Get to know us About Our School
Welcome to the School of Pharmacy
One of the great things about serving as dean is interacting with exceptional students like you. You are an essential part of our school’s success, and we want you to be a part of our Ole Miss Pharmacy phamily. You will find a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education, research, and service. We invite you to explore all that we have to offer and discover how we can help you Build Your Legacy.
As a nationally ranked School, we offer an unparalleled education provided by preeminent faculty and scientists in their fields. They are dedicated to creating a supportive and stimulating learning environment, fostering your intellectual growth and professional development. With their guidance, you'll be prepared to tackle the challenges of the pharmaceutical world with confidence. You will have opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research, patient care, community outreach, organizational leadership, and study abroad. These experiences will not only enhance your education but also allow you to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
Since 1908, outstanding students like you have shaped our school’s history of excellence. Our graduates are leaders in various sectors of pharmacy, health care, and the pharmaceutical industry. Through our extensive alumni network, you'll have access to mentorship, networking events, and career opportunities that will help you launch and advance your career.
I hope your future in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences starts here, and as a graduate of the school, I hope your journey is as rewarding as my journey has been to me.
Hotty Toddy!
Dean Donna Strum
Our Vision
Is to be a highly respected community of learners, educators, scientists, and practitioners whose innovative achievements position us as leaders in improving health and wellness.
Our Mission
Is to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life of individuals and communities by educating students, practitioners, and scientists, conducting research, and engaging in service.
Our Core Values
Are Collaboration, Creativity, Excellence, Knowledge, Leadership, Learning, Professionalism, and Social Responsibility.
Oxford Campus Facilities
Faser Hall
Founded in 1908, this historic building has been the birthplace of many great pharmaceutical discoveries.
Thad Cochran Research Center
This two-winged building has served as the foundation for the bright world of pharmacy, which develops and discovers life-changing outlooks.
Coy W. Waller Research Laboratory
This laboratory has been the foundation of science and discovery in the world of medical cannabis.
Maynard W. Quimby Medicinal Plant Garden
This research garden cultivates and has correctly identified medicinally essential plant species from all over the world. The living collection of the garden comprises about 1,500 species.
Jackson Campus Facilities
School of Pharmacy Instructional and Research Facility
Third-year student complete their coursework in Jackson at the UMMC campus. The labs provide space for researchers, faculty, and students to expand their focus on medication-therapy issues.
Our Leadership
Donna West Strum
- Dean of the School of Pharmacy, Executive Director of the Research Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Professor of Pharmacy Administration, and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Kristopher Harrell
- Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Kristen Pate
- Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Soumyajit Majumdar
- Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs, Professor of Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Kayla Stover Hielscher
- Assistant Dean-Jackson/Vice Chair and Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Alicia Bouldin
- Associate Dean of Outcome Assessment & Learning Advancement, Professor of Pharmacy Administration and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Barbara Neyses
- Associate Dean, Administration and Financial Operations
Zachery Somers
- Assistant Dean for Medical Center Affairs and Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Our Strategic Goals
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Expand Facilities and Resources
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Foster an Inclusive Community
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Support Faculty, Staff, and Student Success
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Excel in Professional Education
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Excel in Graduate Education
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Strengthen Research through Discovery, Development, and Translation
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Expand Community Engagement
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Advance Pharmacy Practice and Innovation
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The Dean's Advisory Council
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Make a Financial Impact on the Future of Pharmacy
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Join Our Amazing Alumni Association
Read more about how you can get plugged in as a SOP Alumni.
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Community
/ Honors & Awards
OXFORD, Miss. – The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy has named the University of Mississippi as a member of its inaugural class of ACT Community Pharmacy Centers of Excellence.