White Coat Ceremony Welcomes PharmD Class of 2027
First-year learners were welcomed to the pharmacy profession with a meaningful blend of tradition and celebration, surrounded by friends, family, faculty, and staff.
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From community college to PharmD residency via UCSF
Nearly a third of the University of California’s Class of 2024 started their higher education journey at California community colleges, including Warif Kastoun, PharmD, whose plans to run her own local pharmacy in Damascus, Syria, were interrupted by civil war.
Pomp, circumstance, and pride at Class of 2024 commencement
Overcoming a neighborhood power outage to receive their PharmD degrees, 120 graduates representing a global village celebrated their official entry into the profession of pharmacy.
So named ASHP fellow: “Pharmacy is a lifetime-learning career”
Department of Clinical Pharmacy volunteer faculty member Kethen So, PharmD, MBA, challenges students to continuously expand their practice and will be honored on June 11, 2024, as a fellow by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Dean Giacomini elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences
As one of the few pharmacist-scientists to be elected to the historic society, Giacomini represents excellence in the field as well as dedication to the Academy’s mission of engaging across disciplines and divides.
New pathway programs funded by the California Health Care Foundation
The programs are aimed at reducing the health care disparities of pharmacy deserts by cultivating interest in pharmacy careers among underserved communities.
First-year students go to state capital for Advocacy Day 2024
The California Pharmacists Association (CPhA) and the United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals (UNAC/UHCP) hosted a grassroots event to offer insight to legislation affecting the profession of pharmacy.
UCSF School of Pharmacy ranked 1st in California, 2nd in nation
UCSF School of Pharmacy is recognized for its innovative curriculum, top NIH-funded research, and cutting -edge programs in AI, drug discovery, and collaborative science.
UCSF School of Pharmacy ranked 1st in California, 2nd in nation
Leadership in research and innovation paired with an ever-evolving course of study keeps pace with diverse and dynamic careers in pharmacy and beyond.
One woman’s perspective: From Navy helicopter pilot to clinical pharmacy care for veterans
A former Navy helicopter pilot, now a VA pain management clinical pharmacist, draws on military and personal experiences to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.
One woman’s perspective: From Navy helicopter pilot to clinical pharmacy care for veterans
Diana Cowell, PharmD, MBA, leveraged her military and pharmacy experience from around the world to provide comprehensive medication management and become a specialist in pain management for veterans.
School of Pharmacy leads in NIH funding for the 44th straight year
School researchers netted $36.7M from 65 grants, fueling efforts spanning drug discovery, bioengineering, pharmacokinetics, clinical pharmacy, and more.
Cheng and Panahi top 132 other teams to win national clinical skills competition
Linda Cheng and Siavash Panahi earn first-place honors in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) 28th Clinical Skills Competition.
Remembering David Adler
A tribute is planned for January 13, 2024, in honor of the clinical pharmacy pioneer who became a role model for social justice, education, and service in the field of pharmacy.
Executive Vice Dean Youmans honored with ASHP-ABHP Joint Leadership Award
The award from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the Association of Black Health-System Pharmacists recognizes efforts to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in health care.
PharmD program creates new opportunities to explore industry and research career paths
Students keep pace with latest innovations through experiential options and advanced degrees.
Four honored with UCSF Chancellor Awards for Diversity
Youmans, Davidson, Stephens, and Williams recognized for dedication to sustained, meaningful service toward equity and belonging.
2023 scholarships empower PharmD students in their pursuit of excellence
More than 40 awardees supported in their PharmD pursuits.
Stebbins named Pharmacist of the Year by California Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP)
Emeritus faculty member recognized as pioneer of pharmacy practice models.