Fall 2021 Archives - UGA Pharmacy Online Magazine

Fall 2021

New Double Dawgs Degree Offered at UGA’s College of Pharmacy

The College of Pharmacy now offers students interested in a career in pharmacy with a foundation in pharmaceutical sciences the opportunity to register for the University of Georgia’s newest Double Dawgs program, which combines a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).

PBS Expands Leadership Team; Dr. Shelley Hooks New Interim Department Head

The Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences (PBS) Department expanded its leadership team and appointed a new interim director just prior to the beginning of fall semester.

Pharmacy Research Scientist Receives Grant to Discover Treatment for Fatal Disease

Dr. Christopher Rice, an Assistant Research Scientist at UGA’s College of Pharmacy, has received a foundation grant to continue his research on Naegleria fowleri, a single-celled living organism that causes the brain-eating disease Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM).

PharmDawg Nation Makes a Difference With Vaccinations

It is more important than ever before to get vaccinated, not only to protect yourself, but to protect others. The College of Pharmacy is dedicated to making vaccinations easily accessible and readily available throughout the state.

PharmDawg Student Debt Lower Than National Average

The College of Pharmacy has access to approximately 110 scholarship funds that support students. For the 2021-22 academic year, an all time high of $360,000 of scholarship funding was awarded to deserving pharmacy students.

PharmDawg Students Gain UGA, State, National Recognition

The following highlights student accolades at UGA’s College of Pharmacy since May 1, 2021.

Recent Accomplishments of Faculty and Staff

The following highlights accomplishments of UGA’s College of Pharmacy’s faculty and staff since May 1, 2021.

Recent Faculty Publications

UGA’s College of Pharmacy faculty members have published the following articles since May 1, 2021.

Robie Lecture Slated For February 10

Salute to National Hispanic Pharmacists Association and Hispanic Heritage

Following National Hispanic Heritage Month, the College of Pharmacy is proud to salute our student chapter of the National Hispanic Pharmacists Association (NHPA).

Students Learn Valuable Pharmacy Skills Through Hepatitis Clinics

Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver that is transmitted through blood. Left unchecked, the virus can scar the liver and potentially lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, or death.

The PharmDawg Holiday Catalog

It’s here! Your one-stop shop for all your favorite UGA Pharmacy gear, sold by and directly supporting our fabulous student organizations at the College of Pharmacy.

Trio from Class of 2006 Share Bond Through College, GSHP

What are the odds that the last three presidents of the Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists (GSHP) would be all women….all UGA College of Pharmacy alumni….and all from the UGA College of Pharmacy’s Class of 2006? If you put money down on this winning trifecta, you would have taken the table.

UGA SNPhA Chapter to Host Regional Conference

UGA’s College of Pharmacy’s chapter of the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) will host the 2022 Regional Conference, which will be held February 25th through the 27th at the Westin Buckhead in Atlanta.

Virtual Tour Offers Insight Into Dementia

College of Pharmacy students, faculty, and staff had an opportunity to participate in the Virtual Dementia Tour sponsored by the Student College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) and organized by second year pharmacy student Jordan Glasgow.

Virtual Tour Portal Highlights College of Pharmacy

Since launching the College’s Virtual Tour Portal last summer, more than 1,000 prospective students and alumni have viewed its content. Recently, the site was updated with new videos, further highlighting what makes UGA Pharmacy unique.

Year-End Giving

Are you considering your end of calendar/tax year giving? If so, please consider one of the areas of impact below. Each of these funds directly supports our students and their journey to pursuing a pharmacy degree.

A Balancing Act: Pursuing a Dream While Keeping Family First

The full-time pursuit of an advanced degree is hard enough. But imagine both adults in a family pursuing advanced degrees, while caring for a toddler and expecting baby number two.

A Letter from the Dean

Welcome to the second edition of the UGA Script, our online magazine designed to share recent and remarkable news about UGA’s College of Pharmacy.

Bob Pease Exemplified the Power of Family, the Spirit of Generosity

By Mickey Montevideo

As a significant donor and friend to the College of Pharmacy, Bob’s untimely passing earlier this year left an indelible void for all who knew him.

Bringing Health Care to the Underserved and Vulnerable

Henry Young wants to make sure that all people—including the vulnerable and underserved—have access to the country’s immense medical resources.

Chu Lectureship Features Inventor of Life-Saving Drug, Brevibloc

Dr. Paul Erhardt, emeritus faculty at University of Toledo, to speak March 23, 2022.

College of Pharmacy Faculty Pioneer Innovative Critical Care Research Collaborative

Five faculty in the College of Pharmacy had a bold vision – to promote education and conduct research that would lead to improved outcomes for critically ill patients.

College of Pharmacy Partners with Other University System of Georgia Institutions to Meet Georgia’s Growing Need for Pharmacists

Employment opportunities in pharmacy are increasing in Georgia as the state is expected to employ pharmacists at a growth rate of 12.14% by 2028, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. To meet this need, undergraduate chemistry and biology students from three University System of Georgia colleges – Dalton State, Georgia Gwinnett College, and Georgia Southern – interested in a career in pharmacy now have a streamlined approach for admission into the University of Georgia’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

College of Pharmacy Reaches Record Enrollment Numbers

Since June of this year, new student enrollment has been booming at the College of Pharmacy.

College of Pharmacy, APhA-ASP Host 19th Annual Pharmtoberfest

The College of Pharmacy and the American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) hosted the 19th annual Pharmtoberfest Health Fair October 21.

Dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness

The College of Pharmacy is dedicated to increasing awareness about breast cancer.

Dr. Lindsey Welch Receives Inaugural GPhA “Faculty Member of the Year” Award

Dr. Lindsey Welch ’08 received the inaugural Georgia Pharmacy Association (GPhA) “Faculty Member of the Year,” presented at the organization’s annual meeting held in June.

Faculty Pioneer Research Through Grant Awards

In 2021, College of Pharmacy faculty were awarded more than $3.5 million in grants from such prestigious institutions as the National Institutes of Health, the American Society of Health System Pharmacists, and the VA Medical Center. This year’s awards brings the total list to 38 active grants at the College.

Highlighting Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Faculty and Staff

This past May, UGA’s College of Pharmacy recognized National Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Dr. May Xiong, Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences, shared the poignant story of her Hmong heritage in the College’s marketing materials and social media. Here is her story, along with the perspectives of fellow colleagues.

Honoring Exceptional Alumni from the UGA College of Pharmacy

During this year’s inaugural Dean’s Tailgate, held November 6th prior to the UGA vs. Missouri football game, the College of Pharmacy presented awards to five distinguished alumni and friends.

International Biomedical Regulatory Sciences Has Story to Tell

One of the College of Pharmacy’s greatest assets is perhaps one of its best kept secrets. However, the College is working diligently to assure that this world-class program gets the recognition it’s due and its story told.

Introducing the Newest PharmDawgs

The College of Pharmacy announces new additions to the PharmDawg family since May 2021.