Hosted by the National Association for Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), RxImpact 2026 invited CEOs, VPs of pharmacy, practicing pharmacists, and students to participate in congressional hearings to shape the future of the field. CUSP Pharm.D. student Ranae Whitaker attended this year’s RXImpact, where her academic experience and voice made an impact on the future of
For aspiring pharmacists, the transition from pharmacy school to a full-time career in healthcare involves making important early-career decisions that can be difficult. Choosing between entering practice immediately, pursuing residency, or completing a fellowship often shapes the rest of a pharmacist’s career. For future pharmacists considering a fellowship, CUSP offers PHRM 792 and 793: Path
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
Walgreens has awarded two annual scholarships to Chapman University Doctor of Pharmacy students, each worth $2,500, showing their ongoing commitment to support the next generation of pharmacy professionals. The Walgreens Multilingual Scholarship is awarded to a student who is fluent in one or more languages in addition to English and is actively involved in promoting
From pediatrics to geriatric care, all patients are affected by the choices their healthcare practitioners make. Clinical decisions, medications dispensed, and every treatment delivered carry the potential to help or harm. At Chapman University School of Pharmacy, faculty have spent more than a decade advancing patient safety through research that addresses real-world risks, from medication
Grants Dr. Keykavous Parang (Conference Chair) and Dr. Enrique Seoane-Vazquez (Conference Chair): The Fight Against Infectious Diseases: Addressing the Challenges of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria, 2026-2027 On-Campus Conference Award, $8,000. Publications Dr. LB Brown and others published “Consumer data insights on pharmacy utilization: Comparative study of 2015 and 2021 surveys.” in the Journal of the American Pharmacy
After nearly 35 years of service in academia, Mary Gutierrez will retire in December 2025, concluding a career marked by expertise and a commitment to advancing pharmacy. A nationally recognized authority in psychiatric pharmacy, Gutierrez has long been board-certified by the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties and has contributed to the evolving practices of mental health
Awards and Recognitions Dr. Albert Bach has been appointed to the CalRx Insulin Patient Advisory Council, which serves as a crucial link between the CalRx Program and the diabetes patient community. It provides input and guidance to advance awareness, education, and advocacy for CalRx’s low-cost, biosimilar insulin products. The only health providers on the council
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