Understanding Justice Through a Global Lens: Cumberland School of Law Student Sarah White Clerks for Malawi’s Highest Court
While clerking for the Supreme Court of Malawi and serving on a prison-based legal initiative, Samford University Cumberland School of Law student Sarah White discovered how legal systems, despite cultural and geographic differences, share a common purpose: protecting human dignity.
Alumnus Trent Testa Joins Cumberland School of Law Advocacy Faculty After Building Record of Trial Success
Trent Testa, JD '21, has joined the faculty of Samford University's Cumberland School of Law as assistant professor of advocacy and assistant director of advocacy programs, bringing accomplished trial experience and a proven record of advocacy coaching success back to his alma mater.
Caroline Anderton Continues a Calling to Care Through RN to BSN Program
Nursing is a calling, and Samford University's Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing takes it to heart. For Caroline Anderton, that calling continues through Samford's online Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program while working full-time as a pediatric nurse.
Samford University Hosts Annual Conference for Consortium of Global Education
Samford University hosted the Consortium for Global Education's (CGE) annual meeting Sept. 16-18, bringing together members from around the world for a time of inspiration and encouragement in their Christian mission.
Constitution Day Discussion Showcases Cumberland School of Law's Depth of Constitutional Scholarship
From Supreme Court jurisprudence and constitutional history to human rights and children's advocacy, three distinguished scholars offered students a deeper understanding of the constitutional questions shaping American law.
Beeson Divinity School Professor Gerald Bray Receives Major Award from Archbishop of Canterbury
Gerald Bray, research professor at Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, recently received the Lanfranc Award for Education and Scholarship, awarded by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the senior bishop of the Church of England.
Samford University Elects 2 New Members to Board of Trustees
Chuck Redden and Ruthann Ross were elected during the university’s Board of Trustees meeting in September.
Samford Business Faculty Integrate Faith, Leadership and Vocation through Teaching, Scholarship and Service
Faith and learning are woven throughout the Samford student experience. Across disciplines, Brock School of Business faculty are helping students explore a foundational question: How should Christian faith influence the way we lead, serve and make decisions in business?
Samford’s School of Education Celebrates Teacher Education Candidates in 10th Annual Lamp of Learning Ceremony
Thirty-nine teacher education candidates took the next step in their preparation to become educators during the 10th annual Lamp of Learning ceremony hosted by Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education.
Samford, UAB Combine for Monthlong Competition to Drive Food Donations
Two Schools. One City. Fighting Food Insecurity Together. Samford and UAB team up during September.
Finding Friendship in the Wild Wood: Theatre for Youth Students Discover the Heart Behind a Beloved Classic
Meet the students bringing humor, heart and adventure to the Wild Wood.
Cumberland School of Law Trial Team Reaches National Semifinals at First Chair Competition
The team of second-year law students, Caleb New and Claire Roberts, finished as national semifinalists in their first national trial competition and tied for the Professionalism Award.
Recovering the “Gift” of Grief: Beeson Divinity School Alumnus Publishes Book to Help Believers Grieve Well
Beeson alumnus Randy Hemphill has spent years helping people grieve well. Now, he's turned that ministry into a helpful book for church leaders and others.
Music Education Student Finds Her Rhythm at Samford
Service dog Goose helps freshman Mackenzie Robertson build confidence and connection in the Marching Bulldogs band.
Samford Debate Duo Wins Novice Division to Open Debate Competition Season
Samford University debaters Maggi Kimbrell, a junior political science major, and Elise Eichholtz, a junior philosophy major, opened the 2026-27 debate season with an undefeated run, winning the novice division at the George Mason University season opener.
Jonathan Rodgers Begins New Chapter as University Carillonneur
The new appointment positions music professor Jonathan Rodgers to carry one of Samford's most enduring traditions into the future.
Beeson Divinity School Honors Our Risen Lord Donors
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School recently welcomed the donors who funded the Our Risen Lord full-tuition scholarships to campus, allowing them to meet with scholarship recipients and hear how their faithful giving has impacted current and future ministers of the Gospel.
Samford Pharmacy Student Dezirae Cunningham Promotes Vaccine Confidence Through Schweitzer Fellowship
Second-year pharmacy student Dezirae Cunningham is turning her passion for serving others into action as a 2026-27 Albert Schweitzer Fellow, leading a community-based project to increase vaccine awareness and confidence among young adults.
Bulldogs Finish 9th at Bayou City Classic
HOUSTON, Texas - The Samford men's golf team finished play at the Bayou City Classic this afternoon. The two-day, three-round event hosted by Rice saw the Bulldogs finish in ninth place in the 13 team field.
Grass Press Conference: VMI Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Samford head football coach John Grass met with the media Tuesday morning to preview this week's home Southern Conference game against VMI.
McBride Named SoCon Offensive Player Of The Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford sophomore midfielder Annie McBride was named the Southern Conference Offensive Player of the Week when the league released its weekly women's soccer awards Tuesday afternoon.
Samford Men's Tennis Hosts First Samford Fall Invite
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford men's tennis team opened the fall campaign with the first Samford Fall Invite this past weekend.
Alison Ohlinger Named SoCon Setter of the Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Samford redshirt freshman setter Allison Ohlinger was named the Southern Conference Setter of the Week when the league released its weekly volleyball awards Monday afternoon.
Bulldogs Earn 3-1 Victory in the Battle of Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford volleyball team earned its third win of the 2026 season, taking down UAB 3-1 (18-25, 25-19, 25-20, 25-23) on Sunday evening at the Pete Hanna Center.
