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same kind of hands-on experience. Dr. Ronald Ragan, dean of the School of Pharmacy, previously developed new academic and assessment programs at the highly respected pharmacy school at the University of Kansas. He has more than 25 years of experience as a community and hospital pharmacist and educator and holds a Ph.D. in pharmacology and toxicology.
pre-pharmacy program, benefiting from the liberal arts education High Point University provides. Then, they begin a four-year professional program, the final year of which is spent in the field, going through a series of nine, one-month clinical experiences. “The student becomes a pharmacist supervised by a clinician at the site,” says Ragan. “We don’t want them to be a
“We’re preparing High Point University students to function in a healthcare system for the next 40 to 50 years.” Dr. Ragan has developed a curriculum for High Point University at a critical time in pharmacology. He says the field is evolving quickly, giving pharmacists new opportunities they haven’t had before. By the time they graduate, High Point University School of Pharmacy students will be wellrounded, says Ragan. They will go through a traditional two-year
passive observer. We work hard to find good quality sites that have clinicians who enjoy teaching and helping young professionals learn how to provide care.”
The HPU Advantage
The structure of High Point University’s developing programs in physical therapy, physician assistant studies and pharmacy, coupled with the distinguished
The proposed School of Pharmacy at High Point University will prepare students with a focus on patient care and a wealth of clinical experience before they graduate, giving them an advantage when they commence their career. faculty shaping the programs and planned state-of-the-art facilities, offers a clear advantage to future healthcare providers educated at HPU. Along with numerous job opportunities, they will graduate with an in-depth clinical background, breaking research experience and a true focus on patient care — all before they ever step foot into their first full-time healthcare career. “These are programs that will allow our graduates to find flourishing career opportunities quickly after they graduate, if not before,” says President Qubein. “Our students will provide care for individuals in the Piedmont Triad, in North Carolina, across the United States, and throughout the world.”
At High Point University, every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. For more information, visit www.highpoint.edu.