OU announced the new dean of the College of Pharmacy on Wednesday, pending final approval from the OU Board of Regents.
According to a press release, Melissa Medina will begin her role as the 14th dean of the college starting June 16. She has served as interim dean of the College of Pharmacy since last September.
Medina has worked at the College of Pharmacy for 24 years and currently serves as a professor and associate dean for assessment and evaluation.
Throughout her time at OU, she has led the college’s co-curriculum program and the Residency Teaching Certificate Programs for first- and second-year residents. She also teaches the clinical communication course and directs teaching certificate programs.
“Over the past 24 years, Dr. Medina has provided exceptional leadership in the OU College of Pharmacy, and her dedication to excellence in pharmacy education is invaluable,” Gary Raskob, senior vice president and provost of OU Health Sciences, said in the release.
Medina has received the 2023 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Lyman Award for Publication of the Year and the Robert K. Chalmers National Distinguished Pharmacy Educator of the Year Award, according to the release.
Additionally, Medina secured a $1.5 million grant from the Inasmuch Foundation to focus on workforce development and student success.
This story was edited by Ana Barboza. Avery Avery copy edited this story.
