Important 2025 Dates
Panhellenic & Interfraternity Recruitment Registration: Opens June 1
 Panhellenic (Sorority) 101: August 26
 Meet the Greeks: August 28
 National Pan-Hellenic (NPHC) Greek Speak: September 4
 National Pan-Hellenic (NPHC) Fall Intake: September 14-November 16
 Panhellenic Recruitment: August 31-September 6
 Panhellenic Bid Day: September 7
 Interfraternity 101: September 7
 Interfraternity Recruitment: September 8-September 11
 Interfraternity Bid Day: September 12
Mission, Vision and Core Principles
Mission
The Office of Greek Life enhances the connections of fraternity and sorority members with a Christ-centered focus on core principles of service, scholarship, leadership, brotherhood/sisterhood, and holistic development.
Vision
We strive at Samford to be authentic, purposeful, and faithful to cultivate a Christ-centered community that empowers Greek life members to grow in its core principles. Through intentional fellowship, leadership development, and impactful service opportunities, we strive to foster a supportive environment that celebrates individuality, encourages personal growth, and promotes academic excellence, ultimately equipping our members to positively impact the world for the glory of God.
Core Principles
Service
This principle drives many fraternity and sorority activities. Samford Greeks strive to have a servant’s heart.
Scholarship
A cornerstone of Samford University as well as the fraternity and sorority community. Fraternities and sororities provide supportive environments to enhance a student’s ability to succeed in and out of the classroom.
Leadership
Each individual student can have a valuable experience seeking a leadership role while building confidence and impactful life skills.
Brotherhood/Sisterhood
Fraternities and sororities provide connection and belonging through life-long support and accountability.
Holistic Development
Greek students will grow in skills encompassing spiritual, social, physical, mental, and intellectual development.
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Greek Awards
2024
Fraternity of the Year: Sigma Chi
Sorority of the Year: Zeta Tau Alpha 
IFC Man of the Year: Carey Hereford 
Panhellenic Woman of the Year: Mary Helen Miller 
NPHC Man of the Year: Akeim Thames 
NPHC Woman of the Year: Kennedy Russell
NPHC Chapter of the Year: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
2023
Fraternity of the Year: Alpha Tau Omega
 Sorority of the Year: Phi Mu 
 NPHC Chapter of the Year: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 
 IFC Man of the Year: David Sputh
 Panhellenic Woman of the Year: Haley Galbreath
 NPHC Man of the Year: Tito Canales
 NPHC Woman of the Year: Mya Ramsey
2022
Chapter of the year: Phi Mu 
Greek Man: Ryan Drew 
Greek Woman: Mary Brittan Burgess
2021
Chapter of the year: Chi Omega
 Greek Man: Lance Rybka
 Greek Woman: Brenna Truitt
2020
Chapter of the year: Alpha Delta Pi
 Greek Man: Tanner Fields
 Greek Woman: Sarah Williams
2019
Chapter of the year: Delta Delta Delta
 Greek Man: Sam Bartz
 Greek Woman: Jamie Davenport
2018
Chapter of the year: Alpha Tau Omega
 Greek Man: Jake Massey
 Greek Woman: Mary Clark Herrod
2017
Chapter of the year: Chi Omega
 Greek Man: Brandon Lawson
 Greek Woman: Nicole Klaubert
2016
Chapter of the year: Alpha Tau Omega
 Greek Man: William Hargrove
 Greek Woman: Lauren Hammond
2015
Chapter of the year: Phi Mu
 Greek Man: Matthew Carrick
 Greek Woman: Molly McCoy
Our Staff