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CAMPBELL COMMENTS For Alumni, Students & Friends of the Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences | Fall 2019

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At a Glance

Dear Alumni and Friends, It is always a pleasure to have our alumni and donors visit campus. I especially enjoy seeing current students take the opportunity to network with the alumni who have “been there, done that” and the benefactors who generously donate to scholarships that make it possible for many of our students to achieve their career dreams. This all comes together at homecoming when we honor our donors at the annual Scholarship Ceremony and then host a tailgate before the homecoming football game. I was happy to see alumni from each of our seven programs that day, and I look forward to our upcoming alumni basketball watch party in February, where I hope to see you.

In this edition is a call to all pharmacists to advocate for the profession. I want to expand that call to all our programs and ask each of our alumni to be an advocate for their chosen profession, for CPHS and for Campbell University. Share the unique and outstanding points about what you do and how CPHS prepared you for your career, and then direct people to cphs.campbell.edu to learn more about our programs. We truly value all you do to support us.

On the following pages you see a showcase of some of the many ways our students, faculty and staff are executing the CPHS strategic plan by being centered in community, driven by discovery, and educating for excellence. A few highlights include: • Doctor of Pharmacy Class of 2019 outstanding NAPLEX pass rates • Research grants and global connections in the Department of Public Health • Five-year first-time average pass rate on the PANCE for Physician Assistant Practice is above the national average • Impactful service to the community by the Department of Physical Therapy • Exceptional first-time pass rate on the state licensure exam for the Catherine W. Wood School of Nursing’s Class of 2019 • Pharmaceutical Sciences’ new curriculum begins next academic year with a “foot-in-the-door” co-op option • The Department of Clinical Research will roll out a new curriculum during the next few months Do you all know about PERC and the value it brings to our students? It’s the Pharmaceutical Education & Research Center located on main campus. As an FDA registered Pharmaceutical Contract Organization, PERC provides a broad array of capabilities to external clients in the pharmaceutical industry, including government agencies, pharma companies, pharmacies and other universities. The expert staff work with students to provide this real-world experience. PERC is taking on new clients, so spread the word and read more about it just a few pages over.

We want to hear from you! Our Class Notes section of the magazine is very lean.

Let us know what’s going on with you. We want to share your successes and good news. Submit your information online at alumni.campbell.edu/engage or email our Director of Communications & Marketing, Meredith Blalock, at mblalock@ campbell.edu.

With Campbell Pride,

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Michael L. Adams, '96 PharmD, PhD Dean, College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

FEARING AWARDS

Steven Evans and John Rouse receive M. Keith Fearing, Jr. Awards In 1981, Evans opened Beach Pharmacy of Nags Head. As his career continued to progress, Evans made the Drug Topics’ Top Super Independents list in 1984.

In 1985, he opened Beach Pharmacy of Buxton with his business partner Lonnie T. Morgan. He opened a third Beach Pharmacy in Hatteras in 1991, and moved his Buxton store to Avon in 1998. He still runs both the Hatteras and Avon Beach Pharmacy stores today.

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he M. Keith Fearing, Jr. Community Pharmacy Practice Award has been given annually since 1997 in memory of its namesake. Fearing established the first pharmacy in Dare County in 1947 and served as a founding member of the Campbell University’s College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences (CPHS). The award was established for community pharmacists who were dedicated to patient care, community engagement, and professional involvement, all of which Fearing embodied.

With the evolution of the School of Pharmacy into the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, the award has expanded to now include the M. Keith Fearing, Jr. Community Health Sciences Award. This is the inaugural year for that award. The recipient will stand out among others and have the same passion for community health like Fearing.

Dr. Michael Adams, dean of the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, shared, “Keith Fearing was a visionary who wanted to provide healthcare resources for his community. We continue to honor him and his legacy by annually recognizing healthcare professionals with these awards.

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“I hope that this will expand the reach of the College even more deeply into the health sciences.” Dean Adams went on to share that educating students and giving back to their chosen profession is of utmost importance to the overall mission of CPHS. The awards were presented on Saturday, October 19 during the 2019 CPHS Scholarship Ceremony to Steven Evans and John Rouse.

COMMUNITY PHARMACY PRACTICE AWARD Steven Evans (pictured on left) attended undergrad at Campbell University from 1969-1971. After realizing that his dream of playing basketball for the Boston Celtics was not realistic, he decided to attend pharmacy school at UNC. He was a member of Kappa Sigma and Kappa Psi. He graduated in 1975 and moved back to his hometown of Ash, North Carolina to work as an intern at Thomas Drugs. Shortly after graduation, he began working at Peoples in Elizabeth City, NC. In 1976, Evans became a registered pharmacist and began working at Millers Pharmacy in Nags Head, NC. This was the greatest job he ever had! The pharmacy was oceanside, and he spent his days in a wet suit and his white coat, surfing every chance he could.

Living and working in the Outer Banks is not about the money, but the community.

Evans would do anything for his patients, and is adamant that serving them is worth every storm the coast faces.

During a snowstorm, Evans even went as far as to charter a boat in order to deliver medications to patients on Ocracoke Island. Evans has been married to his wife, Anna, for forty years. They have three daughters: Natalie Claire, Leanna Blair, and Katherine Dale.

COMMUNITY HEALTH SCIENCES AWARD John Rouse (pictured in center) received his undergraduate degree from East Carolina University and his graduate degree from Central Michigan University.

He has worked in the healthcare field for 25 years with 23 years of his experience being in Public Health. He has served as the health director in Duplin and Sampson Counties. Since 2003 he has been the Harnett County Health Director.

Rouse is a past president of the North Carolina Association of Local Health Directors (NCALHD) and of the Harnett County United Way. He was the 2009 recipient of the North Carolina Public Health Association Reynolds Award and was selected as the 2012 NCALHD Health Director of the Year.

He has served on the Board of Directors for the NC Department of Labor, Farmers Safety Council, and Southern Regional Area Health Education Center. He currently serves on the East Carolina University School of Public Health Advisory Council, the Campbell University Physician Assistant Practice Advisory Board, and the Campbell University Public Health Program Advisory Board. He resides in Lillington, North Carolina with his wife Monica and daughter Campbell.

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Scholarship Ceremony & Homecoming 2019

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n a crisp fall morning students gathered to decorate parade floats while alumni, donors and friends made their way to the University to celebrate homecoming. For CPHS, it’s not just homecoming, it’s also a time to honor the generosity of donors who made it possible for 240 of our students to receive scholarships this academic year.

Students were able to meet with the donors of their scholarships during a reception on Saturday, October 19, prior to the Scholarship Ceremony in Butler Chapel. That is where James M. Wilson, Jr. (’20 DPT Candidate) took the opportunity to thank his benefactor in person. “Being awarded this scholarship is more than just making my education more affordable, it is about the recognition of hard work, the validation that there are others who are invested in my success, and the manifestation that "...my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus" Philippians 4:19 (NIV). I give all praise and glory to Jesus, and I can't thank Dr. Greg Dedrick enough for his help in my personal and professional growth and for everything he has done to develop the CP H S.CAMP BE LL.EDU

Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Campbell University.”

During the ceremony, three students shared with the standing-room only crowd a message of gratitude and thanks.

They elaborated on what the scholarships meant to them and to their peers. Morgan Dailey (’20 MPAP/MSPH Candidate) shared that not only will she express her gratitude, but will practice gratitude and say “‘thank you’ even through difficult times.” She continued addressing her fellow students, “Our donors have made financial sacrifices in order to help fuel our beginnings and to help us keep growing. Grow in your purpose and do so with gratitude, and you will lead with purpose.”

Mark Moore (’00, ’07), associate dean of Admissions and Student Affairs, recognized all donors present along with all student scholarship recipients. The ceremony also included the M. Keith Fearing, Jr. Awards presentation and the CPHS Alumni Honorary Lifetime Membership Award presentation. More on those honors in separate stories in this edition.

After the ceremony, more than 350 alumni, donors, students, faculty and staff representing all seven CPHS

programs gathered for a BBQ lunch tailgate near Barker-Lane Stadium.

Several student organizations had tables with items for sale and with games for all ages. “It was so much fun to be able to connect with alumni from 1992 up to 2019,” said Dean Michael L. Adams.

“Welcoming them back to campus and providing them a forum to connect with current students was a joy. I can’t wait to do it again and hope everyone will come out for our basketball watch party on February 15.”

The fun moved over to the football stadium for the homecoming game. Molly Mahaffey Knowles ('98 PharmD) posed for a photo with Gladys as the game started (see above). The Fighting Camels played the Hampton Pirates and won 31 to 16! During the game, the University recognized the three 2019 Distinguished Alumni, which included our very own Heather Massengill (’99 MBA, ’00 PharmD). She is featured in another story in this edition.

“Thank you to everyone who helped make October 19 an amazing day,” said Dean Adams. “It is always a pleasure to have our CPHS family gather together for collegiate fun. I’m already looking forward to the next time.”

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OUR PROGRAMS SECOND CLASS OF NURSING STUDENTS EARNS EXEMPLARY PASS RATE ON LICENSURE EXAM

PERC is an asset to Campbell’s growing campus and the pharmaceutical industry workshops, clinical manufacturing, quality and analytical testing, and so much more. The Center has even hosted workshops for investigators from Boards of Pharmacy from several states. In addition to being available for faculty and student use, PERC serves clients all over the world including pharma industries, pharmacies, government agencies, and even other universities.

The Catherine W. Wood School of Nursing’s Class of 2019 posted an outstanding first-time pass rate of 92.68% on the NCLEX-RN state licensure exam. We exceeded the state (83%) and national (87%) first-time pass rate for the 2016-2018 time frame. The 2019 data is not available until the first quarter of 2020.

“This is an excellent first-time pass rate for only the second class of a nursing program,” said Dr. Nancy Duffy, program director. “Ultimately, all 41 graduates in our second class passed the exam. I am very proud of the class and the fantastic faculty and staff who share their passion for nursing with our students every day.”

Dr. Michael L. Adams, dean of the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, elaborated on Dr. Duffy’s sentiment. “What the nursing program has accomplished in a few short years is practically unheard of and nothing short of amazing. The dedication, determination, and spirit of the faculty and staff resonates with each of their students, and it is clear that the students are learning and loving their chosen path.

I can’t wait to hear of their continued successes.”

In addition to clinical training, the BSN program utilizes a team-based, active strategy to challenge the students and help them develop team skills, improve communication, and to clinically reason through issues whether in class or at the bedside.

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he Pharmaceutical Education & Research Center (PERC) provides a unique and highlydifferentiated hands-on, laboratorybased education with an innovative and challenging graduate-level research experience utilizing stateof-the-art manufacturing equipment and analytical instrumentation. This applied knowledge and training prepares students for the growing pharmaceutical industry workforce.

In addition to being an educational center, the facility is an FDA registered, singlesource and affordable, Pharmaceutical Contract Organization equipped with current technology and subject matter experts who have more than 130 combined years of practice in the profession. PERC offers many services including client specific hands-on-

The faculty and staff are well trained in medicinal and analytical chemistry, formulation development, management, analysis of drugs, and even biomedical research. The facility provides exceptional analytical services including potency testing, stability studies, and chemistry solutions to stability problems.

The scientists offer a variety of services focused on pre-formulation, preclinical analytical research, and small-scale manufacturing. PERC staff recognizes and commits to on-time project delivery with the highest quality.

Dr. Mali Gupta is the director of PERC. He said, “PERC is the best of both worlds – academics and industry. We are taking on new clients and working to build awareness of our many capabilities.

Please let your network know about us and share what we do to serve the pharmaceutical industry through education and research. You can reach PERC at 910-814-4346 or learn more about us using this QR code.”

PA PROGRAM RECEIVES 95% FIRST-TIME PASS RATE ON PANCE The Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences’ (CPHS) Physician Assistant Class of 2019 received a 95% first-time pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE). The program’s five-year first-time average pass rate is 98%, which is above the national average of 96%.

“This excellent work is a testament to the dedication of the entire PA department, the graduate students’ drive, and the college’s mission to produce superior healthcare providers who are ready to serve others,”

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said CPHS Dean Michael L. Adams (’96 PharmD, PhD).

PA Program Director Betty Lynne W. Johnson (’79 B.S., ’86 M.Ed) thanked her faculty and staff for their tireless efforts and dedication to student success. She said, “We have launched another cohort into the world to serve! Our graduates are wellequipped, service minded, compassionate caregivers.”

Campbell’s 24-month Physician Assistant (PA) program endeavors to meet the future

needs of the PA profession and its role in the healthcare delivery system throughout the continuum of care. Students are afforded the opportunity to participate in various professional organizations and interprofessional activities, promoting educational advancements, networking, and the ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals. The PA program fosters patient-centered, evidence-based medicine, preparing students to be competent and compassionate healthcare providers.

It's a family affair when a loved one is in school to become a Physician Assistant, so it's fitting for them to be part of the celebration at the end of the academic journey. Shannon Ellis included her husband and son in the special day.

PUTTING ON A LONG WHITE COAT IN A HEAT WAVE You don’t usually think about wearing a coat in mid-July, especially in hot, humid North Carolina weather. But that didn’t deter our seventh cohort of Master of Physician Assistant Practice students from walking across the stage on July 19 in Scott Concert Hall to receive their Long White Coats.

The 55 students worked tirelessly the past two years to reach this education pinnacle and they were thrilled to slip their arms into the sleeves of the outward sign of their profession assisted by a family member, friend or mentor.

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Betty Lynne W. Johnson, chair of the PA program, welcomed the packed-house crowd with an acclamation of scripture from Psalm 118. “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!”

PA charter class member and assistant professor of Physician Assistant Practice, Ashley Nordon, gave the White Coat Address. She said, “For just as the long white coat is a symbol of hard work and dedication to us PAs, it is a symbol of trust for our patients. And just as we should be proud to wear our long white coats, we

must also strive to be worthy of the power that comes by wearing it.”

Nordon concluded with a charge to the Class of 2019, “Never forget why you wanted this in the first place and reflect on it often. Begin each day with an open mind, a positive attitude and most importantly, a grateful heart. You truly never know how you will touch someone’s life and how someone can touch yours. And, always remember that you have the support of your Campbell family.”

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OUR PROGRAMS

Public Health faculty member receives NIH grant and seeks to improve lives in West Africa

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r. Peter Ahiawodzi is from Ghana, West Africa. He came to the United States in 2003 to further his education. After obtaining his masters and PhD from the University of Louisville in 2014, he joined the Campbell family as an assistant professor of Public Health.

In 2018, Dr. Ahiawodzi began collaborating with the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in Hohoe, Ghana. The relationship between UHAS and Campbell was mutually beneficial for both institutions. Campbell offered assistance to the newly developed university, and a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the two schools. Faculty development opportunities evolved, and students were encouraged to collaborate on community research.

On May 12, 2019, Dr. Ahiawodzi journeyed to his home of West Africa with a group of five public health students and one pharmacy student. While they were there, CPHS students worked with UHAS students to conduct a Community Health Assessment (CHA) in two rural communities.

The students spent months preparing for this trip. They created survey questions, collected donations, and even established

activities that would help build trust with local children. The UHAS Public Health Department reviewed and edited the survey based on local language and needs.

Our students presented community elders with the survey, and the elders were happy to receive support. The chiefs of two communities notified their community members of the gathering via a gong-gong (a metal object hit with a wooden stick to alert people that it is time for an announcement) and individuals came to participate in the CHA. Before conducting the assessment, our students participated in classroom training regarding community members and culture, weight/height assessments, and glucose measurements.

The student group surveyed 180 people.

The collected data enabled the students to identify community health problems and generate potential solutions. This data will be utilized in preparation for the next trip to Ghana. The group plans to return to West Africa next year and wants to further educate and positively impact the health of community members. Campbell realizes the importance of service and interprofessional education. The Public Health program hopes there will be an increase in attendance across CPHS programs, as this is a unique opportunity to serve and gain clinical experience.

In addition to his work in West Africa, and his responsibilities as a faculty

member, Dr. Ahiawodzi received a National Institute of Health (NIH) grant in 2018. The parent grant was awarded to his mentors and leaders of the DiabetesWorking Group of the Cardiovascular Health Study. The Harvard faculty members are studying non-esterified fatty acids. Dr. Ahiawodzi applied for an extension of the parent grant and was awarded an Administrative Supplement to study non-esterified fatty acids and geriatric outcomes in a Cardiovascular Health Study. This cohort studies people’s risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Ahiawodzi was awarded $180,000 for his study. The two-year grant will allow him time to perform the research as well as attend meetings and conferences. The grant ends in the spring of 2020, but if funds are available he hopes to continue the work. Dr. Ahiawodzi presented the data at the AHA epidemiology and lifestyle conference in Houston, Texas, on March 6, 2019.

He has also been selected to attend Programs to Increase Diversity Among Individuals Engaged in Health-Related Research (PRIDE), a program that increases diversity among individuals engaged in cardiovascular research. This summer institute is held in Brooklyn, New York. The NIH runs the institute, and PRIDE invites a maximum of ten applicants to participate in the program each year. The medical center helps train junior faculty members in cardiovascular research. Dr. Ahiawodzi will also learn how to write grants and work on skills and methodologies to conduct research.

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Doctor of Physical Therapy program helps two TBI survivors defy all odds

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he Campbell University Doctor of Physical Therapy program’s mission is to graduate doctors of physical therapy who deliver compassionate, patient-centered care from a service oriented, Christian guided view, with a special emphasis on rural healthcare environments. Two North Carolina men, Adam Root and Ian Ward, are defying all odds because of love, faith, family, and help from Campbell’s PT program.

Adam Root and his wife, Amy, were married in 2007. Amy described their relationship as, “one that was growing daily.” Adam enjoyed racing motocross in his free time, and on May 15, 2010, the family’s lives changed forever. Adam went for a jump going 40mph and landed on his head. He was life-flighted to UNC Medical Center, and the doctors did not know if he would survive the surgery.

Adam had broken multiple ribs and suffered severe brain injuries.

The prognosis for Adam was very grave.

Doctors said that Adam would never understand language again due to irreparable brain damage. Amy clung to the promise that God was bigger than Adam’s injury. Adam was in a comatose state for two years. Waking him up from the coma was a slow process, but he did wake up. He has undergone 17 brain surgeries, and had his left hippocampus removed; yet, he is still capable of making and holding onto memories.

With slow improvements being made, doctors unsure of how to offer further help, and resources dwindling, Amy was eager to find support for her husband. She reached out to Campbell’s DPT program in 2018 to see what resources might be available to her family. Amy’s prayers were answered the day Jacob Kap showed up on her doorstep.

Jacob is a third year DPT student from Ogden, Utah. He is passionate about how to retrain correct movement patterns to restore health and wellness. Jacob was in a unique position to assist with Adam’s long-term health through his personal knowledge of health and wellness.

Thanks to Jacob’s fun, yet grueling activities, Adam has progressed slowly,

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Ian Ward with DPT students

yet significantly. Jacob believes the only limitations we face are the ones we set for ourselves, and he shared that Amy and Adam are, “the definition that with love, faith and God, anything is possible.”

When Jacob left for his third year rotations, DJ Redmond stepped up to serve. The Raleigh native, also a third year DPT student, quickly realized that Adam was up for anything. DJ shared, “I wanted to see if I could push Adam to try things that he would supposedly ‘never do again’. **Spoiler alert** Adam is doing things he was never ‘supposed’ to do again!” DJ does not take credit for any of Adam’s achievements, and was quick to point out that Adam takes advantage of all opportunities to progress towards personal goals.

The DPT program answered another call for help when a fluke skateboarding accident left 25 year-old Ian Ward in critical condition. The doctors prepared his family for the worst outcome. Ian was in an induced coma for six months, and the doctors said he would likely be in a vegetative state for the rest of his life.

While his prognosis was never positive, Ian has defied all odds and is approaching the four-year anniversary of his injury.

Dr. Kim Ward, Ian’s mother, has served as an English instructor at Campbell since 2006. Dr. Ward reached out to the physical therapy program for help and Dr. Michelle Green, assistant professor of Physical Therapy, responded. Dr. Green has encouraged Ian to participate in her Life Span Neuro course. Ian visits Campbell at least once a week, and Dr. Green and her students spend time helping him regain strength, mobility, and daily life functionalities.

Dr. Ward shared that Campbell is the reason for Ian’s success. When Ian first came to Campbell, he could barely stand up on his own. Ian is walking again and progressing well! When asked about his improvement, Dr. Green shared about the day that Ian stood up on his own and played his guitar for the physical therapy students. It was a monumentally special day!

The Root and Ward families are so appreciative to Campbell’s Physical Therapy program for all of the support and encouragement. Adam and Ian’s improvements are proof that God is bigger than any injury!

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OUR PROGRAMS CALLING ALL PHARMACISTS WE NEED TO SPREAD THE NEWS

MSPS core curriculum gets an update

The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP), in conjunction with many pharmacy organizations, launched a national campaign to help educate individuals on the invaluable contributions pharmacists make to healthcare. The campaign motto is, “Pharmacists Help People Live Healthier, Better Lives.” Pharmacists are widely accessible healthcare professionals who serve as an essential part of the healthcare team. The practice of pharmacy has numerous paths and specialties that make it an exciting and advantageous career. We need to share this information as widely as possible to advocate for our profession, for our outstanding Campbell pharmacy program, and for Campbell University as the private university of choice in North Carolina.

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY STUDENTS ONCE AGAIN OUT RANK STATE AND NATIONAL AVERAGES The Doctor of Pharmacy Class of 2019 posted an exemplary first time pass rate on the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) of 93.41%, which is above state (89.37%) and national (90.59%) rates. For the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MJPE), Campbell students posted a 89.53% first-time in-state pass rate that was above the state (89.04%) and national (84.21%) averages.

“Four years of hard work in and out of the classroom culminates with the National Board exams,” said Pharmacy Practice Department Chair, D. Byron May (PharmD). “It’s a stressful time for them, but our students have again surpassed state and national averages.

Our faculty and staff are extremely proud of the students and look forward to hearing of their continued success as pharmacy practitioners.”

The NAPLEX and MPJE are developed by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy for use by the state boards of pharmacy as part of their criteria for assessing candidates’ competence to practice pharmacy.

“Congratulations! Yet again we have demonstrated strong scores that are a testament to the hard work of our students and to our faculty’s excellent instruction and mentoring,” said CPHS Dean, Michael L. Adams (PharmD ’96, PhD). “These results continue to validate everyone’s hard work and passion for the profession.”

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providing new research and drug discoveries to help aid in illnesses.

Hospitals and pharmaceutical companies were facing an extreme lag time when responding to problems. In an effort to work more efficiently and effectively, many of these groups returned to the overall mission: serving the patient. This helped identify areas of weakness, gaps in communication, and ultimately create a more prompt response time to concerns.

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he Campbell University Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSPS) program will be implementing a new curriculum in August 2020. The program director, Dr. David Eagerton, has been a champion for revamping the curriculum. He and his faculty saw a need for change, and have taken the necessary steps to ensure Campbell students are even more marketable and better equipped for the workforce.

In order to prepare for these changes, Dr. Eagerton and his faculty sought insight from people in the healthcare industry, such as hospital administrators and pharmaceutical companies. The MSPS department conducted a SWAT analysis of the program. Dr. Eagerton also formed a Pharmaceutical Sciences Advisory Committee with people from various industries. The committee looked at things like which companies were hiring MSPS graduates, the availability of jobs, and what were companies looking for in job candidates. The analysis and meetings provided invaluable information.

The advisory committee discovered that all healthcare careers have shifted to uphold a stronger patient centered approach. The pharmaceutical industry is a vital part of the healthcare system,

The new curriculum will reinforce a patient-centered approach and allow first year students to focus on basic concepts, industry needs, professional development, and even lean business ideas. Equipping students with basic business concepts may ultimately save companies money and help students to be more competent workers. First year students will take a deeper look at the value of soft skills such as teamwork, communication, and how to apply a patient-centered mentality.

Another aspect of the curriculum changes will include a co-op experience where students will gain first hand work experience. The co-op will begin during the summer after the completion of first year coursework. This experience will last until October, briefly overlapping with second year courses.

During their second year, students will be able to specialize in an area of interest. Students will not have to declare a specialty upon acceptance, but will be allowed to choose one after receiving exposure to all areas of the industry. In addition to taking courses that align with career goals, students will be encouraged to conduct research in those areas.

Dr. Eagerton shared that the most difficult aspect of this process has been taking the courses and reevaluating every aspect of them. Asking questions like “is this new and timely information” and “what’s applicable” have helped the faculty solidify course content. Dr. Eagerton is most excited about “giving students the knowledge and skills they need to be competitive and do great things.”

FACULTY/STAFF NEWS

DR. BOB CISNEROS, recently named professor emeritus of Pharmacy Practice, was asked to serve a two-year term on the Dean’s Advisory Council for the Harrison School of Pharmacy at his alma mater, Auburn University. He is a two-time War Eagle, having graduated from the pharmacy school in 1976 with a master’s degree and then again in 2003 with a PhD before joining CPHS.

Justin Gambini Appointed Committee Chair of NC Academy of Physician Assistants

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elping students succeed is at the heart of what Justin Gambini (MSPAS, PA-C) does every day as an assistant professor of Physician Assistant Practice. His drive to train future PAs has not gone unnoticed, and he was recently appointed Student Affairs Committee Chair for the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (NCAPA). The role, which will begin January 2020, is directly responsible to the NCAPA Board of Directors for providing input and support to NCAPA student activities, which may include presentations to incoming or graduating students, annual student-focused events, and/or any other networking or PA professional development opportunities focused on PA students in North Carolina.

“I am honored to be recognized as an advocate for PA students across North Carolina,” said Gambini. “I look forward to serving in this capacity and working to strengthen the relationship between students and the PA profession as a CP H S.CAMP BE LL.EDU

whole. My goals are to expand statewide student involvement in leadership, increase advocacy for the profession, promote professionalism, and help future PAs succeed, thus ensuring the future of the profession in an ever changing healthcare marketplace.”

Gambini’s role at Campbell is didactic faculty, which means he teaches the full scope of PA practice. He has a passion for point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) and is the faculty advisor for the ultrasound special interest group and the iSCAN national ultrasound competition team. Prior to joining Campbell’s PA faculty, he focused on emergency and critical care medicine in the Raleigh, North Carolina area.

A first-generation college student, Gambini grew up in rural West Virginia and received his undergraduate degree from West Virginia University. He then obtained his MSPAS from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia. He spends his free time volunteering for the Piedmont Railroad Museum, along with other charitable organizations. His other passion is sharing his gift of music as he is a classically trained pianist.

DR. RICHARD DREW, vice-chair of Research & Scholarship and professor of Pharmacy Practice, received the CPHS Educator of the Year award for work done in the 2018-2019 academic year. His practice site is Duke University Hospital, and he was selected by the Duke Residency program as the recipient of this year’s Milton W. Skolaut Leadership Award, which recognizes an individual for outstanding leadership and contributions to the profession of pharmacy. In addition, he received a Duke University School of Medicine 2019 Excellence in Education Award for the Infectious Diseases division.

DR. ANDREW MUZYK, associate professor of Pharmacy Practice and whose practice site is Duke University Hospital, has been recognized as a Fellow of Duke AHEAD. He also published an article in Academic Medicine titled “An Interprofessional Substance Use Disorder Course to Improve Students’ Educational Outcomes and Patients’ Treatment Decisions.” Dr. Muzyk also champions students who are working to be published, often co-authoring articles and supporting their research.

DR. MIRANDA VAN TILBURG, associate professor of Clinical Research, has reached more than 10K followers on her professional Twitter account @DrvanTilburg where she shares the latest scientific insights on child health and parenting.

She was also recently quoted in a workingmother.com article about raising confident girls.

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FACULTY/STAFF NEWS DR. CHARLES CARTER, interim chair and associate professor of Clinical Research, spoke at the 89th Annual Meeting of the American Thyroid Association about a study of compounded oral liquid levothyroxine products. Dr. David Eagerton, Paul Johnson and Bill Pickard were involved in the research, along with six Campbell students. Several agencies shared the news: healio.com, pharmacist.com, biospace.com, businessinsider.com, and medscape.com.

DR. MALI GUPTA has been granted emeritus status. He retired as associate professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences in May 2019. He currently serves as director of the Pharmaceutical Education & Research Center (PERC), where he is working to build the client base and continue to educate students through real-world, hands-on experiences.

DR. STEVEN JOHNSON, recently promoted to associate professor of Pharmacy Practice, is lead author in the highly respected journal, Clinical Infectious Diseases, for his original research on the Effectiveness of Oral Vancomycin for Prevention of Healthcare Facility-Onset Clostridium difficile Infection in Targeted Patients During Systemic Antibiotic Exposure. Co-author, Shannon Brown, is a fourth-year PharmD student. “It is a significant accomplishment for a pharmacist to be lead author in this publication,” said D. Byron May, Chair of Pharmacy Practice. “We are very excited and proud of Steven’s research and his collaboration with our pharmacy students.”

DR. TINA THORNHILL, vice-chair for Experiential & Professional Education and associate professor of Pharmacy Practice, was honored with the North Carolina Association of Pharmacists President’s Service Award in recognition of outstanding service to NCAP as Editor-in-Chief for the organization’s journal, the North Carolina Pharmacist.

DR. DUSTIN WILSON has been promoted to associate professor of Pharmacy Practice. He is a clinical faculty pharmacist at Duke University Hospital and co-director of the Campbell University/ Duke University Internal Medicine/ Infection Diseases/Academics residency.

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Dr. Beth Mills Elected President-Elect of NC Association of Pharmacists

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he North Carolina Association of Pharmacists (NCAP) is the state organization that exists to unite, serve and advance the profession of pharmacy for the benefit of society. Beth Mills (’98 PharmD) was elected NCAP’s president-elect in October 2019 for a three-year-term that begins January 1, 2020.

She will serve as president-elect the first year, president the second year, and chair of the board of directors the third year. Dr. Mills is most looking forward to serving her profession and advocating for all pharmacists regardless of their practice setting.

Dr. Mills plays an active role in cultivating the next generation of pharmacy leaders, and her newly appointed role with NCAP will allow her to continue this work on a much broader scale. She enjoys working alongside other pharmacists who are passionate about the profession, being able to make a difference in the field, and having an impact on the future of pharmacy.

She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Campbell in 1998. Following graduation, she completed a primary care residency with a focus on diabetes at the Wilson Community Health Center in Wilson, North Carolina. She has been serving in multiple fields of the

pharmacy profession in the state for more than 20 years.

Dr. Mills is currently a clinical assistant professor of Pharmacy Practice with CPHS, and her practice site is the Benson Area Medical Center (BAMC) in Benson, North Carolina, where she is a clinical pharmacist practitioner providing chronic disease state management to adolescents and adults.

Dr. Mills serves as preceptor for pharmacy students completing their advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) ambulatory care rotation. In conjunction with BAMC, she is also the program director and preceptor for Campbell University’s PGY2 Ambulatory Care residency program. In addition, Dr. Mills is a part-time staff pharmacist for HealthSmart Pharmacy, an independent pharmacy with multiple locations across North Carolina.

Having been an NCAP member for 12 years, Dr. Mills has previously served as an At-Large member of the Board of Directors, served on the Immunization Task-Force, and participated in membership initiatives. One membership benefit is collaborating with pharmacy leaders and student leaders in the state to advocate for the profession of pharmacy on state and national levels.

Dr. Mills believes, “NCAP has advanced the scope of practice for pharmacists in North Carolina.”

ALUMNI NEWS HEATHER MASSENGILL RECOGNIZED AS CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY DISTINGUISHED ALUMNAE Dr. Heather S. Massengill, pictured with Campbell University's President Creed, is a two-time graduate of Campbell University, earning her MBA in 1999 before continuing her education and graduating with a PharmD in 2000. Dr. Massengill is employed by GlaxoSmithKline, where she leads critical medical affairs strategic initiatives aligned to the company's Oncology priorities. In addition, she has also served as the director of the residency program, mentored new hires, served as a student preceptor, and completed a rotation as a sales professional.

Dr. Massengill has also been an active part of the Campbell community in a variety of roles. From 2006 to 2013, she served on the Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Alumni Board of Directors. In 2017, she began serving on the Campbell University Alumni Board of Directors; a position she still holds today. Dr. Massengill also serves Campbell in other ways, including hosting student dinners in her home, serving as a guest lecturer, and participating in the pilot peer mentor program.

Dr. Massengill resides in Garner with her daughter, Maylee and husband, Jeremy Massengill (’00 PharmD). In her free time, she enjoys traveling, crafting, and spending time at White Lake with her family.

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS HONORARY LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP The Alumni Association Honorary Lifetime Membership Award is a recognition presented to individuals who did not attend CPHS but who have adopted it as their own through uncommon and outstanding service, substantial and continuing commitment, and loyalty. This award is only presented when a nominee exemplifies the honor and has the qualities to which the award merits.

This year the Alumni Association Board unanimously selected Pam Roberts, executive assistant to the dean, to receive the honor. Association Presidentelect, Julia Neimi ('17 MPAP/MSPH) and President Crystal Dowless ('09 PharmD) presented Roberts with the award. Pam embodies each of these qualities and has dedicated her skills, time, effort and vision to CPHS. She plays a vital role in the success and day-to-day operations of the College and always has a calming spirit, welcoming smile and willingness to serve. Though she would prefer to stay behind the scenes, Pam is a natural leader and her impact is tremendous. We are sincerely appreciative of her commitment, loyalty and outstanding service.

Pam commented, “I am truly honored to be the recipient of this prestigious award.

Having the ability to work with such amazing faculty, staff, students and alumni has been a tremendous blessing to me in my professional life. I am very grateful for the opportunity to assist those within CPHS who prepare students to lead purposeful lives of meaningful service and sincerely appreciate this recognition.”

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A MESSAGE FROM WILL BRATTON HOMECOMING is defined in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary as “the return of a group of people usually on a special occasion to a place formerly frequented or regarded as home.” Every fall Campbell University celebrates one of my favorite weekends of the year…

Homecoming. As an alumnus of Campbell myself, I enjoy seeing friends, who have become more like family, as they return “home,” to visit the place that is so special to many of us. I enjoy seeing alumni from all of our programs in the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences as you come back and reminisce with your loved ones about the time you spent in Buies Creek.

If you haven’t made it back to campus in a while, I encourage you to find time in the next year to come back to Campbell. Much of what you remember may still be the same, but you will likely notice some major changes. Walk the halls of the Leslie Campbell Science Hall, Maddox Hall, Levine Hall, or Smith Hall.

Take a walk by D. Rich in Academic Circle or visit that professor who you have not seen in some time. And don’t forget to stop by the alumni office in Maddox Hall to sign the alumni wall.

We would love to have you back on campus for the CPHS Basketball Game Watch (February 15, 2020), the CPHS Alumni & Friends Golf Classic (April 17, 2020), Homecoming 2020 (October 31, 2020), or any other time throughout the year. If you would like to visit campus or if you have a friend or child who is interested in attending Campbell, do not hesitate to email me at bratton@campbell.edu.

I look forward to seeing you soon!

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS CLASS NOTES

LAURA DAIL BLANCHARD (’13 MPAP) and Steven Blanchard, along with big brother Harrison, are happy to announce the birth of Haleigh Kay Blanchard at 1:10 p.m. on September 21.

Haleigh weighed 8lbs, 15oz and was 21 inches long.

UPCOMING EVENTS CPHS ALUMNI BASKETBALL WATCH Saturday, February 15, 2020 | 4:30 p.m.

Register at cphs.campbell.edu/basketball in early 2020.

CATELYN CONWAY (’22 PHARMD CANDIDATE) has been elected the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists’ (APhA-ASP) Region 3 Midyear Regional Meeting Coordinator for seven states and Puerto Rico.

IVONNE MARIE SANTIAGO LOPEZ (’23 PHARMD/MSPH CANDIDATE) won the podium presentation in the student category at the 2019 North Carolina Public Health Association Fall Education Conference.

MORGAN DAILEY (’20 MPAP/MSPH CANDIDATE) has been named a 2019-2020 Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Student Health Policy Fellow. She is one of only 14 students who were selected from applications submitted from around the country.

CHANTLEY THOMAS (’20 PHARMD CANDIDATE) has been appointed to serve as the 2019-2020 National Region 2 Facilitator for the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA).

The DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL RESEARCH recently received word from Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO) that they have been granted acceptance in the national student chapter network. Campbell is now the 73rd chapter and is part of the Mid-Atlantic Region.

AMBER HILL, MORGAN GRAVELY, ISABEL ALCALA-MADDOX, and HOLLY MOYER competed in the American College of Clinical Pharmacy’s (ACCP) Clinical Pharmacy Challenge and made it to the top 16 in the country, father than any other North Carolina chapter.

19TH ANNUAL CPHS ALUMNI & FRIENDS GOLF CLASSIC Friday, April 17, 2020 Keith Hills Golf Club Register at cphs.campbell.edu/golf in early 2020.

Sponsorships available.

Contact: Will Bratton at bratton@campbell.edu.

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AT A GLANCE

CPHS Alumni Association President-elect, Julia Neimi ('17 MPAP/MSPH), Board Member Andrew Currin ('14 BSCR, '16 MSPH, '17 MBA), and President Crystal Dowless ('09 PharmD) got in the spirit at the Back To School BBQ.

Looking sharp! First-year pharmacy student, Christopher Hudson, receives his white coat from Dr. D. Byron May, chair of Pharmacy Practice, during the 2019 White Coat Ceremony in Gore Area.

Students pulled on each other's strengths and knowledge to uncover clues and solve puzzels during an escape room challenge as part of the Interprofessional Education (IPE) First-Year Event.

Betty Lynne W. Johnson, chair and director of Physician Assistant Practice, helps Kathryn Allen ('21 MPAP Candidate) put on her white coat.

Cornell P. Wright, executive director of the NC DHHS Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities, opened his keynote address during the 2019-2020 CPHS Convocation Ceremony by having everyone take selfies with the people around them.

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Evan W. Lucas ('20 PharmD/MSCR Candidate and Class President) addresses all CPHS students, faculty and staff during Convocation.

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