At Samford University, where passion meet purpose, Orlean Beeson School of Education students are preparing to educate, lead and serve in communities throughout the world. As described in Luke 8:16, our mission comes to fruition when donors collaborate with us to support students through scholarships, enhanced academic programs, and improved teaching and learning spaces.

When you partner with us to support students through scholarships, academic programs, enhanced learning spaces, and our School of Education Excellence Fund, you increase the impact of Orlean Beeson School of Education graduates, igniting their lamps to shine brightly in communities around the world.

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Orlean Beeson School of Education students are preparing to fulfill their calling in the “service” professions. Many will accept entry level salaries disproportionate to the investment they make in their Samford educational experience. Your gift to support our students through scholarships launches graduates into their “ministry” in schools, churches, the mission field, and community agencies, with the best possible financial foundation.

Gifts can provide for existing scholarships, new annual scholarships and/or endowed scholarships. Annual scholarships are established beginning with a commitment of $1,500 a year for a minimum of four years. With an initial pledge of $25,000, you can establish a named endowed scholarship that will change the lives of Samford students for generations to come. A gift of approximately $800,000 provides a full endowed tuition scholarship and a gift of $1,000,000 can sustain a full endowed scholarship for a deserving student for four years.

Make a gift of any amount in support of current featured scholarships by clicking on the scholarship below or establish a named endowed scholarship.

Orlean Beeson School of Education Legacy Scholarship

Awarded to rising junior students who feel called to work within education and/or in work that enriches the lives of families; with preference given to those with demonstrated significant financial need.

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School of Education International Internships Scholarship

Annual scholarship to support School of Education students enrolled in the Teacher Education Curriculum to enable and provide resources for their participation in international internships in developing countries allowing them to work as teacher assistants/interns in schools that serve local (primarily underserved) children.

For more information, please contact Sheri Ransome, development officer, at shransom@samford.edu or 205-726-4462.

Gifts in support of Advancing our Mission within Orlean Beeson School of Education provide our faculty and students with the resources necessary to pursue research and scholarly activity, enhance curricular initiatives and implement innovative teaching and learning programs.

Character and Virtues Development

Character education is woven into the fabric of the Orlean Beeson School of Education mission as students prepare to educate, lead and serve in their chosen professions. We recognize that both technical competence and strength of character is essential for graduates to fulfill their calling. To that end, our faculty, staff and students attempt to embody what it looks, sounds and feels like to be members of a Christlike “community of character.”

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Leadership, Research and Innovation

Orlean Beeson School of Education at Samford University proudly presents its annual publication, Leadership, Research & Innovation in Education. The digital compilation is a testament to the vibrant tapestry of creativity, impact, and faith woven by the school's faculty, students and alumni.

This award-winning publication reflects the school's commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and impactful research, aligning with its mission to make a positive global impact through the combination of faith and education.

Biblical Unity in Diversity

Affirming that all people enjoy the respect, fairness and equitable treatment due persons created in the image of God, Samford University and Orlean Beeson School of Education are committed to honoring diverse backgrounds, celebrating diverse ideas and preparing students through their chosen professions to courageously identify with, and advocate for, those who suffer injustices.

New Endowed Chair or Professor Positions

An endowed position provides funds to help further student experiences. The gift means more resources for students, faculty and staff, and allows our school to ensure all teaching and programs are at the highest academic and professional level.

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For more information, please contact Sheri Ransome, development officer, at shransom@samford.edu or 205-726-4462.

Built in 1978, Orlean Bullard Beeson Hall is a solid but aging facility that will continue needing technology enhancements and renovations in the years to come. As we continually enrich our educational experience, we identify opportunities to invest in modern learning spaces providing distance learning and technological enhancements which foster educational innovation and certification opportunities through the renewal of necessary facilities and classroom spaces. We invite you to partner with us in improving our learning spaces through donor recognition opportunities.

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For more information regarding available donor recognition opportunities, please contact Sheri Ransome, development officer at shransom@samford.edu or 205-726-4462.

Faithful, annual gifts to support our School of Education Excellence fund allow our school to provide scholarships and academic program resources where the needs are greatest. Your gifts enrich the Samford experience for our students and we recognize that many of you wish to designate your gifts to meet specific needs within our school. We are delighted to present a wish list of items which enhance the Samford experience within Orlean Beeson School of Education this academic year. Please join us in making a gift to meet one or more of these needs. We are grateful for your partnership and the distinctive education it provides to our students.

When you partner with us to support students through scholarships, academic programs, enhanced learning spaces, and our School of Education Excellence Fund, you increase the impact of Orlean Beeson School of Education graduates, igniting their lamps to shine brightly in communities around the world.

Support This Initiative Wish List

For more information, please contact Sheri Ransome, development officer, at shransom@samford.edu or 205-726-4462.

From stocks and property to estate planning and planned giving, discover the many opportunities to invest in Samford University.

Giving Online

Giving online is an easy way to make a gift to Orlean Beeson School of Education. There are many funds to designate your gift.

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Giving by Mail

Samford University
Attention: University Advancement
800 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, AL 35229

Giving by Pledge

By making a pledge, you can make a significant impact to Orlean Beeson School of Education and its mission to empower students to educate, lead and serve.

Making an Annual Gift

Annual giving is critical to providing Orlean Beeson School of Education with budget-relieving resources. The fiscal year ends June 30 of each year.

Estate Planning and Bequests

With a planned giving strategy, you can put your assets to work for any part of Orlean Beeson School of Education you choose. To ensure your goals are met, we invite you to contact Sheri Ransome, development officer (205-726-4462) to learn more.

Thank you for your interest in gifting securities to support Samford University. By donating appreciated stock, you can avoid long-term capital gains tax and deduct the full market value on your tax return. Please be sure to discuss any giving plans with your tax advisor.

To transfer stocks or mutual funds to Samford University, please contact Bo Kerr, Assistant Vice President for University Advancement, at jkerr@samford.edu or 205-726-2139. It is helpful to know the donor's name, the amount (dollars or shares), stock name and desired use of funds.