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McLaurin, Tidgewell Join University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy Faculty

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jul 7, 2023
Healthcare, Research

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy proudly announces the addition of two esteemed researchers to its faculty: Kristen A. McLaurin, Ph.D., and Kevin Tidgewell, Ph.D. Their extensive expertise in fields such as behavioral neuroscience, substance use disorders, natural product discovery, and medicinal chemistry will significantly bolster the College's commitment to pioneering research and innovative education. 

Palmer's pharmacy following the bombing

Zirl A. Palmer: Pharmacist and Advocate in the African American Community of Lexington

By Eric L. Welch
 Jun 14, 2023
Community, Research

This article first appeared in Pharmacy Chronicles: History of Pharmacy SIG Newsletter.  

Molly Carr and Kelsie Skaggs pose in front of Bluegrass Community Health Center Pharmacy

College of Pharmacy Supports Expansion of Pharmacy Services to Underserved Communities

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 May 30, 2023
Alumni, Community, Healthcare

Through its partnership with the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, Bluegrass Community Health Center ensures that underserved and vulnerable community members receive appropriate, compassionate care, including equitable and affordable medication access.

Researchers group

College of Pharmacy receives funding to increase access to lifesaving treatment for opioid use disorder

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 May 3, 2023
Healthcare, Research

The Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (FORE) has selected the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy as one of three higher education entities funded to improve access to medications for opioid use disorder in pharmacies and health care settings.

Jeff Cain and Frank Romanelli headshots

Cain, Romanelli Receive AACP Rufus A. Lyman Award

Maureen Thielemans
 Apr 20, 2023
Professional News

The Rufus A. Lyman Award is presented annually to the author(s) of the best paper published in the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.

Oyler co-PI on $5.3M Project Empowering Dentists to Reduce Opioid Prescriptions to Young People

By Dani Jaffe
 Apr 17, 2023
College-wide, Professional News, Training/Professional Development

With National Institutes of Health funding, faculty from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and College of Pharmacy are examining opioid prescriptions for adolescents and young adults after major dental procedures.

Brazzell, Mann headshots

College of Pharmacy Alumni Recognized for Lifetime Achievement

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Apr 3, 2023
Alumni, Professional News

Two accomplished University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) alums will become the latest inductees to the College’s Hall of Distinguished Alumni. The College will recognize their professional achievements at the Hall of Distinguished Alumni & Preceptors awards ceremony Friday, April 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. EDT.

pharmacy student with palm up smiling, being licked by service dog

College of Pharmacy Unleashes New Drug Delivery Program

By Keagan Poole
 Apr 1, 2023
College-wide, Professional News, Training/Professional Development

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is introducing a groundbreaking new program: PharmaDogs. This innovative partnership with 4 Paws at UK, the on-campus branch of 4 Paws for Ability, will once again position the College at the forefront of cutting-edge patient care and modern education.

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Pharmacy to Honor Five Distinguished Preceptors in Annual Awards Ceremony

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Mar 30, 2023
College-wide, Professional News, Training/Professional Development

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) will honor five preceptors into the Hall of Distinguished Preceptors (HODP) during the annual awards ceremony on Friday, April 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. EDT.

Jason Edwards smiling

Edwards Named College of Pharmacy Director of Enrollment Management

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Mar 23, 2023
Admissions, Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) has named Jason Edwards as its next Director of Enrollment Management to lead recruitment and advising efforts in the admissions process of prospective students.  

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