Samford University Department of Communication and Media

Audrey Simons '26 shares her internship experience as a Journalism & Mass Communication major!

Anna Rogers Boozer ‘18 shares her career path after graduation, “My ability to use persuasion, interpersonal communication, and empathy has benefited me greatly in this role. Speaking, writing, and listening all matter deeply regardless of industry.”

Sophie Cabrera '26 shares her internship experience as a Journalism & Mass Communication major!

💙 Every gift tells a story of lives transformed.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of alumni, families and friends, the 2025–26 fiscal year became a historic year of philanthropic impact for Samford's Howard College of Arts and Sciences. From new scholarships and faculty support to strategic investments like the Christenberry Planetarium renovation, these gifts are creating opportunities that will shape students and strengthen our college for generations to come.

Thank you to everyone who continues to invest in the mission of Howard College.

Full story here: https://www.samford.edu/arts-and-sciences/news/2026/Howard-College-of-Arts-and-Sciences-Celebrates-a-Transformational-Year-of-Philanthropic-Impact

Hannah MacConney ‘24 shares her career path after graduation, “Take advantage of all the opportunities Samford CAM has to offer and get to know your professors!”

The Sports Media minor prepares students for sports industry careers, including writing for sports, sports broadcasting, public relations, advertising, and sports photojournalism.

Hanna Allen '26 shares her internship experience as a Journalism & Mass Communication major!

Mandy Hewitt ‘10 shares her career path after graduation, “My degree in Communication Studies helped lay a foundation for effective communication skills by teaching me how and why people communicate. It may sound overly simplistic, but effective communication is integral to a successful career.”

From her first Division I volleyball match as a freshman to photographing Samford basketball on the NCAA Tournament stage, Meg Robinson ’26 turned a passion for storytelling into a remarkable college experience.

A journalism and mass communication graduate with a concentration in print media and public relations and a minor in sports media, Robinson credits Samford’s community, faculty mentors and hands-on opportunities with preparing her for the next chapter: pursuing a master’s degree in emerging media at the University of Georgia.

“Samford gave me so many opportunities and stories that I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life,” Robinson said. 📸🐾

Full story here: https://www.samford.edu/arts-and-sciences/news/2026/Through-the-Lens-Meg-Robinson-Captures-Stories-Community-and-Opportunity-at-Samford