News

Faith Oliver Appointed Independent Pharmacy Practice Advancement Fellow

Caroline Zaring

Jun 3, 2025

Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Faith Oliver, PharmD, as the inaugural Independent Pharmacy Practice Advancement Fellow.

Remembering Gloria Doughty

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Jun 2, 2025

Alumni, Community

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy mourns the passing of Gloria Doughty, a pioneering alumna, mentor, and advocate, who died on May 25, 2025, at the age of 98. Her remarkable life and legacy have left an enduring impact not only on the pharmacy profession but on the countless lives she touched.

Key Administrative Restructuring to Support Growth and Student Success

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Apr 14, 2025

College-wide, Professional News, Student & Academic Life

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy has announced a series of organizational changes to better align responsibilities with the evolving needs of its academic programs and student community.

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Romanelli announces retirement, joins DeVaux Racing

Caroline Zaring, Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Apr 1, 2025

College-wide

In a move few saw coming, Professor and Associate Dean Frank Romanelli, PharmD, has announced his early retirement from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy after more than 25 years of service. His next act? Becoming a professional jockey.

Memorial 5K to Honor Mark Huffmyer

Katie Florence

Mar 7, 2025

Alumni, College-wide, Community

A special memorial run/walk event has been organized to celebrate the life and legacy of Mark Huffmyer, Pharm.D., a cherished pharmacist and colleague at UK HealthCare Pharmacy Services and the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP).

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College of Pharmacy takes action to strengthen NAPLEX performance

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Jan 28, 2025

College-wide

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) continues to proactively address recent North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) pass rate trends through curriculum enhancements and targeted student support initiatives.

Melinda Joyce and speaks with Governor Andy Beshear

Celebrating National Pharmacists Day A Spotlight on Melinda Joyce

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Jan 12, 2025

Alumni, Community, Professional News

Each year, January 12 marks National Pharmacists Day—a day to honor the important role pharmacists play in optimizing patient care, enhancing safety, and improving quality of life. This year's spotlight is on alumna Melinda Joyce, PharmD.

Pharmacy’s Kebodeaux, alumni recognized with APhA honors

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Dec 23, 2024

Alumni, Professional News

The remarkable accomplishments of Clark Kebodeaux, PharmD, BCACP, and two alumni from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) have garnered national recognition from the American Pharmacists Association (APhA).

Katz Named 2024 Paul Parker Award Recipient

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Nov 14, 2024

Alumni, Professional News

Michael D. Katz, PharmD, R75, clinical professor and director of Residency and International Programs at the R. Ken Coit University of Arizona College of Pharmacy, has been named the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Paul F. Parker Award.

UK levels up opioid misuse prevention with innovative gaming

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Oct 29, 2024

CRoME Lab News, Professional News, Research

With teens spending more time in front of screens than ever before, video games are emerging as a powerful way to teach important life lessons. Olufunmilola Abraham, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice & Science at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, is tapping into this trend to address a critical issue: opioid misuse among teens.

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