Stephanie Duggan
PharmD Int'l, Class of 2010
Time commitment: The block system is compact and well-structured, at the end of a block we really feel like we have learned a lot and can apply the information as professionals. However, it can be it’s overwhelming at points, with little time for breaks. We typically get a quiz or exam weekly or bi-weekly in addition to cases and presentations.
The only way to get through all of the required information is to be organized, read the lectures on the same day and not panic. This way the information doesn’t pile up and seem foreign. It’s extremely important to listen and ask question in class if concepts are not clear.
Most memorable clinical experience: I haven’t done many yet, but there are plans for providing services at shelters. I am looking forward to this, because these people ordinarily can’t afford the services we are providing free of cost. We have provided several blood pressure and blood sugar tests to the community through the college in conjunction with various clubs on campus such as APHA.
Why WesternU: Western University has been doing extremely well academically. In fact, 100 percent of WesternU’s pharmacy students passed the NAPLEX exam in 2007. In general the pass rate is 97 percent or higher!
Favorite WesternU professor: Dr. Shankar. Not only because he presents exceptionally well, but he makes the information so interesting you can’t be bored. He’s also very funny and this helps with learning.
Best advice: I honestly recommend attending WesternU because I have grown by being here and I feel more rounded. I was good at prioritizing before, but even more so now.
Haikui Parsamyan
PharmD, Class of 2010
“As a mother of a 14- and 9-year-old, I can't say it has been easy, but I do enjoy the atmosphere at WesternU. I like the students and the faculty. Above all I like the block system. I find that a lot of the drugs are repeated and also some of the disease states, so we learn through repetition as well as studying. I also like the fact that WesternU is trying to create pharmacists who really care about people. My experience is great at WesternU, just as I knew it would be.”
Wendy Morimoto
PharmD, Class of 2009
Time commitment: Study time varied depending on the block or the amount of time occupied with other things such as work or professional organizations, etc. On average, I probably studied five hours on weekdays and 10 hours on weekends (with distractions).
Beyond the classroom: I was involved in the Student Government Association (SGA), Lambda & Friends, NCPA, APhA, Kappa Psi, and Rho Chi. Fortunately, I was given the opportunity to be a leader in many organizations. I never expected to gain so much leadership experience at Western University. I now have the experience—from success to failure—to draw from so I can make a difference for the pharmacy profession and other causes I find important.
Favorite WesternU professor(s): To name a few: Dr. James Scott is one of the more personally supportive professors for me. He continues to encourage me to realize the potential he sees in me. Even though he has been a WesternU lecturer for some time now, he still asks students’ personal opinions on how he can improve. I think this shows his commitment to providing the best educational experience for his students.
I felt Dr. Eunice Chung was a great lecturer and so do many of WesternU's graduates. I meet pharmacy students who graduated back in 2002 who ask about her and let me know that she was their favorite. I've also had DO students comment to me that she is the most effective lecturer they have ever seen or that they are amazed by the quality of professors we have (based on their encounters with her).
Many WesternU professors show the same commitment to their students as Dr. Scott & Dr. Chung do.
On humanism: I initiated WesternU's “Gay? Fine By Me” t-shirt project for the organization Lambda & Friends. The idea was to have everyone wear the free t-shirt on National Coming Out Day to show that Western University students were committed to diversity and acceptance, as well as show “closeted” students that they can be who they are without fear of consequences. We also wanted to show that we are a school of empathetic healthcare professionals who would provide healthcare to all, no matter who they are.
With the help of students, SGA, the alumni association, deans, and professors Lambda & Friends was able to raise funds for 500 shirts- 200 more than our initial goal! On the day we passed them out, they went FAST! There was so much demand that people were asking for them even after we ran out. Seeing Western University students get involved in something like this really touched my heart and made me proud to be at this school.
Vi Nguyen
PharmD, Class of 2009
“WesternU’s PharmD program uses block scheduling, which is unique. The emphasis on teamwork can be demanding but is ultimately a worthwhile learning experience that cannot be found in any other PharmD program in the state.”
Dax Easton
PharmD, Class of 2009
The best and most profound thing in the PharmD program at Western is the interaction between compassionate faculty and eager students within the dynamically designed classrooms. I chose WesternU because of its reputation and history of developing a health professional family designed to promote health care of all individuals with unprecedented compassion and knowledge. As a current student of the PharmD program at WesternU, I am proud to be part of a rich, diverse student body educated by a friendly, innovative faculty that drives to instill new ideas and unique concepts that we as future pharmacists can implement to improve the health care industry
Danielle Dishmon
PharmD, Class of 2010
Time commitment: In my experience, the way our curriculum is set up, there is ample room for study time on a daily basis. Our daily activities/lectures run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WesternU distinctive: Our teams and our teamwork. There is only so much a lecture can do for you. Working together with other members of our class on case studies that pertain to our subject area really enhances the learning process, it helps bring a real-world perspective to the classroom.
Academic environment: The way our program is set up with all the group work really gives us a great opportunity to interact with each other in ways that enhance what we learn in the classroom.
Why WesternU: I chose WesternU because of the block schedule. I really liked the idea of being able to focus and master one disease state at a time.
Favorite WesternU professor: Dr. Gupta. He is truly passionate about pharmacy.
Best thing about WesternU: The opportunity to be involved in so many organizations and to interact with so many members of the community outside of the pharmacy program.
Best advice: The most amazing thing about WesternU is that it truly is a community. When you apply to a program at WesternU, you are really applying to a big family. This will be even more apparent as the colleges become intertwined with each other—through the new Interprofessional Education Program—this is crucial for offering amazing patient care in the future.
Sarah Carmona
PharmD, Class of 2010
The best thing about my PharmD program is the "block" schedule, which allows me to focus on one or two courses at a time. This type of course scheduling gives me the opportunity to review and absorb the material at a much steadier pace as opposed to being overwhelmed with the stress that comes along with taking four or five courses at a time.
I chose to come to WesternU primarily because I feel that this university provides students with a welcoming and friendly environment. The faculty, staff, and students provide a sense of "family" which makes you feel right at home. It's nice to know that you can count on everyone here when in need of a helping hand. Students of all ethnicities attend this university which allows for more diversity and individuality. It's a learning experience which gives you the opportunity to create lasting friendships, gain a better understanding of the pharmacy profession, and form connections with practicing professionals.
Ajay Roberts
PharmD, Class of 2009
"The thing I like best about WesternU's Pharmacy program is the environment that they set out to achieve.The college tries to have a student-focused environment for learning. I already feel comfortable with the professors. I chose to come to this school because of the emphasis that they place on teamwork. It helps me learn from other students as well as to learn how to deal with group settings. Additionally, the professors at WesternU strive to teach Pharmacy using care and compassion as the cornerstone. These characteristics, I feel, are a rare commodity to be found in Pharmacy schools. The best thing about the program is the way the curriculum is set up in blocks. Also, it's really great how professors get us out there to preceptor sites one month into our first year. It makes it easier to apply what we have learned. "
Anandi Law, B.Pharm, PhD
Associate Professor and Chair, Pharmacy Practice & Administration
On research: A WesternU intramural grant helped fund one of my earliest research proposals when I joined here. The project was a survey of (40% of) California community pharmacies to determine the status and extent of disease management programs. The results from that project were published in a fairly high impact journal for pharmacy practitioners and researchers (Journal of American Pharmacists Association) and helped establish my work in this area as well as expand the scope of my practice based research as community (chain and independent) pharmacies contacted me to help start such programs in their settings. Currently WesternU is trying to expand its research infrastructure and I am looking forward to hearing more about the increased resources.
WesternU distinctive: There are various unique aspects of the Pharm.D. program that define us: The block system is unique in the fact that students focus on only one area at a time; although personally I was more at ease with traditional programs, time and data have shown that the block system seems to be successful in increasing focus and depth in a topic area. It also helps faculty have focused time for their teaching and research during different times of the year without interruption. The Advanced Elective is another unique aspect – it serves as a capstone project for our students and is valued by all constituents – since it allows the student to take a project from conception to completion.
About the WesternU community: WesternU is a smaller university, focused on the health sciences. The campus community is closely knit and has a real “community” feel. Everyone literally is a phone call or a few feet away and there are fewer layers in the university. It’s a great place for students because the focus is always on them. The university is currently undergoing growth and poised for major expansion of programs and perspective.
On interprofessional education: The IPE initiative is really exciting in its attempts to have health care providers learn and develop positive attitudes and respect and have realistic expectations of other health care professionals so the team concept that we preach in patent-focused care moves to reality.
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Jesse Martinez, PharmD, FASCP
Vice Dean, Academic Diversity and Development
WesternU distinctive: Each student must successfully complete a business plan for the purchase or start-up of an independently-owned pharmacy. Each business plan will be evaluated by the student’s preceptor at the conclusion of the course as well as the course coordinator. This career track is designed to offer specialized training in community pharmacy ownership/management through on-site experience, self-directed learning and team work.
Why WesternU: WesternU is unique in that the faculty and students have an opportunity to establish a mentor/student professional relationship. The curriculum offers a unique system that allows the student to immerse into one subject matter at a time. Thus, all focus is universal for that “block” of time in the curriculum. I believe that this “block” system coupled with interactive group and team participation prepares the student for the challenges to become an accomplished and exceptional leader in the profession of pharmacy.
Value of a WesternU education: WesternU offers the student to become more than a qualified health professional. WesternU offers experiences to become a leader in the profession.
Best Advice: Western University of Health Sciences with Colleges in Pharmacy, Graduate Nursing, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Allied Health, Optometry, Dentistry, Podiatry and Biomedical Sciences on one campus allows an educational experience that promotes interactive team work and collaboration with a wealth of health professions professionals in an exceptional teaching environment.
On interprofessional education: The following ability based outcomes will be potentiated by the inter-professional education unique to the Western University campus:
- Critical Thinking Skills – Think critically, solve complex problems and make informed, rational, responsible decisions.
- Communication Skills – Communicate clearly, accurately, and persuasively with various inter-professionals.
- Ethical Decision Making – Make rational, ethical decisions regarding complex professional situations.
- Social and Contextual Awareness – Demonstrate the ability to place health care and professional issues within appropriate frameworks and demonstrate sensitivity and tolerance within a culturally diverse society.
- Social Responsibility – Demonstrate an appreciation of the obligation to participate in efforts to help individuals and to improve society and the health care system.
- Social Interaction – Function effectively in interactions with individuals, within group situations, and within professional organizations and systems.
- Self-Learning Abilities – Self assess learning needs and design, implement, and evaluate strategies to promote intellectual growth and continued professional competence within the intra-professional environment.
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Siu-Fun Wong, PharmD, FCSHP, FASCP
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
On interprofessional education: The best patient care is achieved through collaborative efforts of multi-disciplinary care. An IPE curriculum will better prepare our graduates to deliver optimal patient care by enhancing their recognition of other health care providers’ roles and utilize the knowledge and skills of others.
Teaching style: My focus is to build critical thinking skills in the students I teach. I provide students learning exercises that require integration of health topics and more than one aspect of health care initiatives. I want to better prepare students for the “real” world.
Why WesternU: I came in at the start of the College of Pharmacy because I was attracted to the block system curriculum and an opportunity to create something completely unexplored in Pharmacy education at the time.
On interprofessional education: The best patient care is achieved through collaborative efforts of multi-disciplinary care. An IPE curriculum will better prepare our graduates to deliver optimal patient care by enhancing their recognition of other health care providers’ roles and utilize the knowledge and skills of others.
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Cynthia Jackevicius, MSc, PharmD
Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice
WesternU distinctive: The block system is unique to the Doctor of Pharmacy Program at Western University. It allows students to focus on one major therapeutic topic at a time and concentrate their learning in this area. Many students choose Western University since they enjoy learning in this system.
Best Advice: Western University is unique in that the school focuses on health professions education. It is a small campus so it is very welcoming and easy to get involved in student activities, such as those with professional associations.
On interprofessional education: Incorporating an IPE curriculum is an ideal way to teach health professionals since upon graduation, health professionals all work with each other to manage patient’s health issues.
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Fadi Khasawneh, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Why WesternU: I wanted to become part of a university which has research as an integral part of its mission statement. Since WesternU is one of the few private institutions which has the advancement of research as one of its strategic goals, I quickly realized that this is where I belong. I was also impressed by the high quality teaching that is provided by an outstanding group of faculty. The pace of development of this university is very high; the growth and progress opportunities have no limit at WesternU.
I encourage students to join the WesternU family if they are interested in any of the programs that are offered here. I say “family” because this is how I felt when I first joined the faculty just this past February, and even when I interviewed for a faculty position back in December of 2007. The environment here is uniquely- friendly and motivating.
I love coming here every day and I enjoy engaging with my colleagues, both faculty and students. Our faculty are committed to quality teaching and make sure that they are always up-to-date in order to deliver the most recent and relevant- knowledge to their students. This will ensure that our graduates are very competitive/well-prepared when they are about to enter the job market.
On interprofessional education: As a professional and a practitioner, one does not operate in a vacuum or in segregation. Rather, as part of a multidisciplinary team with each member providing a complementary expertise. I believe that such a program will aid our future practitioners in their transition into their future careers and make them very competent. I believe that this is where most of the health science universities are going to be heading to, and I am glad that WesternU is among the leaders in adapting this new educational philosophy.
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Roger Klotz, R.Ph, BCNSP, FASCP, FACA, FCPhA
Regional Coordinator & Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
WesternU distinctive: Foundations of clinical practice builds the basic knowledge of students in the areas of health care financing, communications, drug information, patient assessment basic skills, and the introduction to self-care. Basic nutrition provides the student with the knowledge required to provide basic nutritional assessment of patients. While the parenteral and enteral nutrition provides the student with an understanding of how to provide complete nutrition to patients unable to follow a normal diet.
Why WesternU: I was a preceptor for the College of Pharmacy from 1999 to the present time and had worked with the Associate Dean and the Dean at other Universities so I had a good understanding of their planned direction. I am particularly excited about the Universities commitment to interdisciplinary care. Have practiced in multiple health care environments I know how critical inter-professional communications and skills sharing is to patient care and good outcomes.
Value of a WesternU education: Ultimately, the greatest value of a WesternU education will be the interdisciplinary care education as well as the blending of basic sciences with clinical practice education.
On interprofessional education: Having 16 years of practice at an acute care university affiliated pediatric hospital in a major metropolitan area I saw on a daily basis the benefits of an interprofessional team approach to patient care. Learning for all students from other disciplines will provide the student with additional information, professional prospective, and help build the student’s confidence. An important factor in providing quality care is to know when to seek additional input and which disciplinary to call upon for the additional input.
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Sam Shimomura, PharmD, FASHP, CGP
Associate Dean for College Advancement, Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Administration
Beyond the classroom: I am the advisor to the CSHP/ASHP Student Chapter. The students and I have participated in numerous community-service activities, including health fairs; flu shot clinics, poison prevention programs and a fundraiser for the Salvation Army.
WesternU distinctive: The pharmacy students work in small teams during the didactic portion of the curriculum. This helps students to develop communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. This experience also prepares students to work on the health care team once they start their clerkships. The planned inter-professional education curriculum will also enhance the student’s ability to work effectively in teams.
Why WesternU: I chose WesternU because of the opportunity to teach at an innovative and caring College of Pharmacy. When planning the new college, over 200 innovative teaching ideas were considered and many were implemented including the block system, teams, additional clerkships and an advanced elective.
Value of a WesternU education: The most valuable part of the WesternU education is the opportunity to work closely with a very diverse group of students and faculty from many different cultures, races, religions, educational and professional backgrounds. The addition of the colleges of optometry, podiatry, dentistry and biomedical sciences only enhances this experience.
Best Advice: WesternU is an excellent place to receive a highly scientific and clinical education that also emphasizes caring for the whole patient.
On Interprofessional education: The inter-professional education curriculum will allow students to appreciate the value and role of each person on the health care team. Student will learn from each other and enhance communication and the care of the patient.
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Gollapudi Shankar, MS, PharmD
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Administration
Research interests: I am looking into working on the Comparative efficacy of antidepressants on cocaine-induced depression based on SSRI and dual-action properties.
WesternU distinctive: A unique aspect of our program is combining didactics and practical experience in the experiential program. I found my students in the rotations are very interested in the pursuit of knowledge--unlike the classroom where they are more focused on exams. During rotations their attitude and goals are more focused on learning and they are usually very receptive to the assignments I give them.
WesternU also has a very good faculty. For us, it is not just a job, we enjoy what we do and always want to do our job better so we can help our students
Beyond the classroom: I coordinate with the chairs and student liaisons of APhA and NCPA and I am involved with students conducting health fairs through these organizations. It is really amazing how enthusiastic our WesternU students are about participating in community service projects.
Best thing about WesternU: At WesternU I believe we provide a congenial atmosphere between faculty and students. The relationship between students and faculty is very informal—but professional at the same time--and in all schools we focus on problem-based learning as much as we can.
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Psychiatry Clerkship is designed to provide various clinical experiences necessary to prepare students to become entry level practitioners. The students will be involved in direct patient care activities in a psychiatric care clinic setting and will have opportunities to work with other health care professionals in IDT meetings. The students are expected to serve as an integral member of the multidisciplinary health care team to provide drug therapy to patients and other health care professionals. Students are required to present medication groups to patients as well as a final presentation, which is given to the staff, faculty, and students at Olive Vista.
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Ihinosen Ogbeide, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2007
"The faculty here are very helpful, knowledgeable, and care about success of the students. One of the reasons I chose WesternU is because of the warmth and compassion from the staff. When I came for a tour they were very welcoming and that made me want to come here. The program is very fast paced and requires continuous hard work and dedication to achieving your goal. It is quite an exciting experience and there are opportunities to get involved actively in the pharmacy profession."
Michelle Huynh, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2008
One of the nice things about WesternU is its small-community feeling. Almost everyone I have met at WesternU is pleasant and friendly. It is easy to strike up a conversation with anyone, from the Assistant Dean to the cleaning staff. Whenever I have a problem, I can usually find someone who will do their best to help me. Since WesternU is not as big as a public university, it is easy to meet and get to know everyone within the pharmacy program. The smaller class size has given me the opportunity to know many of my classmates fairly well. Most of the COP faculty are knowledgeable and very approachable. Believe it or not, the professors are actually concerned about their students' well-being and understanding of the material. It is encouraging to know that I can go to them with any questions. Another positive feature of WesternU and the COP is how receptive they are to student feedback. Student opinions are taken into account when making improvements for the school. For example, in response to student surveys they increased the number of computers and printers in The Commons. The COP curriculum is very dynamic because the faculty considers comments and concerns from current students when planning for future classes. The close-knit atmosphere at WesternU puts it on the RIGHT side of the railroad tracks!
Lan Phuong Pham Tran, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2005
Today: I recently completed a combined Oncology Pharmacy Residency with the Audie L. Murphy VA and The University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio and MS in Pharmacy (Oncology Minor) at The University of Texas at Austin. I am working as an Investigational Drug Services Pharmacist at City of Hope.
WesternU research experience: I participated in pharmaceutics research with Dr. Prabhu. This helped me decide to pursue further graduate studies in lab research.
Unique WesternU achievement:: Co-authored a manuscript with Dr. Prabhu.
Favorite WesternU professor: Dr. Prabhu. He and I still keep in contact regarding research. He will always be a mentor.
Best thing about WesternU: The flexibility with rotations. This allowed me to explore avenues of translational research and careers outside of the usual clinical paradigm.
Career impact: At WesternU I learned how to converse with other health care providers at the basic science level. They have more trust in me when they realize that I have a firm grasp of the pharmacology.
Best piece of advice: Explore the research opportunities that WesternU offers its students.
Bony Ma, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2006
"WesternU exemplifies an extraordinary combination of the medical sciences with the human touch. The university offers the desired quality education, and gives personal, positive experiences through its faculty, staff members and students."
Gagik Movsesian, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2007
The best thing I like about WesternU is the "block system" that is employed by the pharmacy program. It gives me the opportunity to "focus" and truly learn one subject at a time. I chose to come to WesternU because student opinion counts! The staff at WesternU works together with the students to constantly improve the program. As a result, the students at WesternU get the best education possible in an efficient, organized and fair manner. If you want to learn in an institution that provides education far above your expectations; in a system where the students and the staff really interact with each other, WesternU should be first on your list! The knowledgeable, experienced and super friendly professors / staff really do make this school an ideal environment to pursue your education and dreams."
Roy Morita, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2008
Time commitment: The block system took a little while to get used to, as there is a quiz, test, team assignment or individual assignment every two to three days. After you get used to it, it's amazing how much information can be covered in a short amount of time.
Best thing about WesternU: Diversity. Western University has many non-traditional students, including mid-career/foreign students, parents, older, non-science majors, etc. in addition to traditional students. This diversity adds to the learning experience by allowing you to meet many very interesting people.
Beyond the classroom: I’ve been involved in CSHP, APhA, NCPA. CSHP typically has food and guest speakers on campus. APhA has great review books and topics of interest for future pharmacists. And NCPA sponsors community health fairs and has interesting speakers too.
Why WesternU: The block system, close to home, diverse student body, great board pass rate and job prospects upon graduation.
Favorite WesternU professor: Dr. Wally Murray has a way to make first-year pharmaceutical biochemistry, chemical reactions, and nutrition/herbals both understandable and interesting. He's always very friendly and approachable for questions and goes out of his way to help.
Best thing about WesternU: Being able to have so much rotation time and the great diversity of rotation sites available. I believe all these rotations have opened doors to several job opportunities.
Ruben Ayala, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2008
Three main reasons to come to WesternU: Strong academic programs, friendly environment, and a relaxing sense of family among peers.
The best thing about WesternU is the duality of its programs when it comes to learning and practicing. Right from the start, you roll up your sleeves and begin community and hospital rotations. So you don't just sit in class and memorize terms, but you actually go out there and practice what you learn, as you learn it. This is a great advantage over other pharmacy programs because you can use your knowledge by applying it to actual community cases.
I also chose WesternU because it fosters a friendly environment between healthcare programs, classes, and classmates. Forget the snobby students who never want to share their thoughts and ideas with their classmates. Students are assigned to groups that will work together throughout the academic year. These groups are very helpful because they instigate discussions and sharpen team-oriented skills that are essential in any healthcare position in the job market. Moreover, educators and facilitators are always willing to help you. With their "open-door" policy, most of the time you can walk right into their offices and they can address your concerns without delay.
At WesternU, you are family! Do not be surprised if your professors know you by your name. You are no longer an identification number sitting in a dusty computer database. Here, professors are committed to meet each student, and many of them will sit with you and discuss your academic progress to ensure that your career is right on track. Try getting that kind of attention in another university.
Jae Yang, PharmD, PhD
PharmD, Class of 2007
On research: I was accepted as a clinical research fellow in 2006 and have been worked as a fellow of WesternU for last two years. During this period of time I and my precept applied for intramural research fund and fortunately we received financial support for our research. This research was to find clinical genetic risk factors of new-onset post-transplant diabetes which is very common and critical adverse drug response due to immunosuppressants. In this research I was involved in designing research method, collecting clinical data and performing laboratory experiments.
WesternU distinctive: In most post-graduate program, pharmacists should spend most of their time for taking care of patients rather than for performing research project. But, in this program, I was able to concentrate on research. I could have more chances to present my research at the professional academic conference meeting than any resident program attendees.
Most memorable clinical experience: The most memorable moment was when I had first experience to have my patient passed away even though our medical care provider including me did our best for that patient. Even though it was not a fault of any our medical care providers, I felt any guilty feeling and had to suffer from stress due to this event. After that event my attitude toward patients became more serious.
Beyond the classroom: I was a member of APhA and ASHP. But I enrolled a membership after I become 4th year student. So I missed a lot of benefits for the student members. So I strongly encourage the pharmacy students to join the professional organization as early as possible. I got a lot of information helpful for planning post-graduate future. Now I continue to get tons of information regarding to my practice at the site.
Why WesternU: I chose Western University because it has more widely opened mind and understanding toward international students. The other reason was Western University was known to continuously invest in recruiting excellent faculty members and in high quality educational facility.
Value of a WesternU education: Even though WesternU is small school, it is growing very fast not only in the size and volume but also in quality and level of education. This school shows promising future to the students and alumni. I this is the most valuable aspect of WesternU.
Best Advice: WesternU is humanistic, professional, fast growing school. You will be totally satisfied with education of WesternU if you become a student of our school.
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Giano Panzarella, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2007
"The pharmacy program is intense and applicable from the get go. Concepts can immediately be taken from the classroom and used in the real world. Overall I feel WesternU students have a large knowledge base that often merits surprise and accolades from our preceptors.I chose Western University for its tightly woven community setting. I felt so lost in the fracas at larger Universities fearing I wouldn't be able to make my mark. I feel that larger Universities encourage you to accept the status quo and follow the herd, whereas Western University is the kind of place where innovative ideas can thrive. Also the hexagonal classrooms promote participation and learning. I would like prospective students to know that they have a voice here at WesternU. The curriculum is progressive toward student needs and our opinions and suggestions matter."
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