OU Pharmacy Alumni

We’re looking forward to welcoming alumni and friends to the annual OU Pharmacy Alumni Association reception tomorrow at The Clark in Oklahoma City.

If you RSVP’d, please check your email for parking and building details. As a reminder, there is no cost to attend and no formal dress code. We’re excited for an evening of camaraderie, recognition, and celebration! 🎉

📖 The 2025–2026 OU College of Pharmacy Magazine is here!

This year's issue is filled with inspiring stories, exciting college updates, and recognition of the many alumni who continue to make a difference in pharmacy, health care, research, and their communities. We encourage you to take a look using the link in the comments.

The latest edition of The University of Oklahoma College of Pharmacy magazine is here, and it's available digitally!

Read inspiring stories and exciting updates featuring our students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are making an impact in pharmacy, research, healthcare, and beyond.

OU Pharmacy Alumni: Be sure to update your email contact information to receive future editions and College updates directly by using the QR code featured in the magazine.

🔗 Explore the digital magazine at the link in our comments!

Our annual reception is only one week away! We hope you join the OU Pharmacy Alumni Association next Friday, June 5 at 6pm at The Clark in Oklahoma City for an evening of great conversation and delicious food as we celebrate the college and its alumni community. RSVP at pharmacy.ouhsc.edu/alumni-reception-rsvp

We are proud to recognize this year’s incredible award recipients who have each made a profound impact on the pharmacy profession.

🏆 Outstanding Young Alumni Award: Brandon Taylor, Pharm.D. (‘22)
🏆 E. Blanche Sommers Alumni Award: Vu Huynh, Pharm.D. (‘21)
🏆 Distinguished Alumni Award: T.J. Marti, Pharm.D. (‘06)
🏆 Ralph D. Bienfang Outstanding Practitioner Award: Kristie Edelen, Pharm.D., DABAT (‘11)
🏆 Special Service Citation: Robert Magarian, Ph.D.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Yesterday, May 14, we proudly celebrated the graduation of our newest members of the OU Pharmacy Alumni Association. Alumni Affairs Board members Megan King ’13 and J.J. Peek ’09 presented each graduate with a special alumni pin to commemorate this milestone, and J.J. also led the Oath of a Pharmacist.

As these individuals begin an exciting new chapter, we look forward to seeing the impact they will make on the pharmacy profession and the communities they serve. Boomer Sooner!

🎉 You’re Invited! 🎉

We hope you can join us for the OU Pharmacy Alumni Association reception next month. Reconnect with classmates, eat delicious food, and enjoy an evening of great conversation and celebration of the college and its incredible alumni.

🗓 Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 The Clark, 16 NE 2 St, Oklahoma City OK 73104
💲 Complimentary for alumni + 1 guest
🔗 RSVP at https://pharmacy.ouhsc.edu/alumni-reception-rsvp

📢🗳️ Alumni Association Officer Elections 🗳️📢

We’re requesting your vote for the 2026–27 leadership for the following positions: President-Elect, Secretary, & Treasurer.

🗓️ Deadline: May 22, 2026
🗳️ Cast your ballot at: https://qualtrics.ou.edu/jfe/form/SV_e9Ewv8LeDIUen3M

As required by the OU College of Pharmacy Alumni Association Constitution, an annual officer election must be held at which time regular, active members may vote for one candidate for each office listed on the official ballot or cast a ballot for any other regular active member for any offices. Nominated individuals must either be a current board member or have served at least one year on the board. All OU Pharmacy graduates are active members of the Alumni Association.

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🌟 Alumni Spotlight 🌟

We’re proud to highlight Dr. Ferrin Williams, class of 2015, who is making a meaningful impact on patient empowerment and pharmacy benefit transparency. In a recent interview with Pharmacy Times, Dr. Williams shares insights on some of the most pressing issues facing pharmacy today, including patient affordability, medication access, and the evolving role of pharmacists in helping patients navigate cost and coverage challenges.

OU Pharmacy alumni continue to lead, innovate, and shape the future of healthcare. To read more about Dr. Williams and her work, visit https://www.pharmacytimes.com/authors/ferrin-williams-pharmd-mba.

Ferrin Williams, PharmD, MBA | Authors | Pharmacy Times Ferrin Williams, PharmD, MBA | Authors | Pharmacy Times offers the latest news and insights for the pharmacy professional and solutions that impact the everyday practice of pharmacy.

Thank you to our alumni and friends for supporting us on 🙏 Your generosity makes it all possible. From scholarships to groundbreaking research and innovative clinical training, you’re helping shape the future of pharmacy across Oklahoma and beyond.

OU Pharmacy at APhA 2026! ✈️🎉

Thank you to all our incredible alumni, faculty, students, and friends who joined us at this year's college reception at the APhA Annual Meeting in Los Angeles! It was wonderful to reconnect over delicious desserts, drinks, and even better company.

Share your favorite memories and photos below—we’d love to see them! ⬇️

Support from OU Pharmacy Alumni and friends fuels the education of future pharmacists, advances research that improves patient care, and strengthens innovative clinical practices across Oklahoma and beyond.

With your support, the OU College of Pharmacy can provide scholarships, attract exceptional faculty, expand access to cutting-edge technology, and develop leaders who are prepared to meet the evolving needs of healthcare.

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