Jasmine Luzum (formerly Talameh), PharmD, PhD, BCPS, assistant professor of clinical pharmacy, was named a Rising Star by her alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. The award, which recognizes alumni of the university who are making great achievements while still early in their careers, was presented to Dr. Luzum at the Rxtravaganza […]

David Schapiro, a P3 student, spoke about his personal experiences with prescription drug pricing and shortages at the invitation of U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) at a press conference on December 6th. Peters held the presser at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac to highlight his investigation into rising prescription drug costs and drug shortages […]

On September 25, 2019, University of Michigan College of Pharmacy students, faculty, and friends were treated to a presentation from invited guest speaker, Kim L.R. Brouwer, PharmD, PhD. Dr. Brouwer was the third recipient of the Allen J. Sedman Lecture award. Dr. Brouwer is Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education, UNC Eshelman School of […]

Recently published in Science Advances, “long-acting reversible contraception by effervescent microneedle patch” describes a new contraceptive patch with biodegradable microneedles that release hormones under the skin. According to the authors from Georgia Tech and the University of Michigan, including Steven Schwendeman, PhD, Chair and Ara G. Paul Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, their work aims to […]

The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) has named Ilisa Bernstein, PharmD, JD, FAPhA, as its new Senior Vice President of Pharmacy Practice and Government Affairs, effective October 14. Dr. Bernstein will be responsible for leading implementation of the association’s strategies related to professional affairs, pharmacy practice, advocacy, and government affairs. APhA, founded in 1852, represents 60,000 […]

Mustapha Beleh, PhD, is the recipient of the 2019 Teaching Excellence Award. This award recognizes exceptional teaching in the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy’s PharmD and PhD programs. Dr. Beleh is the Director of Education and a lecturer in medicinal chemistry. “Being named as the recipient of the teaching excellence award carries a special […]

Sumit Bandekar, Medicinal Chemistry PhD Candidate, has been awarded a Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award for Individual Predoctoral Fellows. The award supports promising doctoral candidates who will perform dissertation research and training for a PhD degree in a scientific health-related field relevant to the mission of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) during the […]

The University of Michigan College of Pharmacy announces the addition of Regina McClinton, PhD, to its staff as the College’s first chief diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) officer. Regina McClinton is a certified diversity professional, committed to helping others in achieving their goals in intercultural competence and inclusion.  She earned her Ph.D. in plant biology […]

To recognize outstanding student leadership in the area of campus mental health, the University of Michigan initiated the Student Mental Health Advocate Award in 2007. The undergraduate and graduate students who have been nominated from across the country have all made a significant impact in their campus communities by raising awareness of mental health issues, […]