The Belltower, Samford University

December 2, 2005

Review Panels to Interview Presidential Candidate

"...Three panels--faculty/staff, student, and alumni/friends--will meet with the first candidate identified by the search committee for consideration..."

A series of constituent reference panels are being convened Dec. 6 to interview a candidate for the Samford University presidency. (continued...)

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