The University of Florida College of Pharmacy’s 2025–2030 Strategic Plan sets a bold course for the future — one rooted in a shared mission to enhance lives through innovation and excellence in pharmacy education, research and practice. Guided by a vision to lead the profession in optimizing health and wellness for individuals and communities, this five-year roadmap outlines key priorities that will shape the college’s continued growth and impact.
A Bold Course for the Future
UF College of Pharmacy
Mission
We enhance the lives of others through our expertise and innovation in pharmacy education, research and practice, fostering discovery, supporting lifelong learning and developing future pharmacy leaders.
UF College of Pharmacy
Vision
Be the leader in pharmacy education, research and practice to optimize the health and wellness of individuals and communities.
Strategic Plan Priorities
Education
Excel as a top-tier institution in developing future leaders in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences through innovation, collaboration and a commitment to academic excellence.
Research
Discover new knowledge to improve the lives of others through high-impact research.
Clinical Practice
Lead transformative pharmacy innovation through research, comprehensive training and collaborative practice models to enhance patient outcomes and health care efficiency.
ACCESS
Champion ACCESS (Advocacy, Community, Connection, Engagement, Support, Success)
Resource Stewardship
Foster a culture dedicated to talent development, stewardship and engaging alumni and friends.
Strategic Plan Summaries
Education
Excel as a top-tier institution in developing future leaders in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences through innovation, collaboration and a commitment to academic excellence.
Pharm.D.
- Optimize and apply a student-centric approach to prepare graduates with the core knowledge, professional attitudes and critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will enable them to thrive and adapt in a rapidly evolving pharmacy career
- Cultivate an educational environment that empowers students to provide high-quality care to all patient populations
- Advance pharmacy education through the implementation of innovative and research-informed teaching strategies and a commitment to scholarly excellence
Ph.D.
- Elevate the graduate program’s reputation to recruit top-tier students through targeted, strategic initiatives
- Enhance the graduate program through research collaboration and innovation
- Engage and support students with a focus on mentorship and community.
Lifelong Learning
- Balance sustainable growth with financial viability
- Ensure educational offerings are relevant, timely, and applicable to our learners
- Establish online educational best practices for our learners and peers
Research
Discover new knowledge to improve the lives of others through high-impact research.
Enhance national and global recognition for excellence in pharmaceutical research by strengthening training programs
Advance our impact in innovative, translational and transformative research
Empower inter-disciplinary research across multiple therapeutic areas in pharmaceutical research
Clinical Practice
Lead transformative pharmacy innovation through research, comprehensive training and collaborative practice models to enhance patient outcomes and health care efficiency.
Lead positive transformation and innovation in pharmacy through dissemination of scholarship and research, contributions to professional organizations, and promotion of the profession
Enhance patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness of health care delivery through designing, piloting and sustaining pharmacy practice models that integrate interprofessional collaboration, state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices
Excel in innovative pharmacy practice models by creating sustainable, comprehensive training programs that equip students, residents, and fellows with the necessary skills and knowledge
ACCESS
Champion ACCESS (Advocacy, Community, Connection, Engagement, Support, Success)
Ensure support and success for all
Enhance community engagement activities in relation to our three campuses and the state of Florida
Foster meaningful connection and engagement
Resource Stewardship
Foster a culture dedicated to talent development, stewardship and engaging alumni and friends.
Increase engagement with alumni and friends to strengthen college relationships
Promote professional development for faculty to enhance their academic knowledge and advance their teaching, research and practice skills
Promote comprehensive talent development, including topics ranging from leadership, professional, and personal development for staff
Strategic Planning Process
For 18 months, dedicated faculty and staff across the University of Florida College of Pharmacy contributed their ideas, expertise and vision to shape the 2025–2030 Strategic Plan. Their thoughtful collaboration has produced a roadmap that will guide our pursuit of excellence in pharmacy education, research and practice.
