Pharmacy Students in the Field: What are IPPE Rotations?
Woven into the PharmD curriculum, IPPEs have secured Megan Shieh’s confidence in her future in healthcare. Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences, otherwise known as IPPEs, expose future pharmacists to a variety of healthcare settings and provide valuable learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. These trimesterly courses send PharmD candidates like Megan into a rich
“Zest for Life”: How Ada Anthony-Wise Discovered Her Passion for Pharmacy
Self-described as someone with a passionate mind, Adaeze “Ada” Anthony-Wise didn’t foresee herself pursuing pharmacy in high school. Even though she had fantastic grades, high levels of extracurricular involvement, and was well-liked by her teachers, she was “quite disillusioned by the idea of having to sort out my career at the age of 17.” In
Breaking Barriers and Pursuing Excellence: Mason Myers’ Journey to Pharmacy Residency at 23
At 23 years old, Mason Myers (they/he) is heading into a residency program with their recently obtained Doctor of Pharmacy- A feat most people do not do until their late 20s. A native of Las Vegas, Nevada, Mason moved to Orange County for Chapman University’s APEx, an accelerated program that produces licensed pharmacists in just
On the CUSP: March 2023
Awards and Recognitions Fellows: Dr. Marc Fleming was selected as the Fellow of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and was recognized at the APhA Annual Meeting in Phoenix, AZ March 24-27. More information is available here. Dr. Emmanuelle Schwartzman was named a Fellow of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) in recognition of her
Women in Leadership: Dr. Madeline Dintzner
Meet Dr. Madeline Dintzner, a trailblazing Associate Dean with over 20 years of experience in higher education. While currently serving as CUSP’s Associate Dean of Assessment and Accreditation, Dr. Dintzner has also served as chair of the Department of Chemistry at DePaul University in Chicago and as the Assistant Dean of Assessment and Accreditation at
CVS Pharmacy Panel Expands Student Career Opportunities
On March 9, CUSP welcomed CVS and CUSP joined forces to welcome a panel of five CVS pharmacists for current students pursuing their Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The Lunch & Learn, hosted by Chapman Pharmacy’s Office of Professional and Student Success, offered valuable insight into the variety of career opportunities at CVS. The guest panelists
How to Become a Pharmacist: A Step-by-Step Guide Become a Pharmacist in 7 Steps
This step-by-step guide to becoming a pharmacist covers educational and licensure requirements, job search tips and answers to common questions. Learn more!