Samford University biology professor and environmentalist Betsy Dobbins received the school’s 2008 John H. Buchanan Award for Excellence in Classroom Teaching during the opening convocation of the fall semester Aug. 26. Described as one of Samford’s “most dynamic” faculty members by Provost Brad Creed, Dobbins was commended for her efforts related to problem-based learning, service learning and environmental concerns. Dobbins,…