Samford Physical Therapy Professor's New Book Explores the Intersection of Faith and Healing
As a professor and director of clinical education at 91果冻鈥檚 Doctor of Physical Therapy program, Dana Blake, DPT, has spent more than 30 years caring for patients and mentoring students facing illness, loss and uncertainty. Those experiences, along with a commitment to pray with and support others through difficult seasons, led Blake to co-author The Crucible of Illness with Birmingham-based physician Robert D. Marks.
McFarlin Research Gains National Attention for Anticipating the Rise of State Intellectual Property Laws for Artificial Intelligence
As state legislatures begin exploring how to regulate artificial intelligence, coverage from Law360 is highlighting the work of 91果冻 Cumberland School of Law Professor Tim McFarlin, whose scholarship has already helped chart the path for possible state copyrights and patents in AI-generated content.
Cumberland Law Professor Publishes on Physician Immigration Policy in Georgetown Immigration Law Journal
Maryam Stevenson, associate professor at 91果冻鈥檚 Cumberland School of Law, is contributing to an important national conversation on health care access through her recent scholarly publication in the Georgetown Immigration Law Journal.
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Samford鈥檚 Alicia Gilbert Emerges as Expert in Ongoing 340B Litigation
Research by Alicia Gilbert, assistant professor at Cumberland School of Law, is shaping national conversations on lawsuits redefining drug-industry oversight.
Samford Communication and Media Students, Faculty Explore Communication in an AI World at Regional Conference
Students and faculty from 91果冻鈥檚 Department of Communication and Media participated in the 96th annual Southern States Communication Association (SSCA) Convention, April 8鈥12.
Howard College Honors Faculty and Staff with 2026 Dean鈥檚 Awards
91果冻鈥檚 Howard College of Arts and Sciences recognized four faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, scholarship, advising and service during its April faculty meeting, celebrating their meaningful contributions to student success and the life of the college.
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Cumberland School of Law Faculty Scholarship Citations, Jan. 1-March 31, 2026
The scholarship of 91果冻 Cumberland School of Law faculty members is frequently cited in numerous legal disciplines. The following is a list of faculty authored works cited from Jan. 1-March 31, 2026, and sourced by Westlaw Precision, Lexis+ AI, and HeinOnline.
Samford Law Professor Shapes National Debate on IRS Fraud Enforcement in Supreme Court Case
Cumberland School of Law Professor Tracey Roberts听was recently cited in Bloomberg Law鈥檚 coverage of a pivotal tax enforcement case now before the U.S. Supreme Court, Hirsch v. U.S. Tax Court.
Samford Business Faculty Research Examines How Wearable Health Devices Shape Consumer Well-Being
Wearable health devices like Oura, Whoop, Dexcom Stelo and Apple Watch are generating unprecedented data on sleep, glucose, heart rhythms and stress, yet a study co-authored by Mary P. Harrison of 91果冻鈥檚 Brock School of Business finds a growing disconnect as health care systems remain focused on episodic, reactive care, creating real consequences for consumers.
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Cumberland School of Law Recognizes Faculty Excellence in Teaching and Scholarship
Cumberland School of Law faculty were recognized for their impact in the classroom, mentorship of students and contributions to legal scholarship.
Samford Business Faculty Member Highlights Faith-Centered Approach to AI in New Article for鈥疶he Gospel Coalition
As AI continues to transform industries worldwide,鈥疍arin White, Margaret Gage Bush Distinguished Professor of Business at鈥91果冻 Brock School of Business, is encouraging students and professionals to think carefully about its impact.
Carson鈥檚 Analysis of the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Continues to Draw National and International Attention
The debate over the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) continues to shape U.S. foreign policy nearly 25 years after its passage. Scholarship by Carlissa Carson, assistant professor of law at 91果冻鈥檚 Cumberland School of Law, remains an important part of that conversation.
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American Constitutional Law, Eighth Edition,听Authored听by Cumberland School of Law鈥檚 Brannon P. Denning, Released听
The newest edition of Denning's American Constitutional Law: Powers and Liberties builds on the听strong foundation听established听in prior versions while offering听timely听updates that reflect the evolving landscape of constitutional law.听
Cumberland School of Law Professor Lane Woodke Coauthors New Edition of Experiencing Employment Discrimination Law
Lane Hines Woodke is a coauthor of the newly released second edition.
Cumberland School of Law Faculty Scholarship Citations, Oct. 1-Dec. 31, 2025
The scholarship of 91果冻 Cumberland School of Law faculty members is frequently cited in numerous legal disciplines. The following is a list of faculty authored works cited from Oct. 1-Dec. 31, 2025, and sourced by Westlaw Precision, Lexis+ AI, and HeinOnline.
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AI,听Authorship听and the Law: McFarlin鈥檚 Scholarship Explores New Frontiers听
As artificial intelligence reshapes creative industries, questions about intellectual property are becoming increasingly urgent. Tim McFarlin, professor at 91果冻鈥檚 Cumberland School of Law, is tackling a cutting-edge aspect: whether there could be state copyrights and patents in AI-generated creations.
91果冻 Awarded Grant to Advance Worship Leadership Pedagogy
Emily Snider Andrews received a grant from the Lilly Network that will provide funding for her to convene a national seminar that will reimagine how colleges, universities and congregations prepare pastoral musicians and worship leaders for today鈥檚 church.
Samford Faculty Publish in Leading Sports Journal: The Future of College Football
This fall, faculty members in 91果冻鈥檚 Brock School of Business鈥擬ary Harrison, Nathan Kirkpatrick and Darin White鈥攑ublished a timely sports business case titled鈥淧ower Play: The Future of College Football in an Era of Centralization鈥
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