An unwavering commitment to outstanding education and research has defined the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences for 60 years, making it one of the premier pharmacy institutions in the world. We now move into our seventh decade of educating pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists who possess the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to become leaders in pharmacy and pharmacy-related practice, research and education.

We have embarked on a remarkable journey to transform ourselves from a highly recognized school to one of true distinction and pre-eminence. We are championing a number of initiatives, including aggressively enhancing our infrastructure to support world-class teaching, learning and research; providing innovative solutions to the Provincial government in health care and research; building solid, lasting relationships with the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries in British Columbia and across Canada, and playing an important leadership role in major new provincial initiatives such as the Centre for Drug Research and Development (CDRD).

With all this established quality, the coming emphasis will be on excellence - attracting outstanding researchers and educators and giving them the tools to do the best job possible. Our Faculty's Strategic Plan, available on our website, is guiding us towards our vision of providing innovative solutions to society's evolving health care needs, promoting the value of life-long learning and helping shape the future of health care in British Columbia, the nation and beyond.

We are poised to enter a period of great opportunity; and we face our challenges with genuine talent and resolve. We are ready to work even harder to strengthen our reputation as the place Where Medication Experts Learn and Discover.

In true partnership, we will make a difference.

 

Robert Sindelar
Professor and Dean