Stephen Chew to Speak on Critical Thinking in a Time of Rampant Misinformation
February 11, 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
DBH 131

Samford's Center for Science and Religion will host a lecture by Stephen Chew, one of Samford University’s most distinguished professors, on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m. in Brock Forum (DBH 131 auditorium).

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Pi Sigma Alpha Distinguished Speaker Series Featuring Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin
February 19, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Regions Room, Cooney Hall

Samford University will host Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin '07 on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. as part of the Pi Sigma Alpha Distinguished Speaker Series. The event will take place in the Regions Room, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

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AI Shepherds and Electric Sheep: Leading and Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
February 20, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Zoom

How should educators, leaders, and institutions respond faithfully and thoughtfully to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence?

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“Endowed by Their Creator” — Guest Lecture by Dr. Justin Dyer
February 23, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Reid Chapel

As part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the History Department and Core Texts welcome Dr. Justin Dyer, Dean of the School of Civic Leadership at the University of Texas at Austin.

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Academic Roundtable: “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness”
February 24, 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Reid Chapel

The History Department and Core Texts invite the campus community to an academic roundtable discussion reflecting on the meaning and legacy of the Declaration of Independence as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.

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2026 Robbins Lecture
February 26, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Multiple Locations

The Department of Biblical and Religious Studies invites the Samford community to the 2026 Robbins Lecture, featuring Dr. Pamela Ebstyne King, Professor of Applied Developmental Science in the School of Psychology and Executive Director of the Thrive Center for Human Development at Fuller Seminary.

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After: A Doctor Explores What Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond
March 20, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Zoom

What can near-death experiences teach us about consciousness, meaning, and what lies beyond this life?

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Communication and Media Honor Society Induction Ceremony
March 31, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Harry's Coffeehouse
Brain Day 2026
April 11, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Propst Hall (Various Rooms)

Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences will host Brain Day 2026 on Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Propst Hall, located at 815 Montague Drive.

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Communication and Media Awards Day Event
April 15, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Harry's Coffeehouse
Against the Machine: On the Unmaking of Humanity
April 24, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Zoom

In Against the Machine, Paul Kingsnorth offers a provocative critique of modern technological culture and its impact on human identity, community, and spiritual life.

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Communication and Media Graduation Celebration
May 1, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Harry's Coffeehouse
Arts and Sciences Spring Commencement
May 2, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Pete Hanna Center

Join Samford University as we celebrate our spring graduates.

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Samford Debate Camp
June 22 – June 26

The summer debate institute is an immersive experience for middle and high school students across Alabama to come to Samford University to participate in critiqued practice debates. Our championship-winning team mentors these students and helps develop them to debate at the public forum and Birmingham Area Debate League (BADL) level.

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