Beeson a “place of flourishing and ministry” to new graduate’s family
As he walked around the Samford University quad a few days before graduating from Beeson Divinity School on April 26, memories flooded Josh Hedrick’s mind.
Data, Degree, Draft: Smith Culminates Samford Experience with NFL Analytics Research and His Own Run in 2024 NFL Draft
At Samford University, each student has a unique story to tell about their experience, and this is certainly true for recent graduate Chandler Smith. A student-athlete and now two-time Brock School of Business graduate, Smith culminated his Samford experience with his capstone NFL data analytics project, a walk across the commencement stage, and his own run in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Finding Her Voice: Beeson graduate tells her story of God’s faithfulness
A graduate of both Samford University and the university's Beeson Divinity School, Morgan Champion has learned to live with cerebral palsy and to advocate for others with disabilities inside the church.
Samford Celebrates Spring 2024 Commencement Weekend
This commencement season was a special one for the class of 2024. The graduates, who did not get to experience normal high school graduation ceremonies, started at Samford during the Covid-19 pandemic and their 2020 freshman walk was cancelled due to related restrictions.
CHS Recognizes 587 Graduates During Spring Commencement Ceremonies
Samford University's College of Health Sciences (CHS) held its spring pinning, hooding and commencement ceremonies from April 25-27.
Samford’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences Celebrate Spring 2024 Graduates
On Saturday, April 27, Samford University’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences celebrated its spring graduates with a joint commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. in the Pete Hanna Center.
Alumnus and Former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Shares Career Lessons with Cumberland School of Law Class of 2024
Evan Jenkins, a 1987 graduate of Samford University Cumberland School of Law, addressed the class of 2024 during their commencement ceremony held April 27. The class includes 153 new Juris Doctors, 13 of which earned a joint degree. Three graduates earned the Master of Studies in Law.
Beeson celebrates spring commencement with 22 graduates
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School celebrated spring commencement on April 26, awarding degrees to 22 students and praying over them as they continue to follow God’s call on their lives.
Shipt and Landing Founder Inspires Business and Education Graduates During Spring Commencement
On Friday, April 26, Samford University awarded 299 degrees to graduates of Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education. Bill Smith, founder of Shipt and Landing, was presented with an honorary Doctor of Commerce degree before delivering his commencement address.
Samford Pharmacy Students Earn Top Honors at Student Research Colloquia
On Friday, April 19, Samford University hosted its 3rd annual Student Research Colloquia in the Davis Library. McWhorter School of Pharmacy was well represented with two students, Justin Williams and Zachary Hagedorn, receiving top honors in the graduate and undergraduate categories.
A Preaching Life: Robert Smith Jr. reflects on life and ministry upon retirement
As he prepares to sail the "uncharted waters" of retirement, renowned Beeson professor and preacher Robert Smith Jr. reflects on his life and ministry.
Samford Public Health Student Garners Top Graduate Honors at Student Research Colloquia
Samford University hosted its 3rd annual Student Research Colloquia on April 19. Caroline Bennett, Master of Social Work candidate in the School of Public Health, presented her project, "Overcoming Vicarious Trauma: Resources Utilized by Law Enforcement Officers," receiving top honors for her research inspired by her own life experience.
Brock School of Business Student Research Facilitates Cross-disciplinary Conversations
Samford University’s Brock School of Business was well represented at the third annual Student Research Colloquia on April 19. The Research Advisory Collaborative, in partnership with the Office of Research, is a public forum where both undergraduate and graduate Samford students present their scholarship and research.
Samford Colloquia Celebrates Student Research
On Friday, April 19, Samford University hosted its 3rd annual Student Research Colloquia, held in the Davis Library. More than 90 students and student groups prepared poster presentations spanning 21 categories ranging from analytics to exercise science to social work.
“Preach the Word!” Massey Award winner charges peers to have courage in ministry
Jesse Carr, this semester's recipient of the James Earl Massey Student Preaching Award, preached during Beeson Divinity School's April 16 chapel service, where he and other award winners were honored by Beeson faculty.
Samford Music Students Win First Place and Honorable Mention at AMTA Collegiate State Piano Competition
On Sunday, April 7, two Samford University music students, Shannon Boutwell and James Powers, competed in the Alabama Music Teachers Association (AMTA) Piano Competition. Powers received honorable mention in the upper division and Boutwell secured first place in the lower division.
Samford Professor Receives Organic Syntheses Grant to Fund Chemistry Research Project
Dale Wilger, associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry, and his student research group have developed a compelling hypothesis that received grant funding for one undergraduate summer researcher to prove this hypothesis.
Brock School of Business Announces 2024 Faculty Awards
On Friday, April 12, Samford University’s Brock School of Business announced its faculty award recipients which recognizes faculty members for excellence in the areas of teaching, research and scholarship, and service to the school. The awardees are selected by their faculty colleagues.
Bulldogs Cage Jacksonville State For 2-1 Victory In Final Midweek
Jacksonville, Ala. – In the final midweek of the 2024 campaign, the Samford softball team came from behind to down the Jacksonville State Gamecocks by a score of 2-1 on Tuesday night at Jana McGinnis Field.
Samford Baseball Travels To North Alabama For Wednesday Contest
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team will travel to Florence, Ala., to take on the North Alabama Lions Wednesday at 4 p.m. The game can be seen live on ESPN+.
Trio Of Bulldogs Receive Mini-Camp Invitations
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Highlighted by All-American quarterback Michael Hiers, three members of the Samford football team received mini-camp invitations following the NFL draft, the program announced on Monday.
Kuehn Named To SoCon’s All-Freshman Team
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford freshman Taylor Kuehn was named to the Southern Conference's All-Freshman team when the league released its postseason men's golf awards Tuesday morning.
Samford Travels To Jacksonville State For Final Midweek Contest
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For the final midweek game of the 2024 season, the Samford softball team will head to Jacksonville State for a Tuesday night showdown with the Gamecocks at Jana McGinnis Field.
Softball Drops Weekend Finale To Western Carolina On Senior Day
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford softball team closed the home portion of the 2024 schedule on Sunday by dropping a 4-0 contest to the Western Carolina Catamounts at Samford Softball Stadium.