Service, Vocation and Healthcare Formation at Samford’s School of Health Professions
Faculty in SHP challenge students to live out their faith through the profession to which God has called them.
Public Health: Interprofessional Reflections on the Image of God
School of Public Health faculty reflect on how they prepare students to become servant leaders by demonstrating the love of God through nurturing the emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual health of individuals and communities. Published in the latest issue of Christian Scholar's Review.
Imago Dei: A Pharmacist Perspective
McWhorter School of Pharmacy faculty discuss how the idea that humans are created in the image of God informs pharmacists' call to serve in their profession—published in the latest issue of Christian Scholar's Review.
The Golden Thread of Caring: Living Out Hebrews 6:10
Faculty from Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing share how Hebrews 6:10 informs their mission of care in the latest issue of Christian Scholar's Review.
Samford Student Entrepreneurs Win $20K in Innovate Alabama Pitch Competition
For Ty Nelson and Troup Wallace, the idea behind HelpHand grew from something familiar to almost every college student: the need for flexible ways to earn money. The two Brock School of Business students also noticed that people around them are always looking for an extra set of hands.
An International Community
Beeson has always prepared students to serve in cross-cultural missions and taught them to have a global mindset in ministry. Now, Beeson is home to several international students, with plans to bring in more from around the world in the coming years.
Cumberland School of Law Graduates Continue Strong Tradition of Judicial Clerkships
From classroom to chambers, graduates of Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law continue to secure some of the nation’s most competitive judicial clerkships—earning positions in courts spanning Alabama, New York and the federal judiciary.
Cadets of Character: Samford Fosters Air Force Excellence through ROTC Detachment 012
Air Force ROTC Detachment 012 was founded at Samford in 1972 and continues to instill strong character and leadership in cadets on campus to this day.
Beeson Practicums Prepare Students through Experience, Service
At Beeson, students learn not only in the classroom but in the field through the school’s Supervised Ministry Practicum and Cross-Cultural Ministry Practicum. Beyond preparing them for a life of ministry, it allows them to serve others while earning their degree.
More Than a Classroom: Community Shaped Anna Garrett's Samford Journey
At Samford University, many students find a community that shapes them personally, spiritually and professionally. For Anna Garrett, those relationships ultimately influenced her decision to continue from her bachelor's degree into the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program at Samford.
How America’s Founding Helped Shape the Mission of Higher Education
Samford historian Jonathan Bass reflects on how America's founding ideals shaped how Sterling Sherman would outline the mission of Howard College when it was founded in 1841.
Brock School of Business Alumna Advances Career in Nation’s Capital
Julia Tripp ’26, a graduate of Samford University’s Brock School of Business, is already building on the foundation she developed during her time on campus. Following graduation, she now serves as a strategic marketing and communication engagement intern with the Executive Leadership Council in Washington, D.C.
A Lifelong Samford Connection Leads Song Bowers to Physical Therapy
From childhood memories to a doctorate, Song Bowers' lifelong connection to Samford shaped her path to physical therapy.
Christian Scholar's Review: Imago Dei and Christian Formation
in Healthcare Education
Bryan Gill introduces a CSR series in which Samford's College of Health Sciences serves as a beacon in healthcare education where faculty and students respond to the image of God with the vocation of restoration.
Discovering Purpose: Logan Guzik's Journey at McWhorter School of Pharmacy
From prepharmacy student to valedictorian, Logan Guzik maximized every opportunity at Samford's McWhorter School of Pharmacy. Earning both a PharmD and MBA, he discovered a passion for pediatric pharmacy and matched with a postgraduate year-one residency at Children's Hospital Colorado.
From Samford to Service: Mary Drinkard Begins Career in Health Care Advocacy
For Mary Drinkard, health care administration is about creating opportunities for people to receive the care they need. As she begins her career in health care advocacy, she credits Samford's faculty with equipping her to lead with compassion and purpose.
Samford’s School of Education Earns Top Marks from National Council on Teacher Quality
Once again recognized among the nation’s leaders in teacher preparation, Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education earned an A+ rating for its undergraduate programs and an A rating for its graduate programs by the National Council on Teacher Quality’s (NCTQ).
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Welcomes 45 Students to Bulldog Pharmacy Camp
Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy welcomed 45 students for the 14th annual Bulldog Pharmacy Camp, where high school juniors, seniors and rising college freshmen explored pharmacy through hands-on labs, simulations, site visits and mentorship from faculty and students.
Samford Soccer Releases 2026 Schedule
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Home games against Auburn and UAB, road games at Alabama and Notre Dame and the always tough Southern Conference slate highlight the Samford soccer team's 2026 schedule, released by head coach Todd Yelton Tuesday afternoon.
Nicastro Wins 94th Women’s State Amateur Championship
OXFORD, Ala. – Samford rising senior Gabi Nicastro won the 94th Alabama Women's State Amateur Championship, played at Cider Ridge Golf Club, Tuesday through Thursday.
Samford Places 116 On Academic All-SoCon Teams
SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- Samford placed a total of 116 student-athletes on the combined fall and spring Academic All-SoCon teams released by the league Wednesday afternoon.
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.
