Leadership Messages
December 2025 Message from the Dean
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It’s hard to believe it’s already December! As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on all we have accomplished together—and it truly has been a remarkable year for the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
One of our greatest strengths continues to be our people, and this year we were delighted
to welcome several outstanding new faculty members to our community. Dr. Johnny Wise,
Dr. Chloe Matecki, and Dr. David Foote have each brought fresh expertise and energy
to their roles, enriching our academic programs and expanding opportunities for our
students.
Our PharmD program remains as strong as ever, supported by dedicated faculty and staff,
and a curriculum that continues to evolve to meet the needs of an ever-changing profession.
Our online Cosmetic Science master’s program also continues its impressive growth,
attracting students from across the country who are eager to engage with our innovative
curriculum.
We also celebrated an exciting milestone this year with the approval of a new online
master’s program in forensic toxicology. This addition expands our graduate portfolio
and will prepare students for impactful careers at the intersection of science, public
health, and justice. Across all graduate programs, our students continue to excel—in
the classroom and in research labs. Their achievements speak to the strength of our
faculty mentors and the supportive environment we strive to foster every day.
If you’ll be at ASHP Midyear, we’d love to see you at our alumni reception on Monday
evening, December 8. Details and RSVP information are included below. We will also
be traveling to New York City for the Society of Cosmetic Chemists Annual Meeting,
where we will host a dinner on Monday, December 15. Alumni in the New York area are
warmly invited—RSVP details can be found below.
As we look ahead to the new year, I am grateful for the dedication and spirit of collaboration
that make our college such a vibrant and inspiring place. Thank you for all you do
to support our mission and our students.
Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season!
Pam Heaton, Dean