Great organizations reveal themselves as truly great when faced with struggles.
These past two years, we have faced adversity. In the face of extraordinary obstacles, our Bengal community has responded with empathy, vulnerability, and compassion when making our decisions, and our students have kept their eyes on their goals. Along the way, our students have assisted at vaccination clinics, provided educational services, and embodied what it truly means to be a valuable member of the communities we serve.
At Idaho State University, our priorities remain the same as they have for a century — to be open for our students and to provide them with opportunities for learning and growth in a safe and welcome learning environment. I have been so honored to see this University stay focused on our mission, even in a worldwide pandemic, to make sure we are helping to build the next generation of health care providers.
Now, as we look ahead to the future, I am confident that our University and the College of Pharmacy will use this momentum to propel us into an ever-more promising future. Thank you for all you do to support our mission.
Kevin Satterlee President Vision
To lead the nation in innovative pharmacy discovery and practice and inspire learners to be catalysts for change.
Values
Integrity: Doing the right thing.
Develop caring and collaborative pharmacists and scholars who improve health outcomes through transformative research and patient-centered care.
Access: Creating opportunities for outreach and engagement of underserved populations. Inclusiveness: Seeking diversity by valuing everyone.
Collaboration: Nurturing a respectful community through mentorship, communication, and transparency.
Intellectual Curiosity: Fostering an environment that encourages research, scholarship, and
Accountability
Message from the Dean
As 2021 drew to a close, it was not unusual to hear some lament that because of the continuation of COVID-19, “nothing happened this year.” I am pleased to report that this was not the experience of the College of Pharmacy during 2021. Indeed, much happened as you will read about in the pages of this edition of The Bulletin, and I am so proud of our faculty, staff, and student pharmacists.
Our Chapter of the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists received the Operation Immunization Region 7 Award, which includes the colleges and schools of pharmacy in the Northwest.
Another notable highlight from our student pharmacists is an informative article published in the Idaho Statesman in December by Marissa Shirley, Class of 2024 about the usefulness of Naloxone. She clearly has a vast understanding of the product and its life saving effects, and recommends everyone in Idaho keep it on hand.
And, speaking of life saving, student pharmacist Sasha Heyneman, Class of 2022, did just that after recognizing a woman suffering from an opioid overdose in Pocatello. The full story can be found later in The Bulletin.
Our student pharmacists, faculty, and staff continued to be resolute in adapting to distance-based learning and adjusting to unparalleled challenges throughout the academic year. Because of their efforts, the Class of 2021 was able to graduate on time. For that we are truly proud.
A highlight of 2021 was our two-day Centennial Celebration of the College’s founding in 1920. Originally scheduled for September 2020, due to COVID-19 the Celebration had to be postponed until September 2021. Read more about it in the center section of The Bulletin.
The College is currently completing strategic and other planning initiatives to be implemented in 2022 to set the course for future success. The first phase of creating a strategic plan has been completed with the identification of our mission, vision, values, and five strategic objectives. The next phase is identification of action plans to achieve these objectives. The final strategic plan will be submitted to external stakeholders for feedback with the plan being to release the final strategic plan in summer 2022. In parallel to the College’s work, the Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Sciences completed departmental strategic plans to support the College’s plan.
Critical space needs for the College were addressed in 2021 through securing funding to build out a shell space on the second floor of the Meridian campus. This construction will add needed faculty, staff, and graduate student space, and possibly, laboratory space expansion. In Pocatello, a proposal for funding renovation of the laboratory space on the second floor of Leonard Hall was finalized and will be submitted in early 2022.
Toward the end of the year the transfer of ownership of Bengal Pharmacy from the ISU Foundation to the College of Pharmacy was completed. To support the College’s operation of Bengal Pharmacy, and to meet other College needs, Dr. Tom Wadsworth was reassigned from our Anchorage campus to Pocatello to serve as the Executive Associate Dean of the College. An important expansion of Bengal Pharmacy has been implemented with the opening of a Bengal Pharmacy vaccination site at our Meridian campus. Also the College opened an integrated mental health clinic on our Meridian campus to align with the training needs of the Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program.
In 2021, the College of Pharmacy appointed an Alumni Advocacy Board. The purpose of the Board is to support efforts to grow scholarships and build connection between the alumni, the College and its student pharmacists. Examples of platforms being built to connect with alumni are focus group meetings with the Dean, referrals of applicants, career mentoring for student pharmacists, and classroom teaching. The Board met three times in 2021 to advance the plans for achieving this connection.
Each of our departments celebrated much success in 2021, including expanded degree offerings, research activity and multiple grant awards. Read more about them in the pages to follow, and reach out to me with any questions or comments. Best wishes for a successful 2022.
Walter L. Fitzgerald, Jr. BPharm, MS, JD Dean and Professor
Graduation 2021
Students graduating in the Class of 2021 faced much of the same challenges as the Class of 2020, but with some especially unique trials. Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, no formal graduation banquet was held. Graduates, most of whom were already “Zoomed out” by the time graduation day arrived, were honored in yet another virtual celebration. An in-person photo shoot, a decades long tradition for College of Pharmacy graduates, was out of the question. As you can see in their photos,
though, they each took time to stage a commencement photo shoot and submit their best shot. This is representative of their resilience throughout their journey to commencement, and a testament of the resolve they undoubtedly will display in their pharmacy career as well. If you see them out in a pharmacy, hospital or in your community, take time again to say Congratulations to the Class of 2021!
Ann Clappier
Chris Hegman
Julie Garcia
Tyson Huskinson
Erika De la Cruz
Aaron Henrie
Lily Genta
Kelsey Kobzi
Whitney Andersen
Dustin Hannawalt
Yazmin Frodin
Kyle Hirschfield
Brandon Guthrie
Rayna Flynn
Kelby Hillam
Dallin Farnes
Rachel Higbee
Sydney Gomez
Zayne Lanier
Brian Byrd
James Harrington
Mandy Fry
Teresa Hughes
Pocatello
Sarah Wegemer
Adan Ortiz Neil Parkinson
Taurean Stewart
Caleb Lunt
Heather Spears
Aaron Lewis Nathan Santos
Richard Strachan
Trevor Meldrum
Sergey Arsenyuk
Kate Fox
Amy Hammond
Zach Blanchard
Matt Fuit
Elizabeth Hodges
Omar Aljuboori
Tayler Daniels
Katie Gonzalez
Jazmin Agee
Svetlana Chornyi
Jesus Gonzalez
Brittany Burch
Kofi Ansah
Dustin Garcia
Reed Jeppe
Navid Amini
Joseph Davies
Melanie Hackett Meridian
Idaho State University College of Pharmacy
John Roberts
Yen Tran
Brittany Romans Branden Robinson
Vivian Trinh
Cassandra Sanborn
Nicole Orlovich
Jodine Steemers
April Wood
Maggie Baldock
Lauren Tah
Davis Nyariki
Seth Rourk
Kimberly Westrick
Collette Bailey
Aminda Skan
Michelle Bai
Hannah Roche
Kaitlin Walker
Leyla Sinyawski
Jose Parra
Alex Tolman
Daniel Enox Anchorage
April Mendoza Alakai Montalbo
Alexandria Landaverde
Zachary Kim Radhika Narsinghani
Edina Masic
2021 Outstanding Student Recipient – John Roberts
As a College of Pharmacy student in Meridian, John has a passion for the profession of pharmacy and is a proven leader. He supported and personally volunteered for numerous outreach events that provided health education and services to many in the community and brought multiple national awards to our APhA-ASP chapter. He wishes to express gratitude to his family (especially his wife Brittany) and his peers and professors in the College of Pharmacy by saying, “It would have not been possible without their help and support. I am sincerely humbled to receive this award as it is a token of teamwork that will be shared with everyone.” The faculty members
(he couldn’t choose just one) whom John has named Most Influential Professors during the entire PharmD academic experience are:
Dr. Jen Adams, Dr. Kevin Cleveland and Dr. Kathy Eroschenko. Of these professors, John said, “These three professors stand out as they pushed me hard to become a better pharmacist for the future. I worked with them a lot in my leadership roles and they gave me the support I needed during my entire time in pharmacy school.” Dr. Adams wrote, “I can honestly say that John is among the highest quality of student pharmacists that I have worked with.”
Graduation Awards
College of Pharmacy Outstanding Student Achievement Award
John Roberts
Dean’s Excellence Award
Sarah Wegemer
Mylan Excellence in Pharmacy Award
Matthew Fuit, Zachary Kim, Theresa Hughes
Wolters Kluwer Clinical Drug Information Award of Excellence in Clinical Communication
Radhika Narsinghani
Merck Manual Award for Academic Excellence
Leyla Sinyawski, John Roberts, Mandy Fry
Excellence in Advancing Interprofessional Education and Practice Award
Kate Fox
Excellence in Pharmacy Leadership and Advocacy Awards
Leyla Sinyawski, Kaitlin Walker, Elise Capson
Senior Seminar Awards
April Mendoza, Alex Landeverde, Tyson Huskinson, Jazmin Agee
Teacher of the Year Awards
Department of Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Sciences
Dr. Cathy Oliphant
Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Dr. Srinath Pashikanti
Most Influential Faculty Awards
Dr. Megan Penner, Dr. Jen Adams, Dr. Shanna O’Connor
Preceptor of the Year Award
Dr. Justin Messenger
2021 Professional Achievement Award - Amber Fisher
Congratulations to Dr. Amber Fisher (1995) on being awarded the 2021 Professional Achievement Award recipient for the College of Pharmacy.
Idaho State University’s annual Professional Achievement Awards recognize some of the most influential alumni for their valuable and distinguished contributions to Idaho State, their profession and their community.
Amber K. Fisher PharmD, BCACP is the Associate Chief of Staff for Education at the Boise VA Medical Center and the Project Manager for the Rural Interprofessional Faculty Development Initiative co-sponsored by the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations and Office of Rural Health. Her professional interests include health professions education, leadership development, interprofessional education and professional development.
Dr. Fisher has also served as a co-director of the Boise VA Center of Excellence in Primary Care Education from 2015-2018. She was a residency program director for the PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency Program from 2009-2019. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Idaho State University College of Pharmacy in 1995, completed one year of Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Residency and two years of fellowship in Drug Use Evaluation at the Idaho State University College of Pharmacy. She maintains affiliate faculty status with Idaho State University College of Pharmacy.
Dr. Fisher’s personal interests include frequent adventures in the outdoors mountain biking, backcountry skiing and backpacking. She is married to a fellow pharmacist and ISU alumnus, Dr. Paul Black and has 2 children (one of which is a recent ISU graduate) and two stepchildren.
Pharmacy Fusion Radio Show & Podcast
Pharmacy Fusion is a dynamic broadcast covering a broad array of topics related to the Idaho State University College of Pharmacy. Listen to KISU-FM on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. or on Spotify to hear how students, faculty, alumni and supporters are forging new pathways for advancing pharmacy practice laws in Idaho, engaging in cutting edge research on new and emerging drug treatments, innovative drug delivery methods, telepharmacy and psychopharmacology advancements, and more. Guests from a variety of backgrounds, including not just pharmacy but pharmaceutical sciences and clinical psychopharmacology will join host Walter Fitzgerald, dean for the College of Pharmacy for discussions spanning far beyond the pharmacy counter.
Idaho State University
Student Saves Woman from Opioid Overdose
Note: This story was written by John O’Connell and originally published in the Idaho State Journal.
Sasha Heyneman initially mistook the young woman who was lying in the lawn of an area rehabilitation center on a frigid Thursday night for a Halloween decoration that had fallen from a tree.
It was after 10 p.m. when Heyneman, 29, and her partner, Arthur, were driving to her parents’ home to pick up her dog, Washburn. On their return trip, as they passed the rehabilitation center at 5230 W. Moonlight Mine Road, Heyneman noticed the bare arm of the figure in the lawn.
The fourth-year Idaho State University pharmacy student then stopped and put her medical training to work, almost certainly saving the life of someone who was overdosing on opioids.
Heyneman asked Arthur to remain in the car with the window down, believing a man’s voice might frighten the woman. Though the temperature was about 35 degrees, the woman was dressed only in pants and a T-shirt. She was unresponsive and wasn’t shivering, which worried Heyneman.
“I was cold enough to be shivering and I had a jacket on,” Heyneman said. “She must have been so cold out there.”
Heyneman initially spoke softly to the young woman. Then she raised the volume to a shout, seeking to rouse the young woman’s attention. Still there was no response.
Heyneman ran to the door of the rehabilitation center, where she could hear the TV inside. A certified nursing assistant answered the door. The CNA and another member of the household came outside to investigate and confirmed the young woman was not a resident.
Some residents helped the woman walk inside. She was stumbling and her eyes were lulling.
“With my training I recognized it could be a possible opioid overdose,” Heyneman said.
She directed the residents to find their first-aid kit and bring her some Narcan — a medication used in treating opioid overdoses. When some of the residents were hesitant, Heyneman explained that administering Narcan would pose no additional risk if she were wrong about in her assessment of an opioid overdose.
The CNA administered the Narcan nasal spray. Heyneman said the CNA remained calm and was well prepared for the situation. Within about 30 seconds, the young woman was regaining coherence, answering some basic questions. The residents called 911.
Heyneman has been working as an intern at Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg. Earlier that day, Heyneman was called to make an emergency
infusion at the hospital. She was so nervous her hands were trembling. She felt calm and didn’t hesitate, however, throughout the entire ordeal with the young woman.
Officials with the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office have confirmed the investigation into the young woman’s situation is closed. Sheriff Tony Manu credited Heyneman with her composed thinking.
“I think it’s pretty heads up for her. Obviously she knew what to do,” Manu said.
The sheriff added that opioid overdoses are happening “more and more.”
Heyneman’s mother, Catherine Cashmore, is extremely proud of her daughter and considers it fortunate that she chose that moment to pick up Washburn.
“How many people would have stopped? She stopped and went out and checked,” Cashmore said. “There’s just not that many people who would do that.”
Raise the Roar for the College of Pharmacy
Bengal Giving Day is like no other ISU fundraiser! Bengal Giving Day is a 32-hour virtual fundraising drive to support ISU students, faculty, and campus programs. It’s designed to be fun and competitive as project teams reach out to build support for their favorite programs and compete for challenge dollars.
For just 1901 minutes between April 12 and 13, 2022, you have the chance to make a substantial impact in the lives of ISU students, from wherever you are in the world. The all virtual giving day aims to raise thousands of dollars for student scholarships, student outreach initiatives and the Dean’s Excellence Fund. By joining forces with the College of Pharmacy as a Bengal Giving Day ambassador, influencer or contributor, you can help support the success of Bengal Giving Day in a way that is most meaningful for you. As members of the Bengal Community, you see how education transforms lives every day. Bengal Giving Day is a great way to support students and programs that enrich our whole community. Together, WE will be the difference for our next generation of leaders.
The three funds we will focus on are:
ANNUAL WHITE COAT CEREMONY VIA DEAN’S EXCELLENCE FUND
Every August the College celebrates the incoming PharmD students with a White Coat Ceremony. An Alaska donor provides the white coats for all of our incoming students at our Anchorage campus. For our Idaho students, we are asking you to please donate for a white coat(s) at $100.00 each. You have the opportunity to provide as many white coats as you desire. Each white coat will have a pocket card indicating the respective donor. Your donation to the DEF can also provide scholarships, at an amount of your choice, for all of our incoming student pharmacists. We will verify if you want your donation to support white coats or scholarships after your donation is made. This is a wonderful opportunity to provide support to
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these students as they begin their journey towards a career in this noble and rewarding profession.
PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY STUDENT ALLIANCE (PPSA) FUND
The Mission of The Professional Pharmacy Student Alliance is to promote the health of our communities and the profession of pharmacy. Through our student outreach programs and the funds that we raise, we can offer patient-centered care, including vaccinations, to rural and underserved communities throughout the Treasure Valley, Pocatello, Anchorage and surrounding communities. These initiatives provide tremendous experience for our student pharmacists as they provide important health care services to the communities that we serve.
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The cost of enrollment in colleges of pharmacy throughout the country and region has increased substantially over recent years. The current annual tuition and fees for an Idaho resident in the ISU College of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is $20,000 per year or $80,000 over the four years of their education. Our objective is to obtain donor support in order to reduce the financial burden that our students incur while in this program. Unlike an endowment, all proceeds to this fund can be used to its entirety for immediate use.
All of these funds enhance the educational experience of our students while preparing them for a successful career in this noble profession. Visit isu.edu/bengalgivingday to become a Bengal Giving Day Ambassador, and watch for details on our social media pages and in the next edition of The Refill.
Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Update
The Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences continues to thrive. Over the past year, faculty in the department were awarded over $500,000 in new grant funds to support research within the College with current available funding of about one million dollars. This funding is particularly significant as it was obtained despite laboratory shutdowns in 2020 and supply line challenges that affected research throughout the country in 2021. The department continues to grow its graduate program as well, a necessary component of a growing research enterprise. Seven new students matriculated into the program this past fall, bringing the total number of students to 20. Two more students will be joining in the Spring semester 2022. Since our reestablishment of the Ph.D. and M.S. programs in 2018, this is the largest class we have admitted. This coming year is expected to be another hallmark for the growth of our graduate program as we begin to see increased graduations from this reenergized program.
We are beginning the process of expanding our faculty numbers over the next few years. In spring of 2022 we will complete the search for a Medicinal Chemist in Pocatello, with other positions expected over the following year. This will likely include a toxicologist to take the place of Dr. Jim Lai who retired in 2020, and who was awarded emeritus rank at ISU in 2021. Our principal infectious disease expert in Meridian, Dr. Amy Bryant, retired this past year. Dr. Bryant was a significant contributor to research in our department and has been highly successful at obtaining industry partnership grants to support her research. We were fortunate to be able to hire Dr. Sarah Hobdey this past fall, who has similar research interests to Dr. Bryant. Dr. Hobdey will have co-appointments at ISU and the Idaho Veterans Research and Education Foundation (IVRERF). We hope this relationship will help develop more opportu-
nities for collaboration with this important Idaho research foundation. Expansion of the graduate program, new faculty hires and increasing research funding would not have been possible without expansion of our research facilities. Key developments are departmental shared facilities in both Meridian and Pocatello. In Meridian, Dr. Danny Xu has been working to develop and expand our computational and zebrafish facilities. Zebrafish are a well-established model for drug discovery. In Meridian, zebrafish are currently being used by Dr. Xu to study the effects of drugs with toxicity to the inner ear (ototoxic drugs) and Dr. Gustavo Gonzalez-Cuevas, an affiliate of our department, is using them to study drugs affecting behavior.
In Pocatello, emphasis has been placed on expanding the pharmaceutical facility that we created a few years ago. New acquisitions in instrumentation have expanded our ability to look at single cell changes in protein expression as well as expansion of our 3D tissue printing capability. Both technologies have applications across disciplines. Dr. Jared Barrott is using these technologies to develop new understanding and expand therapeutic approaches to cancer treatment that are expected to significantly impact Idahoans in the next few years. Dr. Prabha Awale will be using single cell techniques in her ongoing autism research that is aimed at identifying early cellular changes that lead to autism. Dr. Ali Habashi, who directs the facility, is researching a new sustained drug release technology that he developed to treat systemic inflammation that is evident in diseases such as arthritis, neural degeneration and cancer. Dr. Pashikanti is developing new drugs for cancer treatment as well as new neurological agents to treat age related hearing loss. The department views these shared research facilities as crucial to the continued development of research but, equally important, they are critical for training students in modern pharmaceutical research.
This past fall, the department began work on a proposal for a potential new undergraduate program. This program is expected to be submitted in 2022 for consideration by the State Board of Education. The proposal will provide a unique undergraduate B.S. degree in Pharmaceutical and Cosmeceutical Sciences, training students for careers in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industries. The program is envisioned as highly experiential, providing students with access to instrumentation, industrial pharmacy equipment, and opportunities for internships in industrial and academic laboratories. Students would also receive entrepreneurial training that will help them lead economic development in the state.
This has been an exciting year for BPSCI with more growth and development anticipated in the coming years. The faculty in our department have worked exceedingly hard this past year to meet the challenges they face in research and teaching as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This has included research delays, continued hybrid classes, and higher teaching workloads. As Department Chair, I am proud of how the faculty have responded, not only meeting the challenges, but continuing to expand our department’s impact. I can only imagine how much we will achieve in a non-pandemic future.
Marvin Schulte, PhD, Department Chair and Professor
Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology Celebrates Success
The Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP) program celebrated a great number of historic wins in 2021.
First, the program was granted American Psychological Association (APA) designation. This makes ISU the fourth program in the country to achieve APA designation and is professional recognition that ISU’s education and training program meets the highest level of academic and training standards.
Second, the program is now approved to be delivered in a hy-flex model offering either in-person or distance learning options. The program is launching a fully online option beginning in the fall of 2022. This opens the door for practicing psychologists from across the United States to enroll.
Of note, two active duty United States Navy psychologists will begin as ISU MSCP students in the fall. The students are attending through the Navy Medical Service Crops DUINS program, which offers fellowships and masters/doctorate level degree programs to officers.
A new Integrated Mental Health Clinic at ISU-Meridian is now open. The clinic provides both in-person and telehealth evaluation and medication management for patients suffering from a variety of mental health conditions requiring psychiatric medication. Providing these much-needed services for Idaho residents also gives students in the MSCP program opportunities for enhanced learning experiences to prepare them for their field.
Supporters of the Integrated Mental Health Clinic include Optum Idaho, who contributed $100,000 to provide tuition support for up to five licensed Idaho Behavioral Health Plan (IBHP) psychologists. Optum also provided $50,000 in funding for a licensed physician who will provide supervision and support for IBHP enrollees while training in the MSCP program.
“This partnership between Optum Idaho and ISU is another great example of what can be achieved by working together to improve access to behavioral health care services across Idaho,” says Dennis Woody, PhD, Optum Sr. Clinical Psychologist.
And last but not least, the MSCP program celebrated its first two graduates in August 2021, Dr. Page Haviland and Dr. Autumn Keefer. Congratulations to these two graduates! Get to know them below.
Dr. Page Haviland
Dr. Page Haviland has over 27 years of inpatient, outpatient, academic, and corporate psychological experience. Dr. Haviland received her bachelor’s and first master’s degree from California State University at Fullerton in psychology. She received her second master’s degree and Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology, LA campus. She received her third masters at ISU in the MSCP program.
Dr. Haviland began her career as a Navy psychologist, completing her internship at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. She has since worked as a psychologist in the private sector. Dr. Haviland has treated hundreds of adults in both in-patient and out-patient settings with a broad range of mental health issues while serving in various Navy facilities. She was the department head of the psychology outpatient clinic in Patuxent River, Maryland. As clinical director of the Navy‘s largest inpatient alcohol rehabilitation center located in Jacksonville, Florida, she supervised the treatment of adult inpatients with drug and alcohol abuse and addiction issues as well as eating disorders.
Dr. Haviland advised leadership in various naval commands in the areas of aeromedical psychology and forensic psychology. She has taught Abnormal Psychology, Test and Measurements, and Learning and Cognition courses at Columbia College. She worked at the Amundsen-Scott Station in the South Pole, where she conducted individual and community assessments for “winter over” staff and collected data on seasonal affective disorder and the effects of sustained isolation for the University of San Diego and NASA respectively. She spent six years consulting with corporate executives in the United States and Germany in the areas of change management; merger and acquisition integration; high potential development; succession planning; and faltering executive interventions.
Dr. Haviland was president of the Idaho Psychological association and was part of the advocacy team that wrote the bill allowing psychologists with appropriate education to prescribe medication in the state of Idaho.
Dr. Haviland has one 18-year old daughter and two dogs, and she also loves to golf. She has been in private practice for 18 years and recently got hired by St. Alphonsus hospital to work as a prescribing psychologist in their comprehensive Pain and spine clinics in Nampa and Boise.
She says her favorite part of the MSCP program were the classes she took in anatomy & physiology with Noah Harper, and the pharmacology classes taught by Chris Owens, Mark Austin and Lucy Wilkening. “Those classes were amazingly interesting and I learned so much!”
Dr. Autumn Keefer
Dr. Autumn Keefer is a fellowship trained health psychologist with over 17 years of clinical experience. Dr. Keefer received her bachelor’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University in psychology. She received her master’s and doctoral degrees in marriage and family therapy and counseling psychology from Indiana State University, and completed an APA-accredited fellowship in clinical medical psychology from the Memphis VAMC. She completed her post-doctoral master’s degree at ISU in the MSCP program.
Dr. Keefer’s clinical practice has been divided between the public and private sectors and academia. She spent five years developing a health psychology program at regional hospital in Pennsylvania before moving into the public sector, developing a health promotion program for the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in Columbia, MO which won national recognition for its achievements.
The author and co-author of multiple publications, Dr. Keefer has taught as an adjunct instructor for several colleges and universities and conducted numerous employee-sponsored and invited speaking engagements and presentations at local and national organizations and conferences. Upon relocating to Idaho seven years ago, she spent three years serving as the mental health lead in a teleprimary care department within the Boise VAMC. This care model was awarded a national VA contract, and she subsequently traveled throughout the US training other VAMC staff in the care model while serving as part of the extended care team to the then US Secretary of Veterans’ Affairs. During this tenure, she also served as a faculty member in the Center of Excellence in Primary Care Education at the Boise VAMC, one of few VA hospitals nationally to hold such designation, providing interprofessional education to students and residents of various health professions while also providing interprofessional care to Veterans.
Most recently she has been responsible for establishing mental health services within an interdisciplinary primary care team setting for Crossover Health at the Micron headquarters in Boise, Idaho, providing clinical services including assessments and individual and couples counseling to this diverse population. She is a member of the Idaho Psychological Association and also holds an appointment on the Idaho Board of Psychologist Examiners as a board member.
Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Three students from the department competed in the Three Minute Thesis competition in November: Aryna Rangit and Farjana Afrin, PhD students in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Allison Loyola, a master’s student in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Students were given just three minutes to present years of research in a rapid-fire format and a single Power Point slide.
Congratulations to Allyson, who received the People’s Choice Award and to 3rd Place winner Aryna Rangit! Each received a $500 prize.
Alaska Update
Dr. Renee Robinson Named 2021 Distinguished Alaskan Pharmacist
Congratulations to Dr. Renee Robinson, associate professor at UAA/ISU. Dr. Robinson was selected by a peer committee as she exemplifies and exceeds the criteria required to receive the AKPhA Distinguished Alaskan Pharmacist award. A recognition event to honor Dr. Robinson was held in March, where her awarded presenter stated:
“The AKPhA Distinguished Alaskan Pharmacist award was created in 1989 by the Alaska Pharmacists Association to recognize an Alaskan pharmacist who has worked in Alaska for over 10 years and devoted much of their career working diligently to promote and support the profession of pharmacy and community in which they live. Furthermore, they have served as a role model for younger pharmacists to emulate through their sustained contributions to the profession over time.
Dr. Renee Robinson started practicing in Alaska in 2008 and her contributions to the state in the 10+ years she been in Alaska are almost too numerous to count. Briefly, she has spent nearly a decade advocating for the profession and the community through a successful career in many different positions. More recently, she has taken her years of experience in mentoring others and now formally educates and serves future pharmacists through the state’s Doctor of Pharmacy Program. This individual is always advocating and highlighted the work that pharmacists can do. She has more than 100 presentations at local, regional, and national venues and has approximately 75 peer-reviewed publications. She is an incredibly active member in state and national associations, serving in numerous leadership roles. Her service and commitment to her community is incredibly inspiring.
In conclusion, Dr. Robinson embodies all the qualities one looks for when evaluating individuals for this award.”
Student Pharmacists Immunize Over 1,000 in Two Weekends
The article below is an excerpt of a story written by Matt Jardin, University of Alaska Anchorage, reprinted here with permission from author
As another flu season began and the coronavirus pandemic continued, UAA/ISU Doctor of Pharmacy students took to the streets as part of the Alaska Assisted Living Home Immunization Program (AK ALH) to protect some of Anchorage’s most vulnerable people.
For the past four years, pharmacy students have devoted two Saturdays in October to visit assisted living homes across Anchorage and administer flu vaccines to seniors. In 2021, they were also able to bring vials of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to provide booster shots.
“Not only are students spearheading this effort, but we’re also creating a face for pharmacy and what our profession can do for our community,” said Liv Swonger, third-year pharmacy student and director of AK ALH. “The population we serve is high-risk for many reasons. Their outcomes aren’t always the greatest if they do get sick and they’re not vaccinated. Part of what we’re trying to do is vaccinate the residents, but also the staff as that extra protective layer.”
In addition to vaccinating those who might not have the means to travel to a pharmacy themselves, the immunization program has become a proven way for students to receive hands-on training as they provide necessary care to the people they hope to one day serve.
“We have three goals with this program,” said Duane Wood, second-year pharmacy student
Photo credit: Vicki Nechodomu, UAA College of Health
and AK ALH co-director specializing in inventory. “Our primary goal is to give back to our community and protect those at increased risk of disease or with limited access to health care. Our second goal is to produce high-quality health care providers. And our third goal is to educate the community and those at risk of health care issues or just confused about their health.”
Taking place Oct. 9 and 16, participation during the immunization program was at an all-time high. Over the two weekends, 64 students and volunteers traveled to 112 assisted living homes and administered 1,059 flu vaccines and COVID-19 boosters.
Reception from assisted living home patients and staff was overwhelmingly positive, all of whom appreciated the flexibility to ask questions and talk about concerns, which is something not always possible in a typical pharmacy — all of the benefits of going to a pharmacy without any of the limitations.
“We were actually able to take the time to talk with the individuals that we’re immunizing. That’s something that is not always an option in a retail pharmacy where it’s constantly go, go, go,” said Joseph Diaz, first-year pharmacy student and co-director of AK ALH. “Any vaccine hesitancy we were able to talk through. That really helped make a difference and we were able to immunize a portion of the population that otherwise would have held out much longer.”
Supervising the students in the field are registered nurses and pharmacists volunteering their time. Each one answered a call put out to local medical organizations, as well as to UAA’s own nursing, public health, public administration and WWAMI programs.
Dr. Megan Penner Receives Award
Congratulations to Dr. Megan Penner, clinical assistant professor at UAA/ISU. Mat-Su Regional Hospital’s Chief Quality Officer Jen Moore recognized an exceptional staff member who put Safety First. Dr. Megan Penner was awarded the 2021 Q3 HRO award for her consistent use of error prevention tools to keep patients and peers safe. Thank you, Dr. Penner, for working hard to provide exceptional S.A.F.E. care to every patient!
Student Affairs/ PPRA Update
The student pharmacists in all four class levels perhaps faced even more pandemic related challenges in 2021 than in the year prior. Nearly every aspect of the student experience, beginning with remote admissions interviews, classroom and lab time, along with efforts to provide outreach education and immunizations continued to be conducted using modified methods.
Despite the challenges, students at all three campus locations remained committed, shining with optimism and resilience. Their strength and dedication are inspiring.
Two drive through flu and COVID vaccine clinics were held with the support of the Idaho Immunization Coalition and Albertsons. Over 1,000 received were immunized in Meridian and Pocatello. “House call” visits were made by Anchorage students to provide over 1,000 vaccines to assisted living residents as well.
The Office of Student Affairs and the Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Sciences Department worked to connect students with faculty, peers, and resources in order to keep them engaged and prepared. A virtual P4 graduation awards ceremony was held for the second year in a row, celebrating the Class of 2021.
$500,000+
Dollar amount of Scholarship Awarded
Clinical Psychopharmacology Students
$10,000+ Dollar amount of Scholarship Awarded
Graduate Tuition Fees Awarded
$228,942
Graduate Assistantships Wages $134,211
Student Outreach and Achievement
2020-2021 Winner Operation Immunization Region 7 Award
Student Outreach
1,368 students planning and attending patient care events
4,415 influenza immunizations provided
10,000+ COVID-19 vaccines provided
2,940 people screened and educated for heart disease
2,104 people screened and educated for diabetes
4,558 people educated about over-thecounter medication safety
2,000 people educated about the dangers of misusing prescription drugs
12,775
Total Patients Served
161,680
Total Student Outreach Hours
Looking Back at a Century of Pharmacy Excellence
Herophilus, who was Alexander the Great’s physician and known as the Father of Anatomy, said in 300 BC: “When health is absent, wisdom cannot reveal itself. Art cannot manifest, strength cannot fight, wealth becomes useless and intelligence cannot be applied.”
This statement sums up why so many choose to go into the healing arts. Health is critical to happiness and helping others live life to the fullest provides a special professional fulfillment. To the 4500 graduates of the Idaho State University College of Pharmacy, who always put their patients and their patients’ health first, thank you.
As we look back on the last 101 years, the ISU College of Pharmacy has much to reflect on and celebrate. In 2020 the College celebrated the 100th year of teaching and training pharmacists, established by its first dean, Eugene Leonard in 1920. I am very proud of the College and am honored to have been a part of it for the last 28 years.
At the beginning of our journey we had just three students in the program. Today, over a century later, we celebrate three campus locations in two states, and an immense collection of our students’ national outreach and education awards. We also celebrate the diversity of our students who have enriched the educational experience and the profession for so many years.
Throughout the decades we have diligently moved our profession forward, while proving, time after time, to be well ahead of other pharmacy schools in the nation in terms of curriculum, advocacy, and the advancement of practice. I can remember, back in the late 1990s when a group of us - faculty and community practitioners - decided to move forward and advocate for changes to our pharmacy practice act that would allow collaborative practice with physicians and other providers. We stood before legislators who didn’t understand the expertise that a pharmacist brings to patient care. I remember being chas-
tised by a legislator who said he “didn’t need more information about how to use his medications.” We kept pushing. I will tell you that being called into the ISU president’s office for a tongue lashing about meddling in medical politics was not very fun for an untenured, third-year faculty member.
Today, with many revisions since the 1990s, Idaho has the most progressive pharmacy practice laws in the nation. Many individuals deserve credit for moving the profession forward...Mick Markuson, Mark Johnston, Alex Adams, and Nicki Chopski - all Executive Directors of the Board of Pharmacy over the past 30 years - Board of Pharmacy members, innovative practitioners, and leaders from this College.
But today, with ever changing drug therapy, the societal need for pharmacists looking over regimens and consulting on complex pharmacotherapy is not only critical to a safe medication delivery system, it is widely viewed as an essential “value add” for payers and health systems. Safe, cost-effective, appropriate drug therapy are not just buzzwords. They define our role as pharmacists.
In 2009, we saw the addition of the ISU-Meridian site, the only pharmacy program offered in the entire state of Idaho was now being offered in Meridian and Pocatello by ISU. At that time, Dean Joe Steiner played a pivotal role in growing not only pharmacy education in the Treasure Valley, but laid the groundwork for the outstanding interdisciplinary health science center that we have today. The ALSAM Foundation provided millions of dollars to enhance the College and our other health professions education in Meridian. We are very grateful for their investment in ISU, our students, faculty and staff. Ultimately, it is the citizenry of Idaho and other states - the patients and clients that our healthcare providers serve - that benefit from the generosity of our benefactors. Thank you all.
A few years later, we were ready to expand again, and in 2011 plans were set forth to form a partnership with University of Alaska Anchorage in order to bring the Doctor of Pharmacy program to Alaska. I was so proud to be there as the governor of Alaska christened the program. Today 15 graduates have completed their education and training at UAA, providing a much needed boost to the workforce on the Last Frontier.
My favorite memories during my time at ISU are working with colleagues, students and pharmacy residents on projects. Evaluating medication use, presenting our research to others, providing students and residents with exciting opportunities to demonstrate what they have learned and the impacts that they can have with the science of pharmacy.
I want to recognize one of my great colleagues that I’ve had the pleasure of working with on many important, meaningful projects - Bengal Pharmacy, Alaska expansion, state-wide drug utilization for Medicaid, and many others. That person is Paul Cady. He has been an integral and passionate part of the College for over 30 years and I’m proud to call him my friend. I
still remember being in Pocatello for my interview - a cold morning in 1993. Paul picked me up at the Econolodge across the street (I think it was a white Ford Escort) and on the dash was a bowl of peanut brittle. I ate most of that bowl as he provided a tour of campus. I also remember that he provided a lot of his family’s reproductive history and genealogy … sorry, Merriann! It was so great to work with Paul - he’s supportive and yet he will challenge how you think. He’s funny and so incredibly dedicated to the ISU College of Pharmacy. Paul retired this past year and because of COVID, we didn’t really get a chance to honor Paul’s contributions to ISU. Paul, thank you. Since 1990, you have bled orange and black…. and pharmacy green! Your signature ISU COP monogrammed shirts opened so many doors for you to start up a conversation and project our image and brand across the state and beyond. The impact that you have made on our students and our profession is incredible.
The College, and our students have continually shown the fortitude and capabilities necessary to not only complete their pharmacy education, but to go into the world and make substantial impacts in the lives of patients. Thinking about our alumni, and the incredible impacts that they have made on our profession and on health brings great joy. Your contributions back to the College - how you’ve paid it forward - are so incredibly valuable for our students and our facilities. Thank you to all of you who have given so much. There’s so much more we will accomplish in the next 101 years and I challenge you all to continue to push yourselves to ensure that the health of our communities is better because of your important roles.
Vice President for Health Sciences and Senior Vice Provost
Alumni Relations and Development
As we enter a new year I would like to reflect on the accomplishments that took place during the 2021 year. In May, we held our second consecutive virtual graduation with our pharmacy graduates. It was, once again, a grand success as we also honored Dr. Amber Fisher as our 2021 Professional Achievement Award recipient. In August we were able to hold our White Coat Ceremony in person as we welcomed 59 incoming P1 students as they begin their journey towards their PharmD degrees.
On September 10 & 11 we held our 100th + 1 Anniversary which was a grand success. Over 200 guests attended as we celebrated this incredible milestone. We also dedicated our Centennial Patio which recognizes all donors who supported our $15 million Centennial Campaign at an accumulative donation of $5,000 or higher since
the campaign began in January of 2014. There are still opportunities to be recognized on the Centennial Patio if any of you are interested. During the dedication, we also celebrated that the College surpassed its campaign goal by generating a grand total of $15.3 million.
Leading up to the celebration, we asked friends and alumni to provide memories and memorabilia in our time capsules which were buried adjacent to the patio and will be unveiled during our 150th anniversary in 2070.
In this edition of our Bulletin we also include our Donor Honor Roll which lists those donors who supported the College of Pharmacy in 2021 at a level of $100 or higher. We also have included some wonderful stories about the successes of our alumni, students and faculty. As we do every issue, it is our honor to pay tribute to the alumni we lost during the past year. We welcome you to enjoy this edition of our bulletin.
If I can be of any assistance as it relates to your interest in providing financial support to the College or anything please feel free to contact me at yankphil@isu.edu or (208) 339-4770.
Kindest Regards,
Phil Yankovich Director of Development and Alumni Relations
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Do you know someone who is ready to put on their white coat? If you have techs or others in your circle that may be interested in becoming a pharmacist, send them our way, we’d love to meet them! We know the experiences they have working alongside you and interacting with you in your locations are impactful and we appreciate you showing them how exciting, varied and meaningful a pharmacy career can be. Are you also sharing the varied campus experiences that are available between Pocatello, Meridian and Anchorage? Students can truly choose a campus location that is just right for their individual lifestyle. Our Student Affairs and Admissions team appreciates your referrals!
The Centennial Patio and Time Capsule
The Centennial Patio is now a permanent fixture of Idaho State University’s historic Quad as well a lasting monument to the College of Pharmacy and its alumni. This area provides a beautiful and relaxing getaway for students, faculty and the community. The natural stones that make up the patio were chosen to blend in with Idaho’s natural landscape. The Centennial Patio recognizes those donors who supported our Centennial Campaign at a level of $5,000 or higher leading up to our Centennial Celebration in 2021. Your generous donations are recognized as a permanent part of the patio for generations to come. The name of the donor, donor’s business or a loved one are prominently engraved in a stone corresponding to the size of the gift.
The Centennial Patio also serves as home to our Centennial Time Capsule. Stories, artifacts and memorabilia were buried in two capsules on November 15, 2021 and will be unearthed in 2070 for the College of Pharmacy’s 150th anniversary.
Two time capsules containing College books, photos, videos and other historical artifacts were buried at the Centennial Patio site to be opened in 50 years.
Centennial Campaign Surpasses Goal and Dedicates Centennial Patio
$2 Million+
L.S. Skaggs
$1 Million+
Dr. David 1970 and Jane Chu
Gordon 1943 and Wendy Klodt
Wilma Jean (billie jo) Petterson 1973
$500,000+
Dr. Ara 1950 and Shirley Paul
Mike 1970 and Robyn Prime
$250,000+
Class of 1970
College of Pharmacy Deans
Advisory Council
$100,000+
Paula Blair 1972
Dr. Paul and Merriann Cady
Cardinal Health
Chu Family Foundation
Class of 1974
Dale 1974 and Linda Derbidge
Doug 1954 and Ginny Nau
Optum Idaho
Jack L. Walker 1955
Carol and Tim 1967 Westby
Peter 1975 and Mee Woo
$50,000+
Albertsons’ Companies
Michael 1975 and Corrine ArakiKawaguchi
Dale, 1959 and Carol Baker
Bi-Mart Corporation
Class of 1968
Class of 1973
Class of 1975
Class of 2003
Class of 2009
College of Pharmacy Faculty & Staff
Phil Ferreira 1974
Denice Fujimoto 1983
Dr. Josh Gehrke 2009 and Sandee Moore-Gehrke
The Klouda Foundation
Dr. Robert 1970 and Diana Salzman
Stanley Reinhaus Foundation
Gary 1968 and Jan Thomas
Larry 1984 and Deb 1984 Updyke
Walgreens Company
Dr. Dennis 1943 and Lorraine Wight
$25,000+
Jim 1973 and Beth Alexander
Drs. Anna 2003 and Gabe Bartoo 2003
Dr. Charles Berry 1954
Dr. John Chelenes 1996
Class of 1951
Class of 1954
Class of 1965
Class of 1966
Class of 1969
Class of 1972
Class of 1977
Class of 1978
Class of 1983
Class of 1984
Joe Della Zoppa 1965
Ernie Dokimos and Family 1959, 1983, 1988, 2015
Dick 1959 and Sandy Driskell
Barry 1973 and Jan Feely
The Fuchs Family of Pharmacists
Renaldo 1978 and Barbara Ganir
Shawna 1987 and Greg Kittridge
Felix A. Nordyke 1951
Dr. Kyle 2003 and Janice Peters
Rite Aid Corporation
Tori and Lorri Shaver
Dr. Archie Shum
Teresa Tam, 1970
Ann and Moon 1954 Wheeler
During our Centennial Celebration we also celebrated the success of our $15 million Capital Campaign. The College generated $15.3 million dollars during the campaign for its many important initiatives. The breakdown of these donations is listed here.
Campaign Revenue Breakdown
Scholarships
Pharmacy practice & research
Faculty development
Student-related services & programs
Cash and pledge total
Deferred/planned gifts
$5,560,000
$1,080,000
$800,000
$605,000
$375,000
$8,420,000
$6,880,000
GRAND TOTAL $15,300,000
$10,000+
Albert 1950 and Louana Bouvier
Brothers and Alumni of the Alpha Zeta Chapter of Phi Delta Chi
Susan 1966 and Claude Connelly
Bill 1961 and Rosie DeLacy
Dave Della Zoppa, 1969
Annick and Ryan Dixon
William 1957 and Karin Eames
Kathryn 1970 and John Fader
Brent 1968 and Nancy Fricke
Dan 1985 and Barbara 1985 Fuchs
Ken Fuchs 1993
Doug 1997 and Brenda Fuchs
Colonel Garth Holmes 1960
Hunter Family 1969, 1998, 2015, 2020
Idaho State Pharmacy Association
Donald Leonard 1974
Kay, 1966 and Jerry Walters
Kim-Wah Wan 1977
Bill Wolfe 1968
During the Celebration, we also recognized all donors who supported our campaign since its inception in 2014. The following donors are recognized on the Centennial Patio outside of Leonard Hall at these monetary levels of $5,000, $10,000, $25,000, $50,000, $100,000, $250,000, $500,000 and $1 million level and above. We also recognized the following classes at the $25,000 level or higher which include the classes of 1951, 1954, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969, 1970,1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1977, 1978, 1983, 1984, 2003, 2009.
There are still opportunities to be recognized on the patio if you so desire. For more information on how you can support the College and be recognized on the Centennial Patio please contact Phil Yankovich at yankphil@isu.edu or (208) 339-4770.
Phil Yankovich and Dr. Mary Nies
Debbie Yee-Chow 1991
$5,000+
Dr. Jennifer 2004 and Alex Adams
Joseph B. Atuah 2009
Drs. Leo 1995 and Janet 1995 Basch
David 1962 and Sharon Bendahan
Dr. Ryan 2005 and Rebecca Bitton
Dr. H. Eric 1993 and Kristine D. Cannon
David, 1969 and Joanne Chan
Debra A. Proksch 1997
Dr. Robin 1981 and Pam Dodson
Alice and Wendell 1956 Dunn
Dr. Michael 2006 and Tiffany Eaton
Bob 1972 and Tina Fischer
Walter Fitzgerald, Jr.
Dr. Rex and Kristine Force
Sid 1963 and Catherine Fry
Verlin, 1967 and Ella Gingerich
Nick Gridley 1980
Paul and Deoine Gunderson
Dale, 1969 and Gloria Hand
The Honorable Judge Sam 1976 and Kari Hoagland
Steve Hoyt 1983
Bi 1996 and Bing-Bing 1997 Huang
Les 1970 and Doreen Jang
Dr. Byron 2004 and Kjersta Jones
Wayne 1975 and Marina Kan
Nancy Kobe 1959
Arlo 1964 and Jackie Luke
Margaret Mortensen 1938
Ed Maurino 1979
Errol 1965 and Connie Maus
Brian McKillip 1979
Dr. Gary G. 1968 and Kathleen S. Meadows
Gary 1977 and Diane Mondell
Drs. Stephen 2001 and Andrea Moss
Loan T. Nguyen, 1996
Michael A. Nwankwo, 1989
Dr. Christopher, 2002 and Jessica Owens
Chittui Patel 1985
Pamela 1993 and Quam Pham
In Memory of Finnian Powell
Kent 1983 and Cindy Quickstad
Dr. Ann Ratka 2000
CAPT Rob 1982 and Debra Rist
Jack Rupp 1969
Daniel and Lori Seargeant
Robert and Stephanie Siemer
Kevin 1988 and Pamela Sims
Kathie Smith 1979 and Don Smith
Ed 1976 and Marguerite Snell
Dr. Joseph and Susan Steiner
Jeron 2002 and Heather Stokes
Tim Stratton 1980 and Suzanne Wasilczuk
Dr. Tom 2002 and Heidi Wadsworth
Joanne Westberg 1972
Natalie 2003 and Travis Williams
Adrian Wong 1975
College of Pharmacy Honor Roll
A heartfelt thank you for all of those individuals who donated $100 or more to the ISU College of Pharmacy during 2021.
$100,000 -$249,999
Douglas E. Nau
Wilma Jean (billie jo) Petterson
United Behavioral Health
$50,000$99,999
Joy B. Plein
$25,000$49,999
Teresa W. Tam
$10,000$24,999
John J. Chelenes
Dale & Linda Derbidge
Rey and Barbara Ganir
Diana L. Salzman
Archie C. Shum
Peter & Mee Woo
$5,000-$9,999
Albertson’s/Safeway
Paula J. Blair
Bill & Rose DeLacy
Joshua & Sandee Gehrke
Nancy C. Kobe
Robert & Stephanie Siemer
Stanley Reinhaus Family Foundation
Joseph & Susan Steiner
Gary & JanThomas
Kay & Jerry Walters
Kim-Wah Wan
Bill Wolfe
$2,500-$4,999
American Online Giving Foundation, The Paul & Merriann Cady
David & Kelly Dokimos
Luke Enterprises
Walter L. Fitzgerald
Gary & Diane Mondell
Michael A. Nwankwo
Kyle & Janice Peters
Shaver Pharmacy & Compounding Center
Larry and Deb Updyke
$1,000-$2,499
Anna & Gabe Bartoo
Charlie & Christy Clark
Susan & Claude Connelly
CVS Health Foundation
Dick and Sandy Driskell
Alice H. Dunn
Kathryn K. Fader
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Rex W. Force
Brent & Nancy Fricke
Catherine “Cat” Fry
Givinga Foundation Inc.
The Honorable Samuel & Karen Hoagland
Bi & Bing-Bing Huang
Idaho State Pharmacy
Association Inc
IMB Enterprises
Les & Doreen Jang
Donald J. Leonard
Stephen & Andrea Moss
National Covenant Properties
Chhitubhai N. Patel
Ara & Shirley Paul
Brecon & Tara Powell
Kent & Cindy Quickstad
Mike & Robyn Prime
Rob & Debra Rist
Lori & Daniel Seargeant
Timothy Stratton & Suzanne Wasilczuk
Jack L. Walker
Joanne Westberg
Carol E. Westby
Deborah A. Yee-Chow
$500-$999
Michael A. Biddle
Julia S. Boyle
Bob & Tina Fischer
Schwab Charitable Fund
Shawn M. Furniss
Matt & Kristin Helmboldt
Stella Liem & David Cheng
Jeffrey & Terry Luke
Ed Maurino
Errol & Connie Maus
$250-$499
Joseph B. Atuah
Roger & Patricia Bovey
Connie & John Christofferson
George & Alta Crawford
Dave Della Zoppa
John & Lynne Dixon
Roger Hefflinger
Col. Garth H. Holmes
Jon & Melissa Juergensen
Tom Jurewitz
Helen E. Lloyd
Edith & LeRoy Miller
Lisa & Curtis Miller
Molih O. Orock
Crystal & Rolando Rodriguez
Michael E. Shaw
Malcolm & Kathleen Weiss
Theodore W. Young
$100-$249
Shirley & Pat Ackerman
Linda & Michael Alexander
David & Dawn Anderson
Marilyn & George Arrossa
Molly & Max Barry
Anna & Gabe Bartoo
Duncan & Sherry Bell
Gayla T. Bollinger
Stacey K. Boudreaux
Firth & Elizabeth Bowden
Jim & Mary Fran Brown
Ryan & Shawnee Burt
Eric & Kristine Cannon
David & Jane Chu
Kevin & Francoise Cleveland
Leanne Givens-Colwell
Julie L. Cristobal
Nancy M. Davison
Marilyn R. Dixon
Bill Eames
Peggy Jo & Bill Eaton
David & Kathy England
David & Dora Faux
Barry & Jan Feely
Philip A. Ferreira
Lavalle & James Frisk
Dan & Barbara Fuchs
Michael Miller & Kenny Gee
Thomas W. Gillespie
John A. Grillos
Ben Guymon
Hinh D. Ha
Tom & Katie Hamilton
Colleen E. Muelchi
Christopher & Jessica Owens
Dennis R. Smith
Adrian M. Wong
Mary Lou Fuchs
Renata & Marco Galvez
Dale & Gloria Hand
John & Dee Hill
Medical Clinic Pharmacy Inc.
Gary & Sharon Isom
Kristina & James Jonas
Glenda M. Jorgensen
Ned & Mary Kikuchi
Ann G. Kinsey
Jacob Fuchs & Kelly Krawtz
Gordon & Lun Lee
Raymond & Karen Lee
Rebecca & James Littlewood
Pelopon, LLC
Teton Behavioral Health LLC
Kay Luhr
Carla G. Rowe-Malcolm
Rosalie & George McIlroy
Dennis & Heidi McKinley
Gary & Kathleen Meadows
Dirk & Jan Minatre
Angelina Do Nguyen
Bari T. Olson
Roger & Linda Oswald
Richard J. Powers
Glenn & Debra Rech
Kenneth & Billie Robbins
Doreen K. Schneider
Sandra M. Schroeder
Joe & Patricia Seamons
Shirley A. Slade
Ed & Marguerite Snell
Joni & Daniel Stahura
Dennis & Leslee Stoddard
Blackbaud Giving Fund, The Barbara & James Thiel
Mitchell V. Truong
Rodney & Jane Tucker
Leonard & Victoria Valente
Malcolm A. Weiss
Joanne Westberg
Ann F. Wheeler
Clifford & Bernice Wong
Valerie J. Wright
Michael A. Zarcone
In Memoriam
We would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to those alumni we have lost in the past year of 2021. This is always a difficult time for me as I have built many personal relationships with those who we pay homage to in this edition of our bulletin. The College of Pharmacy Alumni Memorial Endowment Fund was originally created in the fall of 2012 to pay tribute to those alumni and friends that we have lost. We have also found, over the years, that his fund also provides an opportunity to honor those alumni who have had a special impact on fellow alumni over the years. I would like to take this opportunity to honor those alumni who had a major impact on the life and career of Gary Thomas (1968). Gary grew up in the Sacramento area of California and several fellow alumni mentored him prior to enrolling in the ISU College of Pharmacy as well as throughout his career. These individuals include Dale Barker (1959), Nick Econome (1960) and Bob
Russell Albright
Class of 1959
Sacramento, CA
January 15, 2021, Age 86
Stephen Paulick
Class of 1982
River Falls, WI January 23, 2021, Age 71
Theodore Fricke
Class of 1965 Eagle, ID February 18, 2021, Age 79
Joy Plein
Class of 1947 Seattle, WA February 19, 2021, Age 96
Roina (1963). All of these pharmacists served their respective communities with dedication & devotion to providing quality care and exemplified the kind of pharmacist that Gary wanted to be. They were tremendous role models for him for his entire career. Unfortunately, one of his mentors, Mike Vlamis (1959) passed away in December and is acknowledged in this memoriam.
To pay tribute to the memories of the alumni we recognize in this edition of the Bulletin - as well as other alumni and family members we have lost - you can provide financial support to the College of Pharmacy Alumni Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund. This scholarship is awarded to students based on financial need, academic excellence, and service by providing community outreach health services to underserved populations.
You can make a donation in their name to the ISU Foundation. If you wish, you can make a donation online at my.isu.edu/ give. Scroll down, under ‘Gift Amount’ enter the amount of your gift, then scroll to ‘Other’ and type in Pharmacy 900-31. You will then follow the prompts to make your gift. You can also mail your gift to ISU Foundation-Gift Processing 921 S. 8th Street, Stop 8050 Pocatello, ID 83209-8050. If you have any questions, please contact Phil Yankovich at (208) 339- 4770 or yankphil@isu.edu.
William Lewis
Class of 1992
Sierra Vista, AZ March 18, 2021, Age 72
Albert Bouvier
Class of 1950 Price, UT April 25, 2021, Age 95
Wayne Heim
Class of 1977
Sparks, NV May 1, 2021, Age 75
Hugh Fowler
Class of 1948
Salt Lake City, UT November 7, 2021, Age 93
Henry Ho
Class of 1952
Pleasanton, CA February 8, 2021, Age 74
Michael Vlamis
Class of 1959
El Dorado Hills, CA
December 9, 2021, Age 92
Milo Draper
Class of 1959
Yerington, NV May 13, 2021, Age 84
Joseph Carlson
Class of 1961
Pleasant Grove, UT May 29, 2021, Age 84
David Frounfelter
Class of 1969
San Diego, CA June 14, 2021, Age75
Ronnie Widdison
Class of 2008
Ogden, UT July 21, 2021, Age 44
Michael Stone
Class of 1984
Alpine, WY September 7, 2021, Age 65
Kaye Harrison
Class of 1989 Parma, ID September 21, 2021, Age 59
Randy Ewing
Class of 1982 Aurora, CO September 29, 2021, Age 69
Logan Mattson
Class of 1950
Ogden, UT October 30, 2021, Age 97
Russell Albright 1935-2021
Born in Illinois, the third of four boys, Russ moved to Sacramento with his family at age 14. As a teen, he worked in Sutter Hospital’s pharmacy and met Dixie on a blind date before marrying her in 1957. Russ graduated from McClatchy High, Sacramento City College (joining Kappa Alpha Pi) and Idaho State University’s School of Pharmacy where he was a Phi Delta Chi. In Sacramento he worked at Eale’s, Womble’s and River Park Pharmacies. In 1974, he became the first pharmacist at Sacramento State’s Student Health Center, where he spent most of his career. Russ was quick-witted and enjoyed joking with student customers. Russ loved cards and
board games with his kids. He began running in the 80s and enjoyed competing for decades, including completing one the first California International Marathons as well many other races in northern California. Russ enjoyed daily crosswords, spy novels, vanilla ice cream, chess, 49er games, classical music, cycling and walking the trails in Effie Yeaw Nature Preserve. In retirement, Russ joined the Renaissance Society, especially enjoying the Bridge and Writing seminars. Many of his short stories and poems were published.
Stephen Paulick 1950-2021
Stephen R. Paulick, age 70, River Falls, Wisconsin went home to the Father follow-
ing a lengthy illness Saturday evening, January 23, 2021. Stephen was born in September, 1950 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to Ralph and Kathryn “Dolly” (Zellner) Paulick. Stephen was the eldest of six children. After spending his earliest years in Green Bay, his parents moved to Fond du Lac. He graduated high school from St. Mary’s Springs Academy. After high school he attended the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh, where he graduated with a degree in Secondary Education. Upon his graduation, he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army. He also attended Idaho State University – Pocatello, Idaho where he graduated with a degree in Pharmacy.
He married Barbara J. LaPine in May, 1979 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fond du Lac. They later moved the family to River Falls, Wisconsin. Stephen spent most of his working career as an employee of the Federal Government working primarily as a Budget Analyst for the 88th Regional Support Command. He retired from the active Army with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel but he continued on as a civilian employee of the Army Reserve for
a total of 36 years of service.
Theodore Fricke 1942-2021
Theodore A. Fricke DDS was born in Rupert, Idaho February 15, 1942. His parents were Albert Fricke, from Mackay Idaho, and Georgetta Miller from Nampa. He and his sister Anne were a handful, but their childhood was wonderful.
Ted graduated from Pocatello High school in 1960. He loved school and learning, was an Eagle Scout, and was active in many organizations. He had many jobs and professions and worked continuously until he was 67.
He worked his way through Pharmacy School, graduating in 1965. Then he went to
Dental School in Kansas City, working as a Pharmacist, graduating in 1969.
He was selected for General Practice Residency by the Air Force at Travis AFB, and then stationed at Anderson AFB, on Guam for 2 years, during the Vietnam Nam War.
Ted returned to Idaho and went into practice in Weiser and Cambridge. He loved Cambridge, but got an opportunity to buy a practice in Boise in 1974.
He practiced in Boise for 34 years, his success largely due to his great staff, some of who were with him for 20 or 30 years. His patients were or became friends. After selling his practice he practiced for several years in Payette.
Ted was very proud of his Masonic work. He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Order. It started as Master Councilor of Pocatello Chapter Order of DeMolay, then Mt. Kinport Masonic Lodge in Pocatello. In 1985 Ted joined El Korah Shrine in Boise, and was Potentate in 1997. He was the villain in their Melodrama several years and loved doing the part. He was a member of Scottish Rite of Freemasonry; he was very active in York Rite, serving as
Commander of Idaho Commandery #1 of Knights Templar, and Grand Commander of Idaho. He was Grand Illustrious Master of Cryptic Masons of Idaho, also a member of HRAKTP. He was a past director of the Royal Order of Jesters where he made eccentric friends all over the country.
He married Linda Stevens in 1964, they were later divorced. In 1974 he married Marci Mosman. She had a 3 year old daughter, Dianna, which he raised and loved as his own. They built a home on McCall golf course in 1997 and spent many wonderful days there. When he had a stroke, he could no longer play golf and missed his golfing buddies immensely. He spent many days bird hunting with his dogs and friends.
Ted will be remembered for many reasons but here are a few nuggets from family and friends:
• His contagious smile and unmistakable laugh
• His knack for storytelling
• His gentle and giving heart
• His inappropriate sense of humor
Joy Plein 1925-2021
Dr. Joy B. Plein, well-loved friend and innovator in geriatric clinical pharmacy, died peacefully on February 19, 2021. She was born Ellen Joy Bickmore, November 10, 1925 in Logan, Utah, daughter of Claire Barber Bickmore and Harvard Tarry Bickmore, elder sister of John, Katharine, and Marie. She grew up in Preston, Idaho. Joy especially loved extended family time in a rustic cabin in Logan Canyon: food was ‘refrigerated’ in the river, water collected from a ‘secret’ spring, wood chopped for fuel, lanterns and candle light. Joy’s father, a skilled gardener and cabinet-maker who worked at Utah Power and Light, and her mother, an incredible cook, seamstress,
reader, and card-player, both loved to laugh, sing and tell stories. After Joy’s father died young, Claire managed through ingenuity and grit to support her family.
Joy began in pharmacy during high school: working at a drugstore and soda fountain, sometimes helping to compound drugs.
Joy earned her B.Sc in Pharmacy at what is now Idaho State University (1947). Following practice in Salt Lake City, Joy completed her M.Sc (1951) and Ph.D (1956) in Pharmacy at the University of Washington in Seattle. In 1952 she married professor Dr. Elmer M. Plein, who also remained Joy’s scholarly collaborator: together, they developed UW’s Clinical Pharmacy program. Joy taught pharmacotherapeutics for nursing at Seattle Pacific College, then joined the faculty at UW School of Pharmacy. Among the School’s first female faculty members, Joy supported generations of younger and women faculty.
Joy received numerous honors for achievement and service at University of Washington School of Pharmacy, including a special award for Excellence in Interdisciplinary Geriatrics Teaching and Service
(1995). Idaho State University awarded her the President’s Medallion (2004) and Distinguished Alumnus (2010). The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists recognized Joy with its highest honor, the George Archambault Award, for her “extraordinary efforts to expand recognition of the unique medication-related needs of the elderly to a wide variety of audiences, advancement of geriatric education in schools of pharmacy and geriatric education centers, and numerous contributions to the pharmacy literature” (2001).
Most of all, Joy will be remembered for her tremendous kindness, ‘can-do’ outlook, wisdom, love of adventure, and supportiveness to many.
William Lewis 1949-2021
Bill began his healthcare career as a young adult at the Submarine Medical Center in Groton, Connecticut. He graduated with honors from Basic Hospital Corps School and served four adventure-filled years in the Navy as an operating room technician on the USS Columbus. It was during this time he became acquainted with a Navy CRNA
(certified registered nurse anesthetist) who inspired him to pursue an anesthesia career. He packed his little blue 1968 Mustang and traveled to Colorado. Bill graduated from Colorado State University with a BS and University of Northern Colorado with his BSN (bachelor of nursing) in 1979. He was one of two males in his nursing class. He was accepted into the nurse anesthesia program at St. Joseph Hospital in Lancaster Pennsylvania. Bill loved living in Lancaster and graduated with his CRNA in 1981. His first anesthesia position was at Phoenix Baptist Hospital. Lucky for me, I was living in Phoenix too. We were introduced by mutual friends at his softball game and the remaining 38 years of his life
is our shared marriage history. When my parents met him for the first time, they agreed with me -- he was a keeper.
After we married in Tucson, we moved to Weaverville in northern California. Bill practiced anesthesia with a passion in northern California for several years. We bought our first home in Redding and acquired our first beloved canine kid.
Then (we both have different versions of how this happened) we moved father north because he was accepted into the PharmD Program (clinical pharmacy) at Idaho State University in Pocatello. This time, there were several more males in his class but he was the oldest student. To his advantage, he brought years of patient care, knowledge, curiosity, and perseverance to everything he did at ISU. Bill loved to learn.
After completing his geriatric pharmacy residency and completing his boards, we moved with our two canine kids to Sierra Vista in 1994. Raymond W. Bliss Army Health Center welcomed him to their staff.
Life was even better after our two-legged kids were born. Bill left Bliss AHC for a few years to practice anesthesia in
Douglas; then returned to his pharmacy position at Fort Huachuca until his death. He cared deeply about his patients and coworkers. Despite friends and family encouraging him to retire, Bill wanted to work a few more years because he enjoyed his career, and was always excited about the contributions he believed he could make to support patient health.
Wherever we lived, Bill never missed reading the local newspaper with his carefully planned breakfast that he cooked from scratch. He enjoyed growing vegetables, Roy Rogers, Gunsmoke, and other western oldies along with the baseball world series.
His enthusiasm for education flowed into teaching Chemistry and Medicine for Boy Scouts. His entire health career was filled with continuing education conferences, lectures, journals, webinars … always searching for the latest nugget of knowledge he could share with his patients and fellow health care professionals.
Our children agree he was their favorite parent because he had a very hard time telling them “no!” He supported their endeavors
and interests in every way he could. Bill was always extremely generous in supporting their schools.
Albert Bouvier 1926-2021
He was born on June 27, 1926 in Cleveland, Utah, the only son of Emil and Palmira (Durand) Bouvier, first generation immigrants from Italy. He was baptized into the Price Community Church in 1929, and graduated from Carbon High School in Price in 1944. Mere days after high school graduation, Albert enlisted in the Navy and proudly served during World War II as a Seaman First Class aboard the USS Register, a highspeed transport ship. Albert was recognized by his superiors for his enthusiasm and work
ethic. In June, 1946, he returned from the Navy and immediately started college on the GI bill at Idaho State College in Pocatello, graduating 4 years later with a B.Sc. in Pharmacy. He returned home from Idaho to start his long career as a pharmacist at Kelley Drug in Price. For 47 years, Albert served his community at independent and chain pharmacies throughout Utah and Colorado.
In 1956, Albert married LouDean Bartlett. They shared a 3-month honeymoon traveling Europe and visiting Albert’s many relatives there. They were active members of the United Methodist Church for many years. Together, they raised 4 children and enjoyed being grandparents to their grandchildren. In his retirement years, Albert became passionate about charity work, recognized by Utah’s governor for generously serving for 11 years as a hospice volunteer in the Price community. Albert wielded a mean pool stick, a shark at billiards. Throughout his life, he enjoyed raising vegetables and shared the abundance of his garden and orchard with family, friends and the local food bank.
Wayne Heim 1945-2021
Wayne loved to travel and enjoyed the great outdoors. He was an enthusiastic skier, snowshoer, backpacker, kayaker, but most of all enjoyed solo hikes with his beautiful Gordon Setter and best friend, Sadie. He was a very kind and intelligent man who really enjoyed life. Wayne was born in Marshfield, WI., December 1945, the son of Edward and Ann Seubert Heim. He graduated from Appleton High School in 1964 in Appleton, WI. He enlisted in the USAF in 1965 and served faithfully in Vietnam. He trained as a medical helper and a pharmacy specialist while in the Air Force. He was honorably discharged in 1971. He was a member of The American Legion. Wayne was a great believer in sabbaticals and after a period of travel and exploration he decided to go back to school. He took pharmacy courses at the University of Wisconsin and enrolled at Idaho State University
in Pocatello, ID in 1974, where he graduated with a BS in Pharmacy in 1977. Wayne was a practicing pharmacist for 22 years and retired to Sparks, NV. with his partner and wife, Cindy, of 38 years. He so enjoyed the climate, and all the mountains and desert had to offer.
Milo Draper 1937-2021
Milo was born June 24th, 1937 in Fallon, Nevada to Milo Stewart Draper and Julia Farrel Hutchinson-Draper. Milo was the second of two children and was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Yvonne Draper, his sister Carmita Moorhead, and granddaughter Heidi Eaton.
He was raised in Fallon, and attended Churchill County elementa-
ry, middle and high school, or as he would always say “the old high school”.
Milo spent most of his younger days hunting and fishing. He helped with the chores and duties of growing up on a ranch but really enjoyed raising rabbits and the money that came with that. Milo had many memories of hunting and fishing with his father at Leonard Creek, Canvas Back and Soda Lake.
During his high school years, Milo worked at the local drug store. Not only is this where he found his passion for his future career, but also where he developed his mastery and meticulous skill of gift wrapping, which he passed on to all us kids and his Rex Drug family. Only later did we find out he learned this by having to wrap the Kotex boxes for female customers.
Milo’s parents were avid Jeep jamboreers and would often spend weekends on treks with friends in the mountains. Milo recalled as a young boy restoring an old Willys Jeep with his dad which began his love for restoring old cars.
After graduating high school in 1955, Milo attended Pharmacy school at Idaho State College in Pocatello. He was very active in
many college activities including the Phi Delta Chi fraternity where he met many of his lifelong friends. Milo was very active in the ROTC program at ISC, graduating as a second Lieutenant. As a junior and senior, he was also a member of the Scabbard and Blade, a club for outstanding ROTC members.
Milo’s college life changed dramatically his junior year when he met Yvonne Phillips. The two dated off and on for a year before becoming a steady couple. 1959 was a very busy year as they not only tied the knot, but Milo also received his Pharmacy degree. They packed their college belongings into Milo’s 1956 Ford Fairlane coupe and moved to Reno to take a pharmacy job. Although short lived, as Milo, Yvonne and baby girl Debbi were called to Augusta, Georgia for Milo’s Army career.
After a few months in Georgia the family returned back to Nevada, where Milo accepted a Pharmacy job with the Rex Drug in Yerington. While in Yerington Milo and Yvonne welcomed three more children to the family; Steve in 1961, Diane in 1962 and Scott in 1970. Who would have thought not only, would Milo and Yvonne spend the
rest of their lives here in Yerington, but also all four of their kids.
Milo was a very hard worker who would do anything to support his family. Not only working and buying the Rex Drug but he was also the Pharmacist at Lyon Health Center, a Captain of the Nevada National Guard and many other ventures. He was so proud of his work family and was honored to call them friends; starting with Debbi, Steve Jacobs, the entire Dane family, Cathy, Susan, Chris, Sarah and so many more.
Milo was a pillar of his community and was always willing to help make it better. Over the years he served in many great organizations; 20-30 Club, Lions Club, Chamber of Commerce, Mason Valley Country Club, Archery Club, Mason Valley Pool Board, Yerington Senior Center Board and many more.
While raising their family in Meadow Park, Milo and Yvonne made many lifelong friendships; that you could only have in a small town like Yerington. Longero’s, Page’s, Homestead’s, Moyle’s, Pinkerton’s, Montelaci’s, Askin’s, Carr’s and many more.
In the later years, the friendships continued with new Meadow
Park members that Milo really cherished like Joe and Nancy Henriques, Liz and Tim Dane who always would take the time to check in and see how he was doing.
During the retirement years, Milo and Yvonne spent most days out on the golf course here in Yerington, they loved the Dinosaur’s golf club. They were very fortunate to travel to many places; Palm Desert was a favorite vacation spot as they were able to golf and spend time with college buddies Dale and Carol Barker. They enjoyed their motor home trips to Death Valley and Furnace Creek with good friends Judy and Russell. Their travels took them to places such as Hawaii, Canada, Alaska, Mexico, Panama Canal, fishing on the Rogue River and the many trips to McCall with Jim and Kathy.
One of Milo’s greatest passions was restoring his antique cars, the 1956 Ford T-Bird and his 1956 Ford Fairlane Coupe that his parents bought him shortly after high school. Due to a growing family Milo was forced to sell the Fairlane for a larger family wagon. He spent many years searching and was able to find the Fairlane again and completely restored it. Many mem-
ories were made in this car including Milo and Yvonne using it as their get-a-way vehicle at their wedding and Scott and Anna did as well at their wedding.
Milo loved to drive one of his many cars on daily trips around the Valley. He loved to shine them up and participate in the local car shows in which he won many awards. In addition to the golfing, traveling and cars, Milo and Yvonne spent countless hours attending all of their nine grandchildren’s events. Brandon, Kevin, Tyler, Garret, Trenten, Cade, Emilee, Savannah, & Gavin.
After Yvonne’s passing in 2017 Milo was heartbroken. He enjoyed his weekly golf trips with Harvey, Frank and Delbert, and the many rowdy family events. But what really held him together these last four years was Fuzzy. Milo always said, “that’s Yvonne’s damn cat”. But after Yvonne’s passing, they became best friends. And we truly believe it was that cat that kept him going.
Milo was a very respectful, dedicated, loyal and private family man. He and Yvonne are together again on Gods golf course.
Joseph Carlson 1937-2021
Joseph William Carlson was born on October 19,1936 in Oak Harbor Washington. He passed away on May 29, 2021 in Provo, Utah.
He was the oldest son of Earl and Isabell Carlson. He was the big brother to Ray, Rod, LesLee and Teresa.
Joe grew up in Pocatello Idaho. He told stories of working in a diner washing dishes at eight years old, selling shoes and cars and meeting the love of his life working at the Chief theater.
He married Melba Jean Myers on April 2,1955. They celebrate their 66th anniversary this year. Immediately, following their marriage Joe and Melba left Idaho as Joe enlisted in the Navy and
then reenlisted in the Marines to become a medical corpsman, After his military service, they returned home to Idaho to begin pharmacy school. Joe graduated from ISU College of Pharmacy in 1961. He began a career with Merck as a drug rep and during his 25-year career was also a district manager, director of state government affairs and Director of US operations. Joe was recognized with a a lifetime achievement award from Idaho State for work he had done to promote childhood vaccination. He also established scholarship opportunities in his name and his father Earl’s name at ISU.
Joe’s retirement years included travel, mapping golf courses, time in Amish Country, golf tournaments and winters in the California sunshine. Joe and Melba enjoyed traveling together and as a family. They loved visiting Hawaii, and the Amish country in Pennsylvania. Favorite family places to visit were, Lake Powell, Yellowstone, Disneyland and any place we could take our trailers. Our annual family reunion takes place the first week of October and is affectionately called CCC (Carlson Conference Campout).
David Frounfelter 1943-2021
It is with deep sadness that we report the unexpected death of David Duane Frounfelter at the age of 78 on June 13, 2021. David was born on February 8, 1943 in Martinsville Indiana to Thelma and Merrill Frounfelter. In the early 50’s the family left the cold winters behind and moved to Santa Maria, CA, where as a senior in high school, he met the love of his life. He married Edna Ann Kuhns on June 13, 1964 and died on their 57th anniversary. David and Edna moved to Pocatello, Idaho where David earned a degree in Pharmacy at Idaho State University in 1969. David retired from pharmacy in 2010. David had many talents. He played the trumpet in high school and ROTC, he was an expert skier and took his family on ski vacations all over the Western United States. He coached his daughter, Darcie, in soccer until she needed a professional coach in her
teen years. David lived to see his goal of a happy, healthy, family.
David’s loving nature and spirit of fun will be greatly missed by his family and friends but will also live on in us all.
Ronnie Widdison 1976-2021
Ronnie was born December 4, 1976 in Ogden, Utah to Rex and Diana Widdison. He has six siblings, his twin Randy, Stacie, Heidi, Justin, Shelly and AJ.
Growing up he loved to play baseball and was coached by his parents. At a young age he and his twin learned to work hard, side by side with their father, in their family tile business. With this trade, he was able to support his family
and also serve many others.
Ronnie graduated from Fremont High School in 1995. After graduation he served a full time mission in Lima Peru East. He loved his mission and it influenced the rest of his life. He later returned to Peru with his wife to serve a humanitarian mission.
Ronnie married his best friend, Jackie Wayment, on August 12, 1998 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised a beautiful family of six children, Mason, Mitchell, Hank, Jack, Jill and Josie. Ronnie’s family was always his first priority and his favorite place in the world was home.
Ronnie graduated from Weber State University and then attended pharmacy school at Idaho State University. He graduated with his Doctor of Pharmacy degree and went on to work in several different pharmacies. He also consulted for nursing homes around the state. Recently he fulfilled a career dream of purchasing his own pharmacy in Thayne, Wyoming and relocated his family there just two weeks ago.
Ronnie enjoyed running and finished a number of marathon races. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hiker and fisher.
He coached his boys’ baseball teams for many years and loved being involved in all of his children’s lives. He was a loyal BYU fan and bought season tickets for the family each year.
He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities. Service was his passion and he touched many lives by following promptings he got from the Holy Ghost. He especially enjoyed sharing the gospel with others. He loved associating with people and wanted them to share in his happiness. His gospel treasure was the Book of Mormon and he read it faithfully every day.
Michael Stone
1956-2021
Michael Jack Stone of Alpine, Wyoming passed away September 7, 2021 in Riverton, Utah. He was born July 31, 1956 in Pocatello, ID to Jack L. Stone and JoAnn Telford Stone. He graduated
from Jackson Hole High School in Jackson, WY. He earned a degree in Pharmacy from Idaho State University, Pocatello. He opened his own pharmacy in Afton, WY. He loved music, played the drums and was in several different bands in California and Wyoming.
Kaye Harrison
1961-2021
Kaye Dean Harrison passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2021 at his parents’ home in Burley, Idaho. A heart so full of love finally tired out.
Kaye was born of goodly parents, Rollo and Gladys Harrison, on December 16, 1961. He was the first of six children. David (Nina) Harrison of Caldwell, Idaho, Lauril (Bill)Ward of Pocatello, Idaho, Kriston (David) Mathews of Washington City, Utah, Carol (Lafe) Smith of Provo, Utah and Steven Harrison (deceased).
Kaye was taught at a young age the importance of work and service. As a young boy and youth he delivered newspapers, mowed lawns, and bagged groceries to save money to serve his mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He loved the BSA Scouting
Program. He was an Eagle Scout and loved Wood Badge Training. He served in leadership with the young men in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. He has always been “ever ready” and lived the Boy Scout Oath.
Kaye graduated from Burley High School in 1980. He was called to serve a full time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Minneapolis, Minnesota. To his dying day, he shared with all who would listen his testimony and witness of Jesus Christ and The love that our Savior has for each of us individually. That Our Father in Heaven has a plan for each of us and to come to Him in prayer and he is there waiting to listen and bless and comfort us. He also bore
witness of The Holy Ghost and His presence in his life.
Kaye attended Ricks College and received his Associates Degree. This is where he met his Eternal Companion, Mary, who he called “His Angel”. They were sealed for Time and all Eternity in The Jordan River Temple. Kaye and Mary loved each other unconditionally for 37 years together on Earth. They have been blessed with six children, Alexie (Anthony) Fry of Burley, Elizabeth (Scott) Hale of Weiser, Ruth (Robert) Kent of Acequia, Kayleb (Tiffany) Harrison of Heyburn, Aaron (Avery) Harrison of Burley, and Jacob Harrison of Heyburn.
Kaye attended ISU and and earned a degree in Pharmacy in 1989.
Kaye worked in Idaho as a Pharmacist serving his customers who he loved and cared for in Burley, Twin Falls, Meridian, Kimberly, Weiser and Parma through out the years.
Kaye’s 14 grandchildren gave him immense joy! He savored every minute with them. Anna, Thomas, Elijah, Cynthia, Lizabeth, Landon, Esther, Abram, Liam, Andrew, Rose, Micah, Eve and Phebe. Your fun “Grandpa No Legs” loves you and will be watching over you.
Kaye had Type 1 diabetes since he was eight years old. This created a lot of obstacles in his daily life. It effected his eye sight, but he didn’t let it hold him back. He continued to finish his Pharmacy degree. He fought to keep his foot and lost his leg, and then the other leg a few years later. When his kidneys began to fail, he and his wife moved to Burley to be closer to have more family support.
Kaye is our family’s hero and great example of faith, courage, strength, and having a sense of humor in every day life. His legacy will live on for generations. He taught gospel principals in action.
Randy Ewing 1954-2021
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and greatest of all, child of God. Born to Janice and Ronald Ewing in ‘54, Randy was the good ol ’boy from Gooding, who grew up straightening the curves and flattening the hills of countryside Idaho with his siblings Ronny, Cathy, Mary, and Shelby.
Randy studied Biology and Pre-Med at Southwest Baptist University, and brought home a bachelors degree along with the love of his life in the spring of
‘77. After marrying his wife, Marsha, Randy started to study Pharmacy at Idaho State University and graduated in the winter of ‘81 with another bachelors degree.
Randy and Marsha moved to Colorado in ‘82 to start a family, establishing a loving home for the two children they would have, Justin and Amanda. Randy became a licensed Pharmacist the following year which started a long and decorated career.
During his retirement, “Mr. Randy” drove a school bus for the Aurora Public School district. Randy spent his remaining days enjoying life with family and friends before his body was overcome by a respiratory illness that took him to be with his Lord and savior, Jesus Christ.
Logan Mattson 1924-2021
Logan was born on October 14, 1924, in St. Charles, Idaho to Chauncey Mattson and Myrtle Bunderson. He loved playing basketball and graduated from Fielding High School, Paris, Idaho, in 1942. Logan joined the US Navy in 1943 and became a signalman on the USS Freestone, serving for two-and-ahalf years in the Pacific Theatre thru the end of World War II. After proposing via phone call, he married Carol Teuscher in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1946. Logan attended Idaho State University, becoming the first member of his family to ever go to college, and graduated with a degree in Pharmacy in 1950. He spent his adult life working for Merck and Company
as a pharmaceutical rep, starting in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and spending over 30 years in Ogden, Utah.
The outdoors was a passion for Logan: as a boy he rode his horse through the hills outside of Bear Lake, he served in the Boy Scouts of America, and loved backpacking. He was passionate about his yard, growing beautiful roses, and loved watching birds feed in his trees. He also loved to travel, often recounting visiting his brother in Alaska, regular Yellowstone trips, road tripping through each county in Utah the centennial year and visiting relatives in the Pacific Northwest.
Logan was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as a Bishop, High Councilman, Sunday School teacher, and on two missions with Carol, at both Temple Square and the Hill Cumorah Pageant. His example of service and faith left a lasting legacy for family and friends.
Hugh Fowler
1928-2021
Hugh Fowler was born in Salt Lake City on April 8, 1928 to Tracy and Gladys Fowler. He had one older brother Keith, who preceded him in death. He
married Nancy Skeen on January 1, 1946. They had six children. Hugh was a great man, loved by everyone who knew him. He attended Idaho State University and earned a degree in Pharmacy. He worked as a pharmacist for 10 years at Walgreens Drug Stores. He then purchased Peerless Beauty and Barber Supply with his father in 1956. After his father’s passing, he and his children proudly owned and operated the business for over 60 years. He was proud to have built a company that was highly respected in the beauty industry. His life can be summarized in the following comments of his oldest granddaughter, Cheri. My grandpa was an amazing man, husband, father and grandpa. He and my
grandma were the epitome of class, love, and style- Hollywood Style. Even when he wore golf shirts and shorts, he made that look cool. He was always golfing, watching golf, anything sports related with Chicago, doing puzzles, and sitting with his wife watching TV. He loved his family, and we have a huge family! Always took an interest in what his grandchildren, and great grandchildren were doing, and always made us feel special. He had a commanding presence, a deep voice, an infectious laugh, and very funny. I remember him with a smile on his face, always. My grandpa was as sweet and generous as they come, such a wonderful man. And bonus, my dad is just like him! Grandpa, I love you very much, and feel so damn lucky to be a Fowler. Every moment spent with you and grandma was a joy. We all know you and grandma are having a drink and watching the sunset. You had a great life, and left a legacy that will forever be honored and cherished. You are missed.
Michael Vlamis 1929-2021
The family of Michael (Mike) Nicholas Vlamis announces with great sorrow his passing on Thursday December 9th. Born in Bartlesville, Oklahoma on October 2, 1929. The family moved to Sacramento in 1939. Graduated from McClatchy High School, attended Sacramento City College. His education was set aside during the Korean War as he enlisted in the U.S. Navy for four years 1950-1954. Stationed at the Oak Knoll Hospital in Oakland and served on the U.S.S Yorktown aircraft carrier as an X-Ray
Technician. When discharged he continued his education at Idaho State University graduating from the School of Pharmacy in 1959. He served as a Pharmacist at Manor Drugs until 1966 when he together with his three partners – George, Nick and Ted Econome opened Madison Pharmacy. Mike was known as “a pharmacist who went out of his way to serve his customers always with a warm smile and warm heart”. The pharmacy was his joy for 23 years. The store was sold to Bel Air Markets who wanted to include a pharmacy in the plans for their remodeled store. After the sale Mike worked at Land Park Pharmacy until he retired in 2000. Married in 1959 to Arline Fraga, who he had met in the fifth grade at William Land Elementary School.
Henry Ho 1946-2021
Henry Kwok Shun Ho entered peacefully into rest in Pleasanton, California on February 8, 2021. He was 74 years old.
Born November 30, 1946 in China to parents Locke Ho & Lai Kwan Tse, Henry graduated with his pharmacy degree from Idaho State University in 1973. During that time, he was a member of the Phi Delta Chi pharmacy fraternity. He went on to work as a pharmacist for 35 years in the hospital, retail and prison sectors. In 1997, he opened his own pharmacy, Medicap, when he saw a need for more personalized care. He knew all his patients by name and would treat them like family. Patients’ kids and grandkids even
had internships at the pharmacy, along with his kids and kids of his family and friends. Henry also wanted to teach his kids that with hard work, you can achieve your dreams. He loved traveling, trying new foods, especially seafood, bird watching and was an avid aquarium hobbyist. Henry was also instrumental in creating the Asian American Scholarship Endowment fund in the ISU College of Pharmacy.
Henry is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Diana; children Amanda, Felicia and Hubert; son in law Tim; granddaughters Tessa and Ava; and siblings Gordon Holl, Robert Ho, Gary Ho, Wing Hall, Raymond Ho, Kent Ho, John LeeHall, and Stephen Hall.
Happy Retirement!
Dr. Bryant contributed extensively to the Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science’s research and scholarship footprint. As a Research Career Scientist at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Boise, ID, Dr. Bryant has worked for nearly three decades on the host/ pathogen interactions responsible for vascular injury, tissue destruction and multi-organ failure in life-threatening aerobic and anaerobic infections.. She has isolated, identified and characterized key bacterial- and host-derived factors involved in pathogenesis on the cellular and molecular levels and have tested novel strategies for treatment. She has a broad background in pathogenic microbiology (both classic and molecular), immunology, and cell physiology and has applied this knowledge to various in vitro cellular systems and to in vivo models of experimental infection in mice, rabbits and baboons. Her work has contrib-
Kerry Casperson retired in 2021 after an extensive career with the ISU College of Pharmacy as an associate professor. He taught courses related to health care finance, health care management, communication, CQI, health systems, marketing and personal finance. He has taught courses in health care finance, corporate finance, operations management, strategic planning of health care facilities and managerial courses to Health Care Administration, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, X-ray Technology and Pharmacy students. He has served as preceptor for MHA students from the University of Minnesota and has served as preceptor for over 50 students completing their course work in health care administration at ISU.
Dr. Rick Rhodes has been a professor of Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Science at Idaho State University College of Pharmacy for nearly 30 years. He earned his B.S. in Biology at Mercer University, B.S.Pharm at Florida A&M University and his Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Mercer Southern School of Pharmacy. He completed an ASHP Clinical Pharmacy Residency at the VA Medical Center in Denver, Colorado and a two year Geriatric Research Fellowship in conjunction with the VA Medical Center and the University of Colorado School of Pharmacy in Denver, Colorado.
uted to the current standard of care for treatment of severe soft tissue infections due to S. pyogenes and C. perfringens. She has further contributed to the understanding of the effects of antibiotics on toxin gene expression in methicillin-sensitive and –resistant S. aureus (MRSA). Her current projects seek to understand the mechanisms responsible for streptococcal infections of injured muscle. This project utilizes a one-of-a-kind animal model of muscle injury complicated by bacterial infection. It allows her to study host/pathogen interactions in the dynamics of an in vivo setting and to test the efficacy of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. The goal is to advance novel forms of prevention and treatment to lessen the incidence and severity of this infection. We wish Dr. Bryant continued success in her scholarly endeavors and in retirement.
Prior to his position at ISU, Kerry was the administrator of the Blackfoot Medical Center (BMC).
BMC was a certified Rural Health Clinic and during this time he served as a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Rural Health Clinics for eight years. He formerly was executive director for the Idaho Association of Physicians, and administrator at the Pocatello Children and Adolescent Clinic.
His academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration, Masters in Business Administration, Masters in Hospital Administration and a PhD in Pharmacy Administration with an emphasis on health care finance.
His clinical activity was in the field of gerontology and he served as clinical consultant pharmacist at the VA Nursing Home-Pocatello since 1991, and from 1991 to 2002 he served as Director of Pharmacy Services.
His research interests are predominantly in the field of gerontology and he has published numerous journal articles and book chapters in this area.
Dr. Rhodes also served as course coordinator for the P4 Senior Seminar, Survey on Aging Issues and Pharmacology for Nursing.
Kerry Casperson
Amy Bryant
Rick Rhodes
Dr. Paul Cady Retirement
After nine years as the dean and 31 years of insurmountable passion and dedication in his work at the Idaho State University College of Pharmacy, the end of spring semester 2021 also brought the retirement of Dr. Paul Cady.
Cady grew up in Gilbert, Arizona, where his father owned a pharmacy. At five years old he worked the cash register in his dad’s store. In first grade, he declared, in a classroom assignment, “I am Paul Cady. I am 6 years old. When I get big I want to be a druggist.” Mission accomplished.
After high school, Cady went on to graduate with a pharmacy degree from the University of Arizona. He and his family moved to Pocatello where he became an assistant professor in the College of Pharmacy in 1990. In 2009, he was selected as the 11th dean in the history of the College, where he served until August 2018.
In 2014, Cady and his wife Merriann created The Cady Endowment to provide necessary financial resources to support student pharmacist outreach initiatives.
Dr. Cady was honored in a virtual retirement celebration in May 2021. Comments from faculty during the celebration and from alumni as well formed a theme about Dr. Cady’s visionary and servant leadership throughout his years as dean.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs Dr. Brooke Buffat said, “I don’t know anyone who cares about the college more than you do. It’s always been something that has inspired me and left a mark on me. You’ll always be in my mind remembered as truly caring about the college. I appreciate your servant leadership over the years. I always felt supported and appreciated by you.”
Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Department Chair Dr. Marvin Schulte added, “The
comments I heard from across the country showed me what a great dean ISU had in you. Your reputation definitely goes far outside of Idaho. The type of leadership that you have shown is just remarkable. When I spoke with you, you were very honest about the situation and about Idaho and were very positive about ISU. My only regret is that I didn’t have more time to work with you.”
Alumna Anna Bartoo, Class of 2003 said, “I am grateful for the opportunity to take a minute and reflect about the impact Paul Cady has had on my life. From the start of my P1 year at Idaho State University, Dr. Cady was very integral to my education and experience at the College. When I was a pharmacy student, Dr. Cady was the Associate Dean. One of his primary roles was to assist the students with our various needs. Dr. Cady took a great interest in each of us, and provided opportunities for growth and development. He was a strong champion for the pharmacy profession and sought out unique experiences for students to participate in. I remember taking some fun trips to pharmacy conferences with Dr. Cady include the state convention in Coeur d’Alene and the APhA meeting in Philadelphia. Another thing I admire about Paul, is that even after graduation he was always excited to hear from alumni and find out what they were doing. He was thrilled to learn about the great things Idaho State College of Pharmacy pharmacists were doing and continued to offer support in our endeavors. “I wish Paul much, much happiness in retirement. His work at the College of Pharmacy was meaningful and will forever have an impact.”
During the virtual celebration Cady responded by saying, “I have to say that I could not have accomplished anything without our great faculty that I was pleased to work with over the years. They were so supportive when I was associate dean and dean, in building the college. I saw myself simply as helping them achieve their goals. It was their efforts and their strengths that made the college great. So, thank you everybody.”
Dr. Jim Lai named ISU Emeritus Faculty
Congratulations to Dr. Jim Lai who was named an ISU emeritus faculty in 2021. Dr. Lai retired in 2020 after nearly 30 years with Idaho State University.
Dr. Lai began in 1991 as an associate professor of pharmacology and toxicology. His illustrious career and indispensable offerings to the College and to the field of biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences followed.
Because a celebration wasn’t possible in 2020, Dr. Lai was honored for his retirement and his emeriti status in a virtual celebration in May 2021. We thank Dr. Lai for his immeasurable contributions to the College and specifically, the Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences over the years.
The Annual White Coat Ceremony
The ISU College of Pharmacy held its 21st Annual White Coat Ceremony for the class of 2025 with a return to an in-person celebration in Idaho. The ceremony for the incoming P1 Pocatello and Meridian students was held on August 18th at Stephens Performing Arts Center in Pocatello.
The 6th Annual White Coat Ceremony for Alaska students in the Class of 2025 was held on August 20th in Anchorage.
The White Coat Ceremony has been a tradition of ISU for many years, initiating the new P1 students and awarding them with their white coats. It’s a very special and meaningful ceremony for students, as each student is presented their coat by a family member, friend, or colleague that is also a pharmacist, with their friends and family there to witness.
Dr. Nicki Chopski of the Idaho Board of Pharmacy challenged the new student pharmacists to take ownership of the responsibility and to work together in advancing pharmacy practice. The Pocatello ceremony was led by Dean Walter Fitzgerald and Dr. Tom Wadsworth, then assistant dean of Alaska programs, led the ceremony in Anchorage.
Thank you to all of those who donate and make this event possible, we could not do it without your generosity.
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H O W C A N Y O U I M P A C T
As Idaho's leader for health professions education, the Idaho State University College of Pharmacy continues its 101 year legacy of educating caring and competent pharmacists Celebrating monumental improvements to patient care, expanding research endeavors and growing programs to meet today's workforce and industry needs, the ISU College of Pharmacy appreciates your support for our next 100 years
Three unique ways you can
Leave your Legacy:
Student Scholarships Practice Transformation Initiatives
Endowed Professorships/ Chairs
Another initiative is to enhance our teaching and research missions through seeking endowments for professors or academic chairs Our goal is to secure at least one endowment for each of our academic departmentsBiomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Sciences, and Clinical Psychopharmacology The purpose of endowed professors/chairs is to recruit and retain faculty with outstanding scholarly records who will provide scholarship and leadership that enriches the department, the College, and the University
One of the exciting new initiatives is the ISU scholarship campaign, with a goal of raising $20 million over the next two years We are already over $17 million! As part of this campaign, the College of Pharmacy’s focus is to support scholarships for all students, with a special emphasis on our first-generation students
We will also be focusing on funding our initiatives to transform practice We will continue to pursue opportunities for pharmacists as our scope of practice expands, most recently brought about by our efforts to control the COVID pandemic Similarly, we will pursue opportunities for prescribing psychologists in alignment with our offering of the MS degree in clinical psychopharmacology Foundations in advocacy, education, research, and service will guide our pursuit of these opportunities
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