Union University College of Pharmacy 2021-2022 Highlights

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY UNION UNIVERSITY

2021 2022 HIGHLIGHTS

Union University College of Pharmacy

VISION

MISSION

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HIGHEST NAPLEX FIRST-TIME PASS RATE FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE YEARS #1 TENNESSEE'S TOP SCORES IN TENNESSEE

#1 2021 ACPE Accredited Pharmacy Schools in Tennessee

Pharmacy Technician Guide

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2021

Union University College of Pharmacy Class of 2021 has earned the state’s highest pass rate for first-time testers of the NAPLEX according to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy. Union University College of Pharmacy has earned top honors in the state for three consecutive years. Additionally, Union has scored higher than the national average for the last nine years.

Union University College of Pharmacy ranked #1 this year for the 2021 Ranking of ACPE Accredited Pharmacy Schools in Tennessee by the Pharmacy Technician Guide. This ranking is based on the NAPLEX first time pass rate, and our performance earned us the #1 spot with a 98%! Congratulations to the UUCOP faculty, staff and students for your hard work and dedication!

ALUMNI NEWS

I am thrilled to announce the beginning of an Alumni Association for the Union University College of Pharmacy! I look forward to sharing more information about this new Association and the benefits it will offer you as a Union University College of Pharmacy graduate.

Shawn Kinsey, Class of 2016

50 DONORS $13,723 RAISED 60 DAYS

ALUMNI FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Ashley Williams

Dr. Jennifer Felder

Dr. Kate Cozart

Dr. Claire Walley

Dr. Shawn Kinsey

Class of 2012 Class of 2013 Class of 2014 Class of 2015 Class of 2016

Dr. Allison Yates

Dr. Sarah Beth Knepp

Dr. Heath McLean

Dr. Jenna Summerlin

Dr. Brandon Conaway

Class of 2017 Class of 2018 Class of 2019 Class of 2020 Class of 2021

In January 2022, UUCOP kicked off a campaign to raise money for the new Alumni Foundation Scholarship. The Class of 2021 seeded this fund as their class gift, and faculty and staff joined the efforts with donations of their own. Thank you to everyone who participated in this cause. Your efforts will allow us to offer scholarships to prospective students.

2022 PHARMILY REUNION

We welcomed our alumni back to campus for the UUCOP PHARMILY REUNION! Families enjoyed a petting zoo outside Providence Hall and the Chair of our Alumni Board of Directors, Shawn Kinsey ('16), announced the new Alumni Association!

FUTURE-DIRECTED

2014

Neil Hunter accepted a new position as the System Director-Sterile Drug Compounding at Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA.

Kate Cozart has been selected as ASPC's 2022 Outstanding Student Preceptor and is a finalist for Educator of the Year.

2015

Rachel O'Leary obtained Certified Specialty Pharmacists Certification.

Michael Light accepted a new position as the Director of Pharmacy at Henderson County Community Hospital in Lexington, TN.

2018

Monica Barrett obtained Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist Certification.

Matthew Clark published an article entitled Evaluation of Antibiotic Initiation Tools in End-ofLife Care in the American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care.

2019

Heath McLean published The Effect of Prearrest AcidBase Status on Response to Sodium Bicarbonate and Achievement of Return of Spontaneous Circulation in the Annals of Pharmacotherapy.

Zach McLeod is the new owner of Buy-Rite Drugs. Headquartered in Dothan, AL, Buy-Rite Drugs includes 12 pharmacies across AL and FL and employs over 140 staff members. He also obtained certification as a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist.

Audrey Davis ('18) crossed the finish line as the Full Marathon Women's Top Finisher at the 20th Anniversary St. Jude Marathon.

Mary Kate Anderson, Meredith Johnson ('21), and Lauren Thornburg (P4) published an article entitled A Review of Selumetinib in the Treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1-Related Plexiform Neurofibromas in the Annals of Pharmacotherapy.

Jenna Summerlin is a contributing author of the new ASHP Statement on Professionalism.

Drew Wells obtained BCPS credentials and accepted a new position at Methodist University Hospital as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Internal Medicine and System Policy. Erika Alonso accepted a new position as an Emergency Medicine/Critical Care Pharmacy Specialist at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Collierville, TN.

Britney Seals Beard was selected for the National Community Pharmacists Association Pathways to Pharmacy Ownership program. In partnership with the Minority Pharmacist Entrepreneur Conference, this program is a new initiative to encourage and support independent pharmacy ownership amongst minoritized groups.

Martina Goings, Brittany Kelley, Kelsey Rowland, Carli Coalter, Kaitlin Inman, and Brandon Conaway presented at the Midsouth Pharmacy Residents Conference.

Kate Norville and Zac Halford published a study in the Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice entitled The Design, Implementation and Evaluation of Hybrid Cancer Clinic Simulations: Escaping the Norm.

Carli Coalter committed to a PGY2 Pediatric Residency at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.

Brandon Conaway committed to a PGY2 residency at Regional One in Memphis, TN.

Sydney Grammar started a new position at Baptist Memorial in Union City, TN.

PHARMD/MBA DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM

Welcome our newest staff member, Amy Mallette, Director of Marketing and Alumni Relations for the College of Pharmacy. Amy's background in marketing, communications, event planning and fundraising will make a valuable addition to our team!

States where alumni are employed.

The College of Pharmacy celebrates students who graduated with a Masters of Business Administration in 2022.

Ryder Burkett

Jordan Haskins

Amanda Kimsey

Scott Luthy

Keyurkumar Patel Nicole Rutland

Ali Ward

PHARMD

The Accelerated PharmD track offers highly motivated students the opportunity to complete their PharmD training in 3.5 years versus the traditional 4 years. Students will complete the same curriculum as traditional 4-year students but on a modified schedule. This track allows students flexibility in when elective courses are completed, ultimately allowing for an earlier graduation and quicker entry into pharmacy practice. Students entering a PharmD degree at Union University College of Pharmacy will be able to select the 3.5 Year Accelerated PharmD Track upon admission.

WELCOME NEW FACULTY

DR. NATHAN DANIELS ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

My family and I are very glad that God has led us to Union. I feel UUCOP is somewhere that deeply cares about its students. I love spending time getting to know the students and seeing what drives them and how we can work together to help them become a better pharmacist. Union's small class size, the excellent residency placement, NAPLEX pass rates, and the chance for me to spend more of my day-today time teaching make this an ideal position.

DR. HALEY O'NEAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHARMACY PRACTICE

When my husband and I first moved to Jackson in July 2020, we began praying the Lord would open the door for me to have a job at Union. In March of 2021, He did just that. It was only the Lord’s doing in me being here. What really drew me to Union is its mission and purpose. As a believer, I am first and foremost called to be a faithful follower of Christ and from that, I will be able to be a faithful pharmacist, wife, and mom. I felt like Union’s mission aligned with that perfectly. I want to be able to invest in students not only on an academic level but more importantly on a spiritual and personal level. I can do this anywhere but UUCOP as a whole is doing this right alongside me and that is what makes it so special. Dean Mitchell always says – Faith, Family, then Pharmacy; I have truly felt that and am deeply thankful for that.

DR. JEFFREY SNOW

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHARMACY PRACTICE

Union University College of Pharmacy has a family feel that stems from the smaller class sizes and closeknit faculty and staff. The College of Pharmacy has an excellent track record in preparing students for both the NAPLEX and for their future careers as pharmacists which is evidenced through the NAPLEX pass rates and residency/job placement rates.

UUCOP CRUSHES COVID

In an effort to provide COVID vaccines to Tennesseans, the state of Tennessee prompted individual county health departments to prepare and lead early vaccination efforts followed by engagement of local pharmacies. Volunteer assistance was sought to aid in vaccination efforts, and UUCOP quickly identified a need for education, additional training, and service. Three COVID-19 vaccine town halls were hosted by UUCOP faculty to provide education to students, faculty, staff, preceptors, and alumni live and via ZOOM. 55 students, 14 faculty, and 35 pharmacists were educated at the first vaccine presentation alone. Additionally, students underwent live training for drive-thru vaccine clinics to ensure safety and appropriate administration technique.

In partnership with the Tennessee Department of Health, 8,866 patients were vaccinated with the help of UUCOP. Additionally, in collaboration with local pharmacies alongside alumni and preceptors, 1,748 patients were vaccinated. 38% of UUCOP students participated in the provision of COVID vaccines, with some students assisting at multiple clinics. 67% of UUCOP faculty members certified to immunize volunteered time to administer COVID vaccines. 16 counties of West Tennessee were reached by UUCOP efforts.

12 FACULTY 59 STUDENTS 10,614 DOSES

EXCELLENCE-DRIVEN

Joanne Shen (P3) was appointed as a member of the Pharmacy Education Subcommittee for IPSF PARO. The subcommittee has the responsibility of developing pharmacy education projects and campaigns, such as scientific and educational articles, and poster competitions.

Caroline Sockwell (P3) attended the NCPA FoundationUAMS Pharmacy Ownership and Leadership Academy.

Morgan Morgan (P4) represented West Tennessee as the 2022 Miss Iris Festival.

Caleb Greer (P4) represented the UUCOP chapter of APhA-ASP in the National Patient Counseling Competition held during the APhA Annual Meeting. During this competition, students counsel a mock patient on one medication.

Natalie Mausey (P3) was selected as a recipient of a Student Award for the 2021 ACCP Annual Meeting.

Minh Dong ('22) and Clint Smith ('22) were winners of the local ASHP SSHP Clinical Skills Competition and later represented UUCOP at the national competition during the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting.

UUCOP students and faculty placed first in APhA-ASP's Back-the-PAC with over $1,700 raised (avg over $10 per student in giving). This is the 2nd year for UUCOP to receive this honor.

APHA-ASP NATIONAL RECOGNITION

2nd Runner Up 2020-2021 Division AAA Chapter Achievement Award

Dr. Marlin "Marty" Blane, Adjunct Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, has been selected by Governor Bill Lee to serve a six-year term as a pharmacist member of the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy!

2022 BOWL OF HYGEIA AWARD

Dr. Sheila L. Mitchell received the Tennessee Pharmacists Association Bowl of Hygeia award, presented by Dr. Kim Jones, Assistant Dean of Student Services, who also served as President of TPA.

Dr. Chris Buckley is the recipient of the 2022 ACCP Critical Care PRN Junior Investigator Award.

Established in 1958, the Bowl of Hygeia Award recognizes pharmacists who have outstanding records of civic leadership in their communities and encourages pharmacists to take active roles in the affairs of their respective communities.

CHRIST-CENTERED

Throughout every academic pursuit in the College of Pharmacy, we provide a Christ-Centered environment that focuses on the intellectual, spiritual, and moral development of students in committing themselves to the service of church and society. We begin from the vantage point of faith, which is integrated with learning across the curriculum, even as we struggle with difficult issues and carry on debate in the pursuit of truth.

Courses such as Christian Faith and Pharmacy, Medical Missions, and The Union Pharmacist equip Union students to think through the challenges and moral dilemmas pharmacists may face in their profession. These courses allow a guided discussion where thought is not diminished and truth is pursued.

Students also engage in faculty-led bible studies.

PEOPLE-FOCUSED

UUCOP P2 students participate in Campus and Community Day annually. This year students visited:

BROOKEDALE JACKSON OAKS

Students helped residents with a craft project, painted the resident's nails, and participated in a Halloween dance.

COMEUNITY CAFE

Students provided blood pressure screenings, discussed healthy habits, helped serve food and bus tables.

RIFA

Students donated 159 lbs of food items, unloaded a truckload of donations, packed food containers for schools, and served lunch at the soup kitchen.

SAFE HOPE CENTER

Students painted the exterior doors and stair handrails to the center.

THERAPY AND LEARNING CENTER

Students pressure washed and cleaned outdoor play equipment at the Children’s Center and painted a mural on the courtyard of the Adult Learning Center.

JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL

Students raised money to feed JMCGH Pharmacy staff who served the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ANNE WILLIAMS MORGAN

MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Emily Lynn Quintanilla

APHA FOUNDATION SAMUEL

KALMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Ann Mausey

BONITA COLSTON STEPHENS

SCHOLARSHIP

Lidia Molly Albin

CVS HEALTH FOUNDATION

SCHOLARSHIP

Nikita Sergeyevich Kabanov

JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY

GENERAL HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP

Collin Neal Fiorentini

JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY

GENERAL HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP

Nolan Michael Holyfield

JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY

GENERAL HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Ann Mausey

JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY

GENERAL HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP

Dylan Cole Walls

JOHN E. GOODRICH CONSTRUCTION OF INTERPROFESSIONAL PRACTICE SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Blair Crockett

LEE AND MARTHA BREWER

SCHOLARSHIP

Brooke Cossey Pettit

LEE AND MARTHA BREWER SCHOLARSHIP

Maria Danielle Geromo

WALGREENS DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Jamira Lashay Jarrett WALGREENS MULTILINGUAL SCHOLARSHIP

Joanne Xinyue Shen

PHARMACY FUN

SUPPORT THE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

We are thankful for God's provision and the exciting direction He is leading Union University. We are thankful also for alumni and friends who partner with us in the mission of Christ-centered academic excellence.

PHARMACY

FUTURE GIFTS

Future Gifts become available after time to fund a major project such as a scholarship endowment, professorship, physical plant endowment, or another option of the donor’s choosing.

LIFE INCOME GIFTS

Charitable Gift Annuities

Deferred Gift Annuity

Charitable Remainder Trusts

Charitable Remainder Unitrusts

Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust

Charitable Lead Trust

Revocable Living Trust

Wealth Replacement Trust

DONOR PLANNING

With planned giving, you can provide long-lasting support for Union University while enjoying financial benefits for yourself.