College of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health

The College of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health, provides you with robust education, hands-on experiences, and guidance from our expert faculty to prepare you for a successful career in the field.

The Florida A&M University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health program offers its learners PharmD, BS, MS, PhD, MPH and DrPH degrees. With its main campus in Tallahassee, Florida, it is the only pharmacy program in the United States with a fully accredited Institute of Public Health. The College has additional practice centers in Jacksonville, Davie, and Tampa with a campus in Crestview, which support the infrastructure for the College's statewide commitment to pharmacy and public health education through research, teaching, and community service.

 

EXPLORE OUR CAMPUSES

TALLAHASSEE - MAIN CAMPUS                    

DURELL PEADEN JR. RURAL PHARMACY EDUCATION CAMPUS 

 

 

 

COLLEGE NEWS & EVENTS

 

Vital Care Team
 

VitalCare is making a significant step forward in the delivery of home infusion therapy services with the purpose of conveniently, effectively, and compassionately serving the greater Tallahassee community.

Pharmacy workers in lab
 

The Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI) is funded at $15.7 Millionto help strengthen the FAMU Center for Health Disparities Research

Early and Ablordeppey
 

Professor, Eminent Scholar Chair and Fulbright Scholar Seth Y. Ablordeppey, PhD will take the reins as Interim Dean

2024 spring commencement
Congratulations!

Fabulous like family, the five are (L-R): Drs. David Gbogbo, Danetta Hooks, Jessica Saintibert and Donna R. Williams; Dr. Daphnie Elisha Loriston did not participate in the commencement exercise. 

AAPS-Convention-Spotlights-Pharmaceutics-Learners
FAMU CoPPS, IPH learners do it with excellence, once again! 

Also awarded at Cannabis Clinical Outcomes Research Conference 2024

Dr. Moran Received 2024 National Legacy Award
Congratulations Dr. Moran and thank you for your servant leadership!

Dr. James L. Moran, Jr., recipient of the 2024 National Legacy Award for his proven leadership skills and dedication to the betterment and sustainability of SGMP.

Molly Duckett, PharmD is the 2024-25 Community Pharmacy PGY-1 resident in collaborative Walgreens-Florida A&M University setting
Collaboration counts with the FAMU CoPPS, IPH!

Collaborative Walgreens-Florida A&M University setting

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Congratulations Dr. Martin, you are truly deservant!

A well-earned promotion has come to Tonya S. Martin, PharmD, BCGP, MAEd, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice on the Northeast Florida Campus of the FAMU CoPPS, IPH (Jacksonville, FL). 

FAMU CoPPS, IPH ACPE Accreditation Affirmation, and it is so- Moving forward to 2030!
Continue to work together to see us to this milestone in our ceaseless efforts to reach our ONE College/ONE Goal!

Well before, during and after the Accreditation Council on Pharmacy Education (ACPE) site visit to the main campus April 10-11, 2024, the postured, prepared, purposeful Florida A&M University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (FAMU CoPPS, IPH) team has been and continues to reevaluate, revamp, review and reinforce its selfexamined standards of "Excellence With Caring" while "Boldly Striking" to assure learners' desired outcomes of performance.

FAMU CoPPS, IPH and Florida Blue Foundation Collaboration
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Florida A&M University researchers, led by Karam F.A. Soliman, use flavonoids in fruits and vegetables as a promising treatment for triple-negative breast cancer, emphasizing the importance of these foods in potential therapy for the disease, particularly affecting African-American women.

 

 

Student sitting in graduation ceremony

MEET OUR LEARNERS 

CoPPS, IPH learners are highly engaged in the classroom and their careers. Each brings a unique background, intellect, aptitude, and knowledge.

St. Fleur

St. Fleur attended the ISPOR international conference during her first year, which led to published research.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with several experienced professors. I’m so thankful that the opportunity to grow and create innovative research projects will set me apart after graduation. Dissertation here I come! Nikema St. Fleur, a Ph.D. candidate in ESAP
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Gaspard

Gaspard serves as the historian and chaplain for the Delta Iota chapter of Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Inc.

His involvement in this and several other CoPPS, IPH learner organizations have enhanced his leadership skills.  Patric Gaspard P3 Learner
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Josef Wills

Wills earned the Experiential Star recognition from his involvement in his institutional IPPE at Doctors Memorial Hospi

His preceptor, Dr. Cherie Richey, said “I appreciate him going above and beyond in each project. He will be a great asset to our pharmacy profession in the future.” Josef Wills - P4 Learner
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FACULTY AND STAFF

Every learner's academic and professional success is essential to our faculty and staff. They truly embody the motto of "Excellence with Caring!"

 
The CoPPS, IPH is known for shaping the next generation of great leaders.
The CoPPS, IPH is known for shaping the next generation of great leaders.

 

ALUMNI AND FRIENDS

 Our Alumni are members of a growing community of leaders in practice, research, and public health. The connection to the College doesn’t end when with commencement. 

Pharmacy Alumni  

Stay connected and become involved

Pharmacy students in lecture hall  

Alumni and friends' contributions have an immediate and long-term impact.

Pharmacy Alumni The National Diamondback Pharmacy Alumni Council

8 Hours of Live Continuing Education for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

Resources for learners currently enrolled in the College.
Resources for learners currently enrolled in the College.

 

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College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health

1415 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tallahassee, Florida 32307
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850-599-3301
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850-599-3347
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CoPPSIPH@famu.edu