CU Pharmacy

Founded in 1911, @CUPharmacy began with just two students and one faculty member. Growing over the decades, it awarded its first degree in 1913 and became a school in 1957. On National Pharmacist Day, we celebrate the pharmacists who carry this legacy forward. 💊 🖤

Today is the day! It's our winter application deadline! Check out our PharmD page to learn more and find application requirements >>> bit.ly/4pYHPL6

Our #1 story of 2025: A Legacy of Leadership After nearly 20 years of transformative growth, CU Anschutz Pharmacy Dean Ralph Altiere returns to the faculty, leaving a legacy of innovation, expanded programs, and elevated research. bit.ly/40ZbuIt

#2: First-Ever Endowed Faculty Chair. CU Anschutz Pharmacy launched its first endowed faculty chair in Translational Pharmaceutical Sciences, appointing pharmacogenomics leader Dr. Christina Aquilante to accelerate patient-centered research bit.ly/4hnmAxu

#3 on our list: Navigating the Alternative Medicine Boom. From cannabis to herbal remedies, CU Anschutz Pharmacy experts are cutting through the hype to help patients and pharmacists make evidence-based decisions in a rapidly changing landscape. bit.ly/3ZWSrz2

Coming in at #4: Medicaid Savings with Evidence-Based Review Team. Thanks to CU Anschutz Pharmacy’s evidence-based Drug Utilization Review, Colorado’s Medicaid program is reducing costs while improving care, setting a nationwide model bit.ly/3FECnLi

It’s the end of 2025, so we are counting down our Top 5 stories of the year! #5: Donation Supercharges Cancer Research, bringing hope for more effective treatments closer to reality bit.ly/453He2Q

In early December, Manisha Patel, PhD, delivered the prestigious Judith Hoyer Lecture at the annual American Epilepsy Society Meeting, sparking vital dialogue and momentum toward an epilepsy cure bit.ly/4p6A0S4

What are you doing over break? How about finalizing your application to CU Anschutz Pharmacy?! Our application deadline is Jan. 5. Check out our PharmD page to learn more and find application requirements >>> bit.ly/4pYHPL6

Congratulations to Brian Tsuji, PharmD, who was recently named the new dean of the @CUPharmacy School starting in January. This appointment follows an extensive national search, and I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Tsuji to the #CUAnschutz team! news.cuanschutz.edu/pharmacy/dr.-b…

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped organize and participate in the surprise reception honoring outgoing Dean Ralph Altiere! Check out the photo album here: bit.ly/44ELbtW

At @CUAnschutz, our researchers unite expertise, innovation and cutting-edge science to improve human health and well-being worldwide. Today, I’m proud to highlight a sample of our recent progress in the 2025 #CUAnschutz Research Annual Report. Enjoy! research.cuanschutz.edu/news-events/re…

As we reflect on 2025, we’re grateful for our students, faculty, staff, alumni, preceptors, and partners who advance pharmacy education, research, and patient care every day. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, bright New Year!

For years Pharmacy students have been participating the COAST-IT program, designed to show students how to interact with geriatric patients over the phone. Last week, Colton Hansen surprised his COAST-IT partner, 93 year old Joanne, with an in-person visit cbsn.ws/4rI2O5Y

David Kroll, PhD is helping lead the national conversation on kratom safety. Kroll was recently featured as a subject-matter expert in a KTVB investigative report examining how unregulated kratom products are being widely sold bit.ly/44C6L25

Curious about pharmacy? Join us tomorrow at 12:00 PM MST for a virtual info session! This is your opportunity to learn about our nationally ranked Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program, the PharmD Remote Pathway, pharmacy career opportunities and more. bit.ly/43Qq0om

The Office of Education wrapped up the year at the Denver Christkindlmarket! They tried glass blowing, enjoyed some delicious treats, and celebrated all the hard work they put into CU Pharmacy ✨

We’re pleased to welcome Brian Tsuji, PharmD, as the new dean of @CUPharmacy. An internationally recognized clinician-scientist, he brings decades of leadership and groundbreaking work combatting antibiotic-resistant superbugs. Read More: bit.ly/4rlUMzz

Curious about pharmacy? Join us December 3 at 12:00 PM MST for a virtual info session! This is your opportunity to learn about our nationally ranked Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program, the PharmD Remote Pathway, pharmacy career opportunities and more. bit.ly/43Qq0om