UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy

The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy’s diabetes telemedicine clinic, run in partnership with the UIC College of Medicine, was recently featured in The American Journal of Managed Care. This innovative clinic is making a real difference, helping incarcerated individuals in the Illinois Department of Corrections achieve better health outcomes and lower HbA1c levels.

Read more about how our team is advancing care and breaking barriers: https://www.ajmc.com/view/telemedicine-diabetes-clinic-cuts-hba1c-in-incarcerated-men

This weekend, our Rockford campus students teamed up with Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful to help our community safely dispose of unused medications! 💊🌎 We’re proud to support a cleaner, healthier Northern Illinois—one step at a time. Thank you to everyone who participated and made a difference!

The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy is excited to host a special cocktail reception during the AACP Annual Meeting! Join fellow faculty, alumni, and friends for an evening of great conversation and connection.

🗓️ Sunday, July 19, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00pm
📍 Ga***rd Texan Resort & Convention Center, Zeppole Circle, 1501 Ga***rd Trail, Grapevine, TX

Don’t miss this chance to network and celebrate with the UIC Pharm community! RSVP now to let us know you’ll be there:
https://pharmacy.uic.edu/registeraacp2026/

That's a wrap on Summer Pharmacy Institute 2026! Future pharmacists from across the country came together for four days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and discovery, exploring community pharmacy, ambulatory care, hospital practice, research, and rural health. Thank you to all our passionate participants for making this experience unforgettable!

Ready to take the next step? Applications for SPI 2027 open September 1, 2026—mark your calendars and join us for another amazing journey! 💊✨

Happy Juneteenth! Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of African Americans throughout history. Let’s celebrate freedom and unity by uplifting each other, sharing stories, and reflecting on the journey toward equality. Let’s keep the spirit of progress alive—today and every day.

Proud to see Dr. Paul Stranges featured in Specialty Pharmacy Continuum, sharing insights on the power of drug diversion software in pharmacy practice!

“We can show teams exactly how many transactions we’re reviewing, how many discrepancies we’re closing, and how quickly,” Dr. Stranges explains—highlighting the importance of transparency and efficiency in safeguarding patient care.

Read the full article to learn how technology is transforming pharmacy workflows: https://ow.ly/LRXZ50ZcoEj

We’re thrilled to announce that the UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy team has won the Student Case Competition at the Drug Information Association (DIA) Global Annual Meeting!

Congratulations to Jasmine Gabriel, Kathryn-Marie Cailing Moreno, Brittney Mrowca, and Tamara Aldabbagh for this outstanding achievement. Special shoutout to Jasmine and Tamara for representing us at the event!

Your hard work, dedication, and passion continue to make us proud. Go !

We’re proud to share that Dr. Stephanie Dwyer Kaluzna was featured in a Pharmacy Times video, highlighting the vital role pharmacists play in improving heart health! 💙 Catch Dr. Dwyer Kalunza’s expert insights starting at 1:05 in the video. Thanks for representing UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy and advancing patient care! Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9V-D_sNsb8

Meet Olivia, a passionate third-year student from Greenville University who joined us at the Summer Pharmacy Institute in Rockford last week!

Here’s what she had to say: “I learned so much and feel even more inspired to continue my pharmacy journey!”

We love seeing future pharmacy leaders like Olivia discover new opportunities and grow with us. Ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career?

Congratulations to Taylor Huang, president of our ISPOR student chapter, on winning the Audience Choice Award for her poster at the Midwest Social and Administrative Pharmacy (MSAP) Conference! Her outstanding presentation and leadership continue to inspire our UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy community. Way to go, Taylor!