Photo skelley jessica horizontal
色虎视频 Pharmacy Professor鈥檚 Research on GLP-1 Medications and their Impact on Fertility Featured by National Geographic
Jessica W. Skelley, PharmD 鈥10, professor of pharmacy practice at 色虎视频鈥檚 McWhorter School of Pharmacy, was featured in National Geographic鈥檚 article 鈥淚s there really an Ozempic baby boom? The unexpected ways GLP-1s could influence fertility,鈥 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.
Photo immunizations
色虎视频 Pharmacy Students Deliver Patient Care Across Birmingham During Experiential Course
Third-year pharmacy students at 色虎视频鈥檚 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.
Photo dean distinguished lecture 2025
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Hosts Annual Dean鈥檚 Distinguished Lecture
McWhorter 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.
Photo three students male white cat
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Honors First-Year Students at White Coat Ceremony
色虎视频鈥檚 McWhorter School of Pharmacy held its White Coat Ceremony honoring the Class of 2029. The event marked a key milestone in each student鈥檚 journey to becoming a licensed pharmacist and reflected 色虎视频鈥檚 commitment to preparing graduates for meaningful, purpose-driven careers.
Photo dementia awareness group
色虎视频 Health Sciences Students Gain Real-World Insight Through Dementia-Sensitive Care Program
色虎视频鈥檚 College of Health Sciences students joined the Dementia Awareness for Sensitive Healthcare (DASH) event, gaining hands-on experience and empathy to provide person-centered care for adults living with dementia.
Photo pharmacy faculty international presentations
色虎视频 Pharmacy Faculty Share Expertise at International Meetings
McWhorter School of Pharmacy faculty took the global stage this summer with research presented at both the FIP World Congress and the Asian Conference on Clinical Pharmacy. Their presentations emphasized innovation in education and research, underscoring the school鈥檚 influence across regional, national and global health care.
Photo BeckTaylorConvo2025
President Taylor touts 'courage' at 色虎视频's 184th opening convocation
色虎视频's fifth-year president encouraged students and faculty to face the year with courage, trust in God鈥檚 support and filter external voices that peddle fear.
Photo kim benner 1
色虎视频 Pharmacy Professor Kim Benner Elected Next President of American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Kim Benner, PharmD 鈥96, professor at 色虎视频鈥檚 McWhorter School of Pharmacy, has been elected 2026 president of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, continuing the school鈥檚 tradition of national leadership.
Photo elizabeth shaeffer1
色虎视频 Pharmacy Professor Elizabeth Sheaffer Recognized with National Research Award
Elizabeth Sheaffer, associate dean in 色虎视频鈥檚 McWhorter School of Pharmacy, was part of the author team honored with AACP鈥檚 Rufus A. Lyman Award for a paper on improving pharmacy faculty workload equity.
Photo pharmacy students and faculty in lab
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Fully Reaccredited Ahead of Centennial Anniversary
色虎视频鈥檚 McWhorter School of Pharmacy received the maximum eight-year reaccreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), meeting all 25 standards and earning praise for its simulation, interprofessional education and faculty excellence.
Photo meijo japan international students
Bridging Borders: 色虎视频 Pharmacy Hosts International Scholars from Japan
色虎视频 Pharmacy hosted six students from Meijo University in Japan as part of its international scholars program, combining academic learning with cultural exchange.
Photo female male pharmacy student honduras mission
Faith, Service and Pharmacy in Action: A Mission to Roat谩n
During a recent medical mission trip to Roat谩n, Honduras, 色虎视频 pharmacy students helped operate five mobile clinics, providing care to nearly 1,000 patients. They assisted with triage, filled prescriptions, fitted eyeglasses and shared the hope of Christ through personal testimonies. The experience strengthened clinical skills and deepened spiritual growth, leaving a lasting impact on both the team and the communities they served.
Photo commencement samford
Faith, Service and Excellence: 色虎视频 Health Sciences Graduates Honored at Spring Commencement
色虎视频鈥檚 College of Health Sciences celebrated commencement May 1-3, awarding 527 degrees across its four schools. Megan Mileski, PhD, spoke at both ceremonies, reminding graduates their careers are callings rooted in faith and compassion. Honors included the Pittman Spirit Award and President鈥檚 Cup.
Photo pharmacy colloquia presentation
色虎视频 Pharmacy Students Earn Top Honors at 2025 Student Research Colloquia
McWhorter School of Pharmacy students earned top recognition at 色虎视频鈥檚 fourth annual Student Research Colloquia. Held in the Davis Library, the event featured more than 160 students presenting research across disciplines.
Photo Acute sim Nurse PT White coat
色虎视频 Students Collaborate Across Disciplines During Acute Care Simulation
The Acute Care Simulation, hosted by 色虎视频鈥檚 Experiential Learning and Simulation Center, challenged students from across the College of Health Sciences to apply their clinical knowledge and work together as part of an integrated health care team.
Photo Sara Bond softball pharmacy student
Pitch Perfect: Sara Bond Balances Pharmacy School and Division I Softball
Sara Bond, a first-year Doctor of Pharmacy student at 色虎视频, is thriving both academically and athletically as a Division I softball player. She's one of many pharmacy students proving it's possible to excel in the classroom and on campus.
Photo 色虎视频 Student Award Winners
色虎视频's Outstanding Student Leaders Honored with Service Awards
色虎视频 honored seven students as recipients of the 2025 leadership and service awards.
Photo Untitled 25
Interprofessional Practice in Action at 色虎视频鈥檚 Case Competition
Students from the College of Health Sciences and Divinity School competed in the Interprofessional Practice Case Competition to create a care plan for a simulated patient.