Backstage Pass: Commercial Music Student Gains Rare GRAMMY Access
As music’s biggest night unfolded in Los Angeles, California, Samford University junior Via Vicary found herself not just watching the 2026 GRAMMY Awards—but walking among the artists, songwriters and producers she has long admired.
Cumberland School of Law Hosts 32nd Annual Thurgood Marshall Symposium
The 2026 symposium continued its longstanding mission of honoring Justice Thurgood Marshall by fostering thoughtful, informed dialogue on civil rights, constitutional law and contemporary legal issues.
Samford Students Earn Multiple Awards at Southeast Journalism Conference
Samford University student media once again earned regional recognition at the Southeast Journalism Conference (SEJC), with students bringing home multiple honors from the conference’s annual “Best of the South” Awards this February.
Samford’s HEAL Institute Explores Trust, Ethics and Vaccination at Annual Conference
Samford University’s Office for Faith and Health hosted its annual Healthcare Ethics and Law (HEAL) Institute on Feb. 6.. This year’s theme, “Trust in Science and Government: What About Vaccinations?,” examined vaccine hesitancy, public trust and the ethical questions shaping public health decision-making. The conference was presented in partnership with Orlando Health’s Institute for Learning and the Baptist Health Foundation.
Newly Renovated Media Studio Elevates Hands-on Learning for Broadcast Journalism Students
Samford University’s broadcast journalism students are stepping into a professional-grade learning environment following the completion of a newly renovated media studio, a space designed to better prepare students for careers in news, media and digital storytelling.
Samford’s Center for Worship and the Arts Receives $250,000 Grant to Launch Congregational Songwriting Initiative
Samford University’s Center for Worship and the Arts has received a $250,000 grant from Belmont University’s Creative Arts Collective to support a new initiative inviting congregations into songwriting as a form of worship, discipleship and communal witness.
Samford Music Students Earn National Recognition at 2026 National Opera Association Competition
Samford University music students earned national recognition at the 2026 National Opera Association Robert Hansen Collegiate Opera Scenes Competition in Boston.
Step Sing 2026: Pi Kappa Phi Claims Sweepstakes Trophy
More than 92,000 viewers in 48 countries watched the 76th edition of Samford University's beloved Step Sing tradition.
A United Front: How Samford Parents and Athletics Work Together to Strengthen the Bulldog Community
Through intentional collaboration, the Samford Parent Association and Athletics are united in supporting student-athletes through encouragement, faith, leadership and community—strengthening the Samford experience in competition and beyond.
Alabama Public Health Leader Ekta Choudhary Shares Insights at Samford
Ekta Choudhary, PhD spoke at Samford about her CDC work experience, data driven public health and collaboration shaping modern community health efforts.
Beeson Divinity School Enters Partnership with Ukrainian Evangelical Theological Seminary
Beeson took a major step toward growing its international profile by signing a memorandum of understanding with the Ukrainian Evangelical Theological Seminary (UETS) on Jan. 28.
Samford’s Brock School of Business to Host Second Annual Women in Business Brunch Featuring Alumna Robyn Felton
In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, Samford University’s Brock School of Business will host its second annual Women in Business Brunch, Tuesday, March 3.
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Hosts Annual State of the School Address
McWhorter Pharmacy’s State of the School highlighted student success, reaccreditation, preceptor honors and a strong sense of community.
Theresa Davidson, Samford Sociology Professor, Honored with 2026 Outstanding Faculty Award
Theresa Davidson, professor of sociology at Samford University’s Howard College of Arts and Sciences, was awarded the 2026 Outstanding Faculty Award this week, the longest-standing honor bestowed by the college.
Planned Gift Honors Former Samford Professor, Expands Global Opportunities for Music Students
Samford University’s School of the Arts has received a generous planned gift from former faculty member and longtime friend of the university, Don Sanders, establishing the Donald C. Sanders Endowed Music Abroad Fund.
American Constitutional Law, Eighth Edition, Authored by Cumberland School of Law’s Brannon P. Denning, Released
The newest edition of Denning's American Constitutional Law: Powers and Liberties builds on the strong foundation established in prior versions while offering timely updates that reflect the evolving landscape of constitutional law.
Cumberland School of Law Hosts State and Global Judicial Leaders for 2026 Cordell Hull Speakers Forum
Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law welcomed an impressive delegation of judicial leaders for a discussion titled “Perspectives on the Rule of Law: A View from State and International Supreme Courts.”
Cumberland School of Law Professor Lane Woodke Coauthors New Edition of Experiencing Employment Discrimination Law
Lane Hines Woodke, assistant professor of law at Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, is a coauthor of the newly released second edition of Experiencing Employment Discrimination Law.
Samford Baseball Splits Season-Opening Doubleheader With Belmont
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team opened the 2026 season by splitting a doubleheader with Belmont Friday at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Samford Women’s Tennis Edges Jacksonville State 4-3 in Road Thriller
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - The Samford University women's tennis team earned a hard-fought 4-3 road victory over Jacksonville State University on Friday at the Jax State Tennis Courts, improving to 5-1 on the season in a tightly contested non-conference match up.
Samford Men's Tennis Falls at Georgia Tech Despite Doubles Success
ATLANTA, Ga.-The Samford men's tennis team built an early lead by clinching the doubles point Friday, but Georgia Tech swept five of six singles matches to earn a 5-1 victory in non-conference play at the Ken Byers Tennis Complex. The result moves the Bulldogs to 4-4 overall this spring.
Softball Splits Opening Day at Samford Tournament
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford softball team opened the Samford Tournament with a commanding 8-0 run-rule victory over Lindenwood before dropping a 5-0 decision to Belmont in the doubleheader Friday at SU Softball Stadium. The Bulldogs move to 3-5 on the season after splitting tournament action at home.
Bulldogs Hit the Road to Face First-Place ETSU
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's basketball team hits the road tomorrow to face off against first-place Southern Conference side ETSU. Both sides enter on four-game winning streaks as Samford sits at 14-12 and the Bucs sit at 19-7. Tip is scheduled for 11 a.m.Central time.
Bulldogs To Host Mercer In SoCon Rematch Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford women's basketball team will host the Mercer Bears on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, at the Pete Hanna Center.
