Samford Faculty Launch Initiative to Deepen Faith and Vocational Exploration in Study Abroad
Samford professors Anthony Minnema and Drew Hataway recently received a $60,000 program development grant from the Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) to launch a new initiative aimed at helping students explore calling and spiritual formation during study abroad experiences.
Julianne Sandberg Named Director of the Davis Lecture Series
Julianne Sandberg, associate professor of English in Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences, has been named director of the J. Roderick Davis Lecture Series.
World Christianity Focus Week speaker shares news from Iran, encourages perseverance
Mohammad Sanavi, founder and teacher of the Bible Training Center for Persians, shared an update on the growth of Christianity in Iran and encouraged the community to persevere during World Christianity Focus Week, held earlier this month at Beeson.
Samford Business Students Finish Third in the National Digital Marketing Championship
Five students from Samford University’s Brock School of Business made a strong impression at the National Collegiate Digital Marketing Championship on April 1. Designed to challenge and showcase the talents of the next generation of marketers through hands-on, real-world simulations and creative competitions, the event showcased more than 125 students from 21 universities across the country.
Cumberland School of Law Moot Court Team Finishes in Top 8 of the National Appellate Advocacy Competition, Wins Two Individual Awards
Three students from Samford University Cumberland School of Law participated in the American Bar Association’s National Appellate Advocacy competition in Chicago in April where they finished in the top eight teams in the nation and brought home two Best Advocate awards.
Howard College Junior Grace Estes Named Recipient of McDade Scholarship
Samford junior Grace Estes, a political science major and Howard Scholar, has been named a 2025 recipient of the Joe W. McDade Scholarship.
Ben Brown Plaza Becomes Global Hub for 10th Annual Global Connections
On April 10, Ben Brown Plaza transformed into a global hub as students gathered for the 10th annual Global Connections. Hosted by SamfordGlobal, the event gave students a chance to explore different cultures, meet new people and experience what the world had to offer — no plane ticket required.
Lennie Acuff Named Samford Head Men's Basketball Coach
Alabama native Lennie Acuff has been named the head coach for the Samford University men's basketball program. Announced Wednesday by Director of Athletics Martin Newton, Acuff becomes the 30th head coach in Bulldogs program history.
Communication and Media Honor Societies Induct 24 Students
Samford University’s Department of Communication and Media inducted 25 students into the Lambda Pi Eta and Kappa Tau Alpha honor societies during a ceremony held on April 8 in Harry’s Coffeehouse.
Samford Celebrates Lead with Love Week
Samford University’s Office of Student Success and Diversity will host Lead with Love week April 14–18, a campuswide celebration highlighting the power of compassionate leadership, inclusive community and servant-hearted action.
Samford Students Collaborate Across Disciplines During Acute Care Simulation
The Acute Care Simulation, hosted by Samford’s Experiential Learning and Simulation Center, challenged students from across the College of Health Sciences to apply their clinical knowledge and work together as part of an integrated health care team.
Samford Alumnus and Bestselling Author Bradley Collins to Speak on Campus April 17
Samford will welcome alumnus Bradley Collins ’01 back to campus on Wednesday, April 17 at 10 a.m. for a special presentation on his new children’s book, “When I Talk to God, I Talk About Feelings.”
Samford Junior Creates Graduation Stoles to Honor Cohort’s Teacher Training
Sara Rankin, a Samford University junior studying elementary education with a concentration in Christian education and missions, celebrated the bonds formed during her required teacher training by creating a lasting keepsake for her peers. Inspired by the support and encouragement she received from her cohort; she spent her Spring Break crafting personalized graduation stoles for each member who completed their teacher training at Trace Crossings Elementary School.
Samford’s Annual Giving Day Highlights ‘Power of Collective Giving’
Over 1,350 members of the Samford community donated on the university's annual Giving Day, breaking new records and creating opportunities for future success.
Cumberland School of Law Ranks No. 4 in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report, Remains National Powerhouse for Trial Preparation
As part of U.S. News and World Report’s 2025 Best Law Schools rankings released April 8, Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law ranked fourth in the nation for Trial Advocacy, reflecting an increase of two spots from the previous year and affirming the school’s storied history of being a powerhouse for preparing trial ready lawyers.
Pitch Perfect: Sara Bond Balances Pharmacy School and Division I Softball
Sara Bond, a first-year Doctor of Pharmacy student at Samford, is thriving both academically and athletically as a Division I softball player. She's one of many pharmacy students proving it's possible to excel in the classroom and on campus.
Samford Education Faculty and Students Find Passion and Purpose on Mission in Ecuador
During Samford University’s 2025 spring break, students and faculty from Orlean Beeson School of Education traveled to Quito, Ecuador, to serve alongside Amor y Esperanza—Love and Hope—a school for underserved children in the city. What began as a mission trip evolved into a cross-cultural professional development partnership with a long-lasting impact on both the local Ecuadorian community and the Samford team.
Samford University Physical Therapy Faculty Advance Performing Arts Medicine
Professors from Samford University’s School of Health Professions are demonstrating how physical therapy benefits everyone, from athletes to artists, through a collaborative learning activity with a piano professor.
Two Bulldogs In Top 10 After Day 1 At SoCon Championship
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Two Samford players are in the top 10 after the first round of the Southern Conference Women's Golf Championship Monday at Solina Golf Club (Par 72, 6,098 yards).
Campbell Earns SoCon Weekly Honor
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - The Samford softball team had an individual receive personal accolades today from the Southern Conference office this afternoon. Katie Campbell earned SoCon Player of the Week for her performance over four games this week. Campbell is the fifth Bulldog to receive player or pitcher of the year honors from the conference office.
Tuesday Baseball At North Alabama Canceled
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Samford baseball team's game at North Alabama, scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, has been canceled.
Women’s Golf Set To Compete At SoCon Championship, Monday Through Wednesday
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Samford women's golf team will compete in the Southern Conference Championship, Monday through Wednesday at Solina Golf Club (Par 72, 6,098 yards).
Samford Baseball Takes Series Win With 8-5 Victory Over The Citadel
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team earned another Southern Conference series win with an 8-5 victory over The Citadel Sunday afternoon at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Bulldogs Drop First Series of the Year at UNCG
GREENSBORO, N.C. - The Samford softball team wrapped up play this weekend with the game of a three-game series against UNCG. After splitting the two games yesterday, the Bulldogs fell in the finale 5-3 as they suffered their first series defeat of the year. Samford drops to 28-17 overall while the two sides are tied atop the Southern Conference with 9-3 records.
