82-Year-Old Leans on God, Curtis Mayfield to Complete Master's Degree
The three-time great-grandmother and self-labeled go-getter received her Master of Studies in Law from Samford.
Samford Living: A Conversation with the Ross Family
Samford Parents, Eric and Ruthann Ross, are sharing their tips for dorm decorating this fall that inspired their own approach to their daughter, Julianne’s, room when she came to Samford to study psychology. Together, the Nashville-based couple run a successful interior design firm with Eric just publishing his second book, Embracing Southern Homes.
Samford's Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education Celebrate 2025 Graduates
On Friday, May 2, in the Pete Hanna Center, Samford University’s Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education recognized over 330 graduates who either earned a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree during their spring commencement ceremony.
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.
Judge Karon O. Bowdre, Chair of Samford Board of Trustees, Addresses Cumberland School of Law Graduates, Emphasizes a Lawyer’s Call to Justice
Karon O. Bowdre ’77, JD ’80, retired U.S. district judge and chair of Samford University’s Board of Trustees, addressed the 2025 Cumberland School of Law graduates during the May 3 commencement ceremony. Cumberland’s class of 2025 includes 142 Juris Doctor recipients, 13 Master of Laws graduates and six Master of Studies in Law recipients.
Samford Celebrates Spring 2025 Commencement
Samford University held six commencement ceremonies on May 2-3, where more than 1,400 students walked the stage and received their degrees.
Samford’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences Celebrate Spring 2025 Graduates
On Saturday, May 3, Samford University’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences celebrated its spring graduates with a joint commencement ceremony at 9 a.m. in the Pete Hanna Center.
Phil Ryken reminds graduates of the “urgency of our Gospel task” as Beeson celebrates spring commencement
Twenty-two graduates received their degrees from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School on May 2 during the spring service of commencement and consecration.
Samford Senior Walk Brings Full-Circle Moment for Class of 2025: ‘You Are Ready’
The Class of 2025 began commencement weekend with one of Samford University's most beloved traditions, the senior walk and baccalaureate service.
Study and Service: Beeson grad shares story of working and studying at Beeson
Caleb Craft, who graduates May 2, has also served Beeson as an adviser and mentor to students. Read how the Lord has used him as both a student and staff member.
Cumberland School of Law Announces 2024-25 Faculty Awards for Excellence in Scholarship and Teaching
Each year, Samford University Cumberland School of Law announces faculty award recipients. On Thursday, May 1, the Lightfoot, Franklin & White Faculty Scholarship Award and the Harvey S. Jackson Excellence in Teaching Award were distributed to well-deserving law faculty.
Samford Pharmacy Students Earn Top Honors at 2025 Student Research Colloquia
McWhorter School of Pharmacy students earned top recognition at Samford University’s fourth annual Student Research Colloquia. Held in the Davis Library, the event featured more than 160 students presenting research across disciplines.
School of Public Health Well Represented at Samford’s 2025 Student Research Colloquia
Held April 25 in Davis Library, the fourth annual Student Research Colloquia featured more than 160 poster presentations across disciplines. Students from the School of Public Health shared original research, connected with peers and engaged with the campus community. Hosted by the Research Advisory Collaborative and the Office of Research, the event offered valuable experience in presenting scholarly work and communicating findings to a broader audience.
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.
Former Birmingham-Southern Students Completing Degrees at Samford
Some 63 students displaced by the closure of Birmingham-Southern College last year are graduating this spring from Samford University, which made special accommodations for granting course credits and financial assistance to crosstown transfers.
Learning to Trust: Beeson graduate testifies to God’s faithfulness
Ashton Holt, who graduates May 2, testifies to the Lord's goodness and faithfulness during her time at Beeson.
Samford Senior, Sydney Hernandez, Begins Sports Industry Career with Atlanta Braves
Sydney Hernandez, a senior economics major at Samford University Brock School of Business, is set to graduate in May and has already taken a giant step toward launching a business career in the sports industry. During her final semester, Hernandez has been working remotely with the Atlanta Braves as an amateur scouting associate, and after graduation, she will move to Atlanta to continue in the role full-time.
Brock Scholar Raegan Jenkins Wins Undergraduate Award at Samford Student Research Colloquia
Samford University’s Brock School of Business was well represented at the fourth annual Student Research Colloquia on Friday, April 25. Senior Brock Scholar Raegan Jenkins, a senior accounting, nonprofit management and social entrepreneurship student, was one of the winners in the undergraduate research category.
Samford Baseball To Host No. 19 Troy Wednesday Evening
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team will play host to the 19th-ranked Troy Trojans Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. at Joe Lee Griffin Field. The game can be seen live on ESPN+.
Samford Athletics Continues Impressive APR Scores
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Samford University's athletics teams posted an impressive 987 in the latest Academic Progress Rate (APR) report, released by the NCAA Tuesday afternoon.
Bulldogs Land Six on SoCon Softball Teams
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - The Samford softball team earned Southern Conference honors today as the league announced their all-conference teams this afternoon. The Bulldogs had six individuals named to the teams as Olivia Shaw was named First-Team All SoCon while Sarah Squillace, Grier Bruce, and McKayla Cothran earned Second Team honors. Joi Hubbard and Ella Nelson were named to the league's Freshman Team.
Nicastro Set For NCAA Lexington Regional, Monday Through Wednesday
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Gabi Nicastro, a sophomore on the Samford women's golf team, is set to compete at the NCAA Lexington Regional, held at Keene Trace Golf Club, Monday through Wednesday.
Bulldogs Earn Senior Day Win Over Miami Of Ohio, 8-1
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team picked up an 8-1 win over Miami of Ohio on Senior Day for the Bulldogs Sunday afternoon at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Late Runs Costly In Loss To Miami Of Ohio
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team gave up six late runs, five in the eighth inning, to fall to Miami of Ohio, 7-1, Saturday evening at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
