Category: Students
RASP poster presentations capture student research
April 18, 2024Third year Pharm.D. students in the Research and Scholarship in Pharmacy (RASP) pathway presented their research findings to peers, faculty and staff members of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy on April 17. “The RASP poster session remains a highlight of our academic calendar, showcasing the remarkable achievements of our students within the RASP pathway,” said Kathryn Morbitzer, Pharm.D., RASP program director and associate professor in the Division of Practice Advancement and Clinical Education. “This celebratory event not only highlights the culmination of over a year of dedicated research and innovation, but also marks a pivotal moment for our students … Read more
UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy and NC A&T partner to establish early assurance program
March 21, 2024The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, the No.1 pharmacy school in the country, and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) have established an Early Assurance Program (EAP). This partnership means current NC A&T students interested in pursuing a doctoral degree in pharmacy may be eligible for assured admission to the School. “The Early Assurance Program allows us to admit exceptionally talented students who will become the next generation of pharmacy leaders and innovators,” said Angela Kashuba, Pharm.D., Dean of the UNC Eshleman School of Pharmacy. “This new partnership will open the door for many students to pursue … Read more
Monash University students experience pharmacy education in the U.S.
March 20, 2024Five pharmacy students from Monash University in Australia, a PharmAlliance partner, are about to complete their eight-week visiting scholars program with the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy’s Center for Innovative Pharmacy Education and Research (CIPhER). Each visiting scholar is a fourth-year student in Monash’s Bachelor of Pharmacy program. They will receive their master’s after their upcoming fifth-year internship. Cassie Bright, Alice Doan, Sooyeon Kim, Amanda Kirollos and Talia Raman unanimously agreed that this experience enhanced their pharmacy education and opened their eyes to new opportunities for the future. “For me, I have the aspiration to work globally in the future, so … Read more
UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy maintains No. 1 residency match rate in U.S. among schools with 75+ students registering to match
March 13, 2024Updated April 11, 2024 Pharm.D. students from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy maintained the No. 1 American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) PGY1 residency match rate among schools of pharmacy in the U.S. with 75 or more students registering to match. In addition, the School was No. 1 among North Carolina pharmacy programs. The match happens annually to help Pharm.D. students secure positions in residency programs of their choice, and to help the programs get the applicants of their choice. “From welcoming these students in their first year, to celebrating their achievements on match day, walking alongside them through … Read more
Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society inducts 28 students
March 11, 2024Established in 1922, the Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society encourages and recognizes excellence in intellectual achievement and advocates critical inquiry in all aspects of pharmacy. The Rho Chi Xi Chapter in Chapel Hill held its annual induction ceremony at the Carolina Inn on March 9, welcoming 28 second year Pharm.D. students into the prestigious organization. The keynote speaker was Allison Pecha Lim, Pharm.D., vice president and global disease area lead at SpringWorks Therapeutics. The society works to encourage and recognize intellectual achievement, contribute to the development of intellectual leaders, promote the highest ethical standards and foster collaboration. “Being part of … Read more
White Coat Ceremony 2024
March 4, 2024Students in the Class of 2025 received their white coats on March 2, marking their transition from the classroom to the pharmacy profession. The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is unique in that Pharm.D. students don’t receive their white coat until the end of their third year, whereas most pharmacy schools hand out white coats in the first year. The white coat ceremony is a significant milestone for pharmacy students, and a chance for everyone to celebrate how far they’ve come. Here are thoughts on what the white coat symbolizes from student leaders: “To me, receiving my white coat … Read more
Asheville Summit brings inspiration for innovations in pharmacy practice
February 28, 2024Nearly 80 people came out to explore innovations in pharmacy practice at the tenth annual Asheville Summit. Hosted at the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) on February 24, faculty, staff and students from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy along with practicing pharmacists, gathered to learn from those leading in innovation across the field. “Everyone that attended was very engaged and excited to learn from our incredible line up of speakers,” said Cassidy Cox, Pharm.D. candidate and chair of the Asheville Summit. “They were challenged to think of new ways to envision pharmacy practice by reflecting on the profession’s … Read more
History of pharmacy school desegregation
February 19, 2024In honor of Black History Month, the stories of the first three African American students at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy have been documented in a paper published in the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education. The paper, entitled “From Desegregation and Integration to Diversity and Inclusion: The Environment Was Just Ice”, was led by alumna Christian Brown, Pharm.D. ‘23, alongside Carla Y. White, BS Pharm, associate professor and Associate Dean of Organizational Diversity and Inclusion, Benjamin Urick, Pharm.D., Ph.D., adjunct professor, senior principal health outcomes researcher at Prime Therapeutics and Gregory Bond, Ph.D., sports archivist and curator at the … Read more
Class of 2024 Fellowship Highlights
January 29, 2024Each year, the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy sends off the newest class of pharmacy professionals to start their pharmacy careers. The industry offers various paths to make a difference in health care, including continuing education through a pharmacy fellowship. A fellowship is an opportunity to dive deeper into an area of research in a post-doctorate setting. Below are a few of the School’s class of 2024 students who have received fellowships to begin after graduation. Jiahui (Jeff) Dong, class of 2024, Pharm.D. candidate The Howard Janssen Scientific Affairs Fellowship is a two-year program at Howard University College of Pharmacy. … Read more
Elevating degree with a minor in pharmaceutical sciences
January 10, 2024The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy’s first cohort for the undergraduate Minor in Pharmaceutical Sciences start classes this semester. As part of the cohort, Steven Nuzzolo, a third-year student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is excited to enhance his current studies in neuroscience and chemistry with the addition of the minor. Pharmaceuticals are a major part of human health and the health care industry. The minor is designed to acquaint undergraduate students with core areas of pharmaceutical science in preparation for advanced study in the health sciences, an advanced degree in the health care professions, or … Read more