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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Pharmacy Internship Helps Young Learners Get a Head Start in the Lab

7 Oct 2024 | High school- and college-age students are introduced to pharmacy earlier than ever before with a UMKC summer internship Read full story Pharmacy Internship Helps Young Learners Get a Head Start in the Lab

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Remote Work Helps Pharmacy and MBA Student Pursue Graduate Degrees

26 Aug 2024 | The KC Scholar is a mom of two, full-time employee and dual-degree student Read full story Remote Work Helps Pharmacy and MBA Student Pursue Graduate Degrees

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St. Louis Native Finds Community and Purpose in Pharmacy at UMKC

11 Jul 2024 | Savannah Jenkins is seeking doctoral and master's degrees simultaneously Read full story St. Louis Native Finds Community and Purpose in Pharmacy at UMKC