College of Pharmacy

Advisors: Dr. Ashley Pugh & Dr. Bethany Murphy

The organization seeks to encourage all pharmacy students to become more knowledgeable about APhA and the profession of pharmacy.

Advisors: Dr. Luna Bennett

Our mission is to encourage spiritual growth among fellow pharmacy students, faculty, and staff through Bible study, prayer, and fellowship to in turn be as a city on a hill that cannot be hidden and the light to a darkened world (Matthew 5:4).

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The primary goal of this organization is to promote the development of leadership qualities, especially among pharmacy students. Through peer recognition, the Society encourages participation in all pharmacy activities. Since membership crosses fraternal and organizational lines, the Society does not compete with other pharmacy organizations.

Advisor: Dr. Jennifer Byrd

Kappa Psi is founded on four pillars: high ideals, sobriety, fellowship, and industry. The mission of the Zeta Upsilon chapter is to expand the profession of pharmacy at UUCOP through fellowship, service, and professional networking. The Fraternity is composed of dedicated students, who willingly commit his or her time, energy, and resources, to enhance both personal and professional development.

Advisor: Dr. Kim Bowman

The Rho Chi Society is the Pharmacy National Honor Society; the mission of the Society is to encourage and recognize excellence in intellectual achievement, foster fellowship, encourage high standards of conduct and character and advocate critical inquiry in pharmacy. Students academically ranking in the top ten percent of their class are eligible for membership.

Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones

The Society seeks to serve as the collective and representative voice of student pharmacists; to advocate for and improve the health and welfare of Tennesseans; to provide opportunities for personal and professional development; to advocate for the provision of quality of pharmacy education; to facilitate continued involvement and leadership upon graduation; and to envision and shape the future of pharmacy.

Advisors: Dr. Kim Jones & Dr. Carson Cook

The purpose of the society is to make students aware of pharmacy practice in health systems, provide information to students about career directions in and credentials needed for pharmacy practice in health systems, and encourage membership and participation in the state society and national society as a student upon graduation.

Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey Snow

NCPA Student Affairs offers pharmacy students a wide array of opportunities to broaden and enrich their educational experience, gain valuable real world skills, earn scholarships, and have fun in the process. Our mission is to encourage, foster, and recognize an interest in community pharmacy ownership and entrepreneurship among the future leaders of their profession.

Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey Snow

The Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group (LMIG) is a committee of NCPA. The mission of the UUCOP LMIG is to empower individuals with evidence-based lifestyle interventions to promote and sustain positive behavior changes.

Advisor: Dr. Richard Addo

Union University College of Pharmacy provides a professional and exciting learning environment in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Our mission is to advance our knowledge and assume significant leadership positions within the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Our primary goal is to work closely with the department’s faculty in an effort to advance our knowledge and learn about opportunities in the field. We spread the word about our chapter’s existence and enlighten our peers of the opportunities that exist within this organization. We strive to be active in our community and encourage participation in the American Association of Pharmaceutical Sciences activities at the local, regional, and national level.

Advisors: Dr. Austin Camp and Dr. Zac Halford

The purpose of the organization is to orient students to the practice of clinical pharmacy by providing information to students about careers and opportunities within the field of clinical pharmacy, promoting dedication to excellence in patient care, research and education, and encouraging skill development necessary to function within an interdisciplinary team. The organization will also advocate the role of clinical pharmacists within healthcare and encourage participation in the American College of Clinical Pharmacy at the national level and/or the local/regional chapters.

Advisor: Michael Renfrow

Student Ambassadors serve as representatives of the College of Pharmacy. The purpose of the Student Ambassador Program is to carry forward the mission and message of Union University and the College of Pharmacy to potential students and the community at large. The Student Ambassadors will also promote Pharmacy as a career through various activities. Activities of Student Ambassadors include, but are not limited to, providing tours, participating in community events, assisting with school events and mentoring pre-pharmacy students.