Samford Graphic Design Alumna’s Magazine Project Honors God’s Creation, Receives National Advertising Award
Claire Phegley ’25, a graphic design alumna, was honored on regional and national levels of the American Advertising Federation’s Addy Awards with her piece that is “a celebration of the wild and an invitation to explore.”
Samford Nursing Faculty Member Receives National Award for Excellence in Health Care Reporting
Lisa Herbinger, associate chair and professor in nurse anesthesia at Samford’s Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, received the 2025 Mary Hanna Memorial Journalism Award for her article “Children and the Opioid Crisis: We Can Make a Difference,” published in the Journal of Perianesthesia Nursing.
Summer Debate Institute Equips Future Champions with Skills, Confidence and Community
Samford’s Summer Debate Institute welcomed middle and high school students from across Alabama for five days of fast-paced practice rounds, hands-on workshops and team-building activities that sharpened argumentation skills and fostered new friendships.
Designing with Purpose: Samford Architecture and Interior Design Students Partner with Lakeshore Foundation on Accessibility Project
Architecture and interior design students from Samford University’s School of the Arts recently took part in a fast-paced, real-world design charrette in collaboration with the Lakeshore Foundation.
Servant Leadership, Local Relationships: Community Engagement at Samford
Samford University's Office of Community Engagement seeks to make a positive impact in Homewood and across the Birmingham area through a number of unique volunteer opportunities for students, employees, family and alumni.
Cumberland School of Law Wraps Up Successful Spring Advocacy Competition Season
Cumberland School of Law consistently excels in regional and national legal skills competitions, maintaining a remarkable performance record in all areas of advocacy. The spring 2025 competition season was no exception and culminated in these results.
Samford Alumna Emory Bradford Named Editor-in-Chief of Civil Rights Law Journal
Samford University alumna Emory Bradford has been named editor-in-chief of the Civil Rights Law Journal at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School.
Samford Women Continue Legacy of Civic Leadership in Birmingham
For decades, women connected to Samford University have played key roles in shaping the mission and impact of the Women’s Committee of 100 —a civic organization in Birmingham, Alabama, which promotes the city’s educational, cultural and philanthropic life.
Initiative aims to help Beeson Divinity School students think vocationally from day one
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School is working to ensure all students come into seminary thinking about their future.
Samford Alumni Lead Trailblazing Mission Trip to Alaska
This summer, two Samford University alumni, Keith Brown ’90 and Andrew Bush, MDiv ’24, led an eight-day mission trip to Alaska with the Shelby Baptist Association as part of a five-year partnership between the Alabama Baptist State Convention and the Alaska Baptist Resource Network.
Nursing Student Awarded Study Abroad Grant, Explores Health Care in the British Isles
Samford nursing student Molly Mitchell received a $1,000 Phi Kappa Phi grant to study abroad through the Nursing in the British Isles course, where she explored global health systems and the legacy of Florence Nightingale. The experience enhanced her clinical perspective, cultural competence and commitment to serving through international nursing.
Communication and Media Professor Receives Award for Outstanding Teaching
Ashley George, associate professor in Samford University’s Department of Communication and Media, has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Alabama Communication Association’s (ACA) Award for Outstanding Teaching.
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Fully Reaccredited Ahead of Centennial Anniversary
Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy received the maximum eight-year reaccreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), meeting all 25 standards and earning praise for its simulation, interprofessional education and faculty excellence.
Biology Faculty Document Carnivorous Plant Discovery in Northwest Alabama
A recent publication from Samford University faculty members David Frings and Larry Davenport has brought attention to a rare species of carnivorous plant thriving in an unexpected corner of Alabama.
Cumberland School of Law Trial Advocacy Program Ranks 2nd in National Gavel Rankings
Samford University Cumberland School of Law has been ranked No. 2 in the national Gavel Rankings for 2024-25. Cumberland School of Law ranks No. 2 overall since the rankings began in 2019.
From Parents, For Parents: A Message from April Robinson
After working with college students on a college campus for more than 20 years, I actually thought I would be “living my best parent life ever” when my own daughters were finally in college. It seems silly in hindsight, but I truly believed my experience—and even my expertise—would exempt us from the struggle and stress of navigating the many transitions I knew were coming: togetherness to separateness, dependence to independence, parenting to partnering, managing to mentoring and, ultimately, adolescence to adulthood.
Samford’s Kate McCombs Named Brock Scholars Program Coordinator
The honors initiative for Samford University’s Brock School of Business recognizes high-achieving undergraduates who are eager to go beyond the traditional business curriculum.
New Greek Residence Halls Enrich On-Campus Experience as Samford Horizons Accommodates Sustained Growth
Adding 140 beds on the west side of campus, these are the latest achievement in the $300 million opening phase of Samford Horizons.
Nicastro Ties For Fifth, Qualifies For Match Play At Women’s Western Amateur
ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Samford rising junior golfer Gabi Nicastro tied for fifth after two rounds of stroke play at the Women's Western Amateur Wednesday at Red Run Golf Club.
Nicastro Sits In Fourth After Day 1 At Women’s Western Amateur
ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Samford rising junior golfer Gabi Nicastro sits in fourth place after the first day of the Women's Western Amateur Tuesday at Red Run Golf Club.
Samford’s Perkins Named Preseason All-American By Stats Perform
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Samford defensive back Nahil Perkins was named third team preseason All-American by Stats Perform Tuesday morning.
Samford’s Keshock Selected By Pirates In 12th Round Of MLB Draft
BIRMINGHAM. Ala. – Samford junior pitcher Cameron Keshock was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 12th round of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft Monday afternoon.
Samford’s Surcey And Harrison Nominated For NACDA Good Works Team
NORTHBROOK, Ill. - Samford's Emily Surcey from women's tennis and Claire Harrison from track and field have been nominated for the spring National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Good Works Team. The team was designed to honor student-athletes excelling in academics, sports, and community impact. Nominated by athletics administrators, conference office staff, and coaches, these student-athletes embody leadership, service, and character.
Samford Cross Country Sets Its 2025 Schedule
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's and women's cross country program has set its slate for the upcoming 2025 season. The Bulldog's two teams will compete together, back to back, at each of their five events during the season. The Dogs are coming off a second-place finish on the women's side and a fourth-place finish on the men's side in the Southern Conference last season.
