern Conference series at The Citadel Friday at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.