Question 1

What is GLPC?

Accepted Answer

GLPC stands for Great Lakes Pharmacy Conference. Its goal is to expose pre-pharmacy (and pre-health) undergraduates to the broad world of pharmacy – traditional, clinical, and industry alike.

Question 2

Who organizes GLPC?

Accepted Answer

It’s run by the Pre-Pharmacy Student Organization (PPSO) at the University of Michigan, a student-led organization dedicated to prepping students for pharmacy school and careers in the pharmaceutical industry.

Question 3

Who should attend?

Accepted Answer

If you’re pre-pharmacy or interested in the pharmacy field (whether community pharmacy, clinical, research, lab work, or industry), GLPC is for YOU.

Question 4

I am in high school. Can I still attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We encourage any student interested in pharmacy to attend, even if you’re in high school!

Question 5

What do we get out of it?

Accepted Answer

You get:
Workshops & panels (on compounding, ethics, pharmacy careers, grad-school application, etc.)
Networking opportunities with current pharmacy students, professionals, and representatives from top pharmacy schools
Exposure to real-world pharmacy practices, career paths, and emerging topics in pharmacy beyond just retail pharmacy.

Question 6

When/Where is GLPC held?

Accepted Answer

The upcoming 7th Annual Conference is scheduled for April 4, 2026. It’s held at Rackham Graduate School in Ann Arbor, MI.

Question 7

How much does the ticket cost / Do I need to register?

Accepted Answer

Early registration tickets are $8. Regular registration is $12. Early registration closes January 31, and regular registration closes March 25!

Question 8

Is there a dress code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the attire is business casual.

Question 9

Is lunch provided?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We provide lunch.

Question 10

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

While there is no parking lot at Rackham, there are parking meters for street parking right outside. Alternatively, you can also park at Maynard Structure, which is the closest parking structure.

Question 11

Should I bring anything with me?

Accepted Answer

You are not required to bring anything, and we will provide a bag for you to carry any goodies you may get throughout the day. However, feel free to bring your resume to pass on to the professionals at the conference!

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