Preceptors Archive - School of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Students in the Field: APPE Opportunities at Hoag Hospital

March 12, 2025 by Luke O'Connell | Faculty

At CUSP, PharmD students gain hands-on experiences by participating in Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPE) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) rotations off campus. These rotations are designed to balance future pharmacist’s learning opportunities with didactic and experiential learning. Laying Foundations IPPEs provide students with practical experience in community, independent, and hospital pharmacy settings during

AMCP Awards Tinarena Awaradia the Nexus Scholarship

October 21, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Awards

Tinarena Awaradia, a PharmD candidate (C’o 2025), was honored with a CA AMCP Scholarship to attend the 2024 Nexus conference in Las Vegas. This scholarship recognized her dedication and potential in the field of managed care pharmacy, which is a reflection of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy’s (AMCP) aim to strengthen managed care pharmacy

Chapman Honors Dr. Wafa Samara with Gavin Herbert Award

August 30, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Awards

During the School of Pharmacy’s White Coat Ceremony, Chapman University honored Dr. Wafa Samara with the Gavin Herbert Award. The award is presented annually to an individual that has greatly impacted both CUSP and the pharmaceutical industry through leadership, professionalism, and compassion- The foundational pillars of CUSP. As the keynote speaker, Dr. Samara encouraged incoming

Ralphs Grocery’s Pharmacy Commits $50,000 to Establish an Endowed Scholarship/Fellowship

August 15, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Pharmacy School

Dr. Kang Secures Gold Status for Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee at Harbor-UCLA

June 25, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Faculty

The Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center has been awarded Gold status by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), reserved for programs that demonstrate exemplary practices and have impactful community outcomes. Dr. Amy Kang, an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice, secured this award as the co-chair of the committee at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.

Dr. Gary Fong Awarded Industry Grant for Initiative with Underserved Patient Populations

June 24, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Faculty

Melinta Theraputics has awarded an Industry Grant to Dr. Gary Fong for his proposal, “Identifying the Need and Potential Role for a Novel Long-Acting Antifungal in a Diverse, Underserved Population“ , totaling $19,836. Dr. Fong will be working alongside his Co-Principal Investigator Dr. Scott Filler, Professor of Medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine at

Faith to Practice: Dr. Jack Menzagopian, the Panther Award Winner

May 15, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Awards

“I’ve seen the impact we can have in clinical settings either through my preceptors, colleagues, or myself during my APPEs, and I think applying our drug knowledge beyond medication counseling is where we shine. It’s great to see roles being expanded through legislation or organizational changes.” Set to graduate on May 17, 2024, Dr. Jack

Power of 2: Dr. Judy Weng’s PharmD and PhD Journey

May 14, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Research

Not even 30 years old, Dr. Judy Weng has accomplished what only few could dream of- two doctorate degrees, an incredible CV of research and teaching, and a career lined up that balances her passions and her childhood dream. “If I were to do it all over again, I would choose Chapman,” she says. “Being

Patient Safety Conference Shapes Care for Third Consecutive Year

March 14, 2024 by Luke O'Connell | Faculty

Through a unique offering of education and collaboration, the 3rd Annual Pacific Coast Patient Safety Conference (PCPSC) brought together a record number of healthcare professionals for its 2024 conference in San Diego, California. Hosted as a boutique conference experience, the PCPSC attracted a diverse audience, including physicians, nurses, and pharmacists, seeking quality programming, networking, and

Pharmacy Students in the Field: What are IPPE Rotations?

July 26, 2023 by Luke O'Connell | Pharmacy School

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