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Esteemed Yale Theologian Provides Annual Reformation Heritage Lectures at Beeson Divinity School
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School welcomed Volker Leppin, Horace Tracy Pitkin Professor of Historical Theology at Yale University, who led this year’s Reformation Heritage Lectures, Oct. 27-29.
 
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Cumberland School of Law Students Advance to Final Round at ABA Negotiation Competition
Two student teams from Cumberland School of Law recently competed in the American Bar Association Law Student Division Negotiation Competition Regional Tournament, with one of the two teams advancing to the final round as the tournament's No. 1 seed.
 
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Brock School of Business Professor Introduces New Leadership Framework in The Leader You Are Waiting For
Brock School of Business professor Kate McCombs shares insights from her new book on self-leadership, managing pressure and becoming a more effective leader.
 
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Samford Sociology Students and Faculty Showcase Research at Regional Conference
Students and faculty from Samford University's Department of Geography and Sociology showcased their research at the annual Mid-South Sociological Association conference, held Oct. 14-17 in Huntsville, Alabama.
 
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Samford Sports Industry Students Launch NIL Marketing Group for Women’s Basketball
Students in the Sports Industry Program are helping Samford women’s basketball players build their personal brands and connect with businesses through NIL opportunities.
 
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School of Public Health Announces Faculty Leadership Transitions and Promotions
Samford University’s School of Public Health is evolving its leadership structure and recognizing faculty achievements as it positions itself for continued growth. Several faculty members have assumed new leadership responsibilities, while others have received promotions for the 2026-27 academic year. These appointments align faculty expertise with key academic programs as the school continues to advance opportunities for students and strengthen its impact across programs.
 
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Veteran Journalist Carol Robinson Highlights Importance of Ethical Reporting at Samford's Robinson Forum
Samford University's Howard College of Arts and Sciences welcomed veteran journalist Carol Robinson, senior reporter for AL.com, as the featured speaker for the annual Timothy Sumner Robinson Forum on Oct. 20.
 
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A Commitment to Service: A Conversation with Cumberland School of Law’s Student Public Interest Liaisons
Third-year law students Harper Cook and Daniel Washington are serving as this year's Public Interest liaisons, helping connect classmates with service opportunities while promoting a culture of public interest and pro bono engagement.
 
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Lessons From Wonderland: Theatre Students Bring Emotional Depth to Alice by Heart
Student performers find meaning in a story of resilience and love.
 
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Shaping the Future of Development: Symposium Explores Opportunities and Challenges in Real Estate and Sustainable Development
Cumberland School of Law's Land Use and Natural Resources (LUNR) Law Center and Continuing Legal Education department partnered with Brock School of Business' Real Estate program to bring together experts from law, conservation, development and industry to discuss how economic growth and sustainability can work hand in hand.
 
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McWhorter School of Pharmacy to Welcome Alumni Home for Centennial Celebration
McWhorter School of Pharmacy will celebrate 100 years of pharmacy education Jan. 22-24, 2027, with a centennial weekend featuring campus tours, continuing education, worship and a gala honoring the school's legacy and future.
 
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Red Sea Reenergizes Samford Student Engagement
Bolstered by campus visibility and social media, the Bulldogs' student section is growing.
 
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Homecoming Weekend 2026: Reunions, Tailgates and Athletics Doubleheader
Preparations are ongoing to welcome alumni from across the country back to campus Nov. 13-14.
 
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White Coat Ceremony Marks Milestone for Samford Nursing Students
More than 90 Samford nursing students marked a milestone in their education during Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing White Coat Ceremony.
 
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Samford Special Collection Named Outstanding Archive in Alabama, Wins Inaugural Award
Samford University Library’s Special Collection and University Archives recently received the inaugural Outstanding Archives Award from the Society of Alabama Archivists.
 
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Samford Online Gives Student Flexibility to Build Growing Videography Career
For Samford University online student JD Roland, college and career have rarely followed separate paths. One week might involve completing coursework. The next could take him behind a camera at a professional sporting event, across the country for a client or overseas to capture content for an emerging brand.
 
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Cumberland School of Law's Civil Rights Center Connects Students with Justice Leaders at Alabama Strategy Summit
Cumberland School of Law faculty and students recently attended the Alabama Strategy Summit, Reclaiming Lives & Restoring Hope by Making Room in Montgomery, Alabama. The summit’s focus on collaboration and community engagement resonates with the vision guiding Cumberland’s new civil rights center and its broader commitment to civil rights and the pursuit of justice.
 
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Samford Alumna Draws on Faith, Wellness and Life Experiences in New Book
For Samford University alumna Heather Brown ’08, a career devoted to wellness and digital media created an opportunity to help women build healthier, more intentional lives.
 
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Bulldogs To Host Wofford Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford football team will return home to play host to the Wofford Terriers on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 6 p.m. at Pete Hanna Stadium. The game will be broadcast live on NexStar and ESPN+.
 
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Bulldogs Take Down Chattanooga in Four Sets
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A short-handed Samford volleyball earned a tough 3-1 victory (26-24, 13-25, 25-23, 25-21) over Chattanooga inside of the Pete Hanna Center on Friday evening.
 
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SoCon Cross-Country Championships Set For Saturday
MILL SPRING, NC – The 2026 Tryon International Southern Conference Cross Country Championships, presented by Ingles, will be hosted on October 31 at the Tryon International Equestrian Center.
 
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Bulldogs Close Preseason with Tight Battle at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. – The Samford men's basketball team closed the preseason on Thursday evening, falling to Auburn 80-68 inside of Neville Arena.
 
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Bulldogs Take Down UNCG, 3-0
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team scored early and pulled away late for a commanding 3-0 win over UNC Greensboro Thursday evening at Shauna Yelton Field.
 
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The John Grass Show: Oct. 29, 2026
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Check out episode five of the John Grass Show, hosted by Molly Robinson. Hear Coach Grass recap last week's road win at Furman and preview this week's home game against Wofford.