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

Rosa Mejia-Cruz Oct 10, 2024

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.

Alumnus Mark Huffmyer passes away, leaves legacy of global learning

Rosa Mejia-Cruz Jul 11, 2024

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.

Iowa's Letendre to Deliver Foster Leadership Lecture

Rosa Mejia-Cruz Apr 15, 2024

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) is honored to announce that Donald E. Letendre, dean of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy and a distinguished alumnus, will deliver the annual Dr. Thomas S. Foster Leadership Lecture. The lecture, titled "Leadership & Mentoring: Anecdotes, Adages, and Reflections from an Accidental Dean," is scheduled for noon on Thursday, April 18.

UK College of Pharmacy Recognizes Distinguished Alumni Achievements

Rosa Mejia-Cruz Apr 3, 2024

The honorees for this year's Lifetime Achievement Award include Carol Gallagher (BS, PharmD ‘89) and Samuel Poloyac (PharmD ’95, Ph.D. ‘99), whose careers have exemplified the pinnacle of professional success, leadership, innovation, and sustained contribution. Danielle Griggs (PharmD ’14) will also be recognized with the Young Alumni Award, honoring her remarkable impact on the field within a decade of graduation. A panel comprising past inductees selected this year's recipients.

Leading with Purpose: Celebrating Women's Pioneering Roles in Pharmacy

Rosa Mejia-Cruz Mar 29, 2024

The pharmacy landscape in the United States has undergone a remarkable transformation, with women pharmacists now representing between 62% and 75% of the profession—a stark contrast to the 14% seen in the mid-1960s. As Women’s History Month draws to a close, Lu Shawna Lawson, PharmD, MPA, a trailblazer and senior pharmacist at Community Health Network Specialty Pharmacy, shared insights into her career, challenges, inspirations, and advice for future pharmacists.

Hall of Distinguished Alumni & Preceptors Ceremony

Apr 19, 2024, 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Hall of Distinguished Alumni and Preceptors award ceremony celebrating the 2024 inductees.

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Our Top 23 of 2023

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz Dec 22, 2023

A recap of our top moments of 2023 (in no particular order).

Rivera Named 2023 Paul Parker Award Recipient

Rosa Mejia-Cruz Nov 9, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (November 9, 2023) — José O. Rivera, PharmD, R77, current and founding dean of the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) School of Pharmacy, has been named as the recipient of the 2023 Paul F. Parker Award. This distinguished recognition will be conferred at the upcoming American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear meeting in Anaheim, California.

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

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.

AACP Pharmacy Education 2023 Reception

Jul 23, 2023, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Alumni and friends of UKCOP will gather during AACP's annual meeting.

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