What the Nicene Creed Affirms--And Rejects
Beeson professor Stefana Dan Laing recently published an article titled, "What the Nicene Creed Affirms and Rejects" for The Living Church.
Samford Welcomes New Students at Move-In Day
Samford University welcomed new students in the class of 2029 during move-in days at the five first-year residence halls on central campus.
Core Texts Lectures to Enrich Student Learning at Samford this Fall
Samford Students will experience a new approach to Core Texts through a pair of campuswide lectures that align directly with assigned readings in the curriculum.
Scholars of Merit Announced for Summer 2025 Term
The following Cumberland School of Law students qualified as Scholars of Merit for the summer 2025 term.
Brock School of Business Welcomes Three New Faculty Members
Samford University's Brock School of Business will welcome three new full-time faculty members this fall whose expertise and passion for teaching will strengthen business programs and enhance the student experience.
Beeson Alumna Equipping Ministers to Serve Those Struggling with Mental Health, Trauma
Beeson alumna Ashley Chesnut is working to equip ministers to serve those who struggle with sexual sin, trauma and mental illness.
Cumberland School of Law Announces New Leadership for Nationally Recognized Advocacy Program
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law is marking a new chapter in the story of its nationally recognized advocacy program. This academic year, leadership of the program will transition from Visiting Director of Advocacy Sara Williams, JD ’06, to newly appointed interim co-directors Judge Jim Roberts, JD ’94, and Associate Professor Matt Woodham, JD ’15.
Leadership Samford's Newest Cohort Announced
Samford University has announced the new Leadership Samford cohort for the 2025-26 academic year.
University Grows Global Footprint with Costa Rica Study Center: Finca de Samford
Expanding Samford’s global footprint while creating an immersive work-and-serve opportunity, the university purchased a new international academic center in Costa Rica.
Cumberland School of Law Welcomes Largest First-Year Class in Over a Decade
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law proudly welcomed 171 first-year students this week, the largest incoming class in more than 10 years. Members of the class of 2028 represent 16 states, 57 undergraduate institutions and more than 53 academic majors.
Featheringill Commons Opens in Law Library, Honoring Beloved Professor’s Enduring Legacy
On Aug. 13, Samford University Cumberland School of Law held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open Featheringill Commons, a renovated space within the Lucille Stewart Beeson Law Library that honors longtime professor Carolyn Burgess Featheringill.
Samford Pharmacy Professor Kim Benner Elected Next President of American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Kim Benner, PharmD ’96, professor at Samford’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy, has been elected 2026 president of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, continuing the school’s tradition of national leadership.
Mann Institute: Building a Globally Renowned Center for Faith and Learning
“The integration of Christian faith with rigorous academic and professional education is the most important educational distinctive at Samford,” said university President Beck A. Taylor.
Nurse Anesthesia Graduate Publishes Book to Help Children Prepare for Surgery
Alana Smith, MSN'13, a graduate from Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, combined her nurse anesthesia training and experience as a mother to publish the children's book, "Magic Air."
Samford Alumnus Bill Stevens Named to Alabama Business Hall of Fame
Bill Stevens ’70, Birmingham businessman and former chairman of the Samford University Board of Trustees, has been selected for the Alabama Business Hall of Fame.
Samford PRSSA Chapter Earns 12th Consecutive Star Chapter Award
Samford University’s chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) has been named a 2025 Star Chapter by PRSSA National, marking the 12th consecutive year the chapter has received this prestigious recognition.
Creeds and Confessions
In March, Dean Douglas A. Sweeney invited founding dean Timothy George and professors Gerald Bray and Mark Gignilliat to his office for a discussion on the history, importance and role of creeds and confessions in the church. This story from this year's Beeson magazine summarizes that conversation.
Cumberland School of Law Alumnus Major General Bobby Christine Appointed Top Legal Officer for U.S. Army
Major General Bobby Christine, JD ’95, an alumnus of Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, has been confirmed as the 43rd Judge Advocate General—the top legal officer—for the United States Army. This role places him at the forefront of legal counsel for the Army, guiding leaders and supporting its mission to defend the nation.
Samford Soccer Falls To Alabama, 3-1
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team dropped a 3-1 decision to the Alabama Crimson Tide Sunday afternoon at Shauna Yelton Field.
Soccer Set To Host Alabama Sunday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team will play host to the Alabama Crimson Tide Sunday at 4 p.m. at Shauna Yelton Field.
Soccer Versus South Alabama Canceled
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team's home opener against South Alabama has been canceled due to inclement weather in the Birmingham area.
Meritt Named Preseason All-SoCon, Bulldogs Picked Second In Preseason Poll
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford junior outside hitter Kaleigh Meritt was named preseason All-SoCon and the Bulldogs were picked to finish second in the coaches' preseason poll released by the league Thursday afternoon.
Bulldogs Picked Second and Third in Preseason Cross Country Poll
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The Samford cross country team was picked to finish in second place on the women's side and third on the men's side in the Southern Conference as the league office released its preseason poll today. The voting was done by coaches in the conference.
Bulldogs To Host South Alabama In Home Opener Thursday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford soccer team will play its home opener for the 2025 season when the Bulldogs play host to South Alabama Thursday evening at 6 p.m. at Shauna Yelton Field.
