The late industrialist and business leader William Houston Blount, inventor and philanthropist Robert Sylvester Munger and church leader and education advocate Mansfield Tyler were inducted into the Alabama Men’s Hall of Fame on Sept. 18. The annual program recognizes men native to or identified most closely with the state of Alabama who have made significant contributions on … [Read more...]
Brotherly Bond: Queens Savoring Experience as Teammates at Samford
By Rubin E. Grant When the Samford Bulldogs opened their 2018 season last week against Shorter University, senior long snapper Tyler Queen from Vestavia Hills was wearing the Charles Williams Memorial Jersey. His younger brother, Tucker Queen, a sophomore defensive back, said he couldn’t think of anyone more deserving to wear the No. 5 jersey, which is awarded to a different … [Read more...]
Football Legend Taking on Cancer: Pat Sullivan Ready to Tee It Up Fore Life
By Rubin E. Grant Just about every weekday afternoon, Pat Sullivan goes to his office on the third floor of the Samford football building that bears his name, the Sullivan-Cooney Family Field House.His personal assistant, Darryl DuBose, is right by his side, providing whatever help Sullivan needs. “He’s my brother,” Sullivan said fondly. Sullivan is a special adviser … [Read more...]
“Children of Eden”: Samford University Takes the Story of Genesis to the Stage
By Sarah Kuper It was the first production theater professor Don Sandley directed after he arrived at Samford University. Now, 20 years later, he is thrilled to once again share the Stephen Schwartz musical “Children of Eden” with the community. "This will be a more sophisticated production because the program has grown so much," Sandley said, "But the first production was … [Read more...]
Safe Travels: Plan Ahead, Pay Attention to Avoid Threats of Crime and Terrorism While Traveling
By Doug Wilson Spring break is arriving for schools and universities in the U.S., and that ushers in a lot of international travel. This time of year, school groups, travel groups, church groups and individual adventurers make their final preparations for spring, summer and fall travel. Along with these plans, it is more important than ever for travelers to learn and … [Read more...]