“Having a team of people advocating for you when you’re not in the room embodies the meaning of allyship. I’ve felt the most empowered to speak up when I know I have allies in the room.” – Ijeoma Ekeocha, PharmD What is an ally? A person of a non-marginalized group who stands up in support…
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Have you ever felt like your success wasn’t warranted? Do you feel as though you’re a fraud and at any moment your flaws will be exposed? Then this IS THE conversation for YOU. Tune in Tuesday, October 27th as WE UNPACK imposter syndrome TOGETHER with you and our distinguished panel, PILs will discuss the scope and impact…
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“In a few months people will be calling you “Doctor”. It’s important that you become a drug information expert. I remember the exact moment that I heard this statement. I was in one of the final courses in my Doctor of Pharmacy degree program, and my toxicology professor stressed the importance of being a pharmacist,…
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The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy and Pharmacy Initiative Leaders, Inc (PILs) have formed a collaboration to target underrepresented minorities and first-generation high school and undergraduate students to further engage and retain them in the STEM field of Pharmacy. With such a diverse population, it is imperative to promote the increase of diversity…
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In a world full of darkness, always remember YOU are light. As we read every single application for our 3rd Annual PILs Midyear Scholarship, that was abundantly clear. Your passion and purpose to play a role in changing the face of healthcare will go well beyond 2020. For those who applied, we are grateful for…
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Featured PILs Ambassador: Chelsea Sumner, PharmD Pharmaceutical Industry Pharmacy Specialist Who/what inspired you to pursue pharmacy? I was inspired to pursue pharmacy by my mentor Carla White, who is an Associate Dean at UNC School of Pharmacy. She Fascinated me with all of the opportunities that are available to PharmDs. What is the most rewarding…
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Featured PILs Ambassador: Yanet Adere, PharmD Pharmaceutical Industry Pharmacy Specialist Who/what inspired you to pursue pharmacy? I originally chose to pursue a career in pharmacy due to my passion to improve health outcomes by increasing patients’ access to appropriate medications and to help combat the distribution of counterfeit medications in my native country, Ethiopia. What…
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Featured PILs Ambassador: Raena Rhone, PharmD Pharmaceutical Industry/Hospital Pharmacy Specialist Who/what inspired you to pursue pharmacy? My mother inspired me to pursue pharmacy. Her first role as a pharmacist was in the pharmaceutical industry and later in her career, she transitioned to community pharmacy as she yearned for direct patient care. This modeled the unique…
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Residency and Fellowship application season is right around the corner. Do YOU have two of the most important components of your application ready?! Join our PILs Ambassador Coordinators tonight, Tuesday 9/29 at 8 PM CDT/9 PM EDT, for a workshop tailored towards ALL (P1-P4) pharmacy students. Learn about composing a CV and LOI that reflect your…
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September 16th marked OUR Birthdayyyy! Yes. YOU + ME x US = OUR WE could not have turned FOUR without YOU! If you’ve ever shared a PILs Post, attended a PILs Event, or connected with us at a PILs Convo, THANK YOU. We can’t stop (and won’t stop) thinking about just how far we’ve come.…
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