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InterActions: A Lasting Reflection of Michigan Pharmacy
August 18, 2026
When the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy began designing its new home, every detail was considered with purpose — from innovative research spaces to collaborative areas where students, faculty, alumni and visitors could connect.
The building itself was envisioned as more than a place to learn and discover. It would also tell the story of […]
Ashley Kuzmik: Bridging the Gap Between Hospital and Home
August 10, 2026
For many families, the transition from hospital to home after a loved one with dementia is discharged can be overwhelming. New medications, changing symptoms, mobility challenges and the demands of caregiving often converge all at once, leaving families to navigate an already difficult journey. Helping make that transition easier is at the heart of Ashley […]
From Student Support to Endowed Legacy
June 22, 2026
Allen J. Sedman, PhD ’73, MD ’78, and Aileen B. Sedman, MD ’78, have spent their lives utilizing the knowledge imparted by the University of Michigan. In turn, they have expressed their gratitude through gifts bestowed to the College of Pharmacy and the Department of Pediatrics.
Allen Sedman arrived at U-M at a time when pharmacokinetics […]
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Stories at the Edge of Healthcare Innovation
Jennifer Hagopian on Curiosity, Mentorship and Transplant Pharmacy
August 19, 2026
When Jennifer (Jen) Hagopian, PharmD, BCPS, BCTXP, selected a solid organ transplant APPE as a pharmacy student, she wasn’t planning her future career. She simply wanted to explore an area she didn’t know much about. That one rotation changed everything.
“I just tried to pick things that I didn’t really know too much about,” Dr. Hagopian […]
InterActions: A Lasting Reflection of Michigan Pharmacy
August 18, 2026
When the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy began designing its new home, every detail was considered with purpose — from innovative research spaces to collaborative areas where students, faculty, alumni and visitors could connect.
The building itself was envisioned as more than a place to learn and discover. It would also tell the story of […]
The Pharmacy Changemakers Who Shaped 150 Years of Innovation
August 17, 2026
For 150 years, the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy has been leading at pharmacy’s edge. While groundbreaking discoveries, pioneering programs and historic firsts have defined our legacy, the true story of our College is a story of people.
Faculty members who challenged conventional thinking. Alumni who transformed industries. Researchers whose discoveries improved patient care around […]
EVENTS
Engage & Excel: The College of Pharmacy Events Calendar
August, 2026
Grand Opening of the College of Pharmacy Building
Dean Vicki Ellingrod Cordially Invites You to an Open House to Celebrate the Grand Opening of the College of Pharmacy Building
We are excited to see everyone who has registered for the event. An email with the “Know Before You Go” details has been sent.
This event is by invitation only. Registration is now closed.
Friday, August 28, […]
August, 2026
U-M College of Pharmacy Community Health and Engagement: ICD and Islamic Relief for Day of Dignity
U-M College of Pharmacy Community Health and Engagement
From hosting flu vaccine clinics to administering safe medication disposal events, our students actively participate in community service.
Event Information:
ICD and Islamic Relief for Day of Dignity, a drive-thru community distribution created to support the whole family.
Families can receive school kits and backpacks, hygiene kits, Winter Jackets, family […]
September, 2026
Food for Thought: Advocacy in Action with the Michigan Pharmacists Association and Dean Ellingrod
Food for Thought: Advocacy in Action with the Michigan Pharmacists Association and Dean Ellingrod
Event Information:
Have you ever wondered why pharmacists must be certified to administer vaccines while other healthcare providers do not?
Did you know that pharmacists practicing in rural communities may soon qualify for loan repayment programs?
Michigan pharmacists are now authorized to prescribe oral contraceptives, […]