College of Pharmacy Dean Donald Letendre was named a fellow of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) during the group's summer meetings and exhibition event June 2–6 in Denver, Colorado.

Letendre was one of 16 pharmacists honored as part of the ASHP Practitioner Recognition Program, which recognizes pharmacy professionals who have demonstrated sustained commitment or contributions to excellence in practice for at least 10 years, contributed to the total body of knowledge in the field, demonstrated active involvement and leadership in ASHP, and have been actively involved in educating practitioners and others.

The program has recognized 916 fellows since it began in 1988.