The Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will award its highest honor, the Lawrence C. and Delores M. Weaver Medal of Honor to Drake pharmacy alumnus and retired otolaryngology head and neck surgery physician, Steven Herwig, PH’71, GR’99. Dr. Herwig will deliver the Weaver Medal Lecture on Thursday, Oct. 7, at 2 p.m. in Sussman Theater. The lecture will also be livestreamed at drake.edu/cphs/weaver-lecture and recorded for later viewing.

The Weaver Medal of Honor recognizes an individual’s dedication to making a substantial impact on the profession of pharmacy and the advancement of human health.

“Dr. Steve Herwig has had a significant impact on Drake, our College, and the central Iowa community,” said Renae Chesnut, dean of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. “He has served as a leader and role model, in addition to establishing funds that further the College’s mission. He embodies the College’s values of collaboration, innovation, and professionalism.”

Learn more about Dr. Herwig and his contributions to the College.

— Kaylyn Maher, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences