Leaving Your Legacy Through the 1841 Society
Formerly known as the DeVotie Society, the 1841 Society pays tribute to Samford University's rich history while recognizing alumni and friends who have completed a planned gift to Samford.
Harmonious Legacy: A Transformative Steinway Gift Honors a Lifetime of Friendship between Two Samford Graduates
Samford’s School of the Arts received a transformative gift from Gary Cooney, a 1974 alumnus and longtime supporter of the university.
Samford, Auburn Celebrate Beth Thorne Stukes as Alabama Philanthropist of the Year
Beth Stukes, a member of the Samford University Board of Trustees, will receive the William M. + Virginia B. Spencer Outstanding Philanthropist Award, highlighting her commitment to advancing education across Alabama.
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.
Introducing the 1841 Society
Founded in 1841, Samford University has long benefited from the generosity of others. Formerly known as the DeVotie Society, the 1841 Society will pay tribute to our rich history while recognizing alumni and friends who have completed a planned gift to Samford.
Samford Community Rallies Together to Exceed Annual Giving Day Goals
On April 9, Samford University celebrated Samford Giving Day 2024. After almost a decade of being known as The Big Give, University Advancement refreshed the campaign in 2023 to feature a more consistent, simplified message. Samford Giving Day is now a 24-hour event for collective support of areas all over campus.
40 Years of Giving: One Couple’s Dedication to Continuing Samford University’s Legacy
Dorothy ’76 and Richard ’69 Swindle made their first gift to Samford University in the 1980s. Now, 40 years later, they are still investing in its legacy. This time, through a challenge to the Samford community on Tuesday, April 9 for 2024 Samford Giving Day.
New Vulcan Materials Company/Bennie Bumpers Scholarship Supports Samford Risk Management and Insurance Students
The Vulcan Materials Company/Bennie Bumpers Endowed Scholarship supports students studying risk management and insurance and honors the career of Bennie Bumpers '63.
New Scholarship Established to Support Married Students
Samford University is blessed to have supportive and involved alumni like Sandy ’81 and Steve ’81 Eubanks. After already having one endowed scholarship in honor of Sandy Eubanks’ father, they decided to endow one this year in honor of Steve Eubanks’ parents, Barbara ’70 and William ’70 Eubanks.
Faith and Community Inspire Alumnus to Give to Historic Project
Scott Smith ’91 was drawn to Samford University’s sense of faith and community, specifically through football. Smith comes from a family full of Samford graduates, and because of his experience, Smith is dedicated to giving back to current and future bulldogs. That's why the lifelong accountant is investing in students through giving to the new Campus Recreation, Wellness and Athletic Complex.
Nathan Barham - From Student-Athlete to Inaugural Advancement Fellow
Nathan Barham ’23 knows firsthand how formative the Samford experience is for students’ futures.
