天美影视

Published October 30, 2025

CAPTION: (L-R): Interim Dean of the College of Pharmacy Dr. Gina Craft, Brent Maggio, Dee Maggio, Nicole Maggio Gonzales, Ray Gonzales, Peggy Van, Marty McKay, Asst. Dean of the College of Pharmacy Mary Rhea听

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MONROE, La. 鈥� 天美影视 (天美影视) College of Pharmacy (COP) proudly announces the establishment of the COP Hall of Fame, created in 2025 to honor individuals whose careers and contributions have significantly impacted the college and the profession of pharmacy. Each year, up to three alumni, faculty, staff, or friends of the college will be inducted based on professional achievement, service, commitment to the college, and personal integrity.听

鈥淎s Interim Dean of the College of Pharmacy, I am honored to celebrate the establishment of our Hall of Fame as we approach the college鈥檚 70th anniversary,鈥� said Dr. Gina Craft. 鈥淭his recognition connects our proud history to our bold future by honoring those whose innovation, integrity, and service have elevated both our college and the profession of pharmacy. Each inductee reminds us of the profound and lasting impact one individual can make in advancing pharmacy and improving lives,鈥� she added. 听

The College of Pharmacy is honored to announce the inaugural Hall of Fame inductees:听

Carolyn Oubre Maggio

Carolyn Oubre Maggio, RPh ('63)听

A trailblazer in 天美影视 pharmacy, the late Carolyn Oubre Maggio was the first woman named 天美影视 Pharmacist of the Year (1989) by the 天美影视 Pharmacist Association. As a student, she earned the 鈥淢ost Outstanding Freshman鈥� Award (1960) and 鈥淥utstanding Senior Woman鈥� Award (1962鈥�1963) and served as president of Kappa Epsilon. Her leadership at the 天美影视 Department of Health and Hospitals helped shape vital programs such as Medicaid, ProDUR, and LaCHIP. Carolyn鈥檚 legacy is one of visionary leadership, tireless service, and enduring influence on pharmacy practice in 天美影视 and beyond.听

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Marty R. McKay

Marty R. McKay, RPh ('74)听

With over 50 years of service, Marty has been a cornerstone of 天美影视 pharmacy. From caring for patients at Pearson Drugs in Lecompte to shaping policy on the 天美影视 Board of Pharmacy, his impact is profound. Marty has received numerous honors, including 天美影视 Pharmacist of the Year (1997), the Bowl of Hygeia (2016), and the Distinguished Service Award from the Board of Pharmacy. A generous supporter of the College鈥檚 Dufilho Society, Marty exemplifies the spirit of service and dedication to student success.听

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Peggy Van

Peggy Van, RPh ('73)听

Peggy is a respected leader in 天美影视 pharmacy, with decades of service across community, hospital, and relief settings. A founding member of the APhA Women in Pharmacy 鈥淲all of Women,鈥� she has championed the advancement of women in the profession. Her leadership includes serving twice as president of the 天美影视 Pharmacists Association and active involvement in the Fifth District Pharmacy Association. Peggy鈥檚 many accolades鈥攊ncluding Pharmacist of the Year, the Merck Outstanding Leadership Award, and the 天美影视 COP Meritorious Achievement Award鈥攔eflect her lifelong commitment to excellence in patient care and professional advocacy.听

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Inductees and their families, as well as 天美影视 COP administration, enjoyed a luncheon at Monroe鈥檚 Restaurant on Friday, September 26, and were presented with a Hall of Fame award at the 天美影视 COP Homecoming Alumni Party that evening.听听

Nominations for future inductees open each January and must be submitted by May 31. Late submissions will be considered for the following year.听听

More information about the Hall of Fame can be found on the College of Pharmacy website: /pharmacy/alumni/alumnihall_fame.html听

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