Dr. Cecelia Ann Walker named 2024 Beeson Alumna of the Year
Cecelia Ann Walker, executive director of chaplaincy and clinical pastoral education for Brookwood Baptist Health, has been named the 2024 alumna of the year for Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School.
A Decade of Impact: the Samford Black Alumni Association
The Samford Black Alumni Association (SBAA) celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. On April 10, the group held its annual African American Alumni and Friends luncheon to commemorate this milestone.
Samford School of the Arts Music Alumna Marjorie Trimm Shares Samford Experience
Marjorie Trimm, a celebrated Samford University music alumna, takes us on a journey through her life, which has been a story of resilience, passion and transformation. From her initial career in marketing and nonprofit management, to becoming a Certified Vocologist and acquiring a masters in voice pedagogy, to running her own studio, Trimm's story is a testament to the power of pursuing one's calling and the transformative role of education.
Staying Rooted: Physical Therapy and the Cincinnati Reds
As a physical therapy alumnus, Eric Gonzalez's journey from Samford to his current role as the director of rehabilitation for the Cincinnati Reds epitomizes the transformative power of mentorship and aspiration.
Brewing Success: Samford Alumni Take Their Coffee Business Overseas
Wendi and Nathan Parvin have never shied away from the unknown. As a career nurse and optometrist, they’ve lived overseas serving God and their communities. They’ve walked through heartache and loss. And they’ve launched a successful coffee business. Now they’re jumping back into the unknown with their business, all the way to Dubai.
A Samford Love Story: From Classmates to Coworkers
Victoria and Brady Graves love doing life and ministry together. Their story began while they were pursuing undergraduate degrees at Samford University. Now, they work together at Beeson Divinity School, serving those called into ministry.
Alumni Data Project Wrapping Up
Samford alumni have two more months to take part in a historic project collecting data on people who have graduated from the university. The Samford University Alumni Association is partnering with Publishing Concepts, Inc. to gather updates as well as produce the first alumni directory in two decades.
