School of Pharmacy

For Two Decades UConn Keeps Migrant Farmers Healthy

Learn more about the powerful impact the volunteer, student-run UConn Migrant Farm Worker Clinic has been having on the underserved migrant farmer population across Connecticut since the summer of 1997.

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Op-ed: To Lower Drug Costs, End Prescription Coupons

A common prescription drug industry practice has the effect of driving up the cost of medication in the U.S., writes C. Michael White, professor of pharmacy practice.

Craig Coleman speaks at ISTH 2019

Experts in Anticoagulation Launch International Inter-Professional Guidelines. Here’s Why.

UConn School of Pharmacy professor Craig I. Coleman is at the forefront of 'best practices' in patient care.

Nate Rickles teaches a Continuing Education Class in 2019.

Pharmacists and Students Learn Mental Health First Aid in New Seminar

Treating mental health issues with the same sensitivity as physical issues is the goal of the mental health first aid training program.

Robert Mownn '21 (Pharm. D.) is the recipient of the 2019 Karl a. Nieforth Pharmacy Student Research Award.

Nieforth Researcher Robert Mownn ’21 Looks to Identify the Molecular Mechanisms that Drive Drug Use

The Nieforth Student Research Award encourages Pharm. D. students to explore fields of research interest that are influencing their career choices.

Nathaniel Rickles leads a pharmacy continuing education at UConn.

UConn’s Office of Pharmacy Professional Development Reaccredited through 2024

UConn’s Office of Pharmacy Professional Development (OPPD) has been reaccredited through June 2024 by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education Continuing Pharmacy Education Commission and its board of directors. In the last two years, the OPPD has embarked on a number of projects that have been well-received by the pharmacy community both regionally and nationally. […]

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OVPR Announces Research Excellence Awards

The primary goal of the REP is to provide seed funding to fuel innovative research, scholarship, and creative endeavors with strong potential for significant extramural funding and/or achievements consistent with the highest standards of accomplishment in the discipline.

Devra Dang meets with students to discuss a patient's diagnosis.

Devra Dang and Emily Perriello Named 2019 APPE Preceptors of the Year

2019 Pharm.D. graduates tap two professors to receive awards for their commitment to student training.

Pharm D award winners 2019

2019 Pharm.D. Graduate Awards and Accolades

The School of Pharmacy honored 2019 Doctor of Pharmacy award winners at the annual awards banquet held on Friday, May 10 in the Lewis B. Rome Commons Ballroom. The evening celebrates the special achievements of students graduating the following day. Many thanks to all of the donors who make these awards possible and congratulations to […]

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Common Antidepressants Increase Risk of Falls in Older Adults

Increased risk of falls in the elderly population is an unwanted side effect of many commonly prescribed antidepressants, say UConn pharmacy faculty.