College of Pharmacy


September 29, 2026

College of Pharmacy Students Receive Scholarships in Dual Ceremonies

Benjamin Waldrum

Pharmacy students in Little Rock who received research fellowship scholarships pose for a photo.

The UAMS College of Pharmacy held separate ceremonies in Little Rock and Springdale on Sept. 17 and 18 to celebrate 136 students who received scholarships this year. The annual events recognize the students’ hard work and the contributions made by the college’s many donors. Dean Cindy Stowe, Pharm.D., attended both ceremonies and shook hands with…


September 25, 2026

College of Pharmacy Recognized at National Convention

Benjamin Waldrum

College of Pharmacy SNPhA students 2026

The UAMS College of Pharmacy’s student chapter of the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) received an award at its annual convention in August, and several pharmacy students were recognized with individual honors. SNPhA is the official student association of the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA). This year, the UAMS student chapter received an award for 20%…


September 15, 2026

UAMS Neonatologists Strengthen Physician-Scientist Roles with Ph.D. Achievements

Shea Stewart

All four women are wearing white lab coats. Nahed O. ElHassan, Megha Sharma, and Ankita Shukla have dark hair, and Jennifer Rumpel has light hair.

Four neonatologists at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) have recently earned Doctor of Philosophy degrees, bolstering their ability to connect clinical care with research to improve outcomes for newborn Arkansans and their families.


September 2, 2026

College of Pharmacy Class of 2030 Dons White Coats

Benjamin Waldrum

Diana Hernandez and Maya Henderson, College of Pharmacy Class of 2030

White coats symbolize the beginning of a long journey for new pharmacy students, which can carry a lot of emotional weight. The UAMS College of Pharmacy’s incoming Class of 2030 didn’t show any nerves, though, as they donned their coats for the first time. The ceremony was held Friday, Aug. 28, at the Connor Performing…


August 3, 2026

Aleda Chen, Pharm.D., Ph.D., Named AACP Distinguished Teaching Scholar

Benjamin Waldrum

Aleda Chen, Pharm.D., Ph.D.

The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) recently honored Aleda Chen, Pharm.D., Ph.D., as one of three nationally recognized Distinguished Teaching Scholars.


July 8, 2026

Mixing Up Fun: Young Students Enjoy Learning at Pharmacy Camp

Benjamin Waldrum

A group of high school students poses for a photo commemorating the College of Pharmacy's 2026 summer camp

Trying new things can be fun, but challenging too. For Aria Bursey, 15, a rising junior at Bryant High School, the first day of compounding labs at summer pharmacy camp felt intimidating. By day two, she quickly found her stride.


July 1, 2026

UAMS Researchers Shed Light on Medical Cannabis Use During Pregnancy in Arkansas

Shea Stewart

Nahed O. ElHassan is a woman with dark hair, and Bradley Martin is a man with short hair and wearing glasses.

A new research study by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) researchers represents a key step toward understanding the potential effects of cannabis exposure on mothers and babies.


June 17, 2026

Cindy Stowe, Pharm.D., Inducted into Hall of Distinguished Alumni by Alma Mater

Benjamin Waldrum

UAMS College of Pharmacy Dean Cindy Stowe and University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy Interim Dean Craig Martin pose for a photo with Stowe's Hall of Distinguished Alumni award

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Pharmacy Dean Cindy Stowe, Pharm.D., was recently inducted into the Hall of Distinguished Alumni by her alma mater, the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy.


June 12, 2026

Graduates Reconnect with UAMS at the 2026 Alumni Reunion Dinner

Andrew Vogler

C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.

June 12, 2026 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) welcomed graduates to Little Rock for the 2026 Alumni Reunion, an evening that honored alumni from all colleges and the graduate school. John Erck, vice chancellor for the Division of Institutional Advancement, opened the formal ceremony for the evening. “We are delighted to…


June 8, 2026

UAMS Receives $7 Million from Windgate Foundation to Fund Scholarships and Create Endowment

Andrew Vogler

Windgate Foundation press conference

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received a $7 million grant from the Windgate Foundation, UAMS announced today. The grant will provide $1 million in funding for 15 full tuition scholarships — three scholarships in each of UAMS’ five colleges — for the class entering in fall 2027, and an…



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