Campbell Comments Fall 2008

Fall 2008

CAMPBELL COMMENTS For Alumni, Students & Friends of Campbell University School of Pharmacy

Football Returns to Campbell University

Inside this Issue: Message from the Office of Alumni Relations & Advancement Alumni Profile: Dr. Wesley “Trey” Waters School of Pharmacy News Donor Profile: Lazelle & Judy Marks Faculty Focus: Dr. Brenda Jamerson Pharmaceutical Sciences Update Message from the Pharmacy Alumni President Class Notes Upcoming Alumni Events

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he Fighting Camels hit the gridiron for the first time in 58 years in front of a sell-out crowd on August 30, 2008. A crowd of 5,845 turned out

for the season opener against Birmingham-Southern University, the largest attendance for a home game in Campbell athletic history.

The Campbell football program dates to 1925 when the school fielded its first varsity program. In 1946-48, CU won three consecutive North Carolina Junior College Championships under the guidance of head coach Earl Smith. Today, the Camels are part of the Pioneer Football league, the nation’s only non-scholarship NCAA Football Championship Subdivision Conference.

Birmingham-Southern managed to rally past the Camels in the second half to claim a 12-6 victory, but fans say they were just excited to be a part of the return of Campbell football.

Don’t miss the Pharmacy Alumni Association tailgate and game watch during homecoming on November 1, 2008. For prices and registration visit www.pharmacyalumni.campbell.edu.

Message from the Office of Alumni Relations & Advancement

Pharmacy Alumni & Friends: This edition of Campbell Comments shares the information of the establishment of our new Physician’s Assistant (PA) program which the university hopes to admit its first class in fall 2011. This program will provide an even greater opportunity for pharmacy students, allowing collaboration between the two programs, giving students a more diverse perspective on patient care and enhancing student skills and talent with cross-education.

The addition of the PA program also provides alumni the chance to further their education through opportunities for continuing education programming or even to return back to school for a second degree.

This edition also communicates the stories behind our alumni, our benefactors, our faculty, our students and our programs. I believe the school is moving forward and these new beginnings bring about a time for celebration and optimism for the school’s future success. In past

letters to you, I have shared our outreach program theme, Connections, Moments, Memories…Building Traditions. I consider this a most appropriate time to bring the message of outreach to you once again.

You, our pharmacy alumni and friends, are important not only to our future achievements but our past accomplishments.

Fusing our past, present and future, I have created something new for Campbell Comments, a chance to share with you some Campbell University trivia in the form of a crossword puzzle. You can find my puzzle debut on the next page…hopefully I can reveal to you a little knowledge about our pharmacy program (or university) for which you may not be as familiar or just simply encourage a bit of fun. As you enjoy the crossword puzzle, I trust each of you will consider all of the connections, moments and memories we have created together and consider the traditions we will build in the future.

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Campbell Comments is published four times a year for alumni, students and friends of Campbell University School of Pharmacy under the direction of the Alumni & Advancement Office.

Ronald W. Maddox, Pharm.D. Dean Heather Massengill ’00, Pharm.D., M.B.A. President, Pharmacy Alumni Board of Directors Jodi S. Peeler, M.B.A. Assistant Dean, External Relations Andrea P. Pacheco Editor & Designer, Campbell Comments Associate Director, Alumni Relations Jessica I. Joyner Coordinator, Development and Special Projects Contributors: CU Public Information Office, Mike Gallagher, PharmSci affinity manager; Amber D. Nelson, and Photographics To advertise in Campbell Comments contact: Phone: 1-800-334-4111 ext. 4788 Email: pharmacyalumni@campbell.edu

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Alumni Profile Dr. Wesley “Trey” Waters, III

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The Ups and Do n of w Independent Pharmacy Wesley “Trey” Waters, III, Pharm.D. ’02, explains the pros and cons of his experience purchasing three independent pharmacies within a 12 month period.

Trey Waters stands in front of the quantitative lab he named in Maddox Hall following the dedication of the new building.

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y the age of 12, Waters knew he wanted to become a pharmacist.

His grandfather was diagnosed with diabetes and had no idea how to care for himself or what to expect from the medications he was prescribed. Watching his grandfather face these challenges, Waters knew he wanted to be the person who helped patients better understand their medications and their disease state.

After graduating from the School of Pharmacy in 2002, Waters quickly found that independent pharmacy was the platform he was looking for to impact patient care and patient outcomes. He purchased his first independent pharmacy in February 2004 and another in May 2005. Driven by this passion, he purchased three more stores in just a 12 month period; placing himself on a steep learning curve in the world of business.

This journey started in July 2007 when he purchased Sam’s Drug Store in Lumberton, N.C. located next to Southeastern Regional Medical Center.

Having previously worked in Lumberton, this proved to be a tremendous opportunity because he had already established relationships with many of the providers in the area. In May 2008, Waters purchased his next store after being invited by Native Angels, a home health care and hospice agency, to open a pharmacy in their new medical complex in Pembroke, N.C. In July 2008, after an independent pharmacy in Aberdeen, N.C. was purchased by a chain drug store, Waters took a chance and opened his third store in a 12 month period in the nearby area.

Three stores in 12 months may appear risky to some business owners but Waters has taken the past year in strides, learning from his mistakes and building upon his accomplishments. “I believe we have created a patient oriented environment that caters to patients’ needs and is driven by patient outcomes,” he explains. “The challenging part of the process for me is to create this type of environment in multiple locations across the state. I enjoy challenging myself, and in turn, challenging our staff to be the best we can be with the hope to win customers for life. Fortunately, this past year has been full of opportunities to either purchase an existing store or start a new store and luckily I’ve been able to capitalize in some of those circumstances.”

While weighing the pros and cons of owning a business, autonomy is a key factor for Waters. He likes to be able to make decisions regarding his own future and patient’s health care. Another pro he explains is, “having the ability to be a leader in the community and make a difference.”

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compounding organization, and serves on the NC Mutual Retail Advisory Committee as well as the Campbell University School of Pharmacy Dean’s Board of Advisors. Through participation in these organizations Waters hopes to “make a difference for his colleagues and help underscore the pharmacy profession.”

On the other hand, Waters feels the cons of owning a business are the time commitment and financial strain. “You have to be ready to work a lot of hours! You will never get to the top of the mountain by flirting with mediocrity,” he says. “If you want to be successful you will spend more than you make for several months if not years, you won’t have a vacation for a while and you will eat, sleep and breathe career for as long as it takes.”

Waters admits the major roadblock so far has been having the selfconfidence to take risks. “Having zero experience in business has proved to be an interesting challenge. I’ve made so many mistakes compared to my successes. I hope to continue learning from each experience and perhaps one day I’ll have more successes than mistakes,” he says.

“Another hurdle was learning that I should not accept a verbal contract in business. When I speak with individuals who want to start their own business, the first thing I tell them is to hire a lawyer and never trust a verbal contract.”

If he had to do it all over again Waters explains he would have learned how to delegate sooner. “The practice of delegating and developing a system of government is vitally important to running a smooth and successful business,” he explains. He also admits that he has done very little besides work on his career over the past 12 months, “I think if I could do it differently, I would take more personal time.”

While describing his career, Waters also mentioned how proud he is to be a graduate from the School of Pharmacy at Campbell. When the school announced its building campaign for Maddox Hall, he felt naming a room was a once in a lifetime opportunity and chose to support the quantitative lab in the new building. “I think it’s important to leave a legacy,” he explains. “Campbell has given me such a wonderful career opportunity and to give back was not only a pleasure, but what I considered as a duty.”

As for the future, Waters is looking to meet the girl of his dreams and settle down with a family as well as continuing to pursue business opportunities. There is no telling where the next 12 months will take him.

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School of Pharmacy News

Campbell Trustees Consider Addition of Physician Assistant Program

New Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Appointed Robert B. Greenwood, Ph.D. was recently appointed the associate dean for Academic Affairs after 21 years of service at the School of Pharmacy as a professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and director of Pharmaceutical Sciences Programs. He received his bachelor’s and Ph.D. degrees from the University of North Carolina. The position requires that Greenwood provide leadership in all aspects of academic affairs including the implementation and assessment of academic programs, creating appropriate policies and procedures, and enforcing academic program requirements. Additionally, he will work in collaboration with crossfunctional departments and organizations to achieve academic goals under the umbrella of the school’s strategic plan.

Greenwood has a vision for academic affairs and has already embraced the continuous need for change within the curriculum and department. “Both the Pharmaceutical Sciences and Clinical Research Departments have clarified some of their course substitution policies and all pharmacy areas have improved the grade appeals process. There are plans to improve remediation possibilities for students in academic difficulty and the Student Affairs Office is more proactive in detecting and helping struggling students,” said Greenwood.

Team members Phyllis Strickland, administrative assistant, and Wesley Rich, director of Assessment, work together to support the Academic Affairs Department. Strickland is responsible for administrative duties including course registration, scheduling, enrollment and graduation. Rich provides leadership in defining and assessing programmatic and educational outcomes by the identification and implementation of a comprehensive plan of assessment using both quantitative and qualitative measures. Greenwood says the goal for the department and school continues to focus on “being thankful for what we have accomplished and going forward each day, providing the best educational experience for students at Campbell University.”

Greenwood has a passion for students, and although he will not be able to spend as many hours in the classroom, he hopes to serve students in a different capacity with his new position. “I have always wanted to help someone be successful in their life’s goals and I hope to be able to provide that help for many of our students in the future.”

Greenwood’s appointment was effective May 23, 2008. He succeeds Thomas J. Holmes, Jr., Ph.D., who was appointed the associate chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences and director of Pharmaceutical Sciences Programs.

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The Executive Committee of Campbell University’s Board of Trustees received a favorable report regarding the addition of a master’s program in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS). Subject to approval of the full Board of Trustees in October 2008, the university will begin the development and accreditation process for the professional program, anticipating the enrollment of its first class in 2011.

Under the auspices of the School of Pharmacy, the program will seek accreditation with the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

Dr. Ronald Maddox, dean of the School of Pharmacy, says the Physicians Assistant program will serve a tremendous need in meeting the health care needs of many rural communities in North Carolina.

“There has been a significant decrease in physicians choosing primary care and/or going into the rural underserved areas in our state. Hence, a major goal of the Campbell University Physician Assistant program will be to train and provide physician assistants that will help fulfill primary health care in these areas,” said Maddox.

“Likewise, a cornerstone of our efforts will be to support the Healthy People 2010 initiative in eliminating health disparities among racial and ethnic minority populations by enhanced awareness education of health care providers.”

PLS Leadership Boot Camp Phi Lambda Sigma hosted a Leadership Boot Camp for the incoming class of 2012 during their orientation in August. The camp was a team-building program designed to encourage communication, develop leadership skills and allow the group to cooperatively solve complex problems. P1 students participated in various activities including organizing groups in numeric order without speaking and with their eyes closed, reproducing a drawing with only verbal instruction, and leading each other blindly through an obstacle course.

CU School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2012 with White Coat Ceremony Campbell University School of Pharmacy officially welcomed 108 new students into its doctoral program on August 10, 2008. Selected from more than 2,000 applicants, the new P1 students have successfully navigated through a rigorous application process based on strong academic records, interviews and practical experience.

During the ceremony, each student was presented with a white coat that they will be required to wear in all clinical situations. Though new students are issued short white coats, they will be allowed to wear a knee-length coat upon graduation.

The white coat should be seen as a visible presentation of a pharmacy student’s commitment to professionalism, said keynote speaker Heather Massengill, Pharm.D. ’00, president of the Campbell University School of Pharmacy Alumni Association.

“We [as pharmacists] are not hiding behind a counter anymore.

We’re making rounds with doctors, we’re seeing our own patients and making patient care decisions,” said Massengill. “We must maintain professionalism to earn respect from our patients and other health care professionals.”

Pictured right, Dean Ronald Maddox congratulations incoming student, Dezia Chavis, during the White Coat Ceremony.

Graham Captivates Audience at Convocation Stedman Graham, best-selling author and CEO of a management and marketing consulting company, shared his formula for a rich and successful life during the School of Pharmacy’s opening convocation ceremony on August 28, 2008.

“I know all of you would like to ask me what Oprah is doing,” said Graham, who is Oprah Winfrey’s long time companion. The audience erupted and the ice was broken for Graham’s compelling message on how to avoid the daily grind and lead a dynamic life.

“You’ve got the same 24 hours that I do,” he said. “The question is what will you do with your 24 hours?”

His advice, set forth in his best-selling book “You Can Make It Happen: A Nine-Step Message,” urged students to think and find out who they are, define themselves, rather than letting other people define them, set goals and come up with a long-range plan.

“You have an opportunity at Campbell University School of Pharmacy because you have all this knowledge,” he said. “Take this information and make it relative to your own growth.”

Pictured left, author, educator and entrepreneur Stedman Graham speaks at the opening convocation

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Kiss n’ Lei: prospective members were greeted with a Hawaiian lei, Hershey’s kiss, hula hoop relays and water balloon tosses. pharmacyalumni.campbell.edu

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Donor Profile Lazelle & Judy Marks

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ongtime friends of Campbell University, Lazelle and Judy Marks are proud to be part of the University’s successful pharmacy program.

Lazelle, a community pharmacist, and Judy, a retired 7th grade English teacher, own Medical Center Pharmacy and Medical Park Pharmacy in Rockingham, N.C. Their relationship with Campbell began when Lazelle came to Buies Creek in the mid ‘60s to study math and science. During his second year of undergraduate studies, Lazelle and six of his friends were talking about what each of them was going to do with their lives.

One of his friends had a brochure about the Medical University of South Carolina which they discovered had a pharmacy program. Lazelle, along with three of the friends, decided that day he would move to Charleston and pursue a career in pharmacy. Lazelle says he is devoted to pharmacy because this profession enables him to “help people and make a positive contribution to the betterment of their lives.”

Lazelle and Judy were in high school when they met in Fair Bluff, N.C. when Lazelle’s father became the pastor at Judy’s home church. After college they were married and had two sons, Greg and Jon, who went on to earn their pharmacy degrees from UNC Chapel Hill.

Greg, Jon and Jon’s wife, Caroline work as pharmacists at the Marks’ community pharmacies and Greg’s wife, Laurie, is a nurse. Thus, a pharmacy family tradition was created.

The family became reconnected to Campbell University when Jon’s then fiancée, Caroline Ammons, started pharmacy school. At this time, the School of Pharmacy was in the beginning stages of its new building

campaign and Lazelle and Judy knew they wanted to get involved. Although there are many worthy institutions and nonprofits, “Christian values are stressed at Campbell University,” said Lazelle. Judy continued, “So with a school that has our same values, Lazelle having attended a few years, and then Caroline in the pharmacy school, giving began to peak our interest.” The Marks were instrumental in the success of the school by naming a faculty office in the new pharmacy building, Maddox Hall.

Since this time, the Marks have showed sincere commitment to Campbell University School of Pharmacy.

Lazelle serves on the Dean’s Board of Advisors and he and Judy recently pledged $25,000 to create the Marks Family Endowed Pharmacy Scholarship Fund.

The couple sees a bright future for the School of Pharmacy. “Not only will Campbell help build strong students, it will provide an opportunity for all students who are interested in pharmacy,” notes Lazelle. “We need pharmacists who can communicate well with patients and allow them to understand their medications.”

Judy adds that the pharmacy program at Campbell provides a “good educational background and rotations which remind me of my own student teaching. They allow you to interact and gain experience from others in the pharmacy field which prepares you for graduation and the real world.”

The Marks’ passion for education and pharmacy is shown through their gifts and service to the School of Pharmacy.

Lazelle & Judy Marks stand in front of the faculty office they named in Maddox Hall following the dedication of the new building.

Create Your Legacy Think about creating your legacy at Campbell University School of Pharmacy.

You can make a difference in student’s lives. To discuss your gift ideas, contact the Pharmacy Advancement Office at 910-893-1313.

Maddox Serves as Mentor to Next Generation of Pharmacy Education Leaders

Dean Ronald Maddox

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Ronald Maddox, Pharm.D., dean of the School of Pharmacy, served as a dean facilitator for the 20072008 Academic Leadership Fellows Program (ALFP) sponsored by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). Twenty-nine fellows and five deans of pharmacy participated in the 2007-08 program.

Established in 2004, the goal of the ALFP is to address and solve the many challenges facing pharmacy education, including understanding the complex relationship between the health care system and society, building inter-disciplinary professional teams to serve the community, addressing and impacting legislative challenges and assuring excellence in the teaching and clinical application of core competences in primary health care services.

“The ALFP is an excellent method of developing new leaders in pharmacy education rather than just waiting for fall 2008

them to evolve,” said Dean Maddox. “Whether they aspire to be academic deans or administrative leaders, this program enhances the scholars’ advancement through the academic ranks and molds them into leaders who will positively impact the pharmacy profession.”

Fellows participated in four program meetings over the past year in addition to working with dean facilitators on assigned projects. The program covered interpersonal competencies for leadership, practical management responsibilities and administrative leadership in the external advocacy of the profession.

Steve Fuller, Pharm.D., associate professor of Pharmacy Practice, has been named a fellow of the 2008-2009 leadership program. Maddox is serving as Fuller’s mentor during the year long program.

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Faculty Focus Dr. Brenda Jamerson

Providing the Steps to Success

Dr. Brenda Jamerson speaks to the Pharmacy Readiness & Enrichment Program (PREP) participants in May 2008.

Jamerson serves as a member on the school’s Diversity Board of Advisors.

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ith a passion to work with youth, Brenda Jamerson, Pharm.D., is reaching beyond the classroom to inspire the next generation of students. The associate professor of Clinical Research and director of the Clinical Research Center at Campbell University School of Pharmacy founded FreshLife, Inc, a non-profit organization, in 2002 as a youth centered program to help develop students’ life skills and provide exposure to future career opportunities. The mentoring program works primarily with minority students starting in sixth grade through early high school.

“These are vulnerable years in a child’s life,” explains Jamerson. “Through my personal experiences, I have seen children who can’t seem to find their way because they never envision what is possible for their life through interactions with a role model. I thought if just one person can reach out to youth during those teenage years and start working with them to channel their energy in a positive way it would make a huge difference for their future.”

FreshLife has worked with the Durham County Public School System and neighborhood churches the past few years to provide classes in life skills development.

Students receive a foundation in leadership and character development to learn positive behaviors to improve themselves and their relationships with others. Students find out about various career paths and also receive exposure to a model that will help them achieve future career goals.

“A crowning moment for me was when a high school counselor told me that her student’s father said that out of all the classes his son was attending, the FreshLife program was the best course he was enrolled in,” says Jamerson. “I guess the positive behavioral traits were showing up at home.”

FreshLife has now reached its next phase, as the organization has launched a year long mentoring program for minority middle school and early high school youth.

A kick-off overnight leadership development camp was held in August where students met their mentors

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for the first time. Throughout the upcoming year, students will be able to communicate with their mentors online, interact via face-to-face meetings at least once a month and attend quarterly field trips. On the field trips, mentees and mentors will visit different university settings to broaden their exposure and engage their interest in a career path.

“The interest we have received from students in the mentoring program we started this year has been great,” explains Jamerson. “The challenge is that we have more students who want to attend than there are spots available. We need more mentors; the only credentials required to get involved is a passion to help youth.”

Jamerson’s involvement with FreshLife translates into why she wanted to work in academia. “I came to the School of Pharmacy from the pharmaceutical industry seven years ago because I wanted to help youth discover their full potential,” she says. “This goes back to my childhood when I discovered science and was told what I could and couldn’t achieve by my teachers. There are limitations that some kids hear; I think these are well meaning adults but sometimes because of their preconceived ideas, limitations may be placed on certain youth.”

Jamerson also serves as a committee member on the Diversity Board of Advisors at the School of Pharmacy.

This initiative at the school promotes the recruitment, development and enrichment of a diverse faculty and student body.

“A lot of minority youth don’t understand the science behind the profession of pharmacy. We [the pharmacy profession] might be losing some of our best candidates to other healthcare degree programs because these individuals aren’t aware of the numerous opportunities this field has to offer,” says Jamerson. “Campbell is on the cutting edge of trying to make sure the exposure level is there and individuals are prepared to walk through the door that has been opened. This is one of the stages FreshLife is working toward. That is, reaching out within the community to help make sure individuals understand the career opportunities that are available to them.”

Jamerson looks forward to continuing the mentoring program and starting another class in the fall of 2009.

For more information regarding FreshLife or how to become a mentor, please contact Dr. Brenda Jamerson at jamerson@campbell.edu.

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Pharmaceutical Sciences Update Pharmacy Alumni Association Invites MSPS Graduates to Join Graduates in the master’s of science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSPS) program are invited to join the Pharmacy Alumni Association. The organization proudly supports the academic excellence and traditions of Campbell University School of Pharmacy and its alumni. Various benefits and services are offered to association members including access to an alumni directory, discounts to alumni events and networking opportunities with nearly 10% of pharmacy alumni who are employed in the pharmaceutical industry. Nicole Anders, MSPS ’08, proudly represents the MSPS alumni on the Pharmacy Alumni Board of Directors. Anders completed the biotechnology track and is currently employed at Gilead.

Nicole Anders, MSPS ’08, proudly represents the MSPS alumni on the Pharmacy Alumni Board of Directors.

Visit www.pharmacyalumni.campbell.edu to view more information about the association or join online!

August 2008 MSPS Graduates Congratulations to A.J. Beaupre, Lipika Chablani and Vijay Kumar for graduating from the MSPS program in August 2008. Beaupre took a position with Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute in Albuquerque, N.M. and Chablani and Kumar were accepted into the doctorate program in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Mercer University in Atlanta, Ga.

Pictured above, back row, from left: Kelly Lovett, Frank Debrah, Mike Hsu, Michelle Blackman, Timetra Williams-Sanders, Tuan Phan, and Juliet Okwoshah. Front row, from left: Ashley Deapo, Grace Mutisya, Linh Tran, Sethika Gadwal, Lam Nguyen, and Tonya White.

Pictured right, A.J. Beaupre accepted a position

BSPS Pharmaceutical Sciences Summer Internship Program

with Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute in Albu-

This past summer, thirteen students in the bachelor’s of science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) program completed the internship component in the curriculum.

The majority of students worked in an industrial setting for 12 weeks as “full-fledged” employees to incorporate their education into practice.

The Pharmaceutical Sciences Department thanks the following internship sites: Campbell University, DSM Pharmaceutical Products, GlaxoSmithKline, Harmony Labs, Pfizer, Talecris Biotherapeutics, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Upsher-Smith Laboratories, and Vertellus.

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Attention all BSPS/MSPS Graduates

mar and Lipika Chablani

As a contract manufacturing facility, the Campbell University Pharmaceutical Science Institute (CUPSI) has temporary to part-time employment available based on given needs.

For more information about these positions, please contact Dr. Gupta by phone, 910-893-1694 or email, guptam@campbell.edu.

started the doctorate program in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Mercer this fall.

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Keep in Touch!

Update your contact information with the alumni office.

Phone: 1-800-334-4111 ext. 4788 Email: pharmacyalumni@ campbell.edu

elcome to another exciting year at Campbell University School of Pharmacy.

Congratulations to the members of the class of 2012. Their hard work earned them a seat that more than 2,000 other applicants wanted.

I had the opportunity to speak with the new class at the White Coat Ceremony on August 10, 2008. This ceremony is a tradition at the School of Pharmacy which I missed out on because it started after I graduated, but what a great tradition it is! The white coat is seen as a symbol of the pharmacy professional. As a result, more than 75% of pharmacy schools across the country have instituted a similar ceremony as a symbol of the beginning of students’ journey to a career in the pharmacy profession.

I shared with the entering class that professionalism is not a topic covered in a textbook, it’s something that is absorbed throughout the journey of pharmacy school.

I told them how lucky they are to be surrounded by great role models… professors, preceptors, and YOU, our alumni. I encourage you to not let them down. There are numerous ways to interact with students including hosting a Pharmacy Alumni Student Association (PASA) dinner at your house, visiting with students during alumni events, serving as a mentor or just visiting campus.

Don’t forget to let your professionalism shine through when working with these students.

We can all use refreshers on this important topic.

The three components to professionalism I highlighted were appearance, accountability and attitude. First, how you look demonstrates how you feel and will define how people see your professional being, inside and out.

Second, you need to be accountable to yourself, your patients and others in your profession and community.

Third, have a positive attitude! You don’t always have control over what happens to you, but you do have control over how you react to it.

I’ll conclude with the same advice I gave the incoming class, never forget where you came from.

Campbell University School of Pharmacy is part of your lineage. I urge you to give back and stay involved. The Alumni Association has many events planned throughout the upcoming year, including a homecoming football tailgate!!! Visit www.pharmacyalumni.campbell.edu and click on “events” to view information on prices and registration. Try and attend at least one alumni event during this upcoming year. I’ll see you there.

Heather S. Massengill, Pharm.D. ’00 President, Pharmacy Alumni Board of Directors

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Dan (’90) and Kristy (’98) Lucas announce the birth of a new little Lucas. Julian Asher was born August 18, 2008 weighing 8 lbs., 4 oz. and measuring 21 inches long. Siblings Kayla & Jackson are excited to have a new baby in the family.

Luanne Kemp Williams (’90) was presented the 2008 Regional Children’s Environmental Health Champion Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (region four) for her ongoing dedication and leadership in protecting children from environmental health risks.

Michael (’96) and Dina (’96) Adams announce the birth of their daughter on October 5, 2008.

Halle Lynn weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz. and was 22 inches long.

The North Carolina Board of Pharmacy (NCBOP) hosted a portrait unveiling for former executive director, David Work, on September 16, 2008. Pictured right, David Work, executive director emeritus of NCBOP; Ronald Maddox, dean of the School of Pharmacy and Bill Randall, former NCBOP member.

Jason (’98) and Tamela (’97) Joyce announce the birth of their daughter. Jordan Kaine was born on September 10, 2008 weighing 7 lbs., 1 oz. and was 20 inches long.

Rick Mullins (’98) and his wife, Jillian, welcomed a baby boy on August 9, 2008.

Benjamin Dean Mullins weighed 8 lbs., ½ oz. & was 19 ½ inches long. His big brother Nathaniel loves him and wants to hold and kiss him all the time!

Karen Philbrick Hobson (’01) and her husband, Robert, celebrated the birth of their daughter on May 2, 2008. Lillian Grace Hobson weighed 6 lb., 6 oz. and 18 ¾ inches long. Big brother Henry (2 yrs.) just adores his baby sister.

Niki Davis Goad (’02) and her husband, Brandon, announce the birth of their son, Nathan Eli Goad on June 24, 2008. Nathan weighed 7 lbs., 12 oz. and was 19 inches long. Nathan has a big brother, Hunter Davis Goad, who is 3.

Weddings On December 1, 2007 Art Malloy wed Vickie McLean (’91) at Boyd Chapel on the campus of Shaw University in Raleigh, N.C. Vickie is currently a clinical pharmacist at Children’s Healthcare of AtlantaEgleston. The groom is a graduate of Shaw University and Ohio State University. He is the dean of Student Services at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)-Atlanta. The couple currently resides in Atlanta, Ga. Virginia Clay (’94) and Donald T. Currin were united in marriage on May 10, 2008 at a private outdoor ceremony in Oxford, N.C. Erika Woessner (’07) and Jacob Mathews (2003- St. Louis College of Pharmacy) were married on June 7, 2008 at Laurinburg Presbyterian Church in Laurinburg, N.C. Following a honeymoon in St. Lucia, the couple now resides in Cary, N.C.

Faculty Laurels Antoine Al-Achi, Ph.D., associate professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, authored the book, “An Introduction to Botanical Medicines.” This book explains how, if used properly and safely, natural medicines and other natural herbs can play a major role in overall good health.

Qinfeng Liu, Ph.D., was recently selected by the Analytical Chemistry Search Committee for appointment as assistant professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the School of Pharmacy. Liu earned a BS and MS degree in Organic Chemistry from East China University of Sciences and Technology in Shanghai, China and a Ph.D. degree in Analytical Chemistry from The University of Toledo. Liu also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Vanderbilt University refining her research skills in the use of mass spectrometric methodologies to investigate biomarkers of human disease.

Russell Reeve, Ph.D., adjunct professor of Clinical Research, received $33,650 in education enhancement grants from the North Carolina Biotech Center to develop continuing education courses aimed at helping scientists in North Carolina to better prepare them to work in researchbased pharmaceutical companies.

Do you have great news to share?

Please send us announcements about your personal and professional life. Have you changed jobs, had a recent promotion, received an honor or an appointment? Did you recently get married or celebrate the birth of a child?

Please let us know by completing the online class notes form at www.pharmacyalumni.campbell.edu and then click on “class notes.”

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By answering your phone on October 21 or 22, you can make a difference!

School of Pharmacy Phone-a-thon October 21-22, 2008

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Pharmacy students will be calling alumni and friends to ask for support of the Pharmacy Annual Fund. The Annual Fund assists in the pharmacy school’s annual operating expenses.

Invest your career where you can

Make a Difference!

When you work for a world-class health care organization, the opportunity to make an impact is tremendous. That’s why you should explore a future with Duke Medicine. We have exciting opportunities for:

CLINICAL PHARMACISTS As the Southeast’s preeminent health care provider, Duke attracts more than 60,000 inpatient stays and 1.4 million outpatient visits annually. Patient care at Duke is distinguished by a collaborative, patient-centered approach that combines the perspectives of physicians from many specialties with the broad experience of specialized pharmacists, nurses, physician associates, therapists, technologists, and many other health professionals.

Named as a best place to work by several publications and organizations, including Carolina Parent, and as one of the nation’s “Most Wired” hospitals, we offer excellent health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, a stimulating work environment, state-of-the-art equipment, and the opportunity for professional growth. Apply online at www.hr.duke.edu or email: steve.kimbrough@duke.edu for more information.

Make a difference for tomorrow by giving today!

Duke Medicine is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Upcoming Alumni Events Visit www.pharmacyalumni.campbell.edu/events or call (910) 814-4788 for more information on prices or registration.

OCTOBER

Fall Back on CU for CE October 18, 2008 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Maddox Hall Buies Creek, NC Earn 6 hours of Live CE CUSOP Alumni & Friends Reception at NCAP October 27, 2008 5-7 p.m.

Sheraton Imperial Durham, NC

NOVEMBER

CU Pharmacy Alumni Tailgate & Football Game Watch Homecoming-CU vs. Davidson November 1, 2008 11 a.m. Pig Pickin’ 1 p.m. Football Game Buies Creek, NC

Office of Alumni Relations & Advancement Post Office Box 1090 Buies Creek, North Carolina 27506

CUSOP Alumni & Friends Reception at the Joint Forces Seminar November 4, 2008 5-7 p.m.

Galt House Louisville, KY

DECEMBER

CUSOP Alumni & Friends Reception at ASHP Midyear December 8, 2008 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Rosen Plaza Hotel Orlando, FL