University of Rhode Island - College of Pharmacy

We have a lot to be proud of at URI College of Pharmacy this year! 💙🐏 Here’s a few reasons why…

We are thrilled to welcome the new students of University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy! After completing the summer orientations for both incoming and transfer students, these posters celebrate all who have enrolled and are now part of our pharmacy community. You'll find this board proudly displayed in Avedisian Hall as a warm and ongoing welcome to the Class of 2028 and 2030! 🎉 A huge thank you to our incredible pharmacy faculty, staff, and the entire University College for Academic Success team for their unwavering support and guidance throughout this process. We can't wait to see you soon, Class of 2028 & 2030! 💙🐏

"This achievement not only highlights the excellence of our research but also underscores the significant impact we are making in addressing critical health challenges. We are excited to continue our journey of innovation and discovery, driving forward the boundaries of what is possible.” - Dean Kerry LaPlante https://lnkd.in/eT4aEcPJ

Congratulations to Kerry LaPlante, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP, Dean of the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, for being honored with the Providence Business News Leaders & Achievers Award! 🎉 #URxI

Congratulations to Kerry LaPlante, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP, Dean of the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, for being honored with the Providence Business News Leaders & Achievers Award! 🎉 This prestigious program recognizes individuals for their notable success, leadership, and dedication to their fields and community. Dean LaPlante's long-standing commitment to the pharmacy community, exemplary leadership, and unwavering dedication to mentoring and community service have truly set her apart. Her passion for the future of pharmacy and her relentless support for student success continue to inspire and shape the next generation of leaders in the field. We are incredibly proud to celebrate her remarkable achievements and continued impact. Here's to many more years of inspiring and leading others! 💙🐏

We are thrilled to announce that Mary-Jane Kanaczet, Director of Healthcare Workforce Development, has been honored with the 2024 Administrative Excellence Award by the University of Rhode Island Foundation & Alumni Engagement! 🎉 Her dedication to enhancing healthcare education and workforce development is truly inspiring and exemplifies the best of URI's commitment to excellence. This award tradition honors those whose hard work and dedication make a significant impact on their departments and colleges. Congratulations MJ! 🐏💙 URI Alumni #URxI #uricollegeofpharmacy

Building community and connection among our URI #Boston alumni network! Wonderful to continue the celebration tour and introduce the new deans of the University of Rhode Island - College of Pharmacy, University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences, and the University of Rhode Island - College of Nursing for innovative discussion on the future of #healthcare being born at URI. ✨ Local to the area and looking to meet other Rhody Rams in the Boston neighborhood? Join the URI Boston alumni LinkedIn group: https://lnkd.in/e2KhzGWD

Congratulations to Aisling Caffrey, Haley Appaneal, and Dean Kerry LaPlante, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP for having their research presented at the FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee on June 5, 2024! Their study provided supportive evidence for the FDA's recommendation of a new monovalent JN.1 COVID-19 vaccine for this fall. 💉 💊  #URxI #COVID19 #FDA #Vaccines

RI-INBRE has secured a new $21 million NIH grant to support biomedical research and training across Rhode Island, increasing the network's investment in local biomedical research to more than $100 million! Learn more about the URI-based network that is fueling biomedical discovery at nine institutions across the state: https://lnkd.in/ejtqbCAR

"The doctors were really amazing and saved her life, and I knew the pharmacists were part of that team behind the scenes. I thought, I could be that person for someone else; that’s what I want to do. And I get to go do that now.” - Recent Pharmacy grad Rebecca O'Toole, who is preparing to begin her career as a pharmacist in Colorado. Learn more about this impressive new pharmacist: https://lnkd.in/eFTkc4Mb