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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.

AACP Pharmacy Education 2023 Reception

Jul 23, 2023, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Alumni, Community

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

UKCOP @ Keeneland Tailgate

Apr 22, 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Alumni, College-wide, Community

Let’s have a fun day at the races! All students, employees, alumni, preceptors, and friends of UKCOP are invited to attend this family-friendly, free event.

Elevating the Stories of Black Women: Dr. Virginia Alexander and Shirley Chisholm

Mar 27, 2023, 5:00 – 6:30 PM

College-wide, Community

The University of Kentucky Center for Health Equity Transformation is hosting the next event in its 2022-2023 Elevating Equity Speaker Series, co-sponsored by Anthem BlueCross and BlueShield Medicaid, the Gaines Center for the Humanities, and the Commonwealth Institute for Black Studies. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Vanessa Northington Gamble and Dr. Anastasia Curwood about the lives of Dr. Virginia Alexander and Shirley Chisholm, their experiences as biographers, and the importance of telling Black women’s stories.

Student points to research poster while a man looks on

College of Pharmacy to Host Symposium on Therapeutic Manipulation of Immune Function

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Mar 6, 2023

Alumni, Community

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) will host its eleventh annual Therapeutics, Outcomes, Discovery & Delivery (TODD) Symposium from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, at the Lee T. Todd, Jr. Building.

Global Health Book Club

Apr 18, 2023, 4:00 PM – Apr 19, 2023, 1:00 PM

Community

Join globally-minded faculty, staff, and students and engage in global health thought without getting on a plane. Participants will read at their own pace, have support from the Office of Global Health Initiatives, and be able to discuss the book with fellow readers at their choice of an in-person or virtual small group event.

Central Kentucky Heart Ball: Bring a Ball to the Ball

Feb 20–24, 2023

Community

The Central Kentucky Heart Ball is on February 24th. Kentucky Children's Hospital and CCHMC are joint “Bring a Ball to the Ball” sponsors this year. This sponsorship requests that all attendees and supporters of the Heart Ball donate new sports balls that are in turn delivered to SOAR (Shaping our Appalachian Region) and distributed throughout Eastern KY to promote health and fitness to kids who may not otherwise have access. Drop off box is located in the Dean's suite.

State of the College Address

Feb 22, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Alumni, College-wide, Community

Dean Guy will deliver the annual State of the College Address on Wednesday at 12 noon EST to discuss our community, culture, and future. This event is open to all audiences. Click on details above to join the Zoom meeting.

A Commonwealth Evening: Kentucky at APhA Reception 2023

Mar 25, 2023, 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Community

Join us for a free evening reception to network and connect with new and old friends from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Location: 340 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 - Sheraton Phoenix Downton Room: Laveen B

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