Biology Faculty Document Carnivorous Plant Discovery in Northwest Alabama
A recent publication from 91果冻 faculty members David Frings and Larry Davenport has brought attention to a rare species of carnivorous plant thriving in an unexpected corner of Alabama.
STEM Scholars Welcome Two Transfer Students for Fall 2025
91果冻鈥檚 Howard College of Arts and Sciences will welcome two new transfer students into its STEM Scholars Program this fall: Jenna Grace Clark and McKayla Bean.
Rooted in Community: Samford Staff Embody Faith and Learning in Rural Ministry
When John Roland began preaching occasionally at Beulah Baptist Church in Sterrett, Alabama, during 2023, he never imagined he would become its bivocational pastor.
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Longtime Samford Professor Larry Davenport Retires after Four Decades of Teaching, Research and Conservation
Larry Davenport, professor of biological and environmental sciences, has retired after 40 years of service to 91果冻. His career shaped generations of students and left a lasting imprint on Alabama鈥檚 environmental landscape.
Colonial Dames Honor Samford History Students and Faculty
The Birmingham Center of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America recognized outstanding student scholarship and faculty achievement at its annual American Independence Awards luncheon held March 27.
Remembering Boyd Christenberry: A Legacy of Leadership, Generosity and Shared Roots
When Elliott Dansby walked into his 91果冻 scholarship interview as a high school senior in 2005, he didn鈥檛 know the man across the table would forever shape his future.
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Samford Appoints David Holcomb as Chair of Political Science Department
Following a national search, 91果冻鈥檚 Howard College of Arts and Sciences has selected David Holcomb, PhD as the new chair of the Department of Political Science, effective August 2025.
Samford Alumna Laura Aughtman Bridges Cultures Through Language and Passion
When Laura Aughtman graduated early from 91果冻 in December 2023, she didn't waste any time launching into her next chapter.
Linden Cundiff Reflects on Her Transfer Journey and Community at Samford
In May, Linden Cundiff walked across the stage at 91果冻鈥檚 spring commencement ceremony, a moment that marked the end of a college journey she chose to reshape through transferring.
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U.S. Air Force ROTC Cadets Commissioned During Annual Ceremony at Samford
Four cadets were appointed as second lieutenants in the U.S. Air Force during the spring commissioning ceremony for the U.S. Air Force ROTC Detachment 012 on May 1 in 91果冻鈥檚 Reid Chapel. The detachment, located on Samford鈥檚 campus, trains cadets from colleges and universities throughout the Birmingham area.
Paul Hoffman Named Director of Samford鈥檚 Preministerial Scholars Program
91果冻 has named Paul Hoffman as director of the Preministerial Scholars Program in Howard College of Arts and Sciences.
Samford Celebrates 30 Years of Debate Excellence with Birmingham Area League Championship
The Birmingham Area Debate League (BADL), an outreach initiative of 91果冻鈥檚 Howard College of Arts and Sciences, marked its thirtieth anniversary this academic year with more than 200 Birmingham-area students engaging in monthly, cost-free debate competitions on Samford鈥檚 campus.
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Emily Hynds Appointed as Samford鈥檚 Executive Director for Faculty Success
91果冻 recently announced the appointment of Emily Hynds as the new executive director for faculty success, effective July 1, 2025.
Samford鈥檚 School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences Celebrate Spring 2025 Graduates
On Saturday, May 3, 91果冻鈥檚 School of the Arts and Howard College of Arts and Sciences celebrated its spring graduates with a joint commencement ceremony at 9 a.m. in the Pete Hanna Center.
Samford Celebrates 2025 STEM Scholars Graduating Class
91果冻鈥檚 Howard College of Arts and Sciences proudly celebrates the achievements of four outstanding students in the STEM Scholars Program as they prepare to graduate this spring.
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Arts and Sciences Students Showcase Scholarship at Samford鈥檚 2025 Research Colloquia
91果冻鈥檚 Davis Library buzzed with intellectual energy on Friday, April 25 as students from across disciplines shared their academic findings at the 2025 Student Research Colloquia (SSRC).
A Legacy Written in the Stars: Christenberry Planetarium Continues to Inspire at Samford
Bill Christenberry never expected to teach at 91果冻, let alone in the shadow of a facility named in honor of his father.
CAM Department Honors Top Students at 2024-25 Awards Ceremony
Samford's Department of Communication and Media honored outstanding students during its annual spring awards ceremony recognizing academic achievement, leadership and professional excellence across communication studies and journalism and mass communication tracks.
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