Janeen Winnike, Associate Dean for Student Affairs at the College of Pharmacy, has been named the Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA) Educator of the Year. Dean Winnike was recognized at the IPhA Annual Conference for her significant contributions to Student Pharmacists across the state of IL and throughout many others. Those that have had the privilege of being taught by or working with Dean Winnike can attest to her magnificent ability as a connector, a leader, and her utmost professionalism in academic pharmacy and the profession at large. Dean Winnike has poured immeasurable energy and dedication into the unwavering support of Student Pharmacists, alumni, and the pharmacy community alike, while being an advocate for her colleagues and loving mother and wife to her beautiful family. Thank you Dean Winnike for all you have done for countless pharmacists and congratulations on your award.