University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

Minneapolis Alumni Reception
2025-10-19 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Oct. 19Time: 8-9:30 p.m.

Alumni attending The American College of Clinical Pharmacy’s Annual Meeting and those in the Minneapolis area are invited to reconnect over drinks and hors d’oeuvres during our University reception.

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TIME

The event will begin at 8 p.m.

Location

The Hyatt Regency Minneapolis at 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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Grad Happy Hour

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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

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Virtual Author Talk with Alumna Rachel Hagemann, RPH
2025-10-15 18:30 - 19:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Oct. 15Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Reconnect with fellow alumni during an engaging virtual author talk featuring our very own Rachel Hageman B.S. ’95 RPH! Dive into her captivating debut novel, The Pharmacy Student: A Narcissist, set against the backdrop of the St. Louis College of Pharmacy at UHSP. This powerful story unravels the lives of a close-knit group of students as they navigate the profound impact of losing a friend unexpectedly. Join us for an insightful discussion where you can ask Rachel questions about her writing journey, share your own experiences from your time at the College, and reflect on how those days shaped your path.

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TIME

The event will begin at 12:30 p.m.

Location

Online

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at alumni@uhsp.edu or call 314.446.8501.

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Chicago Area Alumni Reception
2025-10-10 18:00 - 19:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Oct. 10Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

Alumni attending the Illinois Pharmacists Association’s Annual Conference and those in the Chicago area are invited to reconnect over drinks and hors d’oeuvres during our University reception at The Westin Chicago Lombard.

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TIME

The event will begin at 6 p.m.

Location

The Westin Chicago Lombard at 70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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07

Grad Happy Hour

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09

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Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

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Fireside Chats & S’mores
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Sept. 18Time: 5-6:30 p.m.

Come together with students, fellow alumni, and friends around the firepit for a delightful evening filled with camaraderie and tasty s’mores. Enjoy some snacks and embrace the spirit of community on the UHSP Campus. It’s the perfect ending to the summer!

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TIME

The event will begin at 5 p.m.

Location

UHSP Quad

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
07

Grad Happy Hour

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09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

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Osage Beach Alumni Reception
2025-09-12 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Sept. 12Time: 6-8 p.m.

Alumni attending the Missouri Pharmacy Association’s Annual Conference and those in the Osage Beach area are invited to reconnect during our university reception at the Margaritaville Lake Resort.

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TIME

The event will begin at 6 p.m.

Location

Margaritaville Lake Resort at 494 Tan Tar A Drive, Osage Beach, MO 65065.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
07

Grad Happy Hour

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09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

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White Coat Ceremony
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Sept. 5, 2025Time: 6-8 p.m.

The White Coat Ceremony will mark the class of 2029’s transition into the professional program. Having completed coursework to equip them with knowledge in the arts, humanities and sciences, each student will receive a white coat and reflect on the profound responsibility that comes with their new role as a member of the pharmacy profession.

DATE AND TIME

Friday, Sept. 5 6-8 p.m. Refreshments to follow

Location

University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Auditorium

parking

Complimentary parking is available in the UHSP Main Garage at 4531 Nash Way, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110. Parking will be extremely limited, so please carpool if at all possible.

tickets

Each guest attending the White Coat Ceremony will be required to present their QR code ticket. Students will be eligible to register for four tickets to the main seating area in the auditorium with some extra tickets available on a first come first serve basis. There will also be tickets available to watch the ceremony via live stream in the additional seating area on campus. Guests and families will receive QR tickets from their student.

Accommodations

UHSP has reserved a block of rooms for friends and family traveling in from out of town at Aloft St. Louis Cortex, DoubleTree by Hilton and Drury Hotels.

Aloft St. Louis CortexCheck availability and book your group rate.

DoubleTree by HiltonCheck out availability and book your group rate. Use the corporate ID: 3288714.

Drury HotelsCheck out availability and book your room. Use the promo Code: 325956.

SPONSOR A WHITE COAT

Help us recognize the next generation of pharmacy leaders and guide them toward an exciting future by sponsoring a student’s white coat. Sponsors can include a personal note of well wishes and advice that will be placed in the pocket of a student’s white coat to open on the day of the event.

Sponsor A White Coat Today

Questions?

This page is being regularly updated with all white coat-related information. If you have any additional questions, please email us at events@uhsp.edu and we will be happy to assist you.

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18

Canceled: Spring Preview Day

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May
07

Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
09

Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement

Celebrate the undergraduate and graduate classes of 2026 during our commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.

May
09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

May
09

Professional Commencement

Celebrate the St. Louis College of Pharmacy class of 2026 during Professional Commencement on Saturday, May 9.

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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Illinois Summer Sendoff
2025-07-27 14:00 - 16:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: July 27, 2025Time: 2-4 p.m.

We are thrilled to warmly welcome our newest students to UHSP! Join us toconnect with current students and alumni, gain valuable insights, and start new friendshipsbefore you embark on your college adventure this fall.

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TIME

The event will begin at 2 p.m.

Location

Park North Golf Club is located at 3601 Sports Park Drive, Edwardsville, IL.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at alumni@uhsp.edu or call 314.446.8419

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Missouri Summer Sendoff
2025-07-20 14:00 - 16:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: July 20, 2025Time: 2-4 p.m.

We are thrilled to warmly welcome our newest students to UHSP! Join us toconnect with current students and alumni, gain valuable insights, and start new friendshipsbefore you embark on your college adventure this fall.

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TIME

The event will begin at 2 p.m.

Location

Chicken N Pickle located at 1500 S Main St. , St. Charles, MO 63303.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at alumni@uhsp.edu or call 314.446.8419.

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Annual Alumni Meeting
2025-05-15 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: May 15, 2025Time: 6-8 p.m.

Curious about what is happening at University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy? Hosted by the UHSP Alumni Council, the Annual Alumni Meeting will feature a year-in-review from campus leaders followed by a networking reception on the UHSP campus.

Unable to join in person? A virtual option will be available.

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TIME

The event will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Location

UHSP Campus

Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the UHSP Main Garage, 4315 Nash Way, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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Springfield, Missouri Alumni Reception
2025-04-10 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: April 10, 2025Time: 6-8 p.m.

Alumni in the Springfield, Missouri area andthose attending the Missouri Society of Health Systems Pharmacists Spring Meeting are invitedto reconnect over drinks and hor d’oeuvres during our reception at the University Plaza Hotel.

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TIME

The event will begin at 6 p.m.

Location

University Plaza Hotel located at 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65806.

Register for the Springfield Reception

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

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Missouri History Museum Panel
2025-04-03 17:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: April 3, 2025Time: 5-8 p.m.

St. Louis College of Pharmacy at UHSP and the Missouri History museum are collaborating tohost an engaging panel discussing pharmacy through the lens of our community. The eventwill include a happy hour prior to the program.

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TIME

The event will begin at 5 p.m.

Location

Missouri History Museum located at 5700 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
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Grad Happy Hour

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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

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2026 Reunion Weekend

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Nashville Alumni Reception
2025-03-22 17:00 - 19:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: March 22, 2025Time: 5-7 p.m.

Tennessee-area alumni and alumni attending the American Pharmacists Association AnnualMeeting and Exposition are invited to join University leadership, and students for drinks andhors d’oeuvres.

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TIME

The event will begin at 5 p.m.

Location

Omni Nashville Hotel located at 250 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN.

Register for the NASHVILLE Reception

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
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Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

Join fellow alumni this fall to celebrate and connect during the annual Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Speed Networking Night
2025-03-06 17:30 - 19:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: March 6, 2025Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Get to know our current students during Speed Networking Night where students and alumni will move throughout the room allowing you to meet a variety of students in a short amount of time.

This exercise will also help prepare students for job interviews and professional interactions useful in their future careers.

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TIME

The event will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Location

Academic and Research Building, Room 111, UHSP Campus

Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the UHSP Main Garage, 4315 Nash Way, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
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Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

Join fellow alumni this fall to celebrate and connect during the annual Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Alumni Travel Info Webinar
2025-02-18 11:30 - 12:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Feb. 18Time: 11:30 a.m.

Calling all travel-loving alumni! Join our travel experts for an engaging info session where you’ll discover amazing trip opportunities for 2025 and 2026! Get inspired, plan your next adventure, and connect with fellow wanderlust enthusiasts.

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TIME

The event will begin at 11:30 a.m.

Location

Online

Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at alumni@uhsp.edu or call 314.446.8501.

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Apr
18

Canceled: Spring Preview Day

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May
07

Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
09

Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement

Celebrate the undergraduate and graduate classes of 2026 during our commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.

May
09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

May
09

Professional Commencement

Celebrate the St. Louis College of Pharmacy class of 2026 during Professional Commencement on Saturday, May 9.

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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New Orleans Midyear Reception
2024-12-08 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Dec. 8, 2024Time: 6-8 p.m.

Alumni attending the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition and those in the New Orleans area are invited to reconnect during a University reception.

Those in attendance will also have the chance to meet UHSP President Brian Seiz, B.S. ’97, Pharm.D. ’98, and Terri Warholak, Ph.D., dean of St. Louis College of Pharmacy.

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TIME

The event will take place 6-8 p.m.

Location

Hilton RiversideTwo Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130In Grand Salon D: Section 19

Register for the New Orleans Midyear Reception

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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Grad Happy Hour

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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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Annual Alumni Holiday Party
2024-12-07 17:00 - 19:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Dec. 7, 2024Time: 5-7:30 p.m.

Enjoy the holiday décor on Historic Main Street in St. Charles, Missouri and stay for an alumni holiday party at the Grand Opera House Banquet Center! Family and friends are welcome. Tickets include dinner and beverages.

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TIME

The event will be held 5-7:30 p.m.

Location

Grand Opera House Banquet Center located at 311 N Main St, St Charles, MO 63301.

Register for the Holiday Party

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
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Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

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09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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Career Fair and Residency Showcase
2024-11-14 11:00 - 13:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Nov. 14, 2024Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Are you hiring? UHSP is hosting its annual Career Fair and Residency Showcase on campus. Share your part-time, internship post-doctoral or full-time career opportunities, or attend to meet potential employers!

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TIME

The event will take place 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location

Recreation Gym, Recreation and Student Center, UHSP Campus

Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the UHSP Main Garage, 4531 Nash Way, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110.

Register for the Career Fair and Residency Showcase

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
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Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
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Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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Founders Day
2024-11-08 08:00 - 16:30
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Nov. 7, 2025Time: All day

Founders Day has become one of the University’s most important traditions, where the campus community unites to reflect on all those who have contributed to the University over the years and celebrate our future.

Join us on Friday, Nov. 7 for a day of service, celebration and fun as we come together to honor our rich history.

Start the day serving the St. Louis community. Then, celebrate in the afternoon with on-campus activities, including a photobooth, face painters, balloon artists, caricature artists and a food truck.

Registration Coming Soon

DATE

Events will be held throughout the day on Nov. 7.

Location

Event locations will vary based on the volunteer event. Afternoon activities will be held on the UHSP Campus.

Accommodations

For Alumni traveling to St. Louis for Reunion weekend, there is a room block at the DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park located near campus. When making your reservation, select Special Rates and in the Corporate Accounts box enter: 3209007.

Founders Day Events

Celebrate Founders Day with us! A variety of activities will be happening across campus in recognition of the University’s founding, and you are invited to join the fun.

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Morning | Volunteering

Volunteer Check-In8-8:30 a.m. | Recreation and Student Center, UHSP CampusVolunteers will check-in for their designated volunteer assignment in the lobby of the Recreation and Student Center. Off-campus volunteers will be able to access the transport buses from this location as well.

Off-Campus Volunteer Transport8:30-9 a.m. | Various LocationsVolunteers for off-campus sites will be transported to these external sites via bus.

Volunteer Opportunities9 a.m.-Noon | Various LocationsOn-Campus Volunteer Options: Humane Society Shelter Buddies, Cards for Hospitalized Kids, Ronald McDonald House Tie Blanket Making, Girls in the Know & Community Women Against Hardship Period and Hygiene Kits, and Knitting and Crocheting Station Off-Campus Volunteer Options: Gateway Pet Guardians, Veteran’s Advantage Urgent Care, Gateway 180 Homeless Shelter and Missouri Botanical Gardens Garden Glow Decorating

Off-Campus Volunteer TransportNoon-12:30 p.m. | Various and UHSP CampusVolunteers for off-campus sites will be transported to back to campus via bus.

Afternoon | Campus Celebration

Founders Day LunchNoon-1:30 p.m. | Recreation and Student Center, UHSP CampusEnjoy lunch on us!

Afternoon Activities1:30 p.m. | UHSP CampusCommemorate this moment at the photo booth; get silly with face painters, balloon artists and caricature artists; and satisfy your sweet tooth at the mini donut food truck.

Join the Founders Day Giving Challenge

In the spirit of service and giving back, the Founders Day Giving Challenge, our dedicated day of giving, is a great way to celebrate Founders Day while supporting current and future generations of UHSP students.

Join the Giving Challenge

Our Foundational History

When University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis was founded in 1864 as St. Louis College of Pharmacy, it became one of the first colleges of pharmacy west of the Mississippi River and added to a long history of health education in the region.

Since then, the University has played an integral role in the advancement of health sciences education.

Through times of war, economic depression and pandemics, the University has persevered and triumphed with innovation, evolution and the pioneering spirit of its founding. The University’s constant pursuit of excellence, insatiable curiosity and commitment to its students and community have always been the guiding light for our growth and expansion.

About Our Founding
Seeing a need for pharmacy education in St. Louis, Eugene Massot, a self-educated apothecary from Kentucky, became the founding father of St. Louis College of Pharmacy, and his vision became the foundation for our institution’s legacy.

As a 13-year-old boy growing up in Galena, Illinois, in 1836, Massot worked as an apprentice in a local pharmacy. In those days, apothecaries didn’t attend classes, and there were no formal degrees in pharmacy in the Midwest.

After completing his apprenticeship, Massot followed the Gold Rush to California, passing through St. Louis on the way. In 1852, he returned to St. Louis and opened his own drugstore, the same year the American Pharmaceutical Association (APhA) was formed. He became closely involved with APhA and helped to breathe new life into the St. Louis Pharmaceutical Association.

Massot wanted the local apothecaries, who had begun to meet in the back rooms of drugstores to learn about botany, chemistry and other pharmaceutical topics, to have the education he never had.

In 1860, Massot, along with a committee of apothecaries and physicians, was appointed by the St. Louis Pharmaceutical Association to consider opening a college of pharmacy. Discussions stalled out during the Civil War but were revived in September of 1864.

On November 11, 1864, at 7:30 p.m., St. Louis College of Pharmacy was founded in the hall of the St. Louis Medical College. Massot, along with four other medical colleagues, went about drafting a charter, constitution, and bylaws. He was the only apothecary on the committee.

Four years later, Massot was among the College’s first graduating class of 17 men.

In 1869, just one year later, the College was forced to suspend instruction due to low enrollment. Massot persuaded APhA to hold its annual convention in St. Louis in 1871, which garnered enough interest and support to boost enrollment, allowing the college to resume classes in 1871.

The legacy of Massot’s determination lives on as the institution continues to expand student opportunity through new programs and an innovative health care education that prepares graduates to be leaders in building a healthier society.

A History of Service

As a health care-focused institution, building communities and improving patient care is at the core of our identity. Students and faculty at the University are tackling some of society’s most pressing challenges.

A longstanding tradition of UHSP Founders Day is a dedicated morning of giving back to the community, which was established in 2001 by members of the Student Pharmacists Association. Over the years, hundreds of students, faculty and staff have volunteered their time each fall at sites across the city.

During the event, UHSP students, faculty and staff volunteer at community service sites throughout the St. Louis area where they provide health consultations, clean up the lush green space of Forest Park and participate at other locations throughout the metro area.

Questions?

If you have questions about reunion events or alumni volunteer opportunities for Founders Day, you can contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@uhsp.edu.

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18

Canceled: Spring Preview Day

Connect with the people who know us best and discover what makes UHSP the perfect place to begin your career during Fall Preview Day!

May
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Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
09

Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement

Celebrate the undergraduate and graduate classes of 2026 during our commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.

May
09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

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May
09

Professional Commencement

Celebrate the St. Louis College of Pharmacy class of 2026 during Professional Commencement on Saturday, May 9.

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06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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Family Day
2024-09-28 09:00 - 14:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Sept. 28, 2024

We are excited to invite you to join us for Family Day at UHSP! You won’t want to miss this special day designed to give you the chance to reconnect and visit with your students.

DATE

The event will begin at 9 a.m.

Location

UHSP Campus

Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the UHSP Main Garage, 4315 Nash Way, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110.

Family Day Events

Friday, sept. 27

Going to be in town a little early? Dress in your favorite UHSP gear and help us round out our Spirit Week during our Friday evening activities:

Pep Rally | 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Women’s Volleyball Game | 6 p.m.

saturday, sept. 28

Join your students for a day full of fun! Head to the UHSP Quad* where there will be a variety of activities sponsored by UHSP faculty and staff members. Here’s what we have planned:

Check-in Table | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

College of Global Population Health First Aid Kit Station | 9-11 a.m.

Selfie and 360 Video Booth | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Women’s Volleyball Game | 12-2 p.m.

Come cheer on the home team as they battle it out against Mission University!

Additional Activities

Yard games | Music | Inflatable Fun | Student Organization Activities | Temporary Tattoos | Bracelet Making

*In the event of inclement weather, Family Day activities will take place in the Recreation Gym on the second floor of our Recreation and Student Center (RAS).

Other Things Happening Around St. Louis

We also encourage you and your students to explore St. Louis after your visit to campus. St. Louis has multiple events and activities happening during Family Day weekend. These include:

Back to the Future Musical and the Fox Theater

Evolution Music Festival in Forest Park

St. Louis CITY SC vs. Sporting Kansas City

Fright Fest at Six Flags St. Louis

Gateway Arch National Park – In honor of National Public Lands Day, the park will offer free admission on Sept. 28.

Saint Charles October Fest

Tower Grove Pride Festival

Concerts and comedy shows throughout town

Some off-campus events require tickets, so be sure to review website information before you go!

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding Family Day, please contact Amiee More, Coordinator of Student Engagement, at amiee.more@uhsp.edu.

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Grad Happy Hour

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09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

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2026 Reunion Weekend

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Springfield, Illinois Alumni Reception
2024-09-27 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Sept. 27, 2024Time: 8:30-10 p.m.

Alumni attending the Illinois Pharmacists Association’s Annual Conference and those in the Springfield, Illinois area are invited to a University reception at the Crowne Plaza Springfield.

We also encourage those attending the conference to stop by UHSP’s booth throughout the weekend to meet with President Brian Seiz, B.S. ’97, Pharm.D. ’98, and Terri Warholak, Ph.D., dean of St. Louis College of Pharmacy.

Register Today

TIME

The event will be held 8:30-10 p.m.

Location

Crowne Plaza Springfield located at 3000 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703.

Register for the Springfield Reception

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
07

Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

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06

2026 Reunion Weekend

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St. Louis Alumni Reception
2024-08-30 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Aug. 30, 2024Time: 6-8 p.m.

Alumni and friends attending the Missouri Pharmacy Association’s Annual Conference, and St. Louis area alumni, are invited to a special reception with President Brian Seiz, B.S. ’97, Pharm.D. ’98, and University faculty for drinks and hors d’oeuvres at St. Louis Union Station.

Register Today

TIME

The event will begin at 6 p.m.

Location

St. Louis Union Station located at 1820 Market StreetSt. Louis, MO 63103.

Register for the St. Louis ALUMNI EVENT

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the event, please contact DeAmbra Crochrell, director of alumni engagement, at deambra.crochrell@uhsp.edu.

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May
07

Grad Happy Hour

Welcome the class of 2026 to the alumni community during our grad happy hour and join us in celebrating this important milestone.

May
09

Gold Alumni Commencement Celebration

Walk once more in celebration side-by-side with our newest graduates. We warmly invite all Gold Alumni—those who have received their 50-Year Gold Medallion—to take…

Nov
06

2026 Reunion Weekend

Join fellow alumni this fall to celebrate and connect during the annual Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Lab Discovery Day
2024-08-29 18:00 - 20:00
Nashville Alumni Reception

Date: Aug. 29, 2024Time: 6-8 p.m.

Participate in one of three lab activities during Lab Discovery Day at UHSP.

Each lab will be unique to each of our three colleges and will allow you to experience the hands-on interactive learning that students can expect from a UHSP education.

Optional campus tours will be available at the end of the event. Dinner will also be provided for those in attendance.

TIME

The event will begin at 6 p.m.

Location

UHSP Campus

Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the UHSP Main Garage, 4315 Nash Way, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110.

Register for Lab Discovery Day

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Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact Liz Singler-Cato, assistant director of student events and experience, at liz.singler-cato@uhsp.edu.

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Canceled: Spring Preview Day

Connect with the people who know us best and discover what makes UHSP the perfect place to begin your career during Fall Preview Day!
