News and Events

Explore Signature Pharmacy Events

Learn more about our signature events for new students, current students and alumni.

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Career Fair and Residency Showcase

Connect with employers, learn about industry trends, see what pharmacy residency programs are looking for and more.

Discover the Career Fair

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Pharmacy Camp

Learn what it's like to study pharmacy at UMKC and practice in a variety of pharmaceutical careers. Interact with current students, faculty and practicing pharmacists at this exciting, one-day event designed for prospective pharmacy students.

Explore Pharmacy Camp

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Research Summit

Learn more about the Health Sciences Student Research Summit, which highlights all the student research happening at the Schools of Pharmacy, Biological and Chemical Sciences, Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing and Health Studies, and Computing and Engineering.

Learn about the Research Summit

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Alumni events

Looking to connect with other School of Pharmacy alumni and support the school? Get details on upcoming events for alumni.

Discover alumni events

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Upcoming Pharmacy Events

In addition to our signature events, the School of Pharmacy hosts and participates in a variety of other events for students, faculty and employers. Review our calendar to see what's coming up next.

Pharmacy events calendar

Pharmacy News

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Five Graduate and Professional Programs Recognized in Top 100 by U.S. News and World Report

7 Apr 2026 | Doctor of Nursing Practice, Education, Law, Pharmacy and part-time MBA programs among best in nation Read full story Five Graduate and Professional Programs Recognized in Top 100 by U.S. News and World Report

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UMKC Staff Honored for Shaping Student Success and a Thriving Workplace

1 Apr 2026 | Staff Awards 2026 recognizes people who elevate the university and Kansas City community Read full story UMKC Staff Honored for Shaping Student Success and a Thriving Workplace

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How a UMKC Pharmacy Student Is Redefining Representation Through His Podcast “PharmaSoul”

26 Mar 2026 | Calvin Flemons blends faith, pharmacy and Black excellence to inspire future healthcare leaders Read full story How a UMKC Pharmacy Student Is Redefining Representation Through His Podcast “PharmaSoul”