Samford Celebrates 30 Years of Debate Excellence with Birmingham Area League Championship
The Birmingham Area Debate League (BADL), an outreach initiative of Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences, marked its thirtieth anniversary this academic year with more than 200 Birmingham-area students engaging in monthly, cost-free debate competitions on Samford’s campus.
Emily Hynds Appointed as Samford’s Executive Director for Faculty Success
Samford University recently announced the appointment of Emily Hynds as the new executive director for faculty success, effective July 1, 2025.
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School recognized with major awards
The Religious Communicators Council and Baptist Communicators Association recently recognized Beeson for its excellence in religious communications and public relations. The 2024 Beeson magazine was given the top honor of “Best of Show” by the RCC.
Samford’s Orlean Beeson School of Education Earns National Recognition from International Literacy Association
Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education has once again received national recognition for academic excellence and innovation in teacher preparation. The Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary and Collaborative Education (ESEC) program recently earned national recognition from the International Literacy Association (ILA), a prestigious honor that underscores the school’s commitment to developing highly qualified literacy professionals.
Faith, Family and Physical Therapy: Reed McGuire’s Path to Patient Care
Reed McGuire, a physical therapy graduate student and U.S. Air Force veteran, shares how he balances family, faith, and education.
Cumberland School of Law and Oakwood University Celebrate Ongoing Partnership
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and Oakwood University recently celebrated their ongoing academic partnership during a special media day held on Oakwood’s campus. Originally established in 2021, this accelerated law degree program offers Oakwood students an innovative pathway to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a Juris Doctor in just six years, rather than the traditional seven.
Experiential Excellence: Samford Students Deliver Marketing Recommendations to Local Sports Teams
Brock School of Business students in Mary Harrison's marketing research course recently wrapped up an impactful semester-long project by delivering strategic marketing recommendations to three local professional sports teams: the Birmingham Squadron, the Birmingham Legion and the Birmingham Bulls.
Samford Professor Wins Top National Honors for Graphic Design Excellence
Zimny was awarded the prestigious Albert McClellan Award for Exceptional Achievement in Print Media & Design, which is one of only seven grand prizes presented annually by the Baptist Communicators Association (BCA).
Brock School of Business Announces New Leadership for 2025-26 Year
Samford University’s Brock School of Business announced key leadership appointments for the 2025–26 academic year. Marci Johns, senior associate provost, has been named interim dean, and Sara McCarty, Margaret Gage Bush Distinguished Professor of Economics, has been appointed associate dean, effective July 1.
Brock School of Business Receives Accreditation Extension, Ranked in Top 5% of Business Schools Globally
Samford University’s Brock School of Business has been awarded a six-year accreditation extension from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, maintaining its position in the top 5% of business schools worldwide.
82-Year-Old Leans on God, Curtis Mayfield to Complete Master's Degree
The three-time great-grandmother and self-labeled go-getter received her Master of Studies in Law from Samford.
Samford Living: A Conversation with the Ross Family
Samford Parents, Eric and Ruthann Ross, are sharing their tips for dorm decorating this fall that inspired their own approach to their daughter, Julianne’s, room when she came to Samford to study psychology. Together, the Nashville-based couple run a successful interior design firm with Eric just publishing his second book, Embracing Southern Homes.
Samford's Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education Celebrate 2025 Graduates
On Friday, May 2, in the Pete Hanna Center, Samford University’s Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education recognized over 330 graduates who either earned a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree during their spring commencement ceremony.
Faith, Service and Excellence: Samford Health Sciences Graduates Honored at Spring Commencement
Samford University’s College of Health Sciences celebrated commencement May 1-3, awarding 527 degrees across its four schools. Megan Mileski, PhD, spoke at both ceremonies, reminding graduates their careers are callings rooted in faith and compassion. Honors included the Pittman Spirit Award and President’s Cup.
Judge Karon O. Bowdre, Chair of Samford Board of Trustees, Addresses Cumberland School of Law Graduates, Emphasizes a Lawyer’s Call to Justice
Karon O. Bowdre ’77, JD ’80, retired U.S. district judge and chair of Samford University’s Board of Trustees, addressed the 2025 Cumberland School of Law graduates during the May 3 commencement ceremony. Cumberland’s class of 2025 includes 142 Juris Doctor recipients, 13 Master of Laws graduates and six Master of Studies in Law recipients.
Samford Celebrates Spring 2025 Commencement
Samford University held six commencement ceremonies on May 2-3, where more than 1,400 students walked the stage and received their degrees.
Samford’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences Celebrate Spring 2025 Graduates
On Saturday, May 3, Samford University’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences celebrated its spring graduates with a joint commencement ceremony at 9 a.m. in the Pete Hanna Center.
Phil Ryken reminds graduates of the “urgency of our Gospel task” as Beeson celebrates spring commencement
Twenty-two graduates received their degrees from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School on May 2 during the spring service of commencement and consecration.
Bulldogs Travel To Mercer For Final Regular-Season Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team will travel to Macon, Ga., to take on the Mercer Bears in a key SoCon series. The teams are set to play Thursday at 5 p.m., Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m.
Samford Track Dynasty Continues With Men's and Women's SoCon Championships
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's and women's track and field teams wrapped up competition today at the Southern Conference Outdoor Championships. The Bulldogs played hosts for the second-straight season and continued their winning streak in the conference as they swept the men's and women's team titles for the fifth-straight year while the women's side won its sixth in a row.
Gupton Named SoCon Player Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford junior center fielder Michael Gupton was named the Southern Conference Player of the Week when the league released its weekly baseball awards Monday afternoon.
Bulldogs Set to Host SoCon Track Championship
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's and women's track and field team is set to compete in the Southern Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships on Monday and Tuesday. The Bulldogs will host the event for the second straight season as they will look to sweep the men's and women's championships for the fifth straight year.
Samford Baseball Completes Sweep Of UNCG With 12-4 Win Sunday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team pounded out 12 runs on 17 hits to take a 12-4 win and complete the series sweep of UNC Greensboro Sunday afternoon at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Saturday Baseball Postponed
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team's Saturday game versus UNC Greensboro has been postponed due to inclement weather in the Birmingham area. The teams will now play on Sunday at 10 a.m. at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
