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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.

College of Pharmacy Maintains Top National Ranking

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Apr 25, 2024

College-wide, Professional News

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) is proud to announce it has upheld its position as the sixth-ranked school of pharmacy in the United States, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2024. This designation places UKCOP among the top echelon of 141 accredited PharmD programs nationally.

Iowa's Letendre to Deliver Foster Leadership Lecture

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Apr 15, 2024

Alumni, College-wide, Training/Professional Development

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.

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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Our Top 23 of 2023

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Dec 22, 2023

Alumni, College-wide, Community

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

Pharmacy Welcomes New Faculty as Academic Year Begins

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Oct 5, 2023

College-wide, Training/Professional Development

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is pleased to announce the recent additions of Ashlan J. Kunz Coyne, PharmD, MPH, and Courtney Simpkins, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, to the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science. These esteemed professionals have joined the faculty as assistant professors, marking a significant step forward in the department's commitment to excellence in education and research.

Transforming Pharmacy Practice for a Healthier Kentucky

Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Sep 21, 2023

College-wide, Training/Professional Development

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy announces the expansion and restructure of the Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice (CAPP), under the leadership of its new director Brooke Hudspeth, PharmD, chief practice officer.

White Coat Ceremony

Aug 18, 2023, 4:00 – 6:00 PM

College-wide

Join us at the Singletary Center on UK's campus, or watch the live stream of the White Coat Ceremony as the incoming class of PharmD and PhD students receive their professional white coats.

Back to School Picnic

Aug 28, 2023, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

College-wide

Meet the new students and employees at our welcome back event on August 28, 3:00-5:00 pm, at the College of Medicine Learning Center Lawn (between COP and Speedway).

Distinguished Pharmacy Educator, Leader Patrick J. McNamara Retires

By Rosa Mejia-Cruz

Aug 7, 2023

College-wide, Community, Professional News

After an exceptional 43-year career as a dedicated educator, esteemed researcher, and visionary administrator, the College announces McNamara’s retirement. He leaves invaluable contributions to the pharmaceutical sciences and a permanent mark on the academic community.

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