Samford Students Present Interdisciplinary Research at Southern Conference Undergraduate Forum
Samford University students from Howard College of Arts and Sciences, Brock School of Business and the School of Health Professions represented the university with excellence at the 2025 Southern Conference (SoCon) Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF), held Oct. 25–26 at Wofford College in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Alan Jung’s Tenure as Dean of Samford’s School of Health Professions
After 10 years of dedicated leadership, Alan Jung has concluded his service as dean of Samford University’s School of Health Professions. His last day as dean was Oct. 10, and following a sabbatical, he will return to the classroom as a professor in the Department of Kinesiology.
Samford Health Sciences Students Gain Real-World Insight Through Dementia-Sensitive Care Program
Samford’s College of Health Sciences students joined the Dementia Awareness for Sensitive Healthcare (DASH) event, gaining hands-on experience and empathy to provide person-centered care for adults living with dementia.
Samford University School of Health Professions Adds a New Master’s Degree in Performance and Applied Sport Science
School of Health Professions Department of Kinesiology Master of Science in Performance and Applied Sport Science (MSPASS) is a 35-credit hour graduate degree that will prepare students for careers in sport science, focusing on using scientific data and decision-making to enhance athletic performance, optimize recovery and reduce injury risk. The program is now accepting applicants for its inaugural cohort to start in the fall 2026 term.
Samford’s Communication Sciences Department Advances Mission with New Listening and Spoken Language Initiative
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in Samford University’s School of Health Professions is launching the Listening and Spoken Language Focused Study Initiative, or LSL-FSI, made possible by a generous gift from the Hill family.
President Taylor touts 'courage' at Samford's 184th opening convocation
Samford University's fifth-year president encouraged students and faculty to face the year with courage, trust in God’s support and filter external voices that peddle fear.
Bright Ideas TBI Camp Blends Learning, Care and Connection
Since 2018, Samford College of Health Sciences students have brought lessons to life through Bright Ideas TBI Camp, providing tailored care to TBI survivors and caregivers.
Faith, Family and Physical Therapy: Reed McGuire’s Path to Patient Care
Reed McGuire, a physical therapy graduate student and U.S. Air Force veteran, shares how he balances family, faith, and education.
Faith, Service and Excellence: Samford Health Sciences Graduates Honored at Spring Commencement
Samford University’s College of Health Sciences celebrated commencement May 1-3, awarding 527 degrees across its four schools. Megan Mileski, PhD, spoke at both ceremonies, reminding graduates their careers are callings rooted in faith and compassion. Honors included the Pittman Spirit Award and President’s Cup.
School of Health Professions Students Present Research at 2025 Samford Colloquia
School of Health Professions student groups presented at Samford’s Student Research Colloquia on topics ranging from menthol and exercise to swallowing anxiety. Three earned top honors.
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 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.
Samford's Outstanding Student Leaders Honored with Service Awards
Samford University honored seven students as recipients of the 2025 leadership and service awards.
Interprofessional Practice in Action at Samford University’s Case Competition
Students from the College of Health Sciences and Divinity School competed in the Interprofessional Practice Case Competition to create a care plan for a simulated patient.
Samford Streamlines Path for Community College Transfers Through Expanded Partnerships
Current agreements include Jefferson State, Gadsden State, Wallace State and Lawson State community colleges.
Lindy Cleveland’s Story of Empowerment Through Unless U Inspires Samford Students
Lindy Cleveland, founder and director of Unless U, told a convocation gathering last semester how God led her to create a transformative program for adults with special needs. Her message resonated with students, faculty and staff alike, reminding everyone of the importance of caring for the overlooked and marginalized.
Samford Adds Wallace State to Transfer Partnership
Samford University adds Wallace State as the third local community college opening pathways for transfer students.
Alan Jung, Dean of Samford’s School of Health Professions, Named to 2024 Who's Who in Health Care by BBJ
Alan Jung, dean of Samford University’s School of Health Professions, has been named to the 2024 list of Who's Who in Health Care list by the Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ). The annual list recognizes top health care executives in Alabama who continue to help make the community a global leader in health care.
