Samford University Celebrates Sustainability with First LEED-Certified Buildings
The $85 million expansion of Seibert Hall earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification in May, followed by Gaston Hall and Mann Hall.
Neighbors with a Shared Purpose: Samford and Homewood City Schools Invest in Future Leaders
For decades, Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education and Homewood City Schools have partnered to strengthen education in the community they call home.
Samford Physician Assistant Students Serve in Honduras Through Medical Mission Trip
Five physician assistant studies students in Samford University’s School of Health Professions spent part of their spring semester in a remote village in Honduras, delivering medical care, providing dental education and supporting ministry efforts in rural areas with limited access to health care.
Design Meets Devotion for Reimagined Church Garden
Architecture & Interior Design students collaborate with Beulah Baptist Church to transform a beloved prayer garden into a place of beauty, reflection and community life.
Samford Pharmacy Professor Appointed President of American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Kim Benner, PharmD ’96, professor of pharmacy practice at Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy, was inaugurated as president of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. The milestone recognizes her decades of leadership, service and commitment to advancing the pharmacy profession.
Doctor of Nursing Practice Project Targets Medication Use in Dementia Care
After years of working in behavioral health and long-term care and seeing these challenges firsthand, Randall Bartnick, Doctor of Nursing Practice ’26, saw an opportunity to address the issue through his final DNP project.
Samford Alumna Grace Hemmer Receives First-Year Secondary Teacher of the Year Award
When Samford University alumna Grace Hemmer '24 stepped into her seventh-grade social studies classroom at Chelsea Middle School for the first time last August, she brought a philosophy that has guided her through her first year of teaching: know your students and build relationships first.
Building a Future in Tax Law: Jamal Benson’s Journey Beyond Cumberland
A 2025 graduate of Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, Jamal Benson has now completed a Tax Law LLM at Georgetown Law, one of the nation’s premier programs in the field. His journey reflects the depth of a Cumberland education and the breadth of possibilities available to its graduates.
World Cup Another Tipping Point for U.S. Soccer: Q&A with Darin White
Darin White, founder of Samford University’s Sports Industry Program, is a former collegiate player and coach who offers perspective on the Americans' attempts to finally become a soccer power:
Cumberland School of Law Ranks 51st in the Nation for First-Time Bar Passage
Samford University Cumberland School of Law placed 51st in the nation for first-time bar passage rates based on 2025 data from the American Bar Association.
Howard College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Establish Endowed Fund to Support University Fellows
Two alumni of Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences, Danielle ’11 and Stephen Bailey ’11, have established the James C. Brown Excellence Fund for University Fellows.
Letters to the Adviser
Since 1990, undergraduate students at Samford University’s Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing have found that support in Jan Paine, director of student services. As Paine begins her 36th year, students past and present are flipping the script and sharing notes of gratitude with the person who has helped so many of them reach graduation.
Music Group CAIN to Take Wright Center Stage, Oct. 29
The contemporary Christian music trio CAIN will come to the Wright Center at Samford University on Oct. 29 as part of their Live and In Worship Tour.
Our Risen Lord Scholarship Donor Agrees to Fund Scholarships in Perpetuity and Increase Giving
As a result of a long-term commitment and additional giving by the anonymous donor behind the Our Risen Lord full-tuition scholarships, Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School plans to award more scholarships in the years ahead.
Director of Bands Named National Finalist for The American Prize
Patrick Young, director of bands and assistant professor of tuba & euphonium, named American Prize national finalist in instrumental performance.
Alumni Association to Relaunch Class Agents Program
The Alumni Association and the Office of Donor Engagement are partnering to relaunch the Class Agents program—designed for alumni to represent their class and work with classmates to ensure they stay connected with the university.
Art Carden Expands National Influence Through Research and Media Engagement
Art Carden, Margaret Gage Bush Distinguished Professor of Economics at Samford University’s Brock School of Business, continues to grow his national and international presence through research, writing and media engagement.
Samford University Appoints Todd C. Ream to Lead Mann Institute for Christian Faith & Learning
Ream is an accomplished author, professor and administrator with 30 years of experience in higher education.
Samford’s Harris Named ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove Finalist
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Samford junior first baseman Jackson Harris has been named one of just three finalists at his position for the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA)/Rawlings Division I Gold Glove Award, the association announced Monday afternoon.
Franklin Finishes Fifth In The Nation In The 110-Meter Hurdles
EUGENE, Ore. – Samford sophomore Bradley Franklin finished fifth in the nation in the men's 110-meter hurdles at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships Friday evening at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon.
Samford’s Franklin Advances To Men’s 110-Meter Hurdles Finals
EUGENE, Ore. – Samford sophomore Bradley Franklin advanced to the national finals in the men's 110-meter hurdles Wednesday evening at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Oregon.
Kickoff Time Set For Samford Football At Auburn
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –The kickoff time for the Samford football team's game at Auburn on Nov. 21 was announced by the Southeastern Conference Wednesday evening.
Franklin Set To Compete At NCAA Championships
EUGENE, Ore. – Samford sophomore Bradley Franklin will compete in the men's 110-meter hurdles at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships this week at the University of Oregon.
Samford Men's Tennis Ranks No. 72 in Final ITA Rankings
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford men's tennis are ranked No. 72 nationally in the final ITA rankings released this month.
