Iowa Pharmacy Association

04/03/2026

🥁 Introducing our 2026 t-shirt!

This summer, get active, get social, and support student pharmacist scholarships! 💙

Sign up today: https://ow.ly/ZzKX50YvVAu

04/02/2026

Take part in peer-to-peer roundtables focused on implementing standard of care services. 💬 Discover solutions to common barriers and leave with a clear next step!

Join us in Mason City on April 9th! https://bit.ly/4t1kQRl

🚨 Registration closes Sunday night!

04/01/2026

In addition to celebrating achievements, IPA members were active during ! Iowa’s three delegates supported the policy development process.

Steve Firman, RPh, was recognized for his 20 years of service to the American Pharmacists Association’s Political Action Committee’s Board of Governors, serving 12 years as Chair.

Additionally, multiple IPA members presented sessions or posters at the meeting.

📸 Dalton Fabian, PharmD, RPh, presented on AI tools to enhance patient care, improve medication safety, and streamline operations. Laura Knockel, PharmD, BCACP, presented a vaccine administration skill refresher followed by hands-on practice.

Thank you all for representing Iowa at the national level! 👏

04/01/2026

We are proud that John Daniel, ’59 BSPh, was named a University of Iowa 2026 Eight Over 80 Award winner. 🏆 Congrats! For more than 60 years, John has been a steadfast community leader and pharmacist. The Fort Dodge, Iowa, pharmacy owner embraces civic duty, volunteering his time to strengthen his city and fostering quality pharmacy education. 💊

Daniel Pharmacy

03/31/2026

Pharmacy technicians ➡️ Join us Thursday evening!

Learn about Iowa’s standard of care regulatory framework and how it impacts pharmacy technician roles.

FREE virtual event: https://ow.ly/nAhN50YsYVh

03/30/2026

03/30/2026

Last night, IPA, Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy hosted a networking reception for Iowa pharmacy professionals at .

Outgoing APhA President Randy McDonough, PharmD, MS, BCGP, BCPS, FAPhA, was honored at the President’s Reception, and two Iowa pharmacists were recognized as APhA Fellows: Laura Knockel, PharmD, BCACP, and Kelly Brock, PharmD.

Possible was redefined —what an energizing meeting!

American Pharmacists Association Towncrest Pharmacy

03/29/2026

Registration for is now OPEN! 💙

Plan for two exciting days of policy adoption, idea sharing, and meaningful connection with pharmacy professionals across the state.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4rQuUuN

03/29/2026

At ? Join us TONIGHT! 🥂

Networking reception hosted by IPA, Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

✉️ Details: https://ow.ly/wG0N50YlhrL

03/28/2026

NEW Episode 🎙️ What, Why & How

2026 grads – you’re going to want to tune in!

IPA welcomes Jasmina Bjegovic, PharmD, and Andrew Funk, PharmD, from the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy to discuss the transition from the Iowa MPJE to the Uniform MPJE. Learn what stayed the same, what has changed, and how learners can best prepare for this new law exam format.

Listen & subscribe: https://ow.ly/hnni50YwkNg

03/27/2026

Students – Join us this fall for a fun weekend of leadership development, team building, and professional networking! 🍂

P1-P4 students at Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy are eligible to apply.

Learn more + apply today: www.iarx.org/billburke

03/26/2026

2️⃣ weeks away! Join us in Mason City for IPA Goes Local!

📍Historic Park Inn Hotel

Register today: https://bit.ly/4t1kQRl