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Jaris Swidrovich, assistant professor – teaching stream and Indigenous Engagement Lead at U of T’s Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy

New funding supports projects to increase Indigenous representation and knowledge in pharmacy

Jaris Swidrovich leads work to develop education and mentorship opportunities.

Close-up of woman's hands during counseling meeting with a professional therapist.

“Putting people first”: U of T Pharmacy expert leads special journal issue on health care for trans people

Alice Tseng co-edited issue of British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology aimed at building momentum for more inclusive research.

Dean Lisa Dolovich presenting the Professor of the Year Awards to Andrea Swanson and Debra Sibbald

Four faculty members named as Professors of the Year

Four professors at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy have been chosen as the 2024 Professors of the Year.

PharmD for Pharmacists Graduate Brandon Toner photographed in graduation regalia with University of Toronto's Convocation Hall in the background

PharmD for Pharmacists grad embraces change in profession

Brandon Toner says PharmD has helped prepare him to deliver clinical services and improve patient care.

Convocation speaker and U of T Pharmacy alumna Doris Kalamut wearing a black convocation gown with royal blue stole.

Convocation speaker encourages new graduates to embrace change

7T8 alumna and retired faculty member Doris Kalamut emphasizes importance of empathy, compassion and humility as graduates embark on their new professions.

APPE preceptors recognized for outstanding teaching and mentorship

Five pharmacists receive student-nominated 2024 APPE Preceptor of the Year awards.

Grad to Watch: Avery Loi’s graduate research aims to help pharmacists provide better care to patients who use cannabis

Combined hospital residency/master’s program allowed Loi to advance clinical and research skills.

Al-Amin Ahamed photographed outfront of convocation hall

2T4 valedictorian Al-Amin Ahamed hopeful that classmates will make a difference in the profession

Al-Amin Ahamed says they are inspired by classmates and hopeful for future of pharmacy profession.

Portrait of 2T4 PharmD Gradauate Theodora Udounwa photographed in the outside courtyard of University College

Youngest PharmD grad will celebrate convocation after impactful educational experience

Theodora Udounwa embraced leadership roles and diverse experiences during Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

Portrait of PhD graduate Valerie Facca in Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy building

Grad to Watch: Valerie Facca's Journey from U of T to Montreal's Biotech Scene

From student leader to research scientist, exposure to broad pharmaceutical science education helps prepare students for success, says Facca

Dr. Sotiris Antoniou, Dr. John Papastergiou, Dr. Stephane Steurbaut, and Dr. Bart Van Den Bemt

Connecting pharmacogenomics research and community pharmacy practice

John Papastergiou's research thesis focused on pharmacists providing expanded services for screening and prescribing.

Faces of PharmSci: Freddy Shogry

MSc student Freddy Shogry is exploring real-world drug safety and effectiveness through population-based studies on osteoporosis medications.