Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

09/04/2026

Congratulations to Lisa Nelson ('06), who was selected for the WSU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences’ Doctor of Pharmacy Outstanding Alumna of the Year Award! 🎉

Lisa is the Chief Pharmacy Officer at Unity Care Northwest, where she leads pharmacy strategy, clinical integration, and organizational initiatives that strengthen access to high quality, affordable care for underserved communities.

We will be presenting Lisa's award as well as other alumni, preceptor, and mentor awards during this year's Crimson Gala on Friday, September 25.

🚨Crimson Gala registration closes next Friday, September 11! Don't miss your chance to join us for an evening of celebration and Coug spirit! Tickets will not be sold at the door. https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/alumnifriends/gala/?utm_source=AOY&utm_medium=Lisa&utm_campaign=PHW

09/03/2026

We're taking a trip down memory lane as we get ready for this year's Pharmacy Weekend September 25-26! Today we're looking back at the WSU pharmacy class of 1996.

Don't forget to register before Friday, September 11! https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/alumnifriends/gala/?utm_source=Decades&utm_medium=co96&utm_campaign=PHW

09/02/2026

The next generation of pharmacists has arrived at Washington State University—and they’re coming from across the country and around the world.

While many students are drawn to WSU because they want to serve their home communities, the growing number of students coming from outside the region reflects the college’s reputation for preparing pharmacists for a changing and increasingly essential health care profession.

A big thank you to Walgreens for making this event possible and providing the White Coats which our newest student pharmacists will wear over the next four years of their education.

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences > News > Doctor of Pharmacy > From Hawaii to Florida, Future Pharmacists Choose WSU to Make a Difference From Hawaii to Florida, Future Pharmacists Choose WSU to Make a Difference August 26, 2026 Share on Twitter Share on FaceBook Share on Linkedin share with ema...

09/01/2026

Looking forward to all of these upcoming events, and more!

September 3: Join Dean Julie Akers in Seattle for the WSU Alumni Association's Cougs in the City: Recent Grad Networking and Cocktails

September 25: Crimson Gala - Registration closes next Friday, September 11!

September 26: Pharmacy Tailgate

October 7: Doctor of Pharmacy Career Fair

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08/31/2026

Great to see fellow Coug and Professor Emeritus Linda Garrelts MacLean recognized as a fellow by the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)!

08/28/2026

Yesterday we kicked off the semester in style with good food and friends at the Dean's Welcome Back BBQ! So great to see so many of our amazing Bachelor, PhD, and PharmD students, faculty, and staff in one place catching up and building new connections in their Coug Community.

A big thank you to Walgreens for not only making this event possible, but all of their support of our college and students.

08/27/2026

Nice to see so many Cougs among the winners!! Go Cougs!

08/27/2026

We are delighted to announce that Julie Akers has been appointed the 13th dean of Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences!

Her tenure as dean begins on September 1. Akers has served the college for over 16 years starting as a member of the Dean’s Advisory Council before becoming faculty in the pharmacotherapy department in 2013. Since joining the college, she has been a staunch advocate for the pharmacy profession by expanding educational opportunities for students and supporting pharmacists to practice at the full scope of their training.

Akers earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Washington State University in 2000 and has been a licensed pharmacist for 26 years. Throughout her career, she has gained significant leadership experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, including serving as director of retail pharmacies for The Everett Clinic, district manager for Bartell Drugs, and a consultant to the pharmaceutical industry.

And, anyone who knows Julie knows she bleeds Crimson through and through. Join us in congratulating Julie with a hearty Go Cougs! in the comments as she takes on this new role!

Go Cougs!

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08/25/2026

When 17-year-old Sarfaraz Niazi ('71) boarded an airplane for the first time and left Pakistan for Washington State University, he had no idea his journey would help reshape the future of biotechnology.

Today, the internationally recognized pharmaceutical scientist, entrepreneur and author has spent decades advancing biosimilar medicines, influencing regulatory policy around the world and championing affordable treatments for patients.

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences > News > Alumni & Friends > How WSU Shaped a Pharmaceutical Pioneer How WSU Shaped a Pharmaceutical Pioneer July 15, 2026 Share on Twitter Share on FaceBook Share on Linkedin share with email share with link Pakistan Students Association provided its members the....

08/24/2026

Introducing our newest student pharmacists!

Today, the first day of classes, the class of 2030 took their first steps towards their futures in health care. We couldn't be more excited to see what the next four years brings for each of them.