Meet the Class of 2029: Future Pharmacists with Purpose (and Personality!)

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September 29, 2025
The newest Pharm.D. students at UT Austin are already thinking like healthcare leaders, bringing bold ideas in equity, innovation and patient care. From aspiring perioperative pharmacists to health educators, they're driven to make a difference—and beyond the classroom, they're poets, performers, runners and more.

UT Austin Pharmacy Students Gain Transformative Experience at SIMS Program

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September 26, 2025
Each summer, UT Austin pharmacy students attend the Hazelden Betty Ford SIMS program to gain firsthand insight into substance use and recovery. This immersive experience builds empathy, reduces stigma and prepares students to lead in addiction care. The college proudly supports this transformative experience through dedicated funding.

College of Pharmacy at a "New Ivy": UT Austin Makes Forbes List

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September 21, 2025
The University of Texas at Austin has been named one of Forbes' "New Ivies" in its 2025 Top Colleges list! Even more exciting, our College of Pharmacy is one of only a few pharmacy schools represented—alongside peers like Purdue, Michigan, UNC, and Pitt.

Supporting Your Mental Health: Resources for Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day

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September 19, 2025
In honor of Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day, the College of Pharmacy is highlighting the importance of mental health support for students, faculty and staff. With help from the Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC), a variety of resources are available to support well-being and encourage reaching out—whether for yourself or someone else.

Acosta Honored with 2025–26 Faculty Mentoring Award

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September 15, 2025
Dean W. Renee' Acosta has been recognized for her exceptional dedication to faculty mentoring at the College of Pharmacy. Her leadership and commitment continue to foster professional growth and academic excellence across the faculty community.

2025 College of Pharmacy Awards: Outstanding Partners and Contributors

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September 8, 2025
The College of Pharmacy proudly announces the inaugural 2025 College of Pharmacy Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional partnership, innovation and impact across pharmacy practice, research and engagement. These honorees exemplify the college's mission and values, with a shared commitment to opportunity and belonging.

Honoring the 2025 UT Pharmacy Alumni Award Recipients

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August 22, 2025
The Texas Pharmacy Alumni Association proudly announces the 2025 Alumni Award recipients: Carlton (Carl) K. Erickson, Ph.D., Alma Y. Gutierrez, R.Ph., Kristin M. Janzen, Pharm.D. and Cathleen McCormack, Pharm.D. These outstanding honorees will be receive their award at the Dose of Distinction celebration dinner on Friday, October 24, 2025, in Austin and will also be recognized at the Homecoming Tailgate on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

The Daily Texan Introduces UT Fall 2025 Leadership

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August 19, 2025
The Daily Texan just introduced UT's incoming Fall 2025 leadership—featuring none other than Dean Sam Poloyac, a passionate leader who loves welcoming students at the White Coat Ceremony and guiding them toward a purpose-driven pharmacy career.

Building Pharmacist Confidence With CGM Technology

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August 12, 2025
Dr. Morgan Stewart, Pharm.D., BCACP, BC-ADM, spoke with Drug Topics about how pharmacists' confidence in using and recommending continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology is influenced by their training, exposure and institutional support.

UT Austin Pharmacy Students Earn 2025 ACCP Chapter of the Year

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August 7, 2025
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy's ACCP student chapter has been named the 2025 ACCP Outstanding Student Chapter—a prestigious national honor recognizing leadership, service and professional excellence.