Birmingham-Southern Transfers: ‘Samford Was There When We Needed It the Most’
Two years ago, Samford University moved academic mountains to accommodate displaced students from Birmingham-Southern College. Another group of those transfers recently graduated.
Celebrating 2026 Spring Commencement: 'Samford continues to thrive'
More than 1,400 students received their degrees, including Shannon Charis Boutwell receiving the President's Cup and Trinity Elizabeth Phillips receiving the Velma Irons Award.
Samford Awards Honorary Doctorate to Lumber Titan Jimmy Rane: ‘Learning Should Never Stop’
Jimmy Rane, who transformed a floundering timber plant into the world’s largest treated lumber business, received an honorary Doctor of Commerce.
Samford Celebrates Unsung Heroes with 2026 Medallion Awards
Samford’s 2026 Medallion Award recipients—a quartet of silent heroes from across the Birmingham area—exemplify kindness through their civic dedication.
Samford Named to List of Most Beautiful College Campuses
Vibrant crepe myrtles, 60-foot oak trees and striking architecture highlight Samford's inclusion on the U.S. News & World Report list of 35 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the nation.
Samford Women Carry Mission Into NCAA Tournament: 'Togetherness, Love and Competitiveness'
The Bulldogs are bound for South Carolina where they'll face Southern in a matchup of #16 seeds.
Samford University Announces New Vice President for Student Affairs
Following an extensive nationwide search, Samford University has announced Dr. Nathan Shelburne as its next vice president for student affairs. Shelburne is currently the senior director of new student programs at Baylor University. His service at Samford will begin on July 1.
Portrait Unveiling Honors Samford's Founding President Samuel Sherman
The portrait, based upon a photograph taken during Sherman’s term as president from 1842-1852, will be displayed in the Davis Library collection.
Spring Convocation Celebrates Korean Evangelist, Children's Choir
Dr. Billy Kim, known as the "Billy Graham of Asia," received an honorary doctorate from Samford.
From Step Sing to Sketch: Tony Hale’s Path from Samford to Stardom
Tony Hale's path from Samford to stardom featured leaps of faith and the rewarding role of fatherhood.
Tony Hale Receives Honorary Doctorate at Samford’s Fall Commencement
Emmy-winning actor encourages 290 new graduates to value friendships as much as their careers.
John Grass Embraces Chance to Lead Samford Football: 'God Opened This Door'
Introduced as Samford's new football coach, John Grass heralded the university's ability to attract talent and its Christ-centered mission.
Fisk Receives Combat Action Badge as Samford Honors Veterans
Fisk, who now chairs the Department of Art and Design, was deployed to Iraq as a photojournalist in the Army Reserve.
Frank and Marti Buck Plaza: Samford Dedicates Green Space Connecting Central Campus
The Bucks, who met at a Samford basketball game in 1974, have supported athletics programs and established a nursing scholarship.
Samford University Announces New Chief of Staff and VP of Strategy
After an extensive national search, Samford University has announced Lauren Leach as its chief of staff to the president and vice president for strategy. Leach is currently the associate vice president for strategic planning with the UAB Health System. She will begin her position at Samford effective Nov. 1.
Samford University Earns 3 Top 10 National Rankings from The Wall Street Journal
Highlighted by a #3 national ranking for quality of career preparation, Samford received elite marks in the updated WSJ rankings.
Samford Dedicates Residence Halls in Tribute to Trailblazer Audrey Lattimore Gaston Howard, Philanthropist Marvin L. Mann
Samford University dedicated two first-year residence halls in honor of civil rights pioneer Audrey Lattimore Gaston Howard and philanthropist Marvin L. Mann, weaving their legacies into the daily rhythm of campus life.
Samford University Announces Record Enrollment for Fall 2025
Blending another record-breaking freshman class with extraordinary student retention success, Samford opened the 2025 fall semester with its largest-ever enrollment of 6,324 students.
