Leadership Messages
November 2025 Message from the Dean
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As we enter this season of Thanksgiving, I find myself reflecting on how grateful I am for all the wonderful activities happening in the college.
We recently celebrated the inauguration of our new president, James Paul Holloway. “Today is about the reaffirmation of a purpose, the renewal of a promise, and the recognition of pride,” he said in his speech. “From our founding, we have never been simply a university in Toledo. Rather, we have ever been The University for Toledo.” Dr. Holloway also highlighted the three launch pads—Advantage Toledo, Innovate Toledo, and Healthy Toledo—and we are excited to contribute to this inspiring vision.
We also hosted our Donor and Scholarship Celebration, honoring the many generous individuals who support scholarships, research, and college programs (see photo below). Being with our donors is always inspiring; their passion for our work is contagious and reminds me why our mission matters so much.
We are hitting the road! If you’ll be at ASHP Midyear, we’d love to see you at our alumni reception on Monday evening, December 8th—a perfect opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues, and fellow alumni committed to advancing pharmacy. Details and RSVP information are below.
We will also be traveling to New York City for the Society of Cosmetic Chemistry Annual Meeting, where we will host a dinner on Monday, December 15. All alumni in the New York area are welcome—see below for RSVP details.
I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving. To all of you who support us, in whatever way you support us, like mentoring students, precepting in practice, or providing financial gifts—THANK YOU! Your contributions make a real difference in the lives of our students and the future of pharmacy.
Pam Heaton, Dean