Sullivan University Doctor of Pharmacy Program

Congratulations to the PharmD Class of 2029! 🎉🥼

We recently celebrated their White Coat Ceremony, a significant milestone that marks the beginning of each student's journey into the pharmacy profession. As these future pharmacists donned their white coats for the first time, they embraced the responsibility, compassion, and commitment to patient care that define our profession.

We are excited to support and witness the growth of this remarkable class as they develop into the next generation of medication experts, healthcare leaders, and advocates for their patients.

🎉Congratulations to Dr. Cathy Short, Dr. Emily Frederick, and Dr. Sarah Raake on the publication of "That's a Wrap: Longitudinal Exam Reflections for Pharmacy Student Self-Awareness" in Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning. This important work highlights innovative approaches to fostering self-awareness and reflective practice among pharmacy students—key skills that support lifelong learning, professional growth, and academic success. We are proud to celebrate this scholarly achievement and the faculty's continued commitment to advancing pharmacy education through impactful research and educational innovation.

You can check out the full article here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S187712972600078X?via%3Dihub

As a wrap-up to our 2025-2026 academic year, we are thrilled to recognize our faculty and staff award recipients. These exceptional individuals embody the passion, dedication, and excellence that define our college. Through their hard work, innovation, and commitment to student success, they have made an extraordinary impact on our academic community. We congratulate them on this well-deserved honor! 🎉👏

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Gabi Kaftan (PharmD Class of 2026) and Dr. Emily Esposito on their recent publication in JMIR Dermatology: “The Rise in Homemade Sunscreen Trends and Future Impacts on Skin Cancer Risk.” This article examines the growing trend of homemade sunscreens, the role of social media in spreading misinformation, and the potential implications for skin cancer prevention and public health. Read the complete article here: https://derma.jmir.org/2026/1/e84694/

Students connected, explored opportunities, and discovered ways to get involved at this week's Organization Fair! 🎉 Our student organizations showcased the benefits of joining local chapters of national professional organizations, highlighting leadership, service, networking, and professional development opportunities. We look forward to seeing our students make the most of these valuable connections throughout the year!

🎉 Congratulations to our own Dr. Kim Elder on being selected for the 23rd Cohort of AACP’s Academic Leadership Fellows Program!

We are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement and look forward to seeing the impact Dr. Elder will make throughout the year. As one of 36 emerging leaders in the program, she will collaborate with peers from across the country to help shape the future of pharmacy education and advance the profession.

🎉 A big thank you to the Kentucky Pharmacists Association for welcoming our incoming PharmD Class of 2029 with lunch and sharing valuable insights about the pharmacy profession, advocacy, and the many benefits of professional involvement.

We're grateful for KPhA's continued partnership and commitment to supporting our student pharmacists from day one. Here's to an exciting journey ahead for the Class of 2029! 💙💊

🎉COPHS faculty are heading to Texas!

We’re proud to announce that several of our outstanding faculty members will be presenting at the AACP Annual Meeting – Pharmacy Education 2026, taking place July 18–21 in Grapevine, TX! 📚💊

Their work reflects Sullivan’s commitment to innovation, excellence in pharmacy education, and advancing patient care. We’re honored to be part of the national conversation shaping the future of pharmacy.

If you’re attending , be sure to stop by and support our presenters!

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Dean Misty Stutz, Dr. Katie Leslie, and Dr. Christian Castro recently celebrated the accomplishments of 80 undergraduate pre-health scholars, including 10 pharmacy-track scholars, as the 2026 Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) came to a close. After more than a decade of partnership between the COPHS and the University of Louisville Health Sciences Center, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation funding for SHPEP has concluded.

Through the dedication of COPHS faculty, staff, and student ambassadors, more than 100 hours of mentoring, advising, shadowing, and engagement helped create meaningful experiences that will influence students’ academic and professional journeys for years to come.

Special congratulations to Dr. Castro, recipient of the SHPEP Champion Award, recognizing his exceptional leadership of the Biochemistry curriculum over the years.

While it’s bittersweet to see SHPEP conclude, we are incredibly proud of its legacy and the lasting impact it has had on aspiring health professionals. Thank you to everyone who contributed behind the scenes and on the front lines to make this remarkable program a success.