Categories: Education

From community college to PharmD residency via UCSF

Nearly a third of the University of California’s Class of 2024 started their higher education journey at California community colleges, including Warif Kastoun, PharmD, whose plans to run her own local pharmacy in Damascus, Syria, were interrupted by civil war.

Pomp, circumstance, and pride at Class of 2024 commencement

Overcoming a neighborhood power outage to receive their PharmD degrees, 120 graduates representing a global village celebrated their official entry into the profession of pharmacy.

So named ASHP fellow: “Pharmacy is a lifetime-learning career”

Department of Clinical Pharmacy volunteer faculty member Kethen So, PharmD, MBA, challenges students to continuously expand their practice and will be honored on June 11, 2024, as a fellow by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).

New pathway programs funded by the California Health Care Foundation

The programs are aimed at reducing the health care disparities of pharmacy deserts by cultivating interest in pharmacy careers among underserved communities.

First-year students go to state capital for Advocacy Day 2024

The California Pharmacists Association (CPhA) and the United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals (UNAC/UHCP) hosted a grassroots event to offer insight to legislation affecting the profession of pharmacy.

UCSF School of Pharmacy ranked 1st in California, 2nd in nation

Leadership in research and innovation paired with an ever-evolving course of study keeps pace with diverse and dynamic careers in pharmacy and beyond.

One woman’s perspective: From Navy helicopter pilot to clinical pharmacy care for veterans

Diana Cowell, PharmD, MBA, leveraged her military and pharmacy experience from around the world to provide comprehensive medication management and become a specialist in pain management for veterans. 

Remembering David Adler

A tribute is planned for January 13, 2024, in honor of the clinical pharmacy pioneer who became a role model for social justice, education, and service in the field of pharmacy.

Executive Vice Dean Youmans honored with ASHP-ABHP Joint Leadership Award

The award from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the Association of Black Health-System Pharmacists recognizes efforts to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in health care.

PharmD program creates new opportunities to explore industry and research career paths

Students keep pace with latest innovations through experiential options and advanced degrees.

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