About

A message from the Dean of Pharmacy

Welcome to �㽶�� School of Pharmacy.

Pharmacy is one of the most dynamic and essential professions in healthcare today — and �㽶�� School of Pharmacy is where exceptional pharmacists are made.

As a teaching-focused, student-centered program, we are passionate about helping our students realize their full potential and develop into competent and compassionate professionals.

Our culture is based on family values, respect, and commitment to service. Our small class sizes mean increased access to faculty and resources, increased personalized attention to each student, and increased opportunities for professional and leadership development. We do not simply advise our students; we mentor them from orientation week through graduation and beyond. The quality of our program translates into outstanding outcomes, including our most recent, sixth-in-the-nation, MPJE first-time pass rate

Whether you are a prospective student, a parent, one of our alumni, or a healthcare professional, I invite you to visit our beautiful campus, meet our talented students and exceptional faculty, and discover (or rediscover) all that makes us one of the premier pharmacy programs in the nation!

Sincerely yours,
Giuseppe Gumina, Ph.D.
Dean | �㽶�� School of Pharmacy

Mission

Here at the �㽶�� School of Pharmacy, our mission is to provide a quality education that delivers optimal team-based patient care, fosters leadership, and creates a service culture.

To fulfill our mission, our top priority is creating an environment and opportunities that stimulate our faculty, students, and practitioners to learn, maintain, and expand upon the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to meet the health care needs of the patients served.

The School of Pharmacy will accept up to 65 professional students each year. From our beautiful residence halls and spirited campus events to our diverse clubs and Division I athletic teams, �㽶�� offers one of the most enjoyable educational experiences in the region.

Vision

Our vision is to be a national leader in pharmacy education, scholarship, and service. Our faculty and graduates will be recognized as servant leaders in their communities.

Value

Family: Through teamwork and collaboration, we encourage one another to be the best versions of ourselves.

Respect: We acknowledge that differences will exist, but that we will always treat one another in a respectful manner.

Commitment to service: We are committed to the successes of one another, our students, and the profession. At our core is the commitment to the welfare of humanity and the willingness to serve our community.

Our Mission, vision, & Values

Mission

Here at the �㽶�� School of Pharmacy, our mission is to provide a quality education that delivers optimal team-based patient care, fosters leadership, and creates a service culture.

Vision

Our vision is to be a national leader in pharmacy education, scholarship, and service. Our faculty and graduates will be recognized as servant leaders in their communities.

Values

We are grounded in a culture of family, respect, and service. Through teamwork and collaboration, we support and challenge one another to become the best versions of ourselves. We recognize that differences will exist, and we commit to treating one another with dignity and respect in every interaction. At our core is a deep commitment to service — to the success of our colleagues, our students, and the pharmacy profession — and, above all, to the welfare of humanity and the communities we are called to serve.

Pillars for SuccesS

Interdisciplinary Innovation

We prepare students to be forward-thinking practitioners through an inclusive, collaborative learning environment that bridges professional and interprofessional practice. By expanding mentoring, networking, and collaborative learning opportunities, we equip graduates to lead, innovate, and serve across disciplines. We strengthen academic support from pre-matriculation through graduation so every student has the foundation to succeed. Through areas of concentration, dual-degree options, certificate programs, and entrepreneurial competitions that address healthcare disparities and access, we create pathways for students to deepen their expertise, broaden their impact, and drive meaningful change in health care.

Outrageous Service

We cultivate a culture of collaboration, respect, and purposeful service — one that places the well-being of students, employees, and stakeholders at the center of every decision. Our commitment to “outrageous service” means recognizing accomplishments, strengthening two-way communication, and building a connected community where people feel valued and supported. We pursue operational excellence without compromising program quality, and we invest in career development that helps every member of our community thrive — personally and professionally.

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Accreditation

SACSCOC

�㽶�� is accredited by the to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. �㽶�� also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of �㽶�� may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website.

190 South LaSalle St., Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 312-664-3575
Fax: 866-228-2631

ACPE

accreditation is public recognition that a professional degree program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy degree is judged to meet established qualifications and education standards through initial and subsequent periodic evaluations. Accreditation is distinguished from licensure, which applies to individuals.

The �㽶�� School of Pharmacy’s Doctor of Pharmacy program has been given the status of Accredited with Probation by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education through June 30, 2028, for compliance issues with the following standards: Standard No. 18: Faculty and Staff – Quantitative Factors and Standard No. 19: Faculty and Staff – Qualitative Factors. For an explanation of the program’s Accredited with Probation status, consult the Office of the Dean or .