December

Teacher Education Graduate Finds Dream Job through Challenging Journey
The Bob and Jodi Newton Endowment for Character Education Established in Orlean Beeson School of Education
Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing Graduates Honored with Virtual Pinning Ceremony
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøHonors 302 Graduates During Virtual Winter Commencement
Cumberland School of Law Ranked 4th in Nation for Best Quality of Life
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøCreates Accelerated Undergraduate Pathway to Master of Divinity
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøStudents Confirm High-impact Education in National Survey
Basketball Coach Bucky McMillan Talks Opening Season
95% of May 2020 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøGraduates Employed or in Graduate School
Orlean Beeson School of Education Alumni Continue to Make a Difference Amid COVID-19

November

Cumberland School of Law's National Advocacy Teams Excel During Virtual Competitions
Orlean Beeson School of Education Doctoral Candidates Research the Benefits of Dogs in Schools
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAthletics Leads Nation in NCAA Division I Graduation Success Rate
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøJoins Local Partners to Plant 200 Trees in Homewood for Annual Event
Hill and Mathis Earn SoCon All-Conference Awards
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøM.Div./M.B.A. Alumnus Chosen to Lead Newly Formed Hope Community Church
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Graduate Students to Launch Educational Consulting Business
Grayson Finds Enriched Experiences in Online Political Science Education
Cumberland School of Law Ranks 15th in the Nation on Employment Honor Roll List
SGA T-Shirt Campaign to Raise Funds for Motley Scholarship
Orlean Beeson School of Education Hosts Virtual Educational Leadership Doctoral Candidate Institute
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøCelebrates Virtual Homecoming Nov. 12-14
Walker Shares the Power in Seeking Help During 'For the Good' Interview
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøPresidential Search Committee Sets Deadline for Application
Students of Cumberland’s Veterans Clinic Humbled by Experience
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøFaculty Book Tops Amazon Charts for New Releases
Alumni Webinar Event Addresses Racial Justice Initiative
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøReleases 2020-21 Men's Basketball Schedule
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøCommunity Marches for Social Justice
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøStudent Financial Services Recognized Nationally

October

Sister of Bombing Victim Shares Hopeful Message
Carter Named Dean of Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøRecognized by Department of Education, LendEDU for Low Student Loan Default Rate
Gooden Signed To Bills' Practice Squad
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøPRSSA Chapter Honored for Innovative Remote Learning Project
Ranked 11th in U.S., Debate Team Joins Top 10 at Harvard Tournament
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøNurse Practitioner Students Provide Free Physicals to Children
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Center for Congregational Resources to Benefit from $1 Million Grant to Assist Community Churches
McWhorter School of Pharmacy’s Virtual White Coat Ceremony Honors First-year Students
Trepanier Proposes Civility as Superior Virtue for Troubled Times
Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing Honors Students with Virtual White Coat Ceremony
Student-Athlete Spotlight: Maggie Johnston
Brock School of Business Provides Successful Professional Development Events for Students
Teacher Education Candidates Offer Virtual Learning Solutions for Students, Parents and Teachers
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøSports Wrap-Up With Deputy Director of Athletics
Adams Recognized as a 2020 'Woman to Watch' by the Birmingham Business Journal
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøCelebrates Alumni Appreciation Week
School of Health Professions Audiology Student Selected State Representative for National Student Organization
Owens Selected for White House Historical Association Slavery Project
A Heart for A March: DeVries Reveals Connections Between Protest Movements
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøto Host Virtual and In-Person Open House Events for Prospective Students this Fall
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøVirtual Homecoming to Include Reunions, Movie Night and More
Price Named Athletic Trainer of the Year
The Lion's Den 2020: 7th Annual Event to Be Hosted In-Person and Virtually
Human Development and Family Science Program Receives NCFR CFLE Renewal Approval
Public Health Faculty Adapt and Offer New Experiences for Students During COVID-19

September

Cumberland School of Law’s National Trial Team Ranks 3rd in the Nation
Professional Sales Team Advances to Finals of B2B National Competition Hosted by AT&T
Two Athletes Join Ranks of Alumni with Pro Contracts
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Virtually Hosts Patti Callahan Henry for 10th Annual Corts Distinguished Author Series
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøNursing Alumna is First Person of Color Named President of Alabama State Nursing Association
CAMWS Honors Todd With Ovatio
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAthletics Shares Season Updates from Director Martin Newton
Judge John Carroll Comments on the Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Cumberland School of Law Partners with Tuskegee University for Accelerated Program
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøDebaters Defeat Elite Teams at Season Opener
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøMusic Faculty and Alumnus Part of New CD
Trustees Approve New Member, Faculty and Naming of Two Facilities
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøRanked Second in the Nation for Student Engagement by Wall Street Journal
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøCore Curriculum Addresses Racial Justice
Former ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøProfessor Keeps the Legacy of Rosie the Riveter Alive
Walker Named ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøTrustee; Officers, Eight Members Reelected
Former ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøFootball Players Open NFL Season on Active Rosters
Home At Last: Ownby Leads Service for Unclaimed Veterans
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøRanked the Best Value in Alabama, Among the Best Nationally by U.S. News & World Report
Marketing and Communication Division Receives Record Number of Regional, National Awards
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAlumna Applies Human Development and Family Science Education to Legal Career
Woodfin Challenges Students to Seek Wise Counsel During 'For the Good' Interview
Despite Pandemic, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces Record Enrollment for 12th Consecutive Year
Westmoreland Announces Retirement, Presidential Search Committee Named
Education Graduate Student Overcomes Homelessness and Disability to Pursue Dream of Being a Teacher and Entrepreneur
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøNames New Class of Howard Scholars
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's Joe Davidson’s Career Comes Full Circle As He Steps Into New Role
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Alumni Association Announces Fall Event Schedule
Cumberland School of Law Launches First Full-Service Law School Clinic in Alabama for Veterans

August

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøPresidential Search Committee Named
Andrew Westmoreland Announces Plans to Retire as ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President
More than 2,000 Students and Families Practice Safety During Move-In Week
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Opening Convocation Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff
Florence Becomes First ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøStudent to Receive American Enterprise Institute’s Young Scholar Award
Samford’s Ida Moffett School of Nursing Renamed to Honor Former Dean Nena F. Sanders
Teacher Education Candidates Receive Lamp of Learning (2020)
Cumberland School of Law Welcomes Another Record-Breaking Class; First-Year Students Reflect on the History of Racial Injustice
Walters Receives Gateway to Research Scholarship for Contributions to Cancer Research
Art Student Chosen for Birmingham-based Business' Mural Project
Physical Therapy Professor Enhances Student Learning with Technology
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Office of Diversity and Intercultural Initiatives Creates Two New Positions
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøFaculty Respond to Pandemic with Innovative Teaching Strategies
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces Homecoming and Other Fall Events Will be Virtual
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAthletics Has Historic 2019-20 Season
Ida Moffett School of Nursing Honors Graduates with Virtual Pinning Ceremony
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAlumnus Named Alabama Teacher of the Year
National Virtual Conference Amplifies Already Prestigious Advocacy Program at Cumberland School of Law
New Bachelor of Arts Degree in Commercial Music Will Offer Students Unique Industry Insights
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAwards 1,379 Degrees During Virtual Commencement Honoring May Graduates
Congressman Gary Palmer Challenges Education Graduates to Servant Leadership in Virtual Commencement Ceremony
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces Cancellation Of Fall Nonconference Competition
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøBig Give Rallies to Support Student Needs
Southern Conference Postpones Fall Conference Competition; Leaves Open Nonconference Options
Professor, Students Publish Journal Article
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøTeam Earns National Honor for Organ Donation Campaign
Master of Social Work Graduate Earns Degree to Be an Advocate for Children
Samford’s Annual Big Give Scheduled for August 11-12
Accomplished Cumberland Alumni Named to 2020 Class of Alabama Business Hall of Fame
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAlumnus Appointed as State Farm's First Chief Diversity Officer
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøKinesiology Students Publish Research Indicating Exercise at Preferred Time of Day Impacts Training Program
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAlumnus Jeremy Towns Featured on Cover of Birmingham Christian Family Magazine
Pharmacy Alumnus in U.S. Public Health Service Deployed to Serve COVID-19 Patients

July

Sunshine and Color: Marketing and Art Student Launches Business to Shine Light into the World
Chew Offers Video Guide to Learning During Pandemic
Stockham Scholars Program to Emphasize Christian Liberal Arts Tradition
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøProfessor Explores Social Connections Between Congregations
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøFaculty Prepare for Fall Semester with Faculty Success Collaborative
Book Highlights Scholarship of New Political Science Chair
Cates Becomes President of College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists
Public Health Graduate Demonstrates Commitment to Public Service with AmeriCorps VISTA
Zoom Party of Gratitude for Harold Hunt
Grant Will Support New Course on The United States In the World
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøRallies Together to Meet Needs and Bring Back the Bulldogs
Trustees Approve New Faculty and Summer Graduates
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces Membership of New Task Force on Racial Justice
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces COVID-19 Preparedness Plans to Bring Back the Bulldogs
Samford’s Bulldog Days Hosts More Than 1,000 New Students for Virtual Orientation
Composer and Alumnus Brian Raphael Nabors Sees Continued Success Despite COVID-19
Clara Gerhardt Named Distinguished Professor in Orlean Beeson School of Education
College of Health Sciences Collaborates for Asthma and Wellness Camp
American Chemical Society Grant Will Fund Research by Wilger and Students

June

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAthletics Announces Diversity Initiatives; Armstead Named Director of Diversity and Intercultural Initiatives
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLaunches Graduate Certificates in Environmental Management, GIS
Epley Named To Introduce New Edition of Rowson Novels
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøShares Update on Task Force on Racial Justice
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøReceives Grant to Aid Students in Need
School of Health Professions Hosts Virtual Simulation with University in Pennsylvania
Reeves Named Fellow of the International Society for Science and Religion
Human Development and Family Science Alumna Provides Free Mental Health Resources During COVID-19
Sowing Seeds of Hope: Nursing Alumna Serves Perry County Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Education Leadership Alumnus Leads School Through COVID-19
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces New Task Force, Affirms Commitment to Racial Diversity
Washington Named Preseason All-American By HERO Sports
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAlumni Association to Feature Alumni Authors with New Virtual Book Club
Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing Receives $2 Million Grant for Nurse Educators
Mary Thompson’s Latest Book Deals with George Washington and Slavery
Mann Center Shares Video Recognizing Students, Faculty and Staff for Leadership and Character

May

School of Education Cosponsors First Ever Character Convening in Higher Education
Center for Worship and the Arts Launches Animate Flex
Collegiate Baseball Names Carlson First Team All-American
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøRanks High for Return on Investment
Communication Sciences and Disorders Student Organization Receives National Gold Honors
Chew Reflects on What Pandemics Can Teach Us About Critical Thinking and Metacognition
Empowering African American Churchgoers in the Fight Against Heart Disease
School of the Arts Graphic Design Students Release Quaranzine Magazine
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøNames Six Alumni Honorees for Annual Awards
School of Education Among the Top National Institutions for Excellence in Educator Preparation
Nursing Alumnus Goes to New York City to Serve Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
ABA Employment Report for Cumberland’s Class of 2019 Reveals Record-breaking Statistics
Den Hartog Explores Religious Freedom and COVID-19
School of the Arts Announces New Programs
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøStudent-Athlete Advisory Council Announces SAMSPY Award Winners
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøVirtually Celebrates Spring Graduates Ahead of August Commencement
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Alumni Association Welcomes New Members of Executive Council
Teacher Education Hosts the Golden Apple Awards to Honor Award Recipients and Graduating Seniors
Williamson Earns Public Policy Fellowship
Birmingham Physician Receives ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøM.B.A., Praises Quality Experience
Class of 2020 Celebrates Faculty During Nurses Week
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAlumni Association Offers Tools to Connect Network with Spring Graduates
Graffeo Combines Religion, English to Prepare for Law Career
Student Research Paper Accepted for Largest Conference in Medieval Studies
Annual Service and Leadership Awards Honor Outstanding Student Leaders
Mentoring, Research Were Essential for Chemistry Graduates
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAnnounces Plans to Resume On-Campus Instruction for Fall 2020

April

Human Development and Family Life Education Hosts Virtual Awards Ceremony and Research Presentations
Religion Students Document Unique Images of Christ in Birmingham
Watch a Campus Update from Dr. Westmoreland
"Spiritual First Responders:" How Hospital Chaplains are Playing a Crucial Role During COVID-19
Orlean Beeson School of Education and Mountain Brook Elementary Partner Using Immersion Model
Nutrition and Dietetics Senior Matches with Dietetic Internship at Mass General
Division of Art and Design Celebrates Students Virtually
Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society Virtually Inducts 53 New Members
Opened to Exploration, Overby Created Her Own Niche
Physical Therapy Alumna Plays Critical Role in Rehabilitating COVID-19 Patients
Alumni Association Launches Virtual Connection Events
Alabama Men's Hall of Fame Selects 2020 Inductees
Students Continue Service Project with Sowing Seeds of Hope during COVID-19
Johnston Earns Southern Conference Postgraduate Scholarship
Pharmacists Meeting the Needs of their Community
Mann Center Honors Students for Leadership and Character
Reeves Earns Grant for Seminars on Psychology and Christianity
Sanders Named Distinguished Fellow of National Academies of Practice
Teacher Education Alumna Leads School Faculty in Neighborhood Parade
Are You Properly Disinfecting Your Home Surfaces?
Day in the Life: A Frontline Hero
Virtual Classroom Allows Professor to Continue Teaching While on Active Duty
Community Pharmacists: Going Above and Beyond
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøConverts Its Largest Annual Day of Service to Virtual Blood Drive
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøTrustees Participate in Called Meeting to Discuss COVID-19 Response
Physical Therapy Department Helps Classmate Caring for Parents with COVID-19
Teacher Education Alumna Virtually Reads “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” to Students
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøHires Bucky McMillan as Head Men's Basketball Coach
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøHistorian Earns Prestigious NEH Grant
Viruses are Difficult to Kill: Pharmacy Faculty Discuss Treatments Related to COVID-19
Annual Juried Art Show Goes Virtual
History Students Help Preserve Memories of Rosedale Community
Canceled by Coronavirus: Coach Carley Kuhns Speaks on Lost Women's Basketball NCAA Tournament
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøEmployees Provide Protection for Health Care Workers

March

Orlean Beeson School of Education Utilizes Technology for More Than Online Learning
Student Earns Regional Honor for Service Learning
A Conversation with Dr. Westmoreland
Coronavirus Update: A Message from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President Andrew Westmoreland
Faculty Develop New Courses on Science and Religion, Responses to Suffering
Students Combine Classics, Chemistry to Create Unique Career Paths
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøProfessor Creates COVID-19 Data Dashboard for State, Students
Religion Major Earns National Research Honor
Longtime Professor Sigurd Bryan Dies at 96
Simmons Shares the Traits of Great Leadership at "For the Good" Convocation
Women's Basketball Earns First-ever Share of Regular-season Title
Coronavirus: Social Work Faculty Emphasizes the Importance of Preparedness

February

Baptist World Alliance President Paul Msiza Shares Message of Reconciliation
Music Student Explores Multiple Interests for a Well-Rounded Experience
U.S. Magistrate Judge and Current ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøParent Addresses 26th Annual Thurgood Marshall Symposium
Sherrill Endows Scholarship Focused on Community Pharmacy Ownership
Center for Biblical Studies Honors ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøOld Testament Scholars
Debaters Take New Honors, Qualify for National Debate Tournament
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøBaseball Opens Season with Three-game Win Streak
Alumnus Andrew Brasher Confirmed to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals by Senate
Lead With Love Unites Campus for Conversations on Inclusivity and Kindness
Sigma Chi Wins Step Sing 2020 Sweepstakes
Alumnus Brian Cook’s Cook Museum of Natural Science Nominated as One of America’s Best New Museums
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøBlack Alumni Association Elects New Board Members
Step Sing 2020: Livestream Schedule and Ticket Updates

January

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøTrustees Approve Graduates, New Faculty and New Board Members at December Meeting
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøRanked First in the South, Third Nationally for Student Engagement by Wall Street Journal
Floyd Produces, Directs Film Exploring Social Effects of Dam Project
Samford’s Ida Moffett School of Nursing Dean and Health Care Pioneer Nena Sanders to Retire
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøDebaters Win at USNA Tournament
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøAbroad Takes Jan Term Students Around the Globe
Former ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøStandout Tartt Reaches Super Bowl with 49ers
Ratcliffe Wins Macon Award, Martin Earns Marshall Award
Chew Earns International Psychology Honor
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Lead with Love Event Encourages Unity and Kindness
Students Earn Win at National Opera Competition
Samford’s Online Programs Nationally Ranked by U.S. News & World Report
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøStudents Document Diverse Birmingham Worship Spaces