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College of Pharmacy welcomes Aaron Cook as associate professor

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jul 29, 2024
College-wide, Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) is delighted to announce the addition of Aaron Cook, PharmD, BCCCP, as an associate professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science. Cook’s extensive experience in neurocritical care and critical care pharmacotherapy will significantly enrich the department’s education, research, and patient care initiatives.

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Alumnus Mark Huffmyer passes away, leaves legacy of global learning

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jul 11, 2024
Alumni, College-wide, Community

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) mourns the loss of esteemed alumnus, pharmacist, colleague, and community leader Mark Huffmyer, PharmD, who passed away on July 2, 2024, at the age of 34.

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Hope Brandon appointed new postdoctoral academic fellow

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jul 8, 2024
Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) is delighted to announce the appointment of Hope Brandon, PharmD, MBA, as a postdoctoral academic fellow. Brandon is the third individual to hold this revitalized position, which offers comprehensive training in teaching, scholarship, service, and pharmacy practice to advance academic careers.

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Bonds across borders: 35 years of partnership with Kitasato University

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jun 25, 2024
College-wide, Community

This year, the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) marks a significant milestone: the 35th anniversary of its academic exchange program with Kitasato University School of Pharmacy in Tokyo, Japan. Since its inception in 1989, this enduring partnership has facilitated a robust exchange of knowledge, cultural understanding, and innovative practices, profoundly impacting pharmacy education and training in both countries.

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Matthew Lane honored with national preceptor award

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jun 11, 2024
Professional News

Alumnus and preceptor Matthew Lane, PharmD, a clinical associate professor and chief of pharmacy at the Lexington VA Health Care System, has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2024 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Distinguished Preceptor Recognition Award.

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UK College of Pharmacy named inaugural ACT Community Pharmacy Center of Excellence

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jun 7, 2024
College-wide

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) has been honored by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) as one of the inaugural ACT Community Pharmacy Centers of Excellence.

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Olufunmilola Abraham joins College of Pharmacy as chair of Pharmacy Practice & Science

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jun 6, 2024
CRoME Lab News, Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) proudly announces the appointment of Olufunmilola Abraham, Ph.D., as associate professor and chair of Pharmacy Practice & Science, effective September 1, 2024.

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Empowering youth in the fight against tobacco: World No Tobacco Day 2024

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 May 31, 2024
Student & Academic Life

Griffin Nemeth, a student at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy and coordinator for the #iCANendthetrend Youth Advisory Board, exemplifies the significant impact young people and pharmacists can have on tobacco use prevention.

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Joseph L. Fink Honored with 2024 KPhA Bowl of Hygeia Award

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 May 30, 2024
Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) is pleased to announce that Joseph L. Fink III, BS Pharm, JD, professor emeritus of Pharmacy Practice & Science, will receive the 2024 Bowl of Hygeia award from the Kentucky Pharmacists Association (KPhA). This award honors Fink's significant contributions to the pharmacy profession and his dedication to community service.

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Kolesar Appointed Dean at University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 May 29, 2024
Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) proudly announces that Jill Kolesar, PharmD, MS, BCPS, FCCP university research professor of Pharmacy Practice & Science, has been appointed as the next dean of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy. Kolesar will assume her new role on July 15.

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