Turner’s Journey Through Cumberland School of Law as a Leader and Advocate
As a dedicated student committed to excellence, Rolanda Tina Turner not only thrived academically during her time at Cumberland School of Law, but she also made remarkable contributions to the local and regional legal community. As a first-generation law student, she embraced challenges and opportunities, growing both academically and personally.
Samford Announces Recipients Of 2024 Alumni Awards
Samford University has named three outstanding alumni who will be honored as the 2024 alumni award recipients. The honorees will be celebrated during Homecoming weekend. The awards are presented in three categories: Alumnus of the Year, Outstanding Young Alumnus of the Year, and Humanitarian of the Year.
Alabama Governor’s School Develops Future Leaders for Our State
For more than 35 years, the Alabama Governor’s School (AGS) has provided academic, creative and leadership experiences for rising high school juniors and seniors. Hosted every year by Samford University, this year’s cohort will be on campus June 16 – 28. Students are housed in residence halls and have a daily curriculum.
Preserving Tradition: Cumberland Law Review and the American Journal of Trial Advocacy
History. Tradition. Heritage. The longer you live, the more important those concepts become.
The Wisdom of Augustine on the Spiritual Formation of Preachers
Read this excellent piece from recently-retired Beeson professor Mike Pasquarello. This article on Augustine's influence on the pastor's spiritual formation first appeared in the 2024 Beeson magazine, which is online now.
Digital Arts Instructor, Wink Winkler, Travels Abroad to Speak at Saudi Film Festival
Wink Winkler, a digital arts instructor at Samford University, recently embarked on a professional development trip to Saudi Arabia. This marked Winkler's first time traveling outside the U.S, and the experience was nothing short of transformative. He was deeply touched by the international culture and the warm-heartedness of the Saudi Arabian people.
Samford Hosts AHIF Therapy Camp for Traumatic Brain Injury Patients and Caregivers
Caring for the whole person. While this message appears simple, its impact is profound. Each year, students experience this impact firsthand through the summer's Bright Ideas TBI Camp, a program for people living with traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries and their caregivers.
The Rock and Reed Challenge
"The power of God’s Word to achieve its purposes is never in doubt, but our ability to swing the hammer that breaks hard hearts and our ability to preach so as not to break a bruised reed remains the preacher’s challenge."
Enslaved People Project: Alumna Woodford Launches Online Platform for Researching Georgia Slave Records
After more than a decade of work on her Enslaved People Project, Cumberland School of Law alumna Erica L. Woodford, JD ’00, announced the launch of an online database of slave records from Macon-Bibb County, Georgia. The online research portal went live in March 2024.
President Beck A. Taylor Selected for National Commission for Faith-Based Institutions
Recently, the American Council on Education (ACE) launched the ACE Commission on Faith-based Colleges and Universities. Among those chosen to serve on the commission’s inaugural executive committee is Samford University President Beck A. Taylor who will work alongside other university presidents to foster collaboration between faith-based and nonreligious colleges and universities.
School of the Arts Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
Samford University’s School of the Arts will welcome five new faculty members this fall, effective August 19, 2024.
JSCC, Samford Create Historic Partnership to Enhance Transfer Opportunities for Students
Jefferson State Community College (JSCC) and Samford University signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing transfer opportunities for students.
Samford University Fellows Study Abroad in Italy
Twenty six University Fellows studied abroad in Italy, May 13-26. They visited Florence, Rome and the city of Pompeii, to culminate their first two years of studies at Samford University.
Photographing the Stars: Beeson alumnus takes camera to creation
In addition to serving as a worship leader, Beeson alumnus Jason Rice has become a gifted astrophotographer, using his talents to share the Gospel with others.
Samford University Selects Ana Carballal as New Chair of World Languages and Cultures
Ana Carballal will be the new chair of Samford University’s Department of World Languages and Cultures (WLAC), effective August 1. She follows English professor Tim Sutton, who served as the interim WLAC chair for two years.
Samford Alumni Mentorship Program Wraps Up First Year
The Samford Alumni Mentorship Program was created to provide professional development opportunities by cultivating intentional mentee/mentor relationships among alumni. The 2023-24 year served as the launch for the program in three of Samford’s larger alumni markets, Birmingham, Nashville and Atlanta.
Stone Payday Alternative Loans Research Published by Finance Research Letters
Associate professor Anna-Leigh Stone has had new research published by Finance Research Letters. Her paper “Payday Alternative Loans: PAL or Foe?” discusses payday alternative loans offered by federal credit unions.
Samford Financial Management Association Student Chapter Receives Superior Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year
Samford’s student chapter of the global Financial Management Association has been recognized as a Superior Chapter for the 2023-24 academic year. This is the fourth consecutive year the chapter has received this prestigious recognition.
Carico-McLennan Wraps Campaign At Olympic Trials
EUGENE, Ore.– Samford's Zephaniah Carico-McLennan concluded a very successful freshmen year by competing at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in the 800-meter run at historic Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore on Friday evening.
Carico-McLennan Advances To Semifinals At Olympic Trials
EUGENE, Ore.– Samford star Zephaniah Carico-McLennan qualified for the semifinals in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in the 800-meter run with his performance in the opening round Thursday evening at historic Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore.
Samford Leads The SoCon With 100 On Spring Academic All-SoCon Team
SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- Samford leads the Southern Conference with 100 representatives on the Spring Academic All-SoCon team, released by the league Thursday afternoon.
Bulldogs Place 287 On SoCon’s Academic Honor Roll
SPARTANBURG, S.C.— Samford Athletics placed 287 student-athletes on the Southern Conference's Academic Honor Roll, released by the league Thursday. The 287 Samford student-athletes on the team are the second most of any Southern Conference school.
Carico-McLennan Set For Olympic Trials Thursday
EUGENE, Ore.– Samford's Zephaniah Carico-McLennan will attempt to qualify for the 2024 U.S. Olympic team by competing in the men's 800m this weekend at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials.
Samford Softball Hires Cespedes As Assistant Coach
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Head Coach Megan Curry of the Samford softball team announced Monday the hiring of Sarah Cespedes as assistant coach.
