Community Outreach

SOP Faculty Member Receives University Diversity Award

February 12, 2015

Outstanding Faculty Award presented during Black History Month event in recognition of volunteer work performed by pharmacy practice and science faculty member.

SOP Partners with Million Hearts to Celebrate American Heart Month

January 29, 2015

Week of fun-filled activities will help educate the public about the “ABCs” of heart disease and stroke prevention.

Faculty and Students Come Together to Make an Impact on Capitol Hill

October 16, 2014

The School of Pharmacy has a strong presence in front of Congress in September as faculty and students share their clinical expertise through health fairs, meetings, and testimonies.

SOP Researcher Joins “Meet the Scientists” Forum at National STEM Festival

May 14, 2014

Dr. Amanda Oglesby-Sherrouse meets with children and teens at the USA Science and Engineering Festival to shed light on her day-to-day life as a scientist and the cutting-edge research being conducted in her laboratory.

PATIENTS Program Engages Community Members at Local Health Fair

March 31, 2014

Program staff partnered with Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church to offer screenings and counseling for individuals affected by high blood pressure, diabetes, and HIV.

MPC’s Bivens Makes Poison Safety Fun for Local Students

January 23, 2014

“Always Ask First” and other poison prevention tips highlighted in first program of UMB’s new children’s wellness initiative at Port Discovery.

An Encounter With Cancer Patients and Hope

January 10, 2014

Inspiring reflection from Julie Zito, BSPharm, PhD, professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy.

School of Pharmacy Hosts Baltimore City Council President

December 19, 2013

Bernard C. “Jack” Young tours Pharmacy Hall and meets with faculty to discuss the School’s innovative patient care programs and outreach initiatives.

SOP Seminar Educates Patients and Caregivers About MTM Services

December 18, 2013

Presentations emphasize team-based approach to health care and provide participants with tools to better understand and manage their medications.

Pharmacists’ Services Championed at First-Ever Health Fair on the Hill

November 27, 2013

Faculty and students from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy join other schools of pharmacy in the region to educate legislators and government staff members about the important services that pharmacists provide.

Local Students Celebrate Healthy Halloween at the School of Pharmacy

October 31, 2013

SOP’s student organizations engage children and chaperones in a wide range of diabetes education and prevention activities.

SOP Introduces High School Students to Pharmacy Profession and Careers

June 28, 2013

Visit to the School of Pharmacy concludes fun-filled, educational tour of the University of Maryland, Baltimore campus for 27 students from Western Maryland AHEC ECHO Program.