enhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/defaultAdd this address to your favorite feed reader to receive the latest news from Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy.Copyright, Samford University. All rights reserved.aingle1@samford.eduSamford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy placed in the top 9% nationally in Phase I of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists residency match. Twenty-seven fourth-year Doctor of Pharmacy students earned PGY1 placements, while graduates achieved a 100% PGY2 match rate across specialties.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Samford-Pharmacy-Achieves-Top-Nine-Percent-in-ASHP-Residency-Match.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Samford-Pharmacy-Achieves-Top-Nine-Percent-in-ASHP-Residency-Match.aspxSamford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy alumnae Jennifer Campbell, PharmD ’00, and Pauline Long, PharmD ’05, are redefining patient care through an innovative, community-focused model. As co-owners of MedsPLUS, LLC, they are expanding the role of pharmacists beyond traditional settings, improving access, education and health outcomes in underserved communities.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Serving-Beyond-the-Counter-Samford-Pharmacy-Alumnae-Lead-a-New-Model-for-Better-Care.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Serving-Beyond-the-Counter-Samford-Pharmacy-Alumnae-Lead-a-New-Model-for-Better-Care.aspxJon Coley, a third-year Doctor of Pharmacy student at Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy, has been selected for the competitive Boston Medical Center All-In Committee Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Scholarship, earning the opportunity to complete two consecutive APPE rotations during his fourth year. The achievement highlights both Coley’s dedication to compassionate, inclusive patient care and the strength of McWhorter’s experiential education program, which prepares students for high-impact clinical opportunities nationwide.Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Samford-Pharmacy-Student-Selected-for-Boston-Medical-Center-Advanced-Pharmacy-Practice-Experience-Scholarship.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Samford-Pharmacy-Student-Selected-for-Boston-Medical-Center-Advanced-Pharmacy-Practice-Experience-Scholarship.aspxSamford University’s Office for Faith and Health hosted its annual Healthcare Ethics and Law (HEAL) Institute on Feb. 6.. This year’s theme, “Trust in Science and Government: What About Vaccinations?,” examined vaccine hesitancy, public trust and the ethical questions shaping public health decision-making. The conference was presented in partnership with Orlando Health’s Institute for Learning and the Baptist Health Foundation. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/healthsciences/news/2026/Samfords-HEAL-Institute-Explores-Trust-Ethics-and-Vaccination-at-Annual-Conference.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/healthsciences/news/2026/Samfords-HEAL-Institute-Explores-Trust-Ethics-and-Vaccination-at-Annual-Conference.aspxMcWhorter Pharmacy’s State of the School highlighted student success, reaccreditation, preceptor honors and a strong sense of community.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/state-of-the-school-address-2026.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/state-of-the-school-address-2026.aspxSamford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy recognized its third-year Doctor of Pharmacy students during the annual professional pinning ceremony on Jan. 16, marking an important transition as students prepare to begin the final phase of the PharmD curriculum. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Annual-Pinning-Ceremony-2026.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2026/Annual-Pinning-Ceremony-2026.aspxSamford University is introducing its first school-based alumni chapters through a new pilot program designed to strengthen connections at the academic level. The McWhorter School of Pharmacy and Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing will lead the initiative, offering alumni new opportunities for engagement, networking and involvement beginning this spring.Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/news/2026/01/First-School-Based-Alumni-Groups-in-Pharmacy-and-Nursing.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/news/2026/01/First-School-Based-Alumni-Groups-in-Pharmacy-and-Nursing.aspxJessica W. Skelley, PharmD ’10, professor of pharmacy practice at Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy, was featured in National Geographic’s article “Is there really an Ozempic baby boom? The unexpected ways GLP-1s could influence fertility,” offering expert insight on how GLP-1 medications may affect contraceptive effectiveness. Her perspective reflects ongoing scholarship on GLP-1 agents, including work published in peer-reviewed journals.Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2025/Samford-Pharmacy-Professors-Research-on-GLP-1-Medications-and-their-Impact-on-Fertility-Featured-by-National-Geographic.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2025/Samford-Pharmacy-Professors-Research-on-GLP-1-Medications-and-their-Impact-on-Fertility-Featured-by-National-Geographic.aspxThird-year pharmacy students at Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy delivered more than 4,100 vaccines and hundreds of health screenings across Birmingham during their Focused Patient Care IPPE. The immersive experience allowed students to apply classroom knowledge while serving patients in real-world settings.Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2025/Samford-Pharmacy-Students-Deliver-Patient-Care-Across-Birmingham-During-Experiential-Course.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2025/Samford-Pharmacy-Students-Deliver-Patient-Care-Across-Birmingham-During-Experiential-Course.aspxMcWhorter School of Pharmacy hosted its annual Dean's Distinguished Lecture Series on Oct. 17 in Reid Chapel. Jeff Bates, PharmD, dean of Cedarville University's School of Pharmacy, encouraged students to embrace encouragement, humility and faithfulness in their careers.Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2025/McWhorter-School-of-Pharmacy-Hosts-Annual-Deans-Distinguished-LecturePost.aspxhttps://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/news/2025/McWhorter-School-of-Pharmacy-Hosts-Annual-Deans-Distinguished-LecturePost.aspx