Orlean Bullard Beeson School of Education and Professional Studies

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Administration

Jean Ann Box, Dean, Professor, Teacher Education
Jo Beth Newton, Associate Dean, Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
James B. Angel, Associate Dean of Budgets, Professor, Kinesiology and Nutrition Science
Kristie B. Chandler, Chair, Assistant Professor, Family Studies
Alan P. Jung, Chair, Associate Professor, Kinesiology and Nutrition Science
H. Elizabeth (Betsy) Rogers, Chair, Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
J. Maurice Persall, Chair, Orlean Bullard Beeson Professor, Graduate Studies
Clara E. Gerhardt, Director of International Education, Professor, Family Studies
Suzanne Montgomery, Director of Samford After Sundown

Mission

The mission of the Orlean Bullard Beeson School of Education and Professional Studies is to guide, develop, and challenge students, academically, professionally, personally, and spiritually to prepare leaders who will positively influence and shape society. The School strives to provide the highest quality Christian education led by a dedicated faculty and staff committed to student success.

Vision

The vision of the Orlean Bullard Beeson School of Education and Professional Studies is to be known as one of the leading institutions for intellectual and spiritual development through teaching, scholarship, and service that will positively impact local, national, and global communities.

Values

The Orlean Bullard Beeson School of Education and Professional Studies seeks to demonstrate the following values:

Faith - We demonstrate Christian faith in our daily lives.
Respect - We treat all with respect and fairness.
Honesty - We promote honesty and integrity.
Service - We commit ourselves and our talents to serve God and humankind through generosity of spirit and caring.
Collegiality - We collaborate with one another to maximize knowledge, skills, and experiences.
Scholarship - We promote intellectual rigor, reflection, and thorough preparation.
Learning - We confirm that learning is a life-long commitment.
Distinctiveness - We affirm Samford’s commitment to quality education and to distinctive practices and programs.

Strategic Principles

1. We will ensure a culture of excellence.
2. We will obtain the funding necessary for teaching, scholarship, and service to accomplish our mission.
3. We will offer innovative programs and practices that enhance the educational experience, promote creativity, and prepare students for graduate study and careers.
4. We will support faculty and staff with professional development to assure current and best practices.
5. We will provide resources, such as time, technology, materials, and facilities, to optimize the learning environment.
6. We will promote greater awareness of the accomplishments of the Orlean Bullard Beeson School of Education and Professional Studies.
7. We will evaluate programs and practice through assessment and evidence of excellence.
8. We will fulfill our professional responsibilities in a manner consistent with our Christian faith.

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