OU Pharmacy

08/05/2026

Protecting the health and safety of Oklahomans, one call at a time. ☎️

U.S. Congressman Kevin Hern recently visited the Oklahoma Poison Center , where Director Kristie Edelen, Pharm.D., DABAT, shared the history of poison centers and highlighted the vital role they play in protecting the health and safety of Oklahomans.

Available 24 hours a day at no cost, the Oklahoma Poison Center provides expert guidance during poison emergencies and helps save lives every day. Thank you, Congressman Hern, for taking the time to learn more about this essential service and its impact across our state.

For more information on services offered, please visit the link in our comments.

For poison center emergencies or questions, call: (800) 222-1222.

07/31/2026

Registration is open for the Pharmacy-Based Immunization Administration by Pharmacy Technicians training! Comprised of a a 2-hour online self-study and a 4-hour live seminar/webinar, this program provides a total of 6 hours of continuing pharmacy education credit. Be sure to share this opportunity with the technicians at your site!

🔗 Register at https://epay.ouhsc.edu/C22824_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=7&SINGLESTORE=true
📅 October 3, 2026 | 8:00–11:00am
💉 Followed by a 1-hour injection technique practice and assessment
📍 OU Pharmacy in Oklahoma City or participate remotely
📧 Contact [email protected] for any questions

07/21/2026

The 2026-2027 PharmCAS application is now open!

Our priority fall deadline is October 15, 2026, so start working on your personal statement!

Questions? Schedule an advising appointment with our admissions staff at the link in our comments 😎

07/02/2026

NEWS: Beginning July 1, physicians from The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Department of Emergency Medicine will provide medical direction to the Oklahoma Poison Center, a free, 24/7 helpline administered by the OU College of Pharmacy.

The physicians, who have specialty training in medical toxicology, will be available to consult with the pharmacists and registered nurses who staff the helpline, as well as participate in educational, research and administrative activities.

Learn more: https://link.ou.edu/4eGloXN

06/29/2026

🎉 Introducing the 2026–27 OU Pharmacy Alumni Association Officers! 🎉

We are incredibly grateful for their service and look forward to all they’ll accomplish as they lead and connect our alumni community.

🌟 President: Renee Flood, Class of 2014
🌟 Secretary: Lee Munoz, Class of 1997
🌟 Treasurer: Troy Simons, Class of 1996
🌟 President-Elect: Spencer Whittenberg, Class of 2016
🌟 Immediate Past-President: Chelsea Price, Class of 2016

06/26/2026

Congratulations to Jennifer Richardson, the OU Health Sciences Staff Senate's June 2026 Employee of the Month! 🎉

As Manager/Director of Admissions and Recruitment for the OU College of Pharmacy, Jennifer has made a lasting impact through innovative recruitment efforts, meaningful campus partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to student success.

One nominator put it best:

"To her, this is not a job focused on numbers; instead, this is her life's work that is about investing in students and changing their lives."

Thank you, Jennifer, for the care, leadership, and dedication you bring to the OU community every day. 👏

06/17/2026

06/12/2026

"Melissa jokingly describes solo runs as an opportunity for 'mental laundry' or a time to sort through worries, process problems, and clear her mind."

OU's LiveWell blog recently profiled Dean Medina to "talk about health, habits, and a perspective that isn't defined by miles logged or finish lines crossed."

Read the piece at the link in our comments!

06/03/2026

Looking for a unique and rewarding pharmacy career? The Oklahoma Poison Center is currently seeking a pharmacist specialist to join the team!

This position offers the opportunity to:
☠️ Practice clinical toxicology
📞 Provide direct patient care through poison center consultations
🏥 Contribute to public health initiatives across Oklahoma

If you're interested in expanding your clinical expertise and making a difference through poison prevention and treatment, this could be an excellent fit.

Learn more and apply here: https://jobs.ou.edu/jobs/poison-information-pharmacist-specialist-oklahoma-city-oklahoma-united-states

06/03/2026

One week. Nineteen future pharmacists. 💊☀️

Camp BoomeRx welcomed its largest cohort yet this summer, giving undergraduate students a closer look at what a future in pharmacy can look like.

From mini lectures and specialty pharmacy tours to leadership activities, team-building challenges, and volunteering at the OKC Zoo, it was a week packed with learning, connection, and plenty of new experiences.

Thanks to this year's campers for bringing the energy. We can't wait to see where your pharmacy journeys take you next.