Samford Health Informatics and Analytics Student Explores the Effects of Game Start Time on Basketball Performance
Does the timing of a game significantly impact athletic performance? Grace Colyar, who recently graduated Samford University’s School of Public Health with a Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics and a concentration in sports injury prevention analytics, researched "Effects of Game Start Time on Basketball Metrics" to find out.
Reflections on Another Successful Year of Excellence in Advocacy Training
Cumberland School of Law consistently excels in regional and national legal skills competitions, maintaining a remarkable performance record. Renowned as one of the nation's most accomplished law schools for trial advocacy, Cumberland School of Law students also regularly excel in other areas of advocacy
Beeson holds preaching conference to honor Robert Smith Jr.
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School held a preaching conference April 29-30, bringing in guest speakers and panelists while paying tribute to the preaching and teaching ministries of Beeson professor Robert Smith Jr., who retired at the end of this academic year after 27 years of service to the school.
Samford Through and Through: Bass Family Continues Legacy at Samford
After spending much of their childhood on Samford's campus where their father Jonathan teaches history, the three Bass children have forged their own paths as Samford students.
Samford Nursing Faculty Member Advocates for Diabetes Medication Affordability in Congress
Annette Hess, a professor at Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, was invited by the American Diabetes Association® to advocate for critical issues surrounding diabetes research and medication affordability at a Call to Congress in Washington, DC.
Beeson a “place of flourishing and ministry” to new graduate’s family
As he walked around the Samford University quad a few days before graduating from Beeson Divinity School on April 26, memories flooded Josh Hedrick’s mind.
Data, Degree, Draft: Smith Culminates Samford Experience with NFL Analytics Research and His Own Run in 2024 NFL Draft
At Samford University, each student has a unique story to tell about their experience, and this is certainly true for recent graduate Chandler Smith. A student-athlete and now two-time Brock School of Business graduate, Smith culminated his Samford experience with his capstone NFL data analytics project, a walk across the commencement stage, and his own run in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Finding Her Voice: Beeson graduate tells her story of God’s faithfulness
A graduate of both Samford University and the university's Beeson Divinity School, Morgan Champion has learned to live with cerebral palsy and to advocate for others with disabilities inside the church.
Samford Celebrates Spring 2024 Commencement Weekend
This commencement season was a special one for the class of 2024. The graduates, who did not get to experience normal high school graduation ceremonies, started at Samford during the Covid-19 pandemic and their 2020 freshman walk was cancelled due to related restrictions.
CHS Recognizes 587 Graduates During Spring Commencement Ceremonies
Samford University's College of Health Sciences (CHS) held its spring pinning, hooding and commencement ceremonies from April 25-27.
Samford’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences Celebrate Spring 2024 Graduates
On Saturday, April 27, Samford University’s School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences celebrated its spring graduates with a joint commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. in the Pete Hanna Center.
Alumnus and Former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Shares Career Lessons with Cumberland School of Law Class of 2024
Evan Jenkins, a 1987 graduate of Samford University Cumberland School of Law, addressed the class of 2024 during their commencement ceremony held April 27. The class includes 153 new Juris Doctors, 13 of which earned a joint degree. Three graduates earned the Master of Studies in Law.
Beeson celebrates spring commencement with 22 graduates
Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School celebrated spring commencement on April 26, awarding degrees to 22 students and praying over them as they continue to follow God’s call on their lives.
Shipt and Landing Founder Inspires Business and Education Graduates During Spring Commencement
On Friday, April 26, Samford University awarded 299 degrees to graduates of Brock School of Business and Orlean Beeson School of Education. Bill Smith, founder of Shipt and Landing, was presented with an honorary Doctor of Commerce degree before delivering his commencement address.
Samford Pharmacy Students Earn Top Honors at Student Research Colloquia
On Friday, April 19, Samford University hosted its 3rd annual Student Research Colloquia in the Davis Library. McWhorter School of Pharmacy was well represented with two students, Justin Williams and Zachary Hagedorn, receiving top honors in the graduate and undergraduate categories.
A Preaching Life: Robert Smith Jr. reflects on life and ministry upon retirement
As he prepares to sail the "uncharted waters" of retirement, renowned Beeson professor and preacher Robert Smith Jr. reflects on his life and ministry.
Samford Public Health Student Garners Top Graduate Honors at Student Research Colloquia
Samford University hosted its 3rd annual Student Research Colloquia on April 19. Caroline Bennett, Master of Social Work candidate in the School of Public Health, presented her project, "Overcoming Vicarious Trauma: Resources Utilized by Law Enforcement Officers," receiving top honors for her research inspired by her own life experience.
Brock School of Business Student Research Facilitates Cross-disciplinary Conversations
Samford University’s Brock School of Business was well represented at the third annual Student Research Colloquia on April 19. The Research Advisory Collaborative, in partnership with the Office of Research, is a public forum where both undergraduate and graduate Samford students present their scholarship and research.
Samford Dominates For Fourth-Straight SoCon Outdoor Sweep
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford men's and women's track and field teams swept the Southern Conference Outdoor Championships for the fourth-straight season at Shauna Yelton Field at The Samford Track and Soccer Stadium on Tuesday.
Bulldog Softball Travels To Greensboro For SoCon Tournament
BIRMINGHAM, ALA. – Led by the Southern Conference Co-Freshman of the Year and five other All-SoCon Performers, the No. 3 seeded Samford softball team opens the 2024 SoCon 2024 Softball Championship against the winner of No. 6 Furman and No. 7 Western Carolina on Wednesday night at UNCG Softball Stadium in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Samford Baseball Takes 12-3 Win Over North Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford University baseball team earned a 12-3 non-conference victory over North Alabama Tuesday night at Joe Lee Griffin Field.
Nicastro Tied For Lead Among Individuals, 18th Overall After Day 2 At NCAA Regional
AUBURN, Ala. – Samford freshman Gabi Nicastro is currently in a tie for 18th but is tied for the lead among individuals not on participating teams, after the second round of the NCAA Auburn Regional, held Tuesday at the Auburn University Club (Par 72, 6,456 yards).
Shaw Named SoCon Freshman Of The Year, Six Bulldogs Land On All-SoCon Teams
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – To headline the All-Southern Conference selections for the Samford Softball team, freshman designated player Olivia Shaw was named Co-Freshman of the Year when the league released its postseason awards on Tuesday.
Nicastro Tied For 20th After Day 1 At NCAA Regional
AUBURN, Ala. – Samford freshman Gabi Nicastro sits in a tie for 20th after the first round of the NCAA Auburn Regional, held Monday at the Auburn University Club (Par 72, 6,456 yards).