The Center for Targeted Drug Delivery (CTDD) is our latest research center, created to advance precision drug delivery technologies and translate novel technologies into impactful therapies. The CTDD provides a formal structure that will deepen interdisciplinary collaborations among faculty researchers, industry partners, and other leading research institutions, while also attracting new partnerships. By uniting researchers
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) has awarded Cintia Citterio, Ph.D., a $1.7 million, five-year R01 grant as the sole Principal Investigator. Citterio joined CUSP in August of 2023 as an Assistant Professor funded by a K01 award from the NIDDK. This major award builds on the success of that
In August 2025, Kathleen “Kathy” Besinque, Pharm.D., retired from teaching following a distinguished 42-year career in pharmacy education. Besinque’s retirement was appropriately marked by being awarded the 2025 Pharmacist of the Year by California Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP). Besinque’s career is defined by her service and advocacy to the pharmacy profession, and she is
Competing among 14 schools and colleges of pharmacy in California, Chapman University emerged triumphant in competitions and awards based on knowledge, creativity, and a commitment to the profession at the California Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP) annual seminar. These awards and recognitions reflect our commitment to excellence as pharmacists serving our patient populations in clinical
A new Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs (MSRA) program has launched at Chapman University School of Pharmacy, and will welcome its first cohort in fall 2026. “The MSRA program uniquely blends science, policy, and legal standards, ensuring that innovative healthcare solutions reach patients safely and effectively,” says Marc Fleming, Ph.D., the Chair of the
The California Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP) has selected Misty Vu as a recipient of their Student Leadership Award. Misty Vu, a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate, was selected for demonstrating outstanding leadership, engagement, and commitment to the advancement of the pharmacy profession through her involvement in CSHP and other professional activities. Each year, CSHP recognizes
Kathleen Hill Besinque, Chapman University School of Pharmacy Professor, has been awarded the 2025 Pharmacist of the Year Award by the California Society of Health-System Pharmacists. This award honors one professional per year in California and is the highest honor given by CSHP. Before joining Chapman University, Hill Besinque had already mentored thousands of pharmacists
This summer, three student pharmacists shaped the future of healthcare in the nation’s capital as part of the Summer Leadership Institute (SLI). Hosted by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), CUSP students Elena Wu (Vice President of Patient Care), Harvey Duong (OCPhA/CPhA Liaison), and Tien Dinh (APhA-ASP Regional Delegate) attended this year’s SLI, where their ideas,
In bridging continents and public health disciplines, Chapman University’s Jeff Goad, Pharm.D., and another pharmacy leader, John Gräbenstein, Ph.D., are redefining the role of pharmacists in global immunization efforts. The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and Population Services International (PSI) partnered with Goad and Gräbenstein to bring a proven U.S.-based immunization training model to Addis Ababa,
Awards and Recognitions Dr. Rocke Demark will serve on the AACP Admissions Workshop Advisory Committee for 2025-26. Grants Dr. Ajay Sharma was awarded a grant in the amount of $47,137 by Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. to evaluate the ocular safety and trans corneal penetration of the test compound Tarsus NCE1. Publications Amanda Brown, Dr. Laressa Bethishou,