Discover the key moments

These moments that have defined who we are, led to achievements that have advanced our school, and the steps that continue to guide our path forward as we prepare the next generation of pharmacists.

Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy Milestones

Looking Back

2026

2026

  • Professor Dr. Ike de la Pena appointed to the Editorial Board of Scientific Report. Read the News Story.
  • Dr. Caroline Sierra, associate dean of academic affairs, elected as Pediatric Pharmacy Association Board Member. Read the News Story.
  • Class of 2025 earned an impressive 88.1% first-time pass rate on the NAPLEX, higher than the national average of 86.8%. Read the News Story.
  • California Society of Health-System Pharmacists Names LLUSP Student Chapter the "Chapter of Distinction." Read the News Story.
  • Professor Dr. Ike de la Pena receives national ‘Innovation in Teaching’ award. Read the News Story.
  • New PharmTech-to-PharmD Pathway with San Bernardino Valley College. Read the News Story.
2025

2025

  • Professor McDonough named president of the American Pharmacists Association. Read the News Story.
  • School of Pharmacy announces new PharmD/MPH dual degree for incoming students in fall 2026. Read the News Story.
2023

2023

  • Former dean Michael Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, assumed the role American Pharmacists Association 15th Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Schools of Pharmacy and Behavioral Health receive $750,000 grant to pilot HIV prevention program. Read the News Story.
  • Two sets of twin doctors graduate from LLU School of Pharmacy and Medicine. Read the News Story.
2022

2022

  • September marks the start of the School's 20th year. Read the News Story.
  • School of Pharmacy dean, faculty member, recognized nationally for immunization efforts. Read the News Story.
  • LLUSP is the nation’s first Hispanic Center of Excellence in Pharmacy and will provide educational and training opportunities for the local community, increase representation among pharmacists, and address health issues throughout the Inland Empire. Read the News Story.
  • Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy received a top ten ranking from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy for research funding. The School ranked #3 in the Western United States and #15 nationally among 72 private schools of pharmacy for total extramural research funding awards during fiscal year 2021. Out of 143 pharmacy schools in the United States, LLU School of Pharmacy ranked #66. Read the News Story.
2021

2021

  • ACPE’s Board of Directors grants continued full accreditation for LLU’s Doctor of Pharmacy program until June 30, 2029 based on the School’s compliance with twenty-five accreditation standards. This achievement represents the maximum accreditation term ACPE awards to colleges/schools of pharmacy.
  • School of Pharmacy dean appointed to CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Read the News Story.
  • LLUSP receives grant to send mobile vaccine teams to vulnerable communities. Read the News Story. 
  • Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy recognized nationally for community response during pandemic. Read the News Story.
2020

2020

  • Dean Michael Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, became the American Pharmacists Association 165th president in March.
  • ACPE makes comprehensive site visit for purposes of continuing full accreditation.
  • School of Pharmacy initiates Health Professions Education MA dual degree through the School of Allied Health Professions.
2017 | 2018

2017 | 2018

  • Dr. Noreen Chan-Tompkins appointed role as School of Pharmacy Dean.
  • Dr. Marilyn Herrmann appointed Interim Dean.
     
2015

2015

  • LLU Schools of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions partner to offer MA in Health Informatics degree to pharmacy students.
2012

2012

  • School of Pharmacy moves into the newly renovated Shryock Hall on campus.
2011

2011

  • LLU Schools of Pharmacy and Religion offer dual MA degree in Ethics to pharmacy students.
2007

2007

  • The University selects Dr. Billy Hughes as Dean of the School of Pharmacy.
  • ACPE grants full accreditation for the Doctor of Pharmacy program.
2006

2006

  • LLUSP graduates its first student cohort.
     

 

2003 | 2004

2003 | 2004

  • Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) confers candidate status upon LLUSP.
  • Dr. Avis Erickson takes on the role of Executive Associate Dean of the School of Pharmacy.
2002

2002

  • LLU receives formal authorization from WASC to offer its Doctor of Pharmacy program. Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy (LLUSP), housed in West Hall and under the leadership of Dr. Bart Rippon, inaugural dean, welcomes first class of 34 students.
     
1995

1995

  • Loma Linda’s University Board of Trustees votes to approve the establishment of a School of Pharmacy.