The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is excited to welcome nine new Bulldogs to the Drake family. ADMINISTRATION AND LEADERSHIP Michael Nelson, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management and Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Dr. Nelson earned his BS in Pharmacy from the University of Washington, and his PhD from the University of Minnesota....
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Collier-Scripps Hall and Science Connector Building dedication
For the first time in 24 years, Drake University will be dedicating two new academic buildings. The dedication will take place in the plaza between Olin Hall and Collier Scripps Hall on Saturday, October 7 at 11:00 a.m. Following the dedication, building tours and refreshments will be available. In case of rain, the event will...
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Drake third among Midwest regional universities in 2018 U.S. News rankings
Drake University is one of the Midwest’s best universities, with an exceptional commitment to undergraduate teaching, according to U.S. News & World Report 2018 "Best Colleges" rankings released today.
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Alumni gift creates $700,000 scholarship fund for pharmacy students
A $700,000 gift from the estate of Drake alumni Jim and Joyce McLuen will provide scholarships for pharmacy students.
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Students thrive in beautiful new academic buildings
As the fall semester picks up steam at Drake University, students are effusive in their praise of Drake’s two new academic buildings. Collier-Scripps Hall and the Science Connector Building opened this fall as the centerpiece of Drake’s $52 million STEM@DRAKE initiative.
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June Johnson receives American Diabetes Association service award
Professor Emeritus of Pharmacy Practice June Johnson has been awarded the 2017 Dr. Edward J. Hertko Lifetime Service Award from the American Diabetes Association.
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Ceremonies highlight notable students
Ceremonies highlight notable students The Pinning Ceremony, Hooding Ceremony, and Health Sciences Graduation Celebration honored highly deserving students this past May. In the month of May, Drake’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has honored students who have distinguished themselves from their peers during three ceremonies and celebrations. While the Pinning Ceremony, Doctoral Hooding Ceremony,...
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Bulldogs on the Board
The IPA Board of Trustees has several new faces—many with a Drake connection. Cheryl Clarke, PH’86, assistant dean for clinical affairs and director of experiential education, is the 2017 president-elect on IPA’s Board. Under her leadership, Clarke aims to strengthen the profession’s promotion of safe and effective medication use. “Medication misuse negatively impacts the health...
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Beloved professor retires
Professor of Pharmacy June Johnson has ended her 22-year Drake career, leaving behind a strong legacy. Twenty-two years ago, June Johnson found what she describes as her “perfect fit”—all by pure luck. Johnson kicked off her pharmacy career in New York state, but in 1995 her path took a turn when she moved to Iowa...
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Huey named a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine
Huey named a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine Drake professor of health sciences Kim Huey has been given the prestigious title in the world’s largest sports medicine and exercise science organization. Kim Huey, associate professor of health sciences and 2017 Troyer Research Fellow in the Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health...