RISING STARS
Ebony Brooks Wins Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Ebony Brooks received a Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship program was established in 1985 at UIC to recognize underrepresented students who have demonstrated high academic achievement and have shown a commitment to civil rights and social justice through community service. In an effort to keep Dr. Martin L. King, Jr.’s dream alive, these awards are given to undergraduates, graduates and professional students. At the award ceremony Ebony spoke about her passion to support the healthcare needs of underserved communities and also helping to reduce violence in the black community.
Three Rockford Students Honored by the Rockford Health Careers Foundation The Rockford Health Careers Foundation (RHCF) awarded $800 scholarships to three UIC Pharmacy students: Jingjing Dale, Manar Kandil and Adam Hood. Established in 1954, the RHCF was formed to promote health care education in Winnebago County. Each year, RHCF grants scholarships to students in many health related fields, including medical and nursing schools, radiography, pharmacy and more. Congratulations to Jing-jing, Manar and Adam!
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Student Group Holds Glucose Screening
The Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International (CPFI) student group hosted a blood glucose screening at Catholic Charities. The 13 CPFI members were able to perform screenings on roughly 30 grateful patrons. The event was such a success that the CPFI was invited back to do a presentation to the group on diabetes.
Nashrah Maryum Recognized by Walmart and The Pharmacy Times A Nashrah Maryum was the May 2015 RESPy award winner. The RESPy, which stands for Respect, Excellence and Service in the Pharmacy Profession, is awarded by Walmart and the Pharmacy Times magazine to people in the field who exemplify those traits. Nashrah, who was nominated by Dr. Nick Popovich, received a $1000 scholarship, a one of a kind mortar and pestle, and a full-length article in the May issue of the Pharmacy Times. Nashrah’s article was published on May 20th and was titled “Altruism and Education.” Nasrah said, “I am so excited, humbled and grateful to be the recipient of the RESPy award.”