New faculty members and revamped academic programs were among actions approved July 29 by the executive committee of Samford University’s board of trustees in its regular summer meeting.
The new faculty members are Dayna B. Harmelin, visiting professor of law; Kimmetha “Kim” Herndon, director of the university library; Andy M. Milstead, instructor of Spanish; and Stephen R. Stricker, assistant professor of pharmacy practice.
Two academic changes were approved — a name change for the paralegal studies certificate program and the reorganization of the division of music into three departments: vocal and choral studies, keyboard and academic studies and instrumental music.
In other business, trustees discussed options for financing several potential projects on campus, including residence facilities, refurbishing existing academic facilities and continued updating of the university’s utility systems.
In April, trustees approved initial plans for more than $20 million in new or renovated residence facilities when funding was available.
W. Randall Pittman, Samford’s vice president for university relations, reported that more than $20 million was given to Samford’s annual fund during the fiscal year that ended June 30. This is $5.2 million more than the previous fiscal year.
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