No Trades, Just Cash: How Football Buys and Sells Players
Continuing the 10-part series on the business of global football by how soccer buys and sells players
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.
Answering the Call A Veteran and First Responder Who Chose Law as His Next Mission
For Brady Heard, JD ’26, the path to law school was not a departure from community service roles but a continuation of them. Coming to Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law as a student, Heard brought with him a background shaped by military service and years as a firefighter and EMT—roles defined by urgency, accountability and a commitment to others.
Through the Lens Meg Robinson Captures-Stories-Community and Opportunity at Samford
When Meg Robinson ’26 arrived at Samford University as a freshman, she never imagined the places her camera would take her. Over the course of four years, Robinson transformed a passion for photography into a portfolio filled with Division I athletics, conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances. Along the way, she found something even more meaningful: a community that shaped her faith, friendships and future.
A Lifelong Samford Connection Leads Song Bowers to Physical Therapy
Long before becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy student, Song Bowers ’22, DPT ’26, was building memories on Samford University’s campus.
A Calling Beyond the Keys Cooper leaves Samford a Leader Forged in Community
The band is quiet just moments before the music begins. On stage, keyboardist Briggs Cooper ’26 glances around at the musicians he trusts most—friends, collaborators, teammates—and says a few final words before the lights come up. He has repeated this ritual countless times during his years at Samford University, and it’s one he knows will continue long after graduation.
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. A Memphis, Tennessee, native, Tripp majored in marketing and made close connections on campus through leadership roles and student involvement. Following graduation, she now serves as a strategic marketing and communication engagement intern with the Executive Leadership Council in Washington, D.C.
Shaped by Care How Colten Whites Cancer Experience Led Him to Pursue Nursing
In 2020, at the age of 15, Colten White ’26 was diagnosed with stage IV diffuse large B cell lymphoma. What many might view as a season focused only on survival became a time that reshaped his perspective and deepened his sense of purpose. In May, White graduated from Samford University’s Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing.
How Reese Wrather Integrated Passion and Purpose During Her Time at Samford
Reese Wrather ’26 arrived at Samford University with a clear sense of what she was looking for: a place where she could pursue both her calling to teach and her passion for dance. What she found was something more. “When we drove onto campus, I immediately felt an immense amount of peace come over me,” she said. “I was like, ‘This feels right.’”
Discovering Purpose Logan Guziks Journey at McWhorter School of Pharmacy
When Logan Guzik ’24, PharmD, MBA ’26, arrived at Samford University as a prepharmacy student, he wanted to become a pharmacist but didn't yet know where that path would lead. Six years later, he graduated from McWhorter School of Pharmacy as valedictorian of the Class of 2026, earning a Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration through McWhorter's joint degree program with Samford’s Brock School of Business, before matching with a postgraduate year-one residency at Children's Hospital Colorado in Colorado Springs.
The Power of a Friend A Conversation with Ian Davison and JT Reeves
From their undergraduate days at Wheaton College to graduating from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School together in May, Ian Davison, MDiv ’26, and JT Reeves, MDiv ’26, have experienced many of life’s journeys together over the past several years.
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).
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.
