Category: Students


P4 PharmD Student Mateo Lopez Awarded Professionalism Award

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Congrats to Mateo Lopez, P4, Nashville, who received the Nashville campus’s first Professionalism Award! Mateo was nominated for his respect for others, professional presence, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Nashville Associate Dean Dr. Tracy Hagemann highlighted the challenges in recruiting students for the Shade Tree Clinic this summer, especially since students were not in class… Read More

12th Annual Race for the Summitt Celebrates Pat Summitt’s Legacy and Raises Funds for Alzheimer’s Research

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The 12th Annual Race for the Summitt 5K, organized by dedicated pharmacy students of the UTHSC American Pharmacists Association – Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) chapter to honor the legendary LadyVols coach, Pat Summitt. From 1974 to 2012, Coach Summitt led the Lady Vols with over 1,000 wins and an unwavering commitment to excellence, never… Read More

Accomplishments and Awards: UTHSC Shines at the 2025 ACCP Conference

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UTHSC shone brightly at the 2025 American College of Clinical Pharmacy conference in Minneapolis! From research posters and networking to awards and appointments, our College had a strong presence. Congratulations to: – Hannah Burks and Elsa Hendrick, PharmD students, for winning travel awards from the ACCP Ambulatory Care Practice and Research Networks (ACPRN). – Professor… Read More

Amber Toler, PharmD: Learning from Pharmacy Practices in Thailand

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Amber Toler, PharmDMahasarakham University, Mahasarakham, Thailand I chose an International APPE to broaden my perspective on pharmacy practice and healthcare delivery across different cultural and regulatory environments. Experiencing pharmacy in another country allows me to compare healthcare systems and appreciate alternative approaches to patient care. I was also motivated by a desire to strengthen my… Read More

Adrienne Kue, PharmD: Exploring Global Pharmacy Practices in Japan

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Adrienne Kue, PharmD, reflects on her transformative experience during an international APPE at Hiroshima University Hospital. Immersing in Japan’s healthcare culture, she learned about pharmacists’ roles and practices, emphasizing cultural humility and patient-centered care. Highlights included visits to significant sites and insights into traditional herbal medicine, enhancing her commitment to empathetic pharmacy practice.

Melissa Loo, PharmD: Pharmacy and Culture in Hiroshima

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Melissa Loo, PharmDInternational APPE Location: Hiroshima University Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan My decision to pursue an International APPE was driven by my desire to immerse myself in another culture and explore pharmacy in another country. I strongly believe that international experiences foster more innovation, help people develop a more open mindset, and build stronger life-long friendships… Read More

APhA-ASP Attends the APhA Institute on Substance Use Disorders in Salt Lake City

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The UT Health Science Center College of Pharmacy’s APhA-ASP chapter had the pleasure of attending the APhA Institute on Substance Use Disorders in Salt Lake City from May 28th to 31st. The experience was impactful, offering opportunities to meet and learn from student pharmacists, specialists in the field, and healthcare professionals in long-term recovery across… Read More

Kimberly Kinget: Cultural Insights from My Pharmacy International APPE Pharmacy in Thailand

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Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand I chose to pursue an International APPE because I wanted to immerse myself in diverse cultures and gain firsthand insight into how pharmacy is practiced outside of the United States. As a first-generation Thai-American, applying for the Thailand International APPE was particularly meaningful to me. This opportunity enabled me to… Read More

Christina Pray Awarded the College’s Best Practices of Professionalism Award

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Congrats to P4 student Christina Pray, who was awarded the College’s Best Practices of Professionalism Award! Christina was nominated for going above and beyond to assist in transporting the college’s international student guests during her August and September APPE. The arrangement required students to pick up the guests before their scheduled start time and return… Read More

Class of 2028 Receives White Coats at Ceremony

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Congratulations to the Class of 2028 on receiving your white coats on November 26! We were thrilled to celebrate this significant milestone alongside our students, faculty, staff, and the families of P1 students across the state at our Memphis, Knoxville, and Nashville campuses. We take pride in all your achievements and eagerly anticipate your future… Read More