Celebrating the College of Pharmacy Class of 2026 at the Dean’s Reception

Four years ago, members of the College of Pharmacy Class of 2026 gathered for their White Coat Ceremony, marking the beginning of their journey into the profession. On the eve of Commencement, the graduates came together once again for the annual College of Pharmacy Dean’s Reception — a celebration of their achievements, growth and future as pharmacists.

The reception honored graduating students, faculty and the milestones that shaped the class throughout their time at NEOMED. As they prepare to enter the profession, graduates were reminded that pharmacy is constantly evolving and that pharmacists continue to play an important role in advancing patient care and improving access to care in every community.

The reception served as both a celebration and a moment of reflection, recognizing not only the accomplishments of the Class of 2026, but also the leadership, resilience and dedication that brought them to this milestone.]

Congratulations to all the honorees!

2026 College of Pharmacy Student Award Recipients

Class of 2026 Gonfalonianan
Kaylee Ray

Bowl of Hygeia Award
Deanna Apicella

Matthew Allen Lewis Award for Outstanding Patient-Centered Pharmaceutical Care
Thomas Bee

Walgreens Champion
Deanna Apicella

Walgreens Multilingual Award
Jiad Mashrky

Evidence Based Medicine Approach to Patient Care Award
Jiad Mashrky

Excellence in Clinical Communication Award
Kaylee Ray

Akron Area Society of Health-System Pharmacists Award
Kaylee Ray

Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA) Student Leadership Award
Reece Bullock

Outstanding Researcher Award
Muhammad Farooqui

Professional Achievement Award
Mary Gomez

APhA-ASP Senior Recognition Award
Mollie Vergara

Student Excellence in Role Modeling of Interprofessional Collaboration Award
Brahmjot Judge

Summa Health Community Practice Award
Allyson Dilts

COCP Pharmacy Leadership Award
Lauren Ashton

COCP Pharmacy Leadership Scholarship
Brandon Skory

Viatris Excellence in Pharmacy Award
Deanna Apicella

Commitment to Service Award
Ashley Horton

2026 College of Pharmacy Faculty Award Recipients

Most Influential Professor/Faculty
Erik Wasowski, Pharm.D., BCPS

P4 Core Preceptor of the Year
Richard Chan, Pharm.D., BCPS

P4 Voluntary Faculty Preceptor of the Year
Jamee Colucci, Pharm.D. ('21)