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Students returning to Cumberland School of Law for the fall semester were welcomed with a surprise. On August 13, 2025, the law school at Samford University officially opened the doors to Featheringill Commons—a new space inside the Lucille Stewart Beeson Law Library, coinciding with the library’s 30th anniversary.
Designed to welcome students back for the fall semester, this addition serves as more than a communal gathering place; it stands as a lasting tribute to a professor who left her mark on generations of law students: Carolyn Burgess Featheringill.
Featheringill Commons is a newly reimagined addition to the Lucille Stewart Beeson Law Library, made possible through a generous lead gift from Professor Carolyn Burgess Featheringill. Designed with flexibility and innovation in mind, the space includes four state-of-the-art classrooms and dynamic collaboration zones.
Two of the classrooms feature a modular design that allows them to be combined into a large venue accommodating up to 140 students or divided for smaller, more focused gatherings. The commons area itself serves as both a collaborative study environment and a versatile meeting space.
In addition to hosting regular classes, the facility will support a wide range of events—including orientation programs, workshops, and academic conferences. Finally, a beautiful new entrance from Robinson Hall’s Angel Patio enhances accessibility and creates a welcoming gateway to the library.
Featheringill Commons is named in honor of Professor Carolyn Burgess Featheringill, a beloved, longtime law professor whose influence remains deeply woven into the fabric of the Cumberland School of Law. Since her retirement in 2003, her legacy as a sharp legal mind, dedicated mentor, and compassionate educator continues to inspire generations of students and colleagues.
Naming the commons after Professor Featheringill recognizes not only her decades of service and commitment to legal education but also the many lives she has impacted throughout her career. The space reflects the values she brought to the classroom—curiosity, inclusiveness, and a strong sense of community—and now provides a setting where those same values can thrive.
The Beeson Law Library is more than a repository of legal texts—it’s an academic cornerstone of the law school experience located at the Cumberland School of Law in Homeland, Alabama. With over 200,000 volumes and 96,000 microfiche items, it provides an extensive collection of resources to support rigorous legal research and scholarship. The library also features 16 conference rooms and nearly 500 individual study spaces.
Featheringill Commons complements the library’s existing offerings by adding a space dedicated to informal learning and community building. It bridges the gap between quiet study and meaningful interaction, encouraging students to engage deeply—not just with texts, but with each other.
Featheringill Commons represents more than a physical renovation; it’s a continuation of Professor Featheringill’s legacy. As new students pass through its doors, they’ll be part of a tradition shaped by her values—intellectual rigor, kindness, and service.
The space will serve as a catalyst for conversation, collaboration, and growth for years to come. In honoring a professor who gave so much to her students, Cumberland School of Law has created a space that will give back for generations.
Featheringill Commons is not just a tribute to the past—it’s a gift to the future.
Featheringill Commons isn’t just a place for students to gather—it’s a space that fosters the kind of learning and mentorship that defines Cumberland School of Law. For alumni like Attorney Sam G. Nicholson of Nicholson Revell Personal Injury Attorneys, the lessons learned within these walls continue to influence their work in the courtroom and their commitment to justice.
Attorney Nicholson has handled many legal matters for his clients in Augusta, GA, but focuses on representing individuals who have been injured by the negligence of others. Over the years, he has received many prestigious accolades, such as Super Lawyers designations and the Robert L. Allgood Service Award, and takes pride in giving back to his community.
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