From Parents, For Parents: A Message from Julie Boyd
We were not surprised when our youngest son chose a university where he did not know a single person. After all, he is a leader, an extrovert and loves adventure! I was shocked, however, when he had problems finding connection and struggled with homesickness the first semester. He was having roommate issues, could not find “his people” and college life in general did not live up to his expectations.
From Parents, For Parents: A Message from Samford Parents Sharla and Eric Stafford
The first time we visited Samford, we looked at each other and said, "This feels like home." After enrolling our twins at Samford in 2021, we quickly learned that the university truly loves its students and their families. As parents, we feel just as much a part of the Samford family as our girls do. Living in Minnesota, it’s over a 16-hour drive to Birmingham, but we have complete peace knowing they are at a school that will love them well.
Celebrating 60 Years of Family Weekend
Each year, Samford University’s Office of Parent and Family Engagement and the Samford Parents Association partner to host Family Weekend.
From Parents, For Parents: A Message From Samford Parent Bryan Rose
As Kelly and I visited college campuses with our daughter before she decided on Samford, we heard a recurring refrain among the university admissions counselors we met. Each made the point slightly differently, but the implication was the same: “Our professors and resident assistants primarily communicate with the students; we will not answer parent emails or return parent phone calls.” Incredulous, I couldn’t imagine my parents calling one of my college professors to complain about my grades (2.03 that first semester) or find out if I was behaving in the dorm (spoiler alert: I was not).
Samford Office of Parent and Family Engagement Wraps up Summer Events to Welcome Class of 2028
This summer, Samford University’s Office of Parent and Family Engagement hosted six regional Welcome Parties and 23 Send Offs across the United States to welcome the class of 2028. New Bulldogs enjoyed games, food and fellowship as they prepared to transition to college.
President Taylor Joins Alumnus Justin Stuckey’s Podcast in Full-Circle Moment
When Samford President Beck A. Taylor debuted his “Beck’s Bench” video series in August 2021, All-American high jumper Justin Stuckey became the first featured guest.
Office of Parent and Family Engagement Enriches the Samford Experience
Exciting change is coming from Samford University’s Office of Parent and Family Engagement, formerly known as the Office of Parent and Family Programs.
