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University of Kentucky shines at ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting 2025 Students reach top ten in national competition

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Dec 17, 2025
College-wide, Healthcare, Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy and UK HealthCare Pharmacy Services brought a robust presence to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas last week, with faculty and students presenting groundbreaking research, leading educational sessions and achieving national recognition.

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Trailblazing alumna Latrice Strings receives Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Award

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Oct 10, 2024
Alumni, Community, Healthcare, Professional News

Each year, the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) recognizes one distinguished alumnus with the Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence award, highlighting their exceptional achievements and contributions to society. This year, the honor goes to Latrice Strings, PharmD, a proud alumna from the class of 1999, in recognition of her outstanding work in healthcare and her commitment to community service.

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Dean's Seminar Series: Dr. Geeta Narlikar

Mar 28, 2024, 12:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Healthcare, Seminars

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Pharmacy Day at the Capitol: Advocating for a Healthy Kentucky

Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Jan 19, 2024
College-wide, Healthcare

Pharmacy professionals in Kentucky are gearing up for an event that will underscore their invaluable role in delivering safe and effective patient care. Presented by the Kentucky Pharmacists Association (KPhA) in collaboration with the Kentucky Society of Health-System Pharmacists (KSHP), Kentucky Pharmacy Day at the Capitol provides an ideal platform for legislators to gain insights into the challenges facing the pharmacy profession. 

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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. 

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UKCOP @ Lexington Pride

Jun 24, 2023
Community, Healthcare

UK Bluegrass Care Clinic will be at Lexington Pride Festival at the Central Bank Center on June 24, 2023, to promote sexual wellness and offer Mpox vaccinations. Protect yourself from Mpox by stopping by the booth for a free immunization and more information on how to stay up to date on your sexual health care.

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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.

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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.

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Examining the impact of cultural myths on pain management in Black people

R. Kip Guy
 Feb 28, 2023
Healthcare

The University of Kentucky Public Relations and Strategic Communications Office provides a weekly health column available for use and reprint by news media. This week's column is by R. Kip Guy, Ph.D., dean of the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy.

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Pharmacy’s Hatton Kolpek Retires After 33 Years of Service

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz
 Oct 5, 2022
Community, Healthcare, Professional News

Celebrated University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) faculty member Jimmi Hatton Kolpek, Pharm.D., R151, retires following an exemplary career as tenured professor and former chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice and professor of neurosurgery in the College of Medicine. She will step down from her role on October 31, 2022, after devoting 33 years to teaching, research, and mentorship.

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