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.
Samford Adds Wallace State to Transfer Partnership
Samford University adds Wallace State as the third local community college opening pathways for transfer students.
Samford Junior Madison Dorsey Pursues Passion for Shark Biology at McWane Science Center
For Madison Dorsey, a junior marine science major from Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, passion for the ocean and its incredible creatures has been the driving force behind her academic journey at Samford.
Spring Convocation Highlights Diversity Through Lens of God Creating Everyone 'Uniquely Different'
Samford University’s 2024 spring semester officially launched with Provost Dave Cimbora delivering a unifying address about Biblical diversity from John 4.
Samford Remembers the Life and Legacy of Former Dean Lee Allen
Samford University celebrates the remarkable life and legacy of Lee Norcross Allen, historian, professor and former dean of Howard College of Arts and Sciences, who passed away on Dec. 16, 2024, at the age of 98.
Samford Hosts History Conference, Students and Faculty Demonstrate Academic Leadership
Samford hosted the national meeting of the Conference on Faith and History (CFH) from Oct. 9-12, welcoming over 250 participants, including 200 faculty and 50 undergraduate students, to campus.
Samford Honors 2024 Fall Graduates: 'It is Your Turn to Now Lead Us'
President Beck A. Taylor expresses gratitude to nearly 300 new alumni: “Please know that Samford University is a better university because you were here.”
Alumna Haley Sue Evans Gains Olympic Experience with NBC Sports
Haley Sue Evans '22, a journalism and mass communication alumna, took her career to new heights while working with NBC Sports at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Geography Students and Faculty Attend SEDAAG Conference, Jennifer Rahn Honored with Award for Student Mentorship
Samford University geography students and faculty showcased their academic engagement and leadership at the Southeastern Division of the Association of American Geographers (SEDAAG) Conference held Nov. 23-25 in Greenville, South Carolina.
Samford Student Gains Hands-On Experience in London’s Faith Community
What does it take to make a real impact in a global faith community? Cooper Pitts, a sophomore majoring in English and global studies with a concentration in film studies, is discovering the answer firsthand through a transformative internship in London.
Samford Hosts Lecture on U.S. Constitution, Civic Education and Virtue
Paul Carrese, professor in the School of Civic Thought and Leadership at Arizona State University, recently delivered a lecture at Samford University regarding the United States Constitution and civic virtues, an event supported by the Carolyn and Don Drennen Endowment for American History, Civics and the Constitution.
