Samford Football was home to five former players that opened for the NFL last month, including three on active rosters this season. Congratulations to our Samford University Athletics alumni.
Read about their achievements here:
samfordsports.com/news/2020/9/30/football-former-samford-stars-shine-in-the-nfl.aspx
(Images provided by the San Fransisco 49ers, New York Giants and Detroit Lions.)
Samford University Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing alumna Lindsey Harris ’06 was inducted as president of the Alabama State Nursing Association on September 25, 2020.
“Being the first person of color elected in the organization’s 107-year history breaks barriers and means a lot to me personally, but more importantly I am excited for the opportunity to show other people of color that they can do this too. When you work hard and you put your mind to something, you can do anything.” — Dr. Lindsey Harris
Congratulations, Dr. Harris!
samford.edu/nursing/news/2020/Samford-Nursing-Alumna-is-First-Person-of-Color-Named-President-of-Alabama-State-Nursing-Association
Experience the excitement of the arts wherever you are. Samford University School of the Arts is offering online art galleries, virtual tours, concert livestreams and more this semester. Visit their calendar of events for the latest updates. www.samford.edu/arts/events/
(Image taken prior to the onset of Covid-19.)
The Samford debate team had an impressive start to their year at the recent, virtual season opener, finishing as the 16th seed and defeating teams from Georgetown University and Harvard University. Congratulations, students, on your accomplishments.
Read the full story here: https://www.samford.edu/arts-and-sciences/news/2020/Samford-Debaters-Advance-at-Virtual-Season-Opener
Our Family Fridays provide students and their families the opportunity to experience Samford and Birmingham in new ways. Are you participating? Be sure to follow Samford Parents for updates.
In an effort to keep our visitors and staff as safe as possible, we're offering a glimpse of campus life with our new events, Senior Days. Senior Days events are held each Monday and Friday this fall beginning today, September 25.
Learn more here: https://www.samford.edu/admission/preview-days
We're less than a month away from Homecoming and hope you will join us and Dr. Andrew Westmoreland in virtually celebrating the Alumni of the Year Awards, held Nov. 12 at 6 p.m.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alumni-of-the-year-celebration-tickets-117689150417
"The Dream Deferred" is a portfolio exchange co-curated by Samford University School of the Arts associate professor of graphic design Geoff Sciacca. The collection explores racial injustice through the eyes of 31 printmakers from across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This is the last week to view the gallery open to the Samford community in person, but the exhibit will be online indefinitely.
View the collection here: https://www.thedreamdeferred.com/
The Cumberland School of Law trial advocacy program has a long record of achievement and national recognition, and is widely considered among the best in the country. The National Trial Team has been ranked third in the nation in the 2019-20 Trial Competition Performance Rankings.
Read more here: samford.edu/cumberlandlaw/news/2020/Cumberland-School-of-Laws-National-Trial-Team-Ranks-Third-in-the-Nation?fbclid=IwAR3J6-yuA5Bkv6WGkSMWSB5DUPiFkg_f0enKNVjBSlj4L21xKNyjsY9RTRw
(Image taken prior to Covid-19.)
Congratulations to the Samford University Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing students on receiving their White Coats; the annual ceremony is streaming now. Join us in celebrating their achievements.
Samford University Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing
October 18 at 3:00 PM ·
The purpose of the White Coat Ceremony is to instill a commitment of providing compassionate care among future health professionals. This commitment closely aligns with the core values of Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing which was founded on the pillars of academic excellence, compassion, caring and service.
We are pleased to share the nomination of Jeremy Towns '13 for the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities Young Alumni Award, presented to individuals who have exhibited uncommon leadership or achieved notable success in a way that reflects Christian higher education.
His commitment to gospel-sharing and disciple-making adds to his outstanding achievements during his NFL career and medical school performance, furthering the recommendation for this award.
Spiritual Life at Samford provides a network to nurture individuals and encourage authentic, Christian community. There are many opportunities for students to plug in spiritually this year on campus. View them here: samford.edu/spiritual-life/#get-involved
(Image taken prior to Covid-19.)
“Your professional career does not begin when you graduate or when you receive your license. Your professional career begins right now. We're not pharmacists and student pharmacists for ourselves. We do what we do for the benefit of others.” Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy assistant professor Stephen Brown emphasized these points to the class of 2024.
The White Coat ceremony was recorded on Oct. 24 and is still available for viewing. Read the full story here: samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2020/McWhorter-School-of-Pharmacy-Virtual-White-Coat-Ceremony-Honors-First-year-Students
Samford University School of the Arts associate professors Joel Davis and Jeffrey Flaniken were named finalists for the Arlin G. Meyer Prize in Musical Performance based on their collaboration presenting the Samford String Quartet’s 2017 live performance of “Antiphons-Benedictions” from Davis’ String Quartet No. 1: Vespers. Congratulations to our talented faculty members!
Read about their work here: samford.edu/arts/news/2020/Faculty-Selected-As-Meyer-Prize-Finalists
Homecoming is approaching and so are virtual class reunions. We invite you to share memories of your Samford experience with classmates and friends. Find your reunion on our Homecoming schedule: samford.edu/alumni/homecoming
Samford University has been ranked 1st in Alabama, 32nd nationally for financial aid assistance, according to a report published by student loan refinancing service, LendEDU.
This most recent ranking affirms our longstanding commitment to providing high-quality education that is affordable and attainable for students.
Read more here: https://www.samford.edu/news/2020/11/Samford-Student-Financial-Services-Recognized-Nationally
"The Resource Center" is a free tool for any student, parent or teacher seeking additional resources that are complementary to school work ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade.
Read more about this unique way Samford University Orlean Beeson School of Education students are serving others: samford.edu/education/news/2020/Teacher-Education-Candidates-Offer-Virtual-Learning-Solutions-for-Students-Parents-and-Teachers
Sam is ready, are you? Our Bulldog Virtual 5k Run/Walk and Bulldog Kids 1K begin Nov. 7.
Proceeds go to Samford University Athletics in the continuous efforts of providing excellence in student-athlete development, academic resources and more.
See you at the virtual finish line! https://events.elitefeats.com/bulldogs20
Samford University Brock School of Business faculty are distinguished authors, too. A new book co-written by professor of economics Art Carden, “Leave Me Alone and I'll Make You Rich: How the Bourgeois Deal Enriched the World,” was widely acclaimed and nationally recognized, and is available to purchase on Amazon.
Read Carden's full interview here:
samford.edu/business/news/2020/An-Interview-with-the-Author-Art-Carden-Discusses-Leave-Me-Alone-and-Ill-Make-You-Rich
Congratulations to Samford University School of the Arts faculty and students for the numerous accolades they were awarded by the 2020 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards and the National Opera Association. No matter the challenges or year, our community excels in all situations.
samford.edu/arts/news/2021/Samford-Arts-Students-Faculty-Staff-Receive-National-Recognition
Director of Diversity Education and Development Jenée Spencer has been named to the 2021 Momentum Upward Early-Career Program class. The Upward program gives women early in their careers an opportunity to expand their leadership skills; participants were selected based on achievement, community service and diversity across industry, among other factors. Congratulations, Jenée!
https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2021/01/28/meet-the-2021-momentum-upward-early-career-program.html
Earlier in December, former Samford University Athletics football star James Bradberry was named to the NFL's 2021 Pro Bowl. Congratulations, James on your continued accomplishments.
https://samfordsports.com/news/2020/12/21/football-former-samford-star-james-bradberry-named-to-nfl-pro-bowl.aspx
Samford University Athletics football player J.D. Beall embodies Christ’s selflessness in the way he lives out his faith. The Alabama Baptist newspaper covers his story on answering the call to serve others.
https://www.thealabamabaptist.org/samford-football-player-j-d-beall-lives-out-his-faith-through-his-servant-heart/
Professor of educational leadership in Samford University Orlean Beeson School of Education Jodi Newton, and her husband Bob Newton have established the Bob and Jodi Newton Endowment for Character Education. The endowment will provide enhanced resources for the support of character education initiatives within the school.
"The importance of endowments like these cannot be overstated,” said Dean Anna McEwan. “They are vital in helping us pursue our highest priorities, including character education. We are tremendously grateful for the generosity of the Newtons that will allow us to continue fulfilling our mission to enrich the community and empower our students to educate, lead and serve.”
samford.edu/education/news/2020/The-Bob-and-Jodi-Newton-Endowment-for-Character-Education-Established-in-Orlean-Beeson-School-of-Education