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Brock Scholars Alumnae Collaborate with Business Faculty to Publish Research on Experience Design for Nonprofits
Samford University alumnae Camilla Lemons ’22 and Kayleigh Hudson ’19, graduates of the Brock Scholars program in Brock School of Business, recently collaborated on a new academic publication with Matt Mazzei, Brock Family Chair of the Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing department.
 
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Last Doctor of Ministry student shares his story
When Dustin Jernigan graduates this week from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, he’ll be the school’s last Doctor of Ministry (DMin) graduate.
 
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From teacher to student: Beeson student Ava Chaney goes from one classroom to another
Ava Chaney shares her story of going from teaching in the classroom to being a student again at Beeson Divinity School.
 
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Third-Year Cumberland School of Law Student, Dylan Cooper, Defends Eviction Client and Receives Winning Verdict
Third-year Cumberland School of Law student Dylan Cooper recently was able to put his classroom knowledge into practice. As part of Cumberland’s Eviction Externship, and through the use of his 3L Practice Card, Cooper saw his client's case to trial and received a winning defense verdict in his client’s favor.
 
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A Gift from the Heart: Joy Watson Establishes a New Scholarship for Future Nurses
It all began with prayer and a dream of leaving a lasting legacy. Joy Watson, a 2023 alumna and current graduate student at Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, used her perseverance and compassion to establish a scholarship for future nursing students. She is one of the youngest people to establish a scholarship at Samford.
 
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From Parents, For Parents: A Message From Samford Parents Pam and Marc Hoppers
The holiday break is an exciting time for many of us with children in college. Once finals are submitted, we have our kids back in the home and they have a break. My hope for your Christmas break, from one Samford parent to another, is that it is a time for meaningful connection with your student.
 
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Corky Strickland Retires, Reflects on Decades of Legal Education and Memories Made at Cumberland School of Law
In 1988, Henry C. "Corky" Strickland moved from the courtroom to the classroom, intent upon studying evolving legal issues and analyzing how the law should address them. That year he joined the Cumberland School of Law faculty, altering the course of his career.
 
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Baptist Health Foundation and Orlando Health donate $75,000 to scholarship fund for Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing students
Orlando Health donated $25,000 to the Baptist Health Foundation's New Generation Nurses Fund, with matching contributions bringing the total to $75,000. The funds will support students at the Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing.
 
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Making a Global Impact for Children's Rights
David Smolin, Harwell G. Davis Professor of Constitutional Law, is an internationally sought-after expert on children’s and human rights. As the director of Cumberland’s Center for Children, Law and Ethics, his work has impact across the state, country and globe.
 
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First-Generation Lawyer: Sean Modjarrad
Sean Modjarrad, JD ’00, MAcc ’00, MBA ’00, is the managing shareholder and founder of MAS Law in Dallas, Texas. After attending the University of North Texas for his undergraduate degree, Modjarrad received his Juris Doctor, Master of Accountancy and Master of Business Administration from Samford University. He has dedicated his life to fighting for justice and providing a voice for the voiceless. Here he reflects on his legal education and career as a first-generation lawyer.
 
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Ted and Venita Mann Support Cumberland School of Law Through Planned Giving
Ted Mann, JD ’85, a first-generation lawyer, came to law school with very few financial resources, and was supported by various scholarships and student loans provided to him. As a proud graduate, he and his wife, Venita, have decided to support the law school by adding Cumberland School of Law into their will.
 
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Samford Among National Leaders In Athletics Graduation Success Rate
With a 98 percent score in the NCAA's latest Graduation Success Rate report, Samford led all schools in the state of Alabama and the Southern Conference.
 
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Trombley follows God’s call to “launch into the deep”
Beeson student Josiah Trombley, currently a Naval reservist, is pursuing a career in Naval chaplaincy as he prepares to graduate in December.
 
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As Samford Makes Splash in esports, Meet the Coach at the Controls
Michael French began by organizing Super Smash Bros. tournaments. Now he's launching the esports program at Samford from a state-of-the-art gaming studio.
 
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Samford Student Gains Hands-On Experience in London’s Faith Community
What does it take to make a real impact in a global faith community? Cooper Pitts, a sophomore majoring in English and global studies with a concentration in film studies, is discovering the answer firsthand through a transformative internship in London.
 
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Samford Accounting Program Ranks in the Top 5% Nationally for First-Time CPA Exam Pass Rate
The accounting program in Samford University’s Brock School of Business has been recognized by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy as one of the leading programs in the U.S. based on Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Exam first-time pass rates on the 2023 exam.
 
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Samford CWA Worship Exchange: Artistry and Spiritual Wellness in Ministry with Rory Noland
On November 6–7, the Samford Center for Worship and the Arts hosted its final Worship Exchange of 2024. The event featured special guest Rory Noland, a respected author, songwriter and director of Heart of the Artist Ministries.
 
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Samford, Auburn Celebrate Beth Thorne Stukes as Alabama Philanthropist of the Year
Beth Stukes, a member of the Samford University Board of Trustees, will receive the William M. + Virginia B. Spencer Outstanding Philanthropist Award, highlighting her commitment to advancing education across Alabama.
 
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Samford Comes Out As Top Dog Over South Carolina State
ORANGEBURG, S.C. - The Samford men's basketball team took to the road in non-conference play tonight to face South Carolina State. A free-flowing first half turned into a slow-pace second, but Samford came out on top in the Bulldog against Bulldog battle with an 88-81win. The victory moves Samford's record to 8-2 on the season.
 
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Bowman Breaks School Records In Overtime Win At North Alabama
FLORENCE, Ala. – Samford junior center Emily Bowman set school records for rebounds and blocked shots in the Bulldog women's basketball team's 67-61 overtime win at North Alabama Thursday evening at Flowers Hall.
 
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Samford Football Announces 14 New Signees
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford football program has signed 14 student-athletes for the 2025 early signing period, head coach Chris Hatcher announced Wednesday.
 
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Samford Heads to South Carolina to Face Bulldogs
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Samford men's basketball team is back out on the road as they head to the palmetto state to take on South Carolina State on Dec. 5. The game tips at 6 p.m. CST as Samford enters with a 7-2 record and on a three-game winning streak.
 
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Women’s Basketball Set To Play At North Alabama Thursday Evening
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Samford women's basketball team will travel to Florence, Ala., to take on the North Alabama Lions Thursday evening at 6 p.m. The game can be seen live on ESPN+.
 
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Samford Earns Knight Commission C.A.R.E. Model Recognition
WASHINGTON, D.C. - During its meeting this fall, the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics announced that Samford, and the other nine members of the Southern Conference are the recipients of its inaugural C.A.R.E. Model Conference Grants. The grants support their commitment to the C.A.R.E. Model principles in their distribution and use of shared athletics revenues.