SIUE is in the process of building the new health science complex, the future home of SIUE's School of Pharmacy and School of Nursing. The new 115,000 square foot structure will connect two existing buildings at 200 and 220 University Park Drive. This health sciences complex will accommodate new classrooms, research laboratories, teaching laboratories, study areas, a nursing simulation laboratory, and administrative offices.

Click here for a live view of the progress of the construction. 

In fall 2023, SIUE’s Office of Online Services and Educational Outreach added thirteen new alternative digital credentials to its offerings. Applicants can now choose from a wide array of credentials to best position themselves for optimal career success.

Therese I. Poirier, PharmD, MPH, FASHP, FCCP, BCPS, professor emerita, established a series of leadership credentials for the SIUE School of Pharmacy program. Designed to help current pharmacy students develop their leadership skills, the digital credential Leadership Education and Advocacy for Pharmacy Students (LEAPS-Level 1) helps students to assess their individual leadership styles and develop personal leadership philosophies. Additionally, students evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, consider how best to collaborate, learn about diversity and inclusion best practices, and finally, reflect on conflict resolution.

Read more here. 

Two SIUE School of Pharmacy students earned national recognition by placing in the top 10 in the ASHP Clinical Skills Competition as part of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Clinical Meeting held from December 3-7 in Anaheim, Calif. The last time SIUE SOP had representation in the top 10 was in 2016 when the team earned a third-place finish.

This year’s ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting hosted two-person teams, each from more than 140 pharmacy schools from across the country. Student teams are challenged with a patient case and given two hours to assess the patient’s drug therapy problems and make written pharmacotherapy recommendations. From the more than 140 entries, the top 10 teams are invited to give an oral presentation on their recommendations.  Khushali Sarnot and Jillian Thro, both fourth year students at the SOP, made it to the top 10 and presented their case to audience members and a panel of judges.

Read the full story here. 

Your engagement with your alma mater is crucial to our continued success. There are so many ways to stay connected and have an impact. Whether you choose to serve as a preceptor, offer career guidance, participate in our events, or support our fundraising initiatives, your involvement makes a tangible impact on our students' education and the advancement of pharmacy practice.  

The SOP is excited to relaunch the SIUE Pharmacy Alumni Network, and we welcome your help and input on the Network Planning Committee. Click here to learn more and get involved in the process. More details will be shared after the committee is formed.  

The SIUE School of Pharmacy and Illinois Pharmacists Association invite you to an evening reception as part of the APhA Annual Meeting and Exposition on Friday, March 22 at The Pub Orlando. Join for an evening of networking and reconnecting with friends and colleagues from across the state. All guests will receive access to an array of heavy appetizers and two drink tickets, courtesy of SIUE and IPhA. 

For more information and to register click here. 

Black Alumni Alliance Sneaker Ball
7 p.m.
Saturday, April 6
The SIUE Black Alumni Alliance will be hosting its inaugural Sneaker Ball. The Sneaker Ball is a night dedicated to fashion, fun and scholarship. Entry to the Ball will include a DJ, dancing, light refreshments, cash bar, best dressed contest and much more. Learn more and register online.

One Day, One SIUE
6 p.m.
Thursday, April 18
Join Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, and Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and SIUE Foundation CEO Connie Collins, CFRE, at the One Day, One SIUE Celebration as we “Give Today and Own Tomorrow.” The event will celebrate successful collaborations with our faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends and community partners. This year promises an exciting networking opportunity for business members. Following the networking opportunity, get ready to groove as The Robert Perry Band graces the stage! Register today at siue.edu/oneday.

Golden Graduation Reunion
Friday, May 3
Calling all SIUE alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago! You are cordially invited to campus to celebrate your 50-year reunion with fellow SIUE alumni. This milestone is an incredible opportunity for our Golden Graduates to celebrate your time on campus and your lasting commitment to SIUE. We look forward to welcoming you back to campus to celebrate your 50-year reunion, relive days gone by and make new SIUE memories. Learn more and register online.

Fall into new opportunities with SIUE Online Services and Educational Outreach as we explore a variety of new personal and professional courses! We are excited to be launching new courses. Please visit our website at siue.edu/educational-outreach to peruse, stay updated, and register for all the Personal, Professional, Lifelong Learning, Educard and various other offerings OSEO is presenting!