Parents and families will find several opportunities to engage with the university and one another. You’ll find a schedule and details below.

Have questions? Email stepsing@samford.edu or parents@samford.edu.

Step Sing Care Packages

January 2-24 (while supplies last): Orders open for “Knock Their Socks Off” Step Sing Care Packages

Care packages are $25 each and include Samford Bulldog socks, Step Sing MnMs, and a sheet of Samford stickers. Parents can write a personal note to be included in the care package.
Place Your Order

January 27-28: Care Package Pick Up in Westmoreland Hall 150
*Local parents are invited to sign up to help with distribution.

Soup and Cracker Donation Drive

Each year, the Parents Association works together to provide donations, rotating amongst campus, domestic, and international focused projects. This year, Samford parents are encouraging all to come together in support of the Samford food pantry through the Campbell’s and Crackers Donation Drive.

January 2 – February 1: Join Parents Association in purchasing soup and crackers for the Samford Food Pantry.

Option 1: Order via Amazon and have items shipped directly to campus.  Amazon Wish List
Option 2: Purchase from a store* and bring to campus Step Sing weekend.

*Please note: To keep the food pantry uniform and organized, please only purchase the exact brand and items on the Amazon list.

Ticket Sales

January 14: Step Sing Ticket Sales Open to Participants**
January 16: Step Sing Ticket Sales Open to Alumni
January 17: Step Sing Ticket Sales Open to the Public

This year, students who are not participating in Step Sing will have the opportunity to purchase a ticket to watch the Wednesday night dress rehearsal. An email with more details will be sent to all students in January.

**Step Sing participants will receive an email with clear instructions for ordering tickets. This will include date and time the order link will open for them, as well as quantity of tickets allowed for purchase each night.

Parent and Family Events

Thursday, January 30

7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Caf and Food Court open for meals
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Samford Shop open
4-7 p.m. Dinner in the Caf or Food Court
5-6:30 p.m. Step Sing Marketplace on the first floor of the University Center
6 p.m. Wright Center lobby doors open
6:30 p.m. Wright Center audience doors open
7 p.m. Step Sing Performance in the Wright Center
7 p.m. Step Sing Livestream Watch Party in the Caf

Friday, January 31

7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Caf and Food Court open for meals
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Samford Shop open
4-5 p.m. President’s Reception, recognizing Parents Association Collegiate Partners
4-7 p.m. Dinner in the Caf or Food Court
5-6:30 p.m. Step Sing Marketplace on the first floor of the University Center
6 p.m. Wright Center lobby doors open
6:30 p.m. Wright Center audience doors open
7 p.m. Step Sing Performance in the Wright Center
7 p.m. Step Sing Livestream Watch Party in the Caf

Saturday, February 1

7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Caf and Food Court open for meals
9-10:30 a.m. Step Sing Directors Backstage Brunch
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Samford Shop open
10-11:30 a.m. Fellowship of Samford Parents in Ministry Meet and Greet in Parent Commons, Westmoreland Hall 152
1 p.m. Step Sing Performance in the Wright Center (no livestream)
4-6:30 p.m. Step Sing Marketplace on the first floor of the University Center
4-7 p.m. Dinner in the Caf or Food Court
4-6:30 p.m. Dinner and Cooking Demonstration by Chef James Briscione, in the Caf
5:30 p.m. Participants line up on the quad
6 p.m. Wright Center lobby doors open
6:30 p.m. Wright Center audience doors open
6:40 p.m. (approximate) Dudes-a-Plenty sing Doxology
7 p.m. Step Sing Performance in the Wright Center
7 p.m. Step Sing Livestream Watch Party in the Caf

Meals in the University Center

The Caf and food court will be open for meals from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. each day.

The Caf will host Step Sing livestream watch parties each night, beginning at 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend.

We recommend you arrive early to campus to find a good parking spot, then walk up to the University Center for dinner in the Caf or food court. On Saturday, February 1, from 4-6:30 p.m., enjoy a special dinner and cooking demonstration by Chef James Briscione.

Caf Swipe Cards

$20 Swipe Card – three single-station swipes
$15 Swipe Card - unlimited swipes within a two-hour period
Purchase from the window next to the dish return. 

Step Sing Marketplace

Visit Step Sing Marketplace on the lower level of the University Center. 

  • Thursday, January 30, from 5-6:30 p.m.
  • Friday, January 31, from 5-6:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 1, from 4-6:30 p.m.

What’s Included

  • Step Sing T-shirt Sales
  • Step Sing Parent Button Sales
  • Step Sing Photo Booths
  • Soup and Crackers Donation Drop Off
  • Past Step Sing Videos in Harry’s
  • Step Sing Cookie Sales (Saturday only)
  • Make-Your-Own-Bouquet Flower Sales (Saturday only)
  • Hot Chocolate (Saturday only, complimentary)

*We invite parents to volunteer at Step Sing Marketplace each night, by greeting or helping with sales. If you are interested and available, please sign up online.