Lynn Simpson
College of Pharmacy
Clinical Associate Professor & Alumna

After building a successful dog grooming business, UH College of Pharmacy faculty member Lynn Simpson (‘96, Pharm.D. ‘96) has earned national honors for grooming the next generation of pharmacy professionals. Simpson, a clinical associate professor and executive vice chair of pharmacy practice, received the American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists’ 2007 Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award at the organization’s annual meeting in March.

“Although I’m honored to receive this award, I really believe it’s the students who deserve it,” Simpson said. “Our students are amazing. Not only are they dedicated to the pharmacy profession and each have enormous leadership potential, but they all have a great sense of humor and let you share in their personal experiences.”

Simpson was singled out for her decade-long spirit, energy and impact on students as a UH faculty member and adviser for the student chapter. Through her support and encouragement, eight UH pharmacy students have held regional or national leadership posts in APhA-ASP and two students have won the organization’s National Patient Counseling Competition, marking the first time a college has won consecutive first-place titles in the event.

“Dr. Simpson is always ready to offer guidance and suggestions, while insisting that we make our own decisions,” said Jon Arends, president of the UH chapter of APhA-ASP that nominated Simpson for the award. “Her dedication to patient counseling is unparalleled, and she challenges students to continually work on our skills for the ultimate benefit of the patient.”

A member of the college’s inaugural class of Pharm.D. graduates in 1996, Simpson has been a faculty member of the College and served as the APhA-ASP chapter adviser at UH for 10 years. Before her career in pharmacy, Simpson owned and operated dog grooming and pet supply shops for 14 years when she decided to sell her business and change careers

“I just love working with students, both in the classroom setting and the professional arena,” Simpson said. “It’s always great to receive recognition, but it’s really special when you know it comes from the students.”