Samford Students Present Research at National Political Science Conference
Two Samford University students recently showcased their research at the Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference in Washington, D.C. Anna Cella and Connor Watson, both political science majors, presented their work among top students from across the country.
Samford Debate Finishes Regular Season Strong, Prepares for National Debate Tournament
Samford’s debate team capped its regular season with a strong performances at the American Debate Association National Championship, setting the stage for an appearance at the National Debate Tournament.
Samford Announces Core Texts Abroad Endowed Scholarship, Selects 20 Students for Core Texts London 2025
Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences recently announced the establishment of the Core Texts Abroad Endowed Scholarship, an initiative designed to support student participation in the Core Texts Abroad program.
Grace Fennimore: Serving Her Country and Campus with Dedication
When Grace Fennimore walks across the stage to receive her diploma in May, she will exemplify the merger of academia and service.
Samford Alumni Doug and Janet Turnure Establish Endowed Scholarship Honoring Ardell Turnure
Howard College of Arts and Sciences is now home to an endowed scholarship funded by Samford alumni Doug and Janet Turnure.
Samford Student Media Earns National Recognition at ProCon 25
Samford University student media received national recognition at the College Media Association’s ProCon 25, held Feb. 26-29 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City’s Times Square.
Samford Debate Team Competes in Key National and Regional Tournaments
The Samford Debate Team has had a strong start to the spring semester, securing key victories and preparing for national championship events.
Samford Core Texts London Program Transforms Student’s Perspective
For Samford University senior computer science major Jose Ocampo, the opportunity to study abroad through the Core Texts London (CTL) program was nothing short of life changing.
Samford Biology Professor Honors Late Mentor Through Memorial Journal Issue
Brad Bennett, associate professor of biology at Samford University, recently served as a guest editor for a special issue of Biology dedicated to the memory of his late PhD adviser Chris G. Dealwis.
New Introduction to Forensic Science Course Brings Hands-On Crime Scene Investigation to Samford
Forensic science has long been a subject of fascination, popularized by television dramas and real-world criminal investigations. Now, Samford University students can experience the field firsthand through the new Introduction to Forensic Science course, led by adjunct instructor Dan Matteo.
Samford Debate Team Earns Spot at National Debate Tournament
For the 38th time, the Samford University debate team has secured an invitation to the prestigious National Debate Tournament (NDT).
Samford Psychology Student McKinnley Meyer Leads Mental Health Advocacy for Student-Athletes
At the heart of Samford University’s growing mental health advocacy movement is McKinnley Meyer, a junior psychology major from Navarre, Florida. With a passion for sports and well-being, Meyer is working to promote suicide prevention, a mission shaped by losing a mentor in high school.
Sara Erenda Balances Psychology Studies and Tennis at Samford
Samford sophomore psychology major Sara Erenda is making the most of her time as a student-athlete, balancing a rigorous academic schedule with the demands of competing at the Division I level in tennis.
Samford Debate Team Performs Strongly at Texas Open Tournament
The Samford University debate team of Aaron Gill and Laurel Pack delivered a strong performance at the Texas Open Debate Tournament held at the University of Texas in Austin.
Samford Students Earn Multiple Awards at the Southeast Journalism Conference
Samford University’s communication and media students, along with staffers from The Samford Crimson, received several awards from the Southeast Journalism Conference (SEJC), held last weekend at Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi.
Singleton Wins Award for Groundbreaking Research on Black Journalism
William Singleton, assistant professor of communication and media at Samford, received the Newspaper Research Journal's Best Article Award for his work, “Must I follow the script? Professional objectivity, journalistic roles and the Black community journalist.”
Samford Alumna and Communication Studies Faculty Member Collaborate on Body Liberation Publication
Samford University’s Department of Communication and Media recently celebrated a unique scholarly collaboration between Niya Pickett Miller, assistant professor of communication studies, and Samford alumna Erin Basinger, associate professor of communication studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Amanda Howard Honored with 2025 Outstanding Faculty Award
Amanda Howard, associate professor of psychology at Samford University, was awarded the 2025 Outstanding Faculty Award this week, the longest-standing honor bestowed by the Howard College of Arts and Sciences.
