CONVOCATION
Presenting the Class of 2024
Dr. Michelle Hilaire
Interim Dean, College of Health Sciences
Honors & Awards
Doctor of Pharmacy Preceptor of the Year Awards
Doctor of Pharmacy Outstanding Graduate Speakers
Masters of Health Service Administration Graduate Statements and Stoles
Doctor of Pharmacy Graduate Statements and Stoles
Oath of the Pharmacist
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Masters of Health Service Administration Faculty
Dr. Elliott Sogol
Dr. David Brushwood
Doctor of Pharmacy Faculty
Dr. Michelle Blakely
Antoinette K. Brown
Dr. Jared S. Bushman
Dr. Sheba David
Dr. Nervana Elkhadragy
Dr. Guanglong He
Dr. Jaime R. Hornecker
Dr. Melissa L. Hunter
Janelle L. Krueger
Dr. Becky S. Linn
Dr. Tracy D. Mahvan
Dr. Allison Mann
Dr. Leena Myran
Dr. Sreejayan Nair
Dr. Jessica Papke
Dr. Lavinia Salama
Dr. Reshmi L. Singh
Dr. Jeremy W. Vandiver
Dr. Tonja M. Woods
Honors & Awards
Graduation with Honors
Top 5% of the Class
Outstanding Graduate Speakers
Erin Bertsch
Cameron Campbell
Stephanie Sandavol
VIATRIS Excellence in Pharmacy Award
The Merck Award
Caitlin Porter
Erin Bertsch
Student Organizations
Phi Lambda Sigma Pharmacy Leadership Society
The objective of Phi Lambda Sigma is to recognize and promote leadership qualities in pharmacy students, faculty and alumni. To be eligible for membership, a student shall have completed their first year of pharmacy school, shall be of high moral and ethical character, and shall have a minimum grade point average of 2 5 Prospective members are nominated based on their demonstration of dedication, service and leadership in the advancement of pharmacy
ASHP American Society of Health-System Pharmacy
The mission of the Wyoming student society is to make students aware of pharmacy practice in health systems; provide information to students about career directions in and credentials needed for pharmacy practice in health systems.
APhA-ASP Academy of Student Pharmacists
The mission of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists is to be the collective voice of student pharmacists, to provide opportunities for professional growth, and to envision and actively promote the future of pharmacy
APhA-ASP has played a key role in helping students navigate through pharmacy school, explore careers in pharmacy, and connect with others in the profession
NCPA National Community Pharmacy Association
NCPA Student Chapters offer pharmacy students a wide array of opportunities to broaden and enrich their educational experience, gain valuable, real world skills, and have some fun in the process
Rho Chi Pharmacy Honorary
Rho Chi is a national pharmacy honor society whose fundamental objective is to promote the advancement of the pharmaceutical sciences through the encouragement and recognition of intellectual scholarship The University of Wyoming chapter was established in 1961 Charters for chapters of this organization are granted only to groups in schools or colleges of pharmacy who are members in good standing of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy To be eligible for membership, students must be in the highest 20 percent of their class,
Phi Delta Chi
Phi Delta Chi is the national professional pharmaceutical fraternity for pharmacy students whose objectives are to promote the science and profession of pharmacy as well as its allied interests and to foster a fraternal spirit among its members
Doctor of Pharmacy
Preceptor of the Year Awards
Dr Jade Enevoldsen
Pharmacy Manager
Laramie Walmart
Jade Enevoldsen graduated from the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy in 2007 and has since spent 16 years working for Walmart Health and Wellness in a retail setting Growing up in a small town in western Nebraska, he learned the importance of community and helping others Jade met his wife of 16 years, Natalie, while studying at the University of Wyoming Jade's career began in Salt Lake City as a staff pharmacist for Walmart During his 5 years as a staff pharmacist, and 2 years as Pharmacy Manager, Jade always found time and enjoyed mentoring future pharmacists from the University of Utah and Roseman University College of Pharmacy
After starting a family, and realizing how much they missed Laramie, Jade took the opportunity to transfer back to town as Pharmacy Manager at Walmart in 2014 He is passionate about providing students with various opportunities, including a growing number of clinical services, in a fast-paced setting while establishing strong connections within the community When Jade isn’t at the pharmacy, he spends his time coaching baseball and basketball, watching his three children (Brynlee, Jaxson, and Beckett) participate in various activities, or enjoying Wyoming’s fishing, hunting, golfing, camping, and snowboarding Jade is grateful to the phenomenal staff at the UW School of Pharmacy for the opportunity to serve as a preceptor of their gifted and dedicated students and looks forward to future collaborations
Dr Kylee Willoughby Associate Director of Pharmacy Pharmacy Residency Director
Banner North Colorado Medical Center
Kylee was first introduced to pharmacy in her hometown of Torrington, Wyoming She completed her pre-pharmacy coursework at the University of Wyoming prior to be accepted into the PharmD program. She spent summers as an intern at Vandel Drug in Torrington but knew she wanted to do a residency Kylee graduated from UW School of Pharmacy in 2009 and went on to complete a PGY1 residency at the Denver VA Medical Center She then became a staff pharmacist at North Colorado Medical Center in December of 2010 In 2014 Kylee accepted the position of Associate Director and Residency Program Director and continues in that role today. She earned her board certification in Pharmacotherapy in 2010 and added Critical Care in 2016 Wanting to grow her skills further, she completed the MHSA program at UW in 2021 Her professional interests include internal medicine, critical care and operations She resides in Timnath, Colorado with her husband and three children
Masters of Health Service Administration Graduates
Taylor Kraut Nicollette Lawson
Not pictured: Melissa Perkins
Stephanie Sandoval Jacob Thiesse
Kailee Fretland, Pharm D , BCPS
Aleca McAulay
Jessica Peterson
Bryan Opitz
Holly Eastridge
Heidi Hoffman
Alicia Burr
Jalen Gonzales
Masters of Health Service Administration Graduate Statements
Alicia Burr - Alicia would like to thank her husband Brady and her children Brooks, Lakelyn, and Bryson for their continued support as she completed this program while working full-time Alicia would also like to thank Elliot Sogol for helping her get organized each semester and completing the program on an earlier timeline. Congratulations, class of 2024 and good luck with your future endeavors. Plans after Graduation: Continue to work as a dental hygiene instructor at Sheridan Community College
Holly Eastridge - Holly wants to thank her parents, friends, and classmates for their endless love and support Plans after Graduation: I will be using my MS to eventually work my way up to being a hospital administrator
Kailee Fretland- Thank you to my family for supporting my journey Plans after Graduation: Continue current role as the Principal Pharmacy Consultant for IHS. Organizations: ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy
Heidi Hoffman-Heidi would like to thank her husband Jade for his unwavering support Her achievements are a reflection of his dedication as a partner and as a father to their two young children Plans after Graduation: Continue working with the Wyoming Department of Health.
Taylor Kraut - Tayler would like to thank her fiancé, mother, father, and the rest of her family for all of the love and support during her time at the University of Wyoming Plans after Graduation: After graduation I will be working in Human Resources at Wyoming Machinery Company in Casper, WY After getting a few years of Human Resource experience under my belt, I hope to use this degree to help me become a Human Resource Manager. Hopefully this will lead to advancing in to an executive role in healthcare in the future
Nicollette Lawson - Nicollette would like to thank her Mom for her support always "It always seems impossible until it's done" - Nelson Mandela. Plans after Graduation: Nicollette will be transitioning into healthcare leadership
Aleca McAulay - Aleca would like to thank her family, friends, and instructors for their love and support throughout this experience. Without all of them, she would not have been able to successfully complete this chapter An extra big thank you to Aleca's husband, Chris, for being her biggest supporter, and her son, Noah, for being her biggest cheerleader Plans after Graduation: Teaching at a community college.
Bryan Opitz - Bryan would like to thank his family for supporting this endeavor Plans after Graduation: This will enhance my career opportunities within our hospital Organizations: ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy
Melissa Perkins - Thank you to my family for supporting me during a busy time of our life Plans after Graduation: Working
Masters of Health Service Administration Graduate Statements
Jessica Peterson - Jessica is grateful for the unwavering support from her incredible family, especially her husband Jason, during her master's journey. To her young superheroes, Hailey and Caleb, your giggles and hugs fueled Mom's determination. She's deeply thankful to share this success with her entire family here today.
Plans after Graduation: I will continue working for Gunnison Valley Health and advance in my leadership role in medical clinic management Organizations: MGMA- Medical Group Management Association Honor and Awards: 2024 University of Wyoming Honor Society Inductee (Phi Kappa Phi) Summa Cum Laude
Stephanie Sandoval - Stephanie would like to thank her family for their ongoing support of her academic and professional pursuits
Plans after Graduation: Wyoming Department of Health, Public Health Division.
Jacob Thiesse - Jake extends his gratitude to the classmates and faculty that made this transformative experience possible
Plans after Graduation: Pharmacy Director at Billings Clinic, Billings, MT Organizations: ASHP, AMIA, Montana Pharmacy Association
Doctor of Pharmacy Graduates
VictoriaAllen
ErinBertsch ReynaBocanegra ChloeBukvich CameronCampbell ThomasBeasley
SuyashaPradhanang RileyRafferty LucySanchezDufresne HaleyTimm
SamanthaWhite SamWilliams
TaylorCampbell ChaseCochran
MadiDuPree
JalenGonzales LindseyVillanuevaLittle
MatthewMcBride
HunterMcKown TaylorNoland
BrigidO’Flannigan MiaO’Neal
ShelbyOroo
CaitlinPorter
MSHSA/Pharm.D. Student Statements
Jalen Gonzales - Jalen would like to thank her parents and sister, Mya, for their continued support throughout her life She would also like to thank her extended family and friends who have supported her in countless ways Lastly, she would also like to thank all of her professors and the pharmacy school faculty.
Plans after Graduation: I will be pursuing a pharmacy residency Organizations: APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists ; ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, ;Rho Chi Academic Honorary, ;President's Council, ;Wyoming Pharmacy Association Awards: Presidents Council Member of the Year 2023; President's List Spring 2022 and Spring 2023; Dean's List Fall 2020, Fall 2021, and Fall 2022; Linda Wells Fund in Pharmacy 2023 Scholarship Recipient; James Stephens III Scholarship in Pharmacy 2021 Scholarship Recipient; Pieper Family Scholarship in Pharmacy 2020 Scholarship Recipient
Doctor of Pharmacy Graduate Statements
Victoria Allen - Victoria would like to quote Pericles: what you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others She encourages everyone to keep weaving joy and optimism into the world, so that tomorrow may always be bright.
Plans after Graduation: Victoria plans to pursue a career in community pharmacy and patient safety
Organizations: PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary, PDC- Phi Delta Chi Fraternity
Thomas Beasley - Thomas would like to thank all his family members for being so supportive and helpful as he navigated his way through pharmacy school He joins in celebrating the achievements of the class of 2024 and wishes for success on whatever their journeys may be
Plans after Graduation: Thomas will be working as a staff pharmacist at Sidney Regional Medical Center. Organizations: ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy
Erin Bertsch- Erin would like to thank her sister, her parents, and all of her friends and family for supporting her throughout her journey She couldn't have done it without you, and she is so grateful you came out to see her cross the finish line.
Plans after Graduation: Residency Organizations: NCPA-National Community Pharmacy Association, ASHPAmerican Society Health System Pharmacy, PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary, Rho Chi Academic Honorary, President's Council Awards: Pharmacy Honors Award
Reyna Bocanegra - Reyna would like to thank her friends and family for their support throughout her academic career and pharmacy school Their unwavering support, encouragement, and belief in her have been the driving force behind her success. Reyna hopes that she will be able to improve equity in healthcare by serving marginalized communities and providing them with optimal care
Plans after Graduation: A Retail pharmacy in Maryland and obtain a master's degree in palliative care.
Doctor of Pharmacy Graduate Statements
Chloe Bukvich - Chloe would like to thank her family for being the best support she could ever ask for, her boyfriend for not giving up, her best friend for not letting her drop out, her cats for not judging her daily afternoon naps, and her latest plants for not dying Plans after Graduation: Wherever the wind takes me Organizations: PDC- Phi Delta Chi Fraternity
Cameron Campbell - Cameron would like to thank his family and friends for being there to support him throughout his pharmacy school career Plans after Graduation: Working Organizations: APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary, Rho Chi Academic Honorary, President's Council, Wyoming Pharmacy Association
Taylor Campbell - Taylor would like to thank her family for the unconditional support and encouragement, she wouldn’t be the person she is today if it wasn’t for your love and guidance. She wants to thank you for always believing in her especially when she had a hard time believing in herself, and is so grateful to be able to share this special weekend with you Plans after Graduation: Completing a year of residency at the VA Black Hills Health Care System in Fort Meade, South Dakota Organizations: NCPA-National Community Pharmacy Association, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, President's Council. Awards: ASHP Outstanding Professional Development Project Award
Micheal Chase Cochran - Chase extends a heartfelt thank you to his family, fiancé Abby and daughter Ellie for being pillars of strength through every challenge and triumph. Chase is also thankful for the continuous guidance and mentorship provided by Dr. Woods, Dr. Bjore, Dr. Hornecker, Dr. Vandiver, Dr. Hunter and Maria Their wisdom and support have been instrumental in his academic growth and professional development To his fellow classmates, he extends his best wishes as they move forward in their careers Plans after Graduation: After graduation, Chase will be starting residency at the Black Hills VA in Fort Meade, SD to pursue a career in ambulatory care pharmacy hoping to focus on substance use disorders and pain. Organizations: NCPA-National Community Pharmacy Association, APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary
Madison DuPree - Madison would like to thank her friends and family for their never-ending support, she would not be where she is today without their generosity and encouragement Plans after Graduation: Madison has accepted a float pharmacist position with Safeway in Northern Colorado Organizations: Wyoming Pharmacy Association. Awards: Dan Healy & Martha Omenson Scholarship, Richard R Wilder Pharmacy Scholarship, Hathaway Merit Honors, Wyoming Scholars Award, Mario Temperini Scholar, Kenneth Thomas and Ruth Graham Scoon Memorial
Doctor of Pharmacy Graduate Statements
Lindsey Little - Lindsey would like to thank her parents, her 2 sisters, her fiancée, and entire family for being a constant source of support and encouragement. She also attributes her success to the best friends she’s made in pharmacy school
Plans after Graduation: Community based PGY-1 residency with University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Organizations: APhA ASP -American Pharmacy AssociationAcademy of Student Pharmacists, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, President's Council Awards: APhA president, ASHP Poison Prevention Co-Chair, Class Vice President.
Michael McKown - Hunter would like to thank his terrific friends and family for all of their support Especially his loving and beautiful wife Lyndee.
Plans after Graduation: Retail pharmacy Organizations: Rho Chi Academic Honorary Awards: Rho Chi
Taylor Noland - Taylor would like to thank Brigid and Madi for getting her through the program. She could not have done it without good friends by her side
Plans after Graduation: I’ll be starting as a float pharmacist for Northern Colorado with Safeway/Albertsons after graduation
Brigid O'Flannigan - “Always dream and shoot higher than you know you can do, Try to be better than yourself ” John Steinbeck
Plans after Graduation: Community Pharmacist Organizations: NCPA-National Community Pharmacy Association, Wyoming Pharmacy Association. Awards: President's List Fall 2023, Dr. Kenneth Henderson Scholarship 2023, General Pharmacy School Scholarship 2022, Dean's List Fall 2021, Spring 2022, and Spring 2023.
Mia O'Neal - Mia would like to thank her family and friends for their continued support
Plans after Graduation: Accepted a residency position with the Indian Health Services at Phoenix Indian Medical Center
Organizations: Keepers of the Fire Student Organization Awards: P3 Honor Board Member, P4 Honor Board Member, Dean's List
Shelby Oroo - Shelby would like to thank her family and loved ones for their endless support and encouragement throughout the program Plans after Graduation: Organizations: NCPA-National Community Pharmacy Association, Wyoming Pharmacy Association, APhA ASP -American Pharmacy AssociationAcademy of Student Pharmacists.
Caitlin Porter - Caitlin would like to thank her family for their unwavering love and support, she is so grateful for everything that they have done for her and couldn’t have done it without them Caitlin is grateful for the lifelong friends that she has made throughout the last six years Even though graduating is bittersweet, her time at the University of Wyoming has been everything she could’ve asked for and she’s excited to see everyone ’ s continued success in the next phase of our journey Congrats to the Class of 2024 and Go Pokes! Plans after Graduation: Caitlin will be completing a PGY1 residency at Wyoming Medical Center Organizations: APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, President's Council Awards: WSSHP Outstanding Professional Development Award for the 2022 – 2023 year.
Doctor of Pharmacy Graduate Statements
Suyasha Pradhanang - Suyasha would like to thank her parents, family, and friends back home in Nepal and here in the US for their unwavering support She would also like to thank her professors, mentors, and classmates for their guidance, inspiration, and friendships And last but not least to her cat, Cami Whose purrs and biscuits provided comfort and stability during challenging times.
Plans after Graduation: Working as a Clinical Pharmacist in Montana Organizations: APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary, President's Council, Wyoming Pharmacy Association
Riley Rafferty - Riley would like to thank her family for always believing in her and her classmates for their support and encouragement the past 4 years She couldn’t have done it without all of you by her side Organizations: APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists, ASHPAmerican Society Health System Pharmacy, PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary, President's Council. Awards: P3 and P4 Class President.
Lucy Sanchez Dufresne - Lucy would like to thank her family and husband for the love and support they gave her throughout school and for being her biggest motivation She is grateful for her professors' exemplary mentorship and high standards in pharmacy practice, their guidance have inspired her to strive for excellence in her career as a pharmacist. Lastly she would like to thank her classmates for going through this journey with her and making it enjoyable even when times got difficult
Plans after Graduation: Work at a family medicine clinic Organizations: NCPA-National Community Pharmacy Association Awards: President’s List, First Generation Honors Society – Tri Alpha, Pharmacy General Scholarship, Dean's List, Stanley M Reinhaus Scholarship, Walgreens Diversity Scholarship, Dr Laura F McNicholas Pharmacology Scholarship.
Haley Timm - Haley would like to thank her parents, grandmother, and her aunts and uncles for the continued support throughout her educational experience
Plans after Graduation: Haley will start work as a Float Pharmacist with OSCO in Northern Colorado while finishing her Masters in Health Service Administration
Organizations: PLS- Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honorary, ASHP-American Society of Health System Pharmacy.
Samantha White - Samantha would like to thank her fiancé and family for supporting her through this academic journey She couldn't have done it without all of you
Plans after Graduation: After graduation, I will be working for Walgreens in Wyoming Organizations: NCPANational Community Pharmacy Association, APhA ASP -American Pharmacy Association- Academy of Student Pharmacists, ASHP-American Society Health System Pharmacy, Rho Chi Academic Honorary
Samuel Williams - Sam would like to thank his professors for all of their hard work in preparing him to make it this far. He will miss his peers and wishes them luck in all of their endeavors.
Plans after Graduation: Safeway pharmacy, Douglas WY
Oath of the Pharmacist
I promise to devote myself to a lifetime of service to others through the profession of pharmacy. In fulfilling this vow:
I will consider the welfare of humanity and relief of suffering my primary concerns.
I will promote inclusion, embrace diversity, and advocate for justice to advance health equity.
I will apply my knowledge, experience, and skills to the best of my ability to assure optimal outcomes for my patients.
I will respect and protect all personal and health information entrusted to me.
I will accept the responsibility to improve my professional knowledge, expertise, and self-awareness.
I will hold myself and my colleagues to the highest principles of our profession’s moral, ethical and legal conduct.
I will embrace and advocate changes that improve patient care.
I will utilize my knowledge, skills, experiences, and values to prepare the next generation of pharmacists.
I take these vows voluntarily with the full realization of the responsibility with which I am entrusted by the public.
