OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy has hired Robert Welch, a 2002 alumnus, as director of the school’s National Center for Cannabis Research and Education. “I am excited about Dr. Welch’s leadership and his passion for the work,” said Donna Strum, dean of the School of Pharmacy. “His experience in bothRead the story …
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Pharmacy Alumnus Tapped as Cannabis Center Director
Robert Welch welcomes 'unique opportunity' in cannabis research
May 23, 2023 by
Pharmacy School Honors Distinguished, Early Career Alumni
Marion, Valentine and Vest recognized at annual banquet
May 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy celebrated three of its alumni during the school’s recent Alumni Weekend awards banquet. Those recognized were Robert Marion and Jimmie Valentine, both receiving the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award, and Mary-Haston Vest, who received the 2023 Early Career Alumni Award. Marion earned a bachelor’s degree inRead the story …
School of Pharmacy Names Distinguished Teaching Scholars
Educators awarded for their efforts to train future researchers and professionals
April 23, 2023 by
OXFORD and JACKSON, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy has named three faculty members as Distinguished Teaching Scholars for a term of three years. Sally Earl, clinical assistant professor of pharmacy practice; Kayla Stover, professor of pharmacy practice; and Noa Valcarcel, instructional assistant professor of pharmacology, were honored for dedication to teachingRead the story …
Pharmacy Educator Earns Prestigious New Investigator Award
Crumby recognized for excellence in research efforts with grant
April 19, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy has recognized Ashley Crumby, instructional assistant professor in the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, with a 2023 New Investigator Award. AACP annually awards researchers in the first five years of their careers to help them establish baseline data for a body of research work.Read the story …
National Pharmacy Board Head to Deliver Hartman Lecture
Lemrey 'Al' Carter will give annual pharmacy school lecture
March 21, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Lemrey “Al” Carter, executive director of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, will present the 2023 Charles W. Hartman Memorial Lecture on Friday (March 24) at the University of Mississippi. The annual lecture, hosted by the School of Pharmacy, will begin at noon in Room 1000 of the Thad Cochran ResearchRead the story …
Pharmacy School Hosting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Institute
Annual event to further school diversity efforts
December 19, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy is teaming with the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy to host the national virtual Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Institute in January 2023. Designed to support schools and colleges of pharmacy, the institute returns for the third year to help members further advance diversity, equity,Read the story …
Pfizer Leader Slated for Pharmacy School’s Waller Lecture
John D. Ludwig to share how pharmaceutical company developed its COVID-19 vaccine
September 13, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – John D. Ludwig, senior vice president for medicinal sciences at Pfizer Inc., is set to deliver the 2022 Coy W. Waller Distinguished Lecture at the University of Mississippi. The Sept. 16 lecture, “The COVID-19 Vaccine Development Story,” will detail the work that went into bringing the lifesaving vaccine to the public. TheRead the story …
Pharmacy Students Provide Health Care to Dominican Republic
Team sees more than 700 patients during medical mission trip.
September 8, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Six University of Mississippi pharmacy students spent part of their summer distributing medications and counseling patients in the Dominican Republic during a medical mission trip, and they say the experiences were life-changing and will make them better health care professionals. Hannah Harvey, of Collins; Michael Kelley, from Booneville; Ann Kate Meagher, ofRead the story …
Pharmacy Professor Working to Bring Needed Care to LGBTQ+ Patients
UMMC Center for Gender and Sexual Minority Health receives recognition for its lifesaving work
August 11, 2022 by
JACKSON, Miss. – For many LGBTQ+ patients, finding proper health care can be difficult. A lack of expertise about issues they face, in addition to discrimination, means that many can go without treatment. At the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, faculty are working to buck that trend and provide those needed services toRead the story …
Pharmacy Graduate Programs Aim to Increase Diverse Workforce
UM outreach efforts look to expand knowledge about pharmaceutical sciences
August 5, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – To raise awareness about the field of pharmaceutical sciences and career pathways among potential students across the region, the Office of Research and Graduate Programs at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy is investing in increased outreach and recruitment efforts. The school’s efforts focus on diverse undergraduate student populations throughout theRead the story …