“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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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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Meet us in Las Vegas, Sunday, December 8 from 8-10 p.m. for our 3rd Annual PILs Midyear Connection Session! The event will be at Tropicana Las Vegas – A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in the Montecristo 2 room. All PharmD Paths at ASHP Midyear and in Las Vegas are welcomed to join us for an…
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Featured PILs Ambassador: Onye Ononogbu, PharmD Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Specialist Who/what inspired you to pursue pharmacy? When I was in high school, my brother was going off to college and he was going to a pre-pharmacy seminar that his university put together for students interested in pharmacy. I decided that I wanted to go with…
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The beginning of a school year is an exciting time. Whether you are just beginning your pharmacy school journey or hoping to make changes to be more successful in the program, a new year school is always a chance to get a fresh start. Here are four tips to help ensure a successful school year:…
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The American Society Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Clinical Meeting (MCM or simply “Midyear”) is one of the largest gatherings for pharmacy professionals, providing both educational and networking opportunities. Midyear is your first official opportunity to connect with residency programs, network, and make that first impression. The residency showcase and PPS both afford the chance to…
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Finally, all of that hard work you’ve invested into pharmacy school has paid off and you’ve landed yourself a residency position. You feel like it is now your moment to shine and gain the tools to transcend pharmacy practice. Right now, you are about a quarter of the way through and it’s hitting you hard. Whether you’re already…
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