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August 26, 2025 Meet Jacob Krah, a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate from the Class of 2027, who is not only excelling academically but also actively seeking opportunities to shape the future of pharmacy education. Check out his story and hear his advice to others pursuing pharmacy school. 

August 20, 2025 Faculty Spotlight! Meet Dr. Dhakrit Rungkitwattanakul, a valued member of the HUCOP Pharmily, whose commitment to pharmacy education and research continues to inspire both colleagues and students alike. Learn more about his journey and future goals.  

July 1, 2025 Howard University College of Pharmacy launches their new Online PharmD Pathway set to begin Fall 2026. A flexible, high-quality program designed for driven students who are ready to take the next step in their pharmacy careers without putting their lives on hold. 

March 1, 2024 Discover the impactful legacy of Howard University College of Pharmacy graduates from 1970 to 2015 as they were highlighted during Black History Month, emphasizing the significant contributions and indispensable role of Black pharmacists in shaping the evolving healthcare landscape. 

June 8, 2021 Pharmacy interns, alongside pharmacists and healthcare personnel, played a pivotal role in administering over 3,000 COVID-19 vaccines at CVS Health clinics in Washington, DC, fostering community connections, addressing vaccine hesitancy, and contributing to the nationwide vaccination effort, showcasing the essential role of pharmacists in public health. 

April 27, 2021  The temporary pause and subsequent recommendation to resume the Johnson & Johnson's Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine, detailing the rare blood clot risks in women under 50 and emphasizing the importance of transparent conversations between healthcare providers and patients regarding the benefits and risks.

May 20, 2021 PharmD resident Kyra Browne discusses the recent emergency-use authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for individuals aged 12 to 15, highlighting its efficacy and the ongoing trials for younger age groups, emphasizing the global importance of vaccine distribution and potential challenges in addressing transmission disparities between westernized and more populated eastern countries.

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