College of Pharmacy News Archive

Robert O. (Bill) Williams III, Ph.D. has been recognized for his exceptional dedication to faculty mentoring at the College of Pharmacy. His hands-on approach to faculty guidance has had a significant positive effect on students, faculty and the college community.

Distinguished alumni of The University of Texas at Austin have shown their support through funds dedicated to the areas of the college that are most important to them. Here are a few of those many funds and the generous alumni and supporters behind them.

Your generous gift of $50 or more will purchase one or more white coats for incoming Texas Pharmacy students. Becoming a sponsor is an exciting and rewarding way for our alumni and friends to make a personal connection with the entering students.

In Magnolia, Texas, Magnolia Pharmacy has grown from a neighborhood drugstore into a vital healthcare hub, redefining what independent pharmacy can look like in a changing landscape. Led by a father-son duo of The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy alumni, the Hoffarts are blending tradition with innovation to deliver personalized, whole-person care. As pharmacy deserts expand nationwide, their story shows how community-rooted care can step in to fill critical gaps—one patient at a time.

On Friday, April 10, 2026, NEXXUS, a cross-disciplinary partnership at The University of Texas at Austin launched between the College of Pharmacy, McCombs School of Business and Dell Medical School, held Final Presentations from its third cohort, demonstrating student mastery and evaluation of healthcare and bioscience innovations.

The College of Pharmacy welcomed alumni back to the Forty Acres for Reunion Weekend, honoring graduates from the Classes of 1976, 2001 and 2016. Held April 17-19 in Austin, Texas, the weekend brought together alumni celebrating 10-, 25-, and 50-year milestones through a vibrant program of connection, reflection and Texas Pharmacy pride.

The Class of 2026 M.S., Ph.D. and Pharm.D. graduates walked across the stage in style to celebrate their accomplishments on May 9, 2026.

The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy again exceeded last year's residency match rate, highlighting the continued strength of its academic, clinical and professional training programs.

The 22nd Annual Louis C. Littlefield Celebrating Pharmacy Research Excellence Day was held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center and featuring innovative research from across the college community.

The College of Pharmacy's 4th Annual Industry & Research Symposium brought together students, alumni and professionals in Austin for an evening of networking, mentorship and career exploration. Through roundtables, interactive sessions and a keynote address, attendees gained insight into diverse pathways in the pharmaceutical industry while building meaningful professional connections.