Nicole Kwiek, PhD

Dr. Kwiek’s work focuses on the use of pharmacology as a context to engage science learners of all ages. In her current role as Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Educational Innovation, she oversees the college’s undergraduate and Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) learning experiences, student success, and recruitment/admissions. She also co-leads the Pathways and Recruitment Opportunities for Pharmacy Exploration and Learning (PROPEL) program, which aims to elevate awareness of pharmacy careers among middle and high school students in medically underserved communities, increase enrollment in pharmacy training pathways, and provide professional training focused on caring for underserved patients.

Previously, she co-founded and led Generation Rx, a national educational initiative aimed at promoting awareness of safe medication-taking practices and the dangers of prescription drug misuse. She created and launched the Generation Rx Laboratory, a pharmacology education research laboratory at the Center for Science and Industry (COSI) in Columbus, Ohio. She also founded the popular Pills, Potions, and Poisons summer science enrichment program for high school students.