Minnesota Pharmacists Association

05/27/2026

Ever wanted to be an influencer? Now’s your chance to shine!

MPhA is Partnering with the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) to strengthen vaccine confidence. Minnesota pharmacy vaccinators are invited to become one of our state’s local vaccine confidence influencers. 💉

To find out more and join our influencer team visit our website: https://www.mpha.org/MPhA/News/2026/NASPA-Vaccine-Influencer.aspx

05/19/2026

🏆 Help us recognize the incredible leaders shaping the future of pharmacy in Minnesota!

MPhA is now accepting nominations for annual awards recognizing excellence in leadership, innovation, advocacy, community service, and patient care across the profession. Award recipients will be celebrated at the MPhA Annual Conference this fall. Nomination deadline is June 30.

Know a pharmacist, technician, advocate, or colleague making a difference? Nominate them today and help celebrate the impact of our pharmacy community. 💊✨

Learn more about award categories, criteria, and nomination information here: https://www.mpha.org/MPhA/Membership/Awards

05/16/2026

Calling all student pharmacists! 📣 We want to see you this fall at our annual conference!

Looking to grow your leadership skills, expand your network, and get more involved in Minnesota pharmacy? We partner with U of M’s Minnesota Pharmacy Student Alliance to offer opportunities for advocacy, professional development, networking, conference presentations, mentorship, and more. Student members also gain access to multiple professional pharmacy organizations through MPSA membership.

Learn more about student resources, involvement opportunities, and upcoming events here: https://mpha.org/MPhA/MPhA/Resources/Student-Resources

05/04/2026

MPhA is looking for proposals for Clinical Pearls, Practice Pearls and Round Table presentations. Help contribute to our learning and networking at the MPhA Annual Conference in Bloomington October 29-30, 2026.

If you have an idea we would love to hear about it! Submit your ideas here:
https://form.jotform.com/261089389950168

Proposals are due by June 12, 2026.

04/07/2026

Don’t miss out on our last session! Join us on Thursday, April 9th at noon.

Minnesota was awarded $193 million for the first year of Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). MDH is now taking proposals from rural sites across the state to receive funding.

MPhA wants to help stakeholders apply for this funding.

Find meeting link here:
https://www.mpha.org/iCore/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=200&WebsiteKey=75b97cdf-3363-4712-b41c-8a7e5df87e4a

04/02/2026

Minnesota was awarded $193 million for the first year of Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). MDH is now taking proposals from rural sites across the state to receive funding.

MPhA wants to help stakeholders apply for this funding.

Join us for conversation with updates, sharing and brainstorming! In case you missed the 1st session on April 1st. Don’t worry, we have 2 more session!

Friday, April 3rd at 9 AM
Thursday, April 9th at Noon

Find meeting links here:

Opportunities for Pharmacist-Delivered Care via the Rural Health Transformation Program: Updates, Sharing, and Brainstorming

04/01/2026

APhA 2026 has just wrapped up, and we are so proud to have MPhA representation collaborating with Pharmacists throughout the US. Representing Minnesota was Rebecca Pickler, Director of Pharmacy at Coborn’s and a past President of MPhA; Michelle Aytay, Pharmacy Affairs with Walgreens also a past President of MPhA; and Rose Yang, PGY1/2 Practice Advancement Resident and Fellow at the University of Minnesota. They engaged in House of Delegates sessions, attended learning sessions, reconnected with others at the Minnesota reception. Thank you for representing us so well!

02/26/2026

We are always proud to have our student members join us to advocate for our profession. Students from both the Duluth and Twin Cities campuses turned out for a successful Legislative day yesterday!

02/25/2026

Thank you to Caroline Gaither, PhD, FAPhA, Professor, Director of Graduate Studies and Interim Associate Department Head for sharing her insights and research on the Midwest Pharmacy Workforce.

02/25/2026

White Coats took on Capital Hill!

50+ visits were conducted with legislators today by dedicated pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and students.

Thank you for all who participated today and for your efforts in discussing key priorities with our state legislators!!