Samford Orlean Beeson School of Education

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Today's leaders shape tomorrow's schools, organizations and communities.

If you're ready to expand your impact, explore our educational graduate programs.

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A new concentration is coming this fall to the School of Education! 🐾

Students will explore the growing role of animal-assisted services across health care, education and community settings while studying the human-animal bond.

Learn more: https://t.co/mzmf8tNkoM

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Today, we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country and honor their courage.

We are thankful for their service and for the families who continue to carry their legacy forward. ❤️💙

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How can schools strengthen collaboration across generations of teachers?

In the newest issue of Leadership Research and Innovation in Education (LRI), Bill Mann, EdD ’25, explores how trust, belonging and shared purpose help schools thrive.

Read more: https://t.co/CS49CMC9qU

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Before graduation, our senior teacher education interns presented their Capstone projects, showcasing the experiences, growth and classroom readiness developed throughout their time at Samford. 🍎🎓

Proud of the Class of 2026 and all they’ve accomplished! #SamfordEducation

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Campus is a little quieter without our students around!

Happy Friday from the School of Education! We miss you already. 💙

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In April, our junior teacher education students met their second-grade pen pals from South Shades Crest Elementary after spending the school year exchanging letters. 📚✏️

To celebrate, each child received a book to continue encouraging a love of reading ❤️

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One week ago, just moments before they walked across the stage. 🎓

Now they move forward as alumni of the School of Education. Congratulations again to the Class of 2026!

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It’s here!

The 2025-26 edition of Leadership, Research & Innovation in Education is now available, featuring the work of our faculty, students and alumni as they engage in meaningful research and scholarship.

Read it here: https://t.co/iERX75tKEA

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Nothing but smiles from the School of Education Class of 2026!

We're so proud of you, and can't wait to see how you educate, lead and serve in the world. 💙🎉

Read more about spring commencement: https://t.co/AxZ7k77O1D

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Celebrating excellence 🎓

During Friday’s commencement ceremony, Trinity Elizabeth Phillips ’26, received the Velma Wright Irons Award, recognizing the second-highest GPA across all undergraduate schools at Samford.

Congratulations, Trinity!

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Class of 2026, we celebrate all you’ve accomplished and the impact you’ve made on our community. The work poured in, the moments that shaped you and the relationships that will carry forward are all part of the story you take with you. ❤️💙

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Today, Ali Grace Williams graduates from Samford 🎓

Prepared through hands-on experience and a passion for middle school students, she’ll begin teaching sixth grade in Birmingham this fall.

Congrats, Ali Grace and Class of 2026!

Read her story ⬇️ https://t.co/qfF4X9CazB

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Graduation is tomorrow! 🎓

Landon Kight’s time in our HDFS program combined classroom learning with real-world service, shaping his path toward family law at Samford's Cumberland School of Law in the fall.

Read his story: https://t.co/t99cO6lBc1

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With graduation ahead, Reese Wrather reflects on how Samford helped her bring together her passions for education and dance.

Read her story ⬇️:
https://t.co/KNfvnHAxip

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Did you know? 100% of School of Education students complete original research.

Last week, six students brought that work to the Samford Student Research Colloquia, presenting projects that explore real questions in education.

Read more below ⬇️
https://t.co/dhofiGTzXT

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Commencement is only one week away! Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026.

📅 May 1
⏰ 2 p.m.
📍 Pete Hanna Center at Samford University
💻 Livestream: https://t.co/qxzXG4KvUf

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From attachment styles to emotional intelligence, HDFS seniors showcased original research this week during their research poster presentations, reflecting the hands-on learning at the core of the program.

#SamfordEducation #HDFS #studentresearch

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U.S. News and World Report has recognized Samford on its list of 35 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the nation—the only university in Alabama. Safe to say… we agree. 😉

Learn more: https://t.co/SfaaoFL6F4

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Teacher Ed students completed AMSTI Foundations of Science professional development, gaining hands-on experience with ACOS and science instruction best practices.

Students who stay in Alabama will already have this required professional development completed.

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