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American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Publishes CUSP Study on National Variability in Inconsistencies in APPE Preparation

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Publishes CUSP Study on National Variability in Inconsistencies in APPE Preparation

March 12, 2026 by | School of Pharmacy

A new study by Chapman University School of Pharmacy reveals how pharmacy schools across the United States approach the transition from classroom to practice settings (Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs)) differently, and findings reveal significant gaps in student preparedness. Published in the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education (Navigating the Transition to APPEs: A Survey of

Valerie Scudder Award Recognizes Rachita Sumbria

Valerie Scudder Award Recognizes Rachita Sumbria

May 14, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

Rachita Sumbria, PhD, is the 2025 recipient of the Valerie Scudder Award, an award that recognizes outstanding achievement in teaching, research, scholarly or creative activities, and exemplary service to Chapman University. Selected from the group of Unit Faculty Excellence Award winners, Sumbria was recognized by her peers for her research impact and accomplishments. Sumbria’s extensive

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American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Publishes CUSP Study on National Variability in Inconsistencies in APPE Preparation

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Publishes CUSP Study on National Variability in Inconsistencies in APPE Preparation

March 12, 2026 by | School of Pharmacy

A new study by Chapman University School of Pharmacy reveals how pharmacy schools across the United States approach the transition from classroom to practice settings (Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs)) differently, and findings reveal significant gaps in student preparedness. Published in the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education (Navigating the Transition to APPEs: A Survey of

Alumna Advances Innovation in Regulatory Affairs

Alumna Advances Innovation in Regulatory Affairs

July 29, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

Regulatory affairs is one of the most impactful careers in life sciences. Professionals intersect science, policy, and innovation to bring effective medical products to the market. For Priyanka Dheer, M.S., Chapman University School of Pharmacy offered a uniquely supportive environment to explore regulatory affairs during her time as a Master’s student. Courses like Ethics, Regulation,

In Complex Care Settings, Fong Prepares Students to Expect the Unexpected

In Complex Care Settings, Fong Prepares Students to Expect the Unexpected

July 15, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

At Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, one of California’s largest safety-net hospitals, patients navigate medical complexities while also facing difficult realities like unstable housing, limited income, low health literacy, and living with chronic conditions that often go untreated for years. These challenges ask healthcare providers to think creatively and compassionately about how to provide specialized care, including

On the CUSP: June 2025

On the CUSP: June 2025

July 2, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

Awards and Recognitions Dr. Emmanuelle Schwartzman received the University of Southern California Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Alumni Excellence in Education Award during an awards ceremony on June 27th, 2025. Dr. Sherry Yun Wang has been named the recipient of the “2025 AI in Research Award – AI Researcher of the

AI Researcher of the Year Award Honors Sherry Wang

AI Researcher of the Year Award Honors Sherry Wang

June 23, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

Chapman University School of Pharmacy congratulates Sherry Wang, Ph.D., for being named the winner of the Women in AI’s AI Researcher of the Year Award (North America). This honor was presented on June 6 at the 2025 Women in AI Summit & Awards in Canada, which hosted hundreds of visionary minds who are responsible for

CUSP Delivers Life-Saving Skills with Stop the Bleed

CUSP Delivers Life-Saving Skills with Stop the Bleed

June 16, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

In life-threatening emergencies, every second matters, and our students know that mere moments can prevent fatalities. Each year, Chapman University School of Pharmacy students teach our neighbors throughout Southern California to have proactive responses and how to be active bystanders following traumatic events as part of the Stop the Bleed campaign. Stop the Bleed is

On the CUSP: May 2025

On the CUSP: May 2025

June 11, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

Awards and Recognitions Dr. Hindu Rao began her term as the Chair of the American Pharmacists Association Quality Based Care Community SIG. Dr. Jeff Goad received the Inaugural International Society of Travel Medicine award for  Excellence and Achievement in Travel Health Pharmacy in New Orleans, LA on May 11, 2025. Dr. Luma Munjy and Dr.

Patient Safety Award Recognizes Two CUSP Faculty

Patient Safety Award Recognizes Two CUSP Faculty

June 9, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

The second annual CUSP Patient Safety Award was presented to Keykavous Parang, Pharm.D., Ph.D, and Coco Yang, Ph.D., for their collaborative proposal “Peptide-Drug Conjugates to Enhance Doxorubicin Safety: A Novel Strategy to Reduce Cardiotoxicity and Improve Patient Outcomes.” Following recommendations of CUSP’s Science and Patient Safety Committees, this award recognizes innovative research proposals by an

Valerie Scudder Award Recognizes Rachita Sumbria

Valerie Scudder Award Recognizes Rachita Sumbria

May 14, 2025 by | School of Pharmacy

Rachita Sumbria, PhD, is the 2025 recipient of the Valerie Scudder Award, an award that recognizes outstanding achievement in teaching, research, scholarly or creative activities, and exemplary service to Chapman University. Selected from the group of Unit Faculty Excellence Award winners, Sumbria was recognized by her peers for her research impact and accomplishments. Sumbria’s extensive

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