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SEPT 2014
THE FULL SPECTRUM: Diversity Initiatives that Improve the Human Condition SISTER TO SISTER Sisters Yasmine and Samar Ayoub make science and research a family affair.
PG2 LEADERSHIP LESSONS Dr. Early shares advice on effective networking.
PG3 FOCUSED AMBITION Dual-degree programs and residencies offer exciting career paths.
PG4 THE POLISHED PROFESSIONAL Mary Jo Borden helps students develop professional skills that are valued in the workplace.
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Promoting a culture that values its constituents and encouraging strong positive relationships among these groups are major facets of the core values of the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Aligned with these core values, the college includes diversity as a key component of its mission, as does The University of Toledo. Diversity is a broad and comprehensive term, and the college is benefited by a plethora of diversity, including, but not limited to, age, color, ethnicity, gender, religion, disabilities, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin . As the newly appointed Assistant Dean for Diversity and Community Engagement, Dr. Monica Holiday-Goodman addresses diversity and its intersections with health outcomes in the larger medical community. A nationally recognized expert on health
disparities and cultural competence, she is responsible for teaching these topics in the CPPS curricula. Several sources, including the US Institute of Medicine, have stated that the lack of cultural competence in the health professions is a major contributor to the country‟s health disparities. Dr. HolidayGoodman believes that having a student body that is able to provide care for any patient, regardless of their demographic background, would bring great benefit to all Ohio citizens, especially those who are traditionally underserved in health care. Dr. Holiday-Goodman, who chairs the college‟s Human Diversity Committee, has had primary responsibility for the college‟s Diversity Plan and the P1 Diversity Workshop for several years. She is the cochair of the Admissions committee and (Continued on page 2)
“I didn‟t succumb to the stereotype that science wasn't for girls.” Sally Ride Astronaut and physicist, first American woman in space
DIVERSITY INITIATIVES
Sister to Sister:
SCIENCE RUNS IN THE FAMILY
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For Yasmine and Samar Ayoub, research
teaching style and eagerness to help
therefore is keenly aware of recruitment and the retention challenges facing many of our students. She has also developed a close working relationship with the University Office of Equity, Diversity and Community Engagement and has earned a certificate in diversity through the university. She plans to ensure ongoing training and activities for faculty, staff and preceptors, allowing for continued growth in diversity-related skills and knowledge.
and patient care are a family affair.
students understand topics that may be
Yasmine is a P2 PharmD student, and
more difficult to comprehend. I thought
her sister Samar is a high school student
that it would be a good idea for my sister
who plans to become a physician.
to learn the basics of organic chemistry
“Diversity-related education of faculty, staff and students will improve the recognition of and appreciation for the benefits of diversity within the College. I plan to provide oversight in the planning of activities and functions celebrating and acknowledging the various types of diversity within the College and in creating an inclusive environment for all college constituencies,” Dr. HolidayGoodman said. By serving as a liaison between the community and the college for healthrelated events in the Toledo area, Dr. Holiday-Goodman will assist the college in developing more community outreach projects that improve the human condition in Northwest Ohio. Learn more about UT‟s commitment to diversity and community outreach.
Samar attends high school in Sylvania, Ohio and, through a Department of Chemistry grant from the American Chemical Society Project Seed Program
at such a young age so that once she begins college, the material won't be as foreign to her as it was to me,” Yasmine said.
and the National Science Foundation,
Both sisters benefitted from early
she is conducting a summer research
exposure to laboratory science through
project in the laboratory of Dr. Amanda
high school coursework. In these
Bryant-Friedrich, associate professor of
courses, they were able to design
medicinal chemistry. She initially
experiments and apply their findings to
became interested in science and
real-world problems. As a high school
research through a local Women in
senior, Samar has already gained quite a
Science program she attended in seventh
bit of laboratory experience and
grade. Yasmine, who had taken a class
participated in symposia. Samar has
with Dr. Bryant-Friedrich, suggested
enjoyed receiving feedback from
that Samar work with Dr. Bryant-
academics regarding her high school
Friedrich on a research project.
research projects and has used their
“Dr. Amanda was my professor for Med Chem II, so I was familiar with her
MEETING THE PHARMACEUTICAL NEEDS OF SOCIETY Dr. Sharrel Pinto is the new vice chair for Health Outcomes and Socioeconomic Sciences in the Department of Pharmacy Practice.
advice to plot a career path. Her summer research with Dr. Bryant-Friedrich allowed her to delve deeper.
Dr. Sharrel Pinto first encountered the college as a graduate student in the Health Outcomes and Socioeconomic Sciences program (formerly Pharmacy Health Care Administration). Her educational path eventually led her to the University of Florida, where she earned a doctorate in Pharmaceutical
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WHERE HAVE THEY GONE? If you feel like you meet alumni from the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences everywhere you go, you might be right. The vast majority of the college’s alumni reside in states other than Ohio, and a tiny percentage are living abroad.
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REASONS TO COME HOME TO UT Homecoming events around the nation are welcoming their alumni back to campus. Here are the top five reasons to attend UT’s Blast from the Past Homecoming 2014, October 24-25.
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laboratory of Malathi Krishnamurthy
decisions on how I want my experiment
(Department of Biological Science). In
to go, even though it was my first time
ten years, Yasmine would like to be a
being exposed to organic chemistry and
practicing pharmacist who conducts
the synthesis of molecules,” Samar said.
oncology research.
“Having an expert like Dr. Amanda ask what I want to do, allowing me to control the experiment, truly was an honor. I also enjoyed analyzing my results. Trying to figure out what exactly my compound was and using
“I hope to see more patient/pharmacist interactions throughout the years. In addition, I plan to continue on with research to play a role in a medical breakthrough,” Yasmine said.
tools such as NMRs and mass
The Ayoub sisters have other health
spectroscopy allowed me to try to put
professionals in their family. Their
all the puzzle pieces together to see
cousin is a cardiologist in Miami,
exactly what I was looking for.”
Florida, and their aunt is a pharmacist.
When she entered college in 2011, Yasmine chose pharmacy because of the diversity of career choices within
Yasmine believes in the importance of role models, particularly for women in science.
pharmacy and the opportunity to
“It is important to have someone to look
educate patients as a way of improving
up to for motivation for success, even
patient health. At UT, she has
when it may seem difficult. My mom and
conducted research on cancer, green tea
dad are my role models,” Yasmine said.
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This year, pharmacy alumni will host class reunions during the PRE-GALA RE CEPTION and POST -GAL A GATHERING.
2 THE PARADE The Annual Edward C. Schmakel Homecoming Parade down Bancroft Street is a family friendly event that welcomes the entire Toledo community to celebrate Rocket Pride on October 25 at 10am.
3 THE CLASS REUNIONS This year, the classes of 1964, 1974 and 1979 celebrate their reunions at Homecoming.
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THE ANNUAL GALA The Alumni Gala and Awards Ceremony, which will be held in the Student Union Auditorium on October 24 from 6-8pm, is the premier event of Homecoming weekend (besides the game, of course). Outstanding alumni from all colleges are recognized, and the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences historically has a great presence at this event.
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THE OUTSTANDING ALUMNUS Alumnus Jerry Wisler, „79, is the college‟s Outstanding Alumnus, and he will be honored at the gala.
5 THE GAME The Rockets go head-to-head with Missouri at 2pm on Saturday, October 25. The alumni tailgate begins two hours before kickoff at the William and Carol Koester Alumni Pavilion.
“When you do the common things in life in an uncommon way, you will command the attention of the world.” George Washington Carver botanist, inventor, educator
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polished PROFESSIONAL
For the past 20 years, Mary Jo Borden has been guiding UT students toward their careers. First in Career Services on the Main Campus and now with the B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences students in the professional division, Borden helps students to polish their professional skills. Before B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) students can begin their required internships, they spend time with Borden, the BSPS internship coordinator, who prepares them for their entry to the research workplace. As part of the BSPS program‟s Institute for L eade rship in the Sciences, students are educated on many facets of professionalism and leadership, including the soft skills that make them stand out in research and workplace se tti ngs. Throughou t the first professional year, students participate in seminars on relevant career topics. “I love working with students, helping with resumes and CVs, assisting with interview preparation, and researching employment options,” Borden said. The resume and business card session is first, and those documents are used right away at the Dean‟s networking events with employers and alumni and at the annual career fair. Borden truly enjoys (Continued on page 5)
FOCUSED AMBITION: CAREER PATHS DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAMS Why earn just one degree when you can earn two? The College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has excellent options for students who are interested in dual-degree programs. Students in the medicinal chemistry major of the B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences program can pursue the B.S. / M.S. in medicinal chemistry, which can be completed, start to finish, in five calendar years. Pharmacy Administration majors have the option to complete an MBA with one additional year of study beyond the bachelor‟s degree. For the Pharm.D. student who is a researcher at heart, the Pharm.D. / Ph.D. dual-degree program is a great path. Students complete the Pharm.D. degree before continuing the intensive laboratory research that prepares them for multiple career paths in academia or the pharmaceutical industry.
Pharm.D. students can also complete dual degrees in business (MBA) or Health Outcomes and Socioeconomic Sciences (M.S.). These degree program are a response to changes in the health care fields and give graduates a competitive edge in the job market. Your academic advisor can help you to determine whether the dual-degree path is right for you. RESIDENCY PROGRAMS After completing the Doctor of Pharmacy degree, many students choose to pursue residency training. Residency programs foster in-depth learning and practice that builds the pharmacist‟s skills and knowledge in a particular area of study and creates opportunities for career advancement. The University of Toledo offers residency programs in Pharmacy Practice , Community Pharmacy and Critical Care. For more information on residency programs, visit utoledo.edu/pharmacy/ residency.
TAKE A LOVED ONE TO THE DOCTOR DAY Access to healthcare through community-driven events can improve patient awareness and save lives.
THE polished PROFESSIONAL helping students to construct the perfect resume or CV and application letter. “My Career Services nickname was „The Resume Slasher‟ because a student claimed I slashed his resume to bits, but he went home, considered my suggestions, reworked his resume, and then landed his dream job,” Borden said. To prepare for internship interviews and selection, students record a practice interview using the InterviewStream program, and Borden provides feedback on their performance, including tips on how to minimize filler words such as “umm,” “like” and “you know”. Borden also discusses how to navigate phone and Skype interviews, and she gives the students opportunities to practice their skills in face-to-face mock interviews.
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dimension of students‟ training in the Institute for Leadership in the Sciences. Students learn about networking, personal branding, communications skills, and professional presentations. Students use the LinkedIn professional networking site and create a profile to enhance their personal brand and reach out to appropriate organizations and employers. Mastering these skills early in their careers can help them to establish a sound professional reputation. Because they have not only a strong base of knowledge in the sciences but also the skills to navigate the workplace, the students in our BSPS students have an advantage over many of their peers nationwide. Read more on the college‟s website.
Social media is another important
TRANSFER TRANSITIONS This fall, the Office of Student Affairs will host a series of meetings to welcome and inform new and continuing preprofessional transfer students in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Topics of discussion will include financial aid, professional division applications, the PCAT and other issues that affect transfer students. Topics, dates and locations can be found on the college‟s homepage, utoledo.edu/pharmacy.
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LEADERSHIP LESSONS Networking 101: The art of networking must be cultivated, preferably early in one’s academic career. Dean Early paraphrases an article from Forbes to provide helpful tips for novice networkers.
1 BRING BUSINESS CARDS. Bring a sufficient quantity of your business cards whether on campus, in the city or at a convention. One should never be without this inexpensive way of networking. Secure your business cards early in the month of September, as the first opportunity for networking can occur in that month.
2 MEET GUESTS AND TAKE NOTES. Meet at least three college guests or event participants. Make eye contact, shake hands or just say hello. During the conversation, or just before ending the interaction, offer your business card and ask for the same of your new contact. Take the card in hand with reverence, reading it and then placing it in a secure place. Do not write on the card in the presence of the giver unless you first get permission to do so. Your notes from the conversation can be placed on the card after he/she walks away.
3 LEAVE YOUR COMFORT ZONE. Leave the relative comfort of your classmates, and find the beverage station. A quiet location such as this is where you can get a beverage and engage a college guest.
4 PRACTICE ACTIVE LISTENING. Ask great questions, listen and ask for clarification or expansion if needed.
5 BE YOURSELF.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 09.04.14 Dean’s Commission on Pharmacy Education, two-day semiannual meeting begins 09.06.14 Pill Box tailgate tent sponsored by Giant Eagle for Rockets v. Missouri, 10am 09.10.14 Infectious Disease Update Registration due by 09.04.14 Download printable brochure New Developments in Lip Care and Lip Makeup Products Mark Chandler, ACT Solutions Corp. 11:00 am to 11:50 am Collier 1030 (Health Science Campus) 09.12.14 Career Opportunities in the Cosmetic Industry Mark Chandler, ACT Solutions Corp. 10:00 am to 10:50 am Field House 1030 (Main Campus) 09.26.14 Starting Your Own Cosmetic Business in the US Tresha Heath, Make Me Makeup 10:00 am to 10:50 am Field House 1030 (Main Campus) 10.04.14 Annual Wal-Mart Student Retreat at Camp Miakonda
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10.10.14 Developments in Cosmetics Regulation: A Historical Overview Shontell Wright, FDA 10:00 am to 10:50 am Field House 1030 (Main Campus) 10.22.14 New Developments in Nail Care and Nail Make-Up Products Mark Chandler, ACT Solutions Corp. 11:00 am to 11:50 am Collier 1030 (Health Science Campus) 10.24.14 Research Opportunities in the Cosmetic Industry Mark Chandler, ACT Solutions Corp. 10:00 am to 10:50 am Field House 1030 (Main Campus)
LEGENDARY: DEAN EARLY TO BE HONORED BY TOLEDO NONPROFIT Author and entrepreneur Steve Saint once said, “Your story is the greatest legacy that you will leave to your friends. It's the longest-lasting legacy you will leave to your heirs.”
story, which carried him from humble beginnings in a small Georgia town to national leadership positions in pharmacy organizations, is indeed worthy of recognition.
In this spirit, Dean Early adds his story to that of the African American Legacy Project, a local nonprofit that is dedicated to “documenting and preserving the history of Northwest Ohio‟s African American communities and their impact and influence upon Toledo and the greater world community”.
“I am honored to receive this recognition,” Dr. Early said. Most important to my personal legacy are st u de n t -ce n te re dne ss, g lo bal outreach and diversity, all of which are cornerstones of our college‟s mission and goals.”
This fall, the AALP will honor Dr. Early with its Legend Award, recognizing his achievements in leadership, service and academia as part of Toledo‟s history. Nominated for his decades-long career as a pharmacy dean as well as his ongoing service to the pharmacy and African American communities, Dr. Early lives his commitment to diversity and student success. His
Dr. Early will be recognized alongside three other honorees at a gala celebration on October 3-4, 2014. To learn more about AALP or to place an advertisement in the program for the gala event, visit africanamericanlegacy.org. Photo: Dean Early, far right, with the first inductees of Sigma Phi Sigma Pharmaceutical Science Honor Society.
get the picture Click the links for photos of recent college events.
2014 Professional Advancement Ceremony
P1 Cookout sponsored by Giant Eagle
Homecoming 2014
Class Reunions Pre-Gala Reception Homecoming Gala Post-Gala Gathering Homecoming Parade Alumni Tailgate Rockets vs. UMass
Join The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences as we celebrate Homecoming and the 110th anniversary of the college.
Pre-Gala Reception, reunion Student Union Room 2592 Cash bar, hors d'oeuvres
Annual Edward C. Schmakel Homecoming Parade Bancroft Street
Gala banquet ($30) Pharmacy honoree is Jerry Wisler, ‘79. Student Union Auditorium
Pre-game tailgate Koester Alumni Pavilion
Post-Gala Gathering Student Union Room 2592
This year’s Homecoming theme is Blast from the Past. Do you remember when Rocky looked like this?
Rockets vs. UMass ($25) Glass Bowl Stadium
www.utoledo.edu/pharmacy/alumni Jeff Barton, 419-530-5413 or Jeffrey.barton@utoledo.edu Ashleigh Sonnenberg, 419-530-5359