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Tue, 05/13/2025
Study reveals pharmacy care perceived differently by diverse populations, including patients with disabilities
In a new study, University of Kansas researchers found the most acute differences in perspectives on pharmacy interactions come from communication issues specific to hearing loss and “limited physical space for patients in wheelchairs” experienced by respondents.
Thu, 05/01/2025
David Dietz named University of Kansas dean of pharmacy
The University of Kansas has selected David Dietz as the next dean of the School of Pharmacy. Dietz is currently a faculty member and associate dean of research strategy at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo. He will begin his new role Aug. 1.
Wed, 04/23/2025
Novel peptide research offers waves of potential
Bloom, assistant professor of medicinal chemistry, and his team of graduate and undergraduate student researchers are creating new peptides that could someday be used to stop viruses from replicating, improve stroke recovery, reduce obesity, or prevent neurogenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease.
Wed, 04/23/2025
Higgins grateful for KU’s influence
Lily Higgins found much more than a Pharm.D. degree. At KU she was “more than a number,” she found faculty who were interested in her, she found “close relationships” in her pre-pharmacy and pharmacy classes, and she found an opportunity to connect her healthcare ambitions with her passion for children.
Wed, 04/16/2025
VanMeerhaeghe bound for fellowship in NYC
P4 student Sydney VanMeerhaeghe, Louisburg, was recently accepted into the prestigious Rutgers Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Program (RPIF) and will serve in a Pfizer Oncology Medical Affairs Fellowship after she graduates in May.
Thu, 04/10/2025
Kelly Battese honored with KU Pharmacy Distinguished Service Award
Rear Admiral Kelly Battese of the U.S. Public Health Service and Indian Health Service (IHS) has been selected as the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy 2025 Distinguished Service Award recipient. Battese will be recognized Friday evening April 11 in a ceremony at the Pharmacy Building on West Campus.
Tue, 03/04/2025
Third pharmacy dean candidate to present March 6, schedule updated
Chrissa Kioussi, a professor and chair of pharmaceutical sciences at Oregon State University, will be the third candidate for the School of Pharmacy dean position to present her vision for the school. Her presentation is set for 4-5 p.m. March 6.
Tue, 02/25/2025
School of Pharmacy dean candidate to present Feb. 27
Aaron Mohs will be the next candidate for the dean of the School of Pharmacy position to visit the University of Kansas Lawrence campus and give a public presentation.
Thu, 02/20/2025
Final School of Pharmacy dean candidate to present March 13
David Dietz will be the final candidate for the dean of the School of Pharmacy position to visit the University of Kansas Lawrence campus and share his vision for the school.
Thu, 02/13/2025
First dean candidate for the School of Pharmacy to present Feb. 17
Theresa Shireman will be the first candidate for the dean of the School of Pharmacy position to visit the University of Kansas Lawrence campus and give a public presentation.
Mon, 02/03/2025
KU to welcome School of Pharmacy dean candidates to Lawrence campus
Four candidates will hold public presentations in consideration of becoming the next dean of the School of Pharmacy at the University of Kansas.
Mon, 01/13/2025
Rick Couldry selected as School of Pharmacy distinguished graduate
The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy has selected Rick Couldry, vice president of pharmacy and health professions at the University of Kansas Health System, for its 2025 Distinguished Graduate Award.
Fri, 12/20/2024
Research points the way to lifesaving antiparasitic drugs while unlocking a scientific mystery
A breakthrough in understanding how a single-cell parasite makes ergosterol (its version of cholesterol) could lead to more effective drugs for human leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease that inflicts about 1 million people and kills about 30,000 people around the world every year.
Wed, 12/18/2024
Parkinson’s drug comes to market with help of renowned University of Kansas pharmaceutical chemist
Val Stella, university distinguished professor emeritus of pharmaceutical chemistry, served as a consultant in developing Vyalev, which is delivered subcutaneously to Parkinson’s patients through a wearable pump that’s smaller, more comfortable and effective at providing consistent dosage than previous delivery methods. The drug and its pump deliver levodopa (L-dopa)/carbidopa-based therapy with more consistency, so patients don’t have symptoms flaring and subsiding, especially following s
Wed, 12/04/2024
Novel neuroscience research targets social loss therapy
KU School of Pharmacy Associate Professor of Pharmacology & Toxicology Adam Smith is uniquely exploring the brain science of social stress. Smith and his graduate student researchers are looking for ways that pharmacology can intersect with neurobiology with a goal of finding potential therapies that can help people better navigate stress.
Thu, 06/13/2024
Catch the wave: How AI can power drug discovery
Mike Wolfe recalls that when he first heard Research Rising announced in 2021, he had yet to formulate ideas about using “big data”—a combination of artificial intelligence technology and its related computational field, machine learning—to develop drug molecules. His expertise is in medicinal chemistry, not advanced computing, but as he began to learn about big data’s applications being used in private industry, a plan soon came together.
Fri, 05/31/2024
School of Pharmacy hosts 21st Mossberg/Mid-Kansas Management Rx Scholarship Golf Classic
The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy will hold its 21st Annual Howard & Ginger Mossberg/Mid-Kansas Management Rx Scholarship Golf Classic on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 at Falcon Lakes Golf Club in Basehor, Kansas. School of Pharmacy alumni, faculty, staff and friends are invited to register, and sponsorships are available to support KU Pharmacy scholarships.
Wed, 05/08/2024
KU Pharmacy joins KU Med and Wichita State in new Wichita Biomedical Campus
A partnership between the University of Kansas and Wichita State University, the facility will combine the Wichita campuses of KU School of Medicine and KU School of Pharmacy, along with Wichita State’s College of Health Professions and Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and WSU Tech’s health care program.
Fri, 04/19/2024
KU School of Pharmacy moves into U.S. News top 20
The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy has returned to the top 20 in the U.S. News & World Report ranking of “Best Pharmacy Schools.”
Fri, 04/12/2024
Caswell honored as KU Pharmacy Distinguished Service Award recipient
Brian Caswell, a 1987 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy and a Baxter Springs pharmacist and pharmacy owner, was recognized April 12 as the school’s 2024 Distinguished Service Award recipient.
Fri, 03/29/2024
Mendenhalls give back for grad students
Opportunity. For students considering graduate studies, the opportunity to explore such a choice isn’t always within reach. Doug Mendenhall has a passion to change that. The two-time graduate of the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy is grateful for his opportunity to complete a master’s degree in Medicinal Chemistry and...
Thu, 02/29/2024
Wolfe's Alzheimer's study has surprising findings
The research team came to the surprising conclusion that the stalled process of amyloid production — not the amyloid itself — can trigger loss of critical connections between nerve cells.
Thu, 02/08/2024
KU School of Pharmacy lowers non-resident tuition
The KU School of Pharmacy has lowered its non-resident tuition nearly $50,000, over the course of its four-year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program. The tuition reduction applies to first-year pharmacy students admitted during the current academic year and beyond. Over the course of the four-year Pharm.D. program, tuition for non-resident...
Wed, 01/17/2024
Pharmacy Summer Camp registration now open
High school students can now register for KU School of Pharmacy’s 2024 summer camp. Summer camp offers a hands-on experience to explore the pharmacy profession. In addition to day camps on the Lawrence campus June 10, 12 and 14, a two-day, two-night camp is offered June 23-25. ...
Wed, 01/10/2024
School of Pharmacy honors graduate Daniel Flynn
Daniel L. Flynn, a 1977 and 1981 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, is the recipient of the school’s Distinguished Graduate Award for 2024.
Thu, 11/09/2023
Toxicology grad thankful for KU’s impact on career
Doug Cox’s career took him to the mountain top and around the world. With gratitude, the 1986 Pharmacology & Toxicology Ph.D. graduate has left a generous IRA gift to the School of Pharmacy.
Wed, 11/08/2023
Salina students selected for KU Pharmacy scholarships
University of Kansas School of Pharmacy students Quinton Burger and Morgan Dolton, both of Salina, are the inaugural recipients of the Gary L. Grunewald School of Pharmacy Scholarships. The Grunewald Scholarship is a one-year, full-tuition scholarship endowed by the late professor of medicinal chemistry at the School of Pharmacy. A...
Wed, 10/18/2023
2023 homecoming tailgate Oct. 28
The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy is hosting its "2023 Homecoming Tailgate on The Hill" at 9 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 28, prior to the 11 a.m. football kickoff between the Kansas Jayhawks and Oklahoma Sooners. Alumni, faculty, staff and students are invited to attend the free event. Dean Ronald...
Fri, 09/08/2023
KU Pharmacy welcomes new class into profession
The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy hosted white coat ceremonies in September for its class of 2027. Faculty on the Wichita Campus helped their students don white coats on Sept. 5, while Lawrence Campus students met Sept. 7 at the Lied Center of Kansas for their rite of passage. ...