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.
91果冻 Faculty Receive National Recognition for 2025 Books
Faculty in 91果冻鈥檚 Beeson Divinity School and the School of the Arts recently received national recognition from Christianity Today (CT) and the Southwestern Journal of Theology (SWJT) for theological books published in 2025.
Samford Graphic Design Professor Blends Typography and Scripture in New Art Series
91果冻 is spotlighting a unique fusion of art, design and faith through Ampersand, a new calendar and poster series created by Ren茅 Zimny, assistant professor of graphic design.
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Music Professor Viliunas Receives Approval for Workshop Series Grant
Brian Viliunas, professor of music in School of the Arts, earned a grant by The Lilly Network of Church-Related Colleges and Universities.
Fisk Receives Combat Action Badge as Samford Honors Veterans
Fisk, who now chairs the Department of Art and Design, was deployed to Iraq as a photojournalist in the Army Reserve.
Samford Commercial Music Students Record Songs for Children with Serious Illnesses Through National Foundation
Four students from 91果冻 School of Arts鈥 commercial music program are using their talents to bring hope and joy to children facing serious illnesses through an inspiring collaboration with the Sing Me a Story Foundation.
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91果冻 Students, Faculty Appearing at Major Theological Conferences
Two PhD students at 91果冻鈥檚 Beeson Divinity School and a host of professors across campus will present proposals and moderate discussions at two major theological conferences in November.
Samford Piano Professor, Cindy St. Clair, Inducted into Steinway & Sons Music Teacher Hall of Fame
Cindy St. Clair, associate professor of piano and area coordinator of keyboard studies at 91果冻鈥檚 School of the Arts, was inducted into the Steinway & Sons Music Teacher Hall of Fame in October. St. Clair is one of 43 music educators from the United States and Canada to be inducted this year.
Samford Theatre for Youth: 鈥楾he Lightning Thief鈥 Delivers Sold-Out Performances, Lasting Impact
The stage lights dimmed, and a hush fell over the audience as Percy Jackson鈥檚 story, 鈥淭he Lightning Thief,鈥 came to life inside 91果冻鈥檚 Harrison Theatre. For many of the children and families in attendance, it was the first time they had witnessed live theater, an experience made possible by Samford鈥檚 Emma Taylor Theatre for Youth Series and its ongoing outreach to Birmingham-area schools and community groups.
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Samford Christian Ministry Professor J.D. Payne Releases Comprehensive Guide to Evangelism
For nearly three decades, J.D. Payne has researched and taught evangelism. Now, the Thomas Welby Bozeman Chair of Christian Ministry at 91果冻鈥檚 School of the Arts compiles that wealth of experience into his new book, Understanding Evangelism. The comprehensive textbook is designed to equip Christ followers for gospel witness around the world.
Samford Alumnus Scott Bush Named Leader of Ministry Training Institute
91果冻 has appointed Scott Bush 鈥91, MDiv 鈥95, DMin, as director of its Ministry Training Institute (MTI).
Currently serving as senior pastor of Southcrest Baptist Church in Bessemer, Alabama, Bush will lead the university鈥檚 initiative to provide affordable, accessible theological education for church leaders across the Southeast.
Samford Alumnus Bradyn Debysingh Makes West End Debut in The Phantom of the Opera
91果冻 alumnus Bradyn Debysingh 鈥21 has taken the stage at one of the world鈥檚 most iconic theatres: His Majesty鈥檚 Theatre in London.
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