The mission of the Union University School of Pharmacy is to develop compassionate, comprehensively trained practitioners who are equipped to meet the immediate and future demands of pharmaceutical science and patient care in an ever changing health care environment.
The vision of the Union University School of Pharmacy is to:
Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones & Dr. Cynthia Fisher
The organization seeks to encourage all pharmacy students to become more knowledgeable about APhA and the profession of pharmacy.
Advisor: Dr. Ashok Philip & Dr. Joy Greene
Our mission is to encourage spiritual growth among fellow pharmacy students, faculty, and staff through Bible study, prayer, and fellowship to in turn be as a city on a hill that cannot be hidden and the light to a darkened world (Matthew 5:4).
Advisor: Dr. Cindy Fisher & Laura Ladymon
National Community Pharmacists Association offers pharmacy students a wide array of opportunities to broaden and enrich their educational experience, gain valuable real world skills, earn scholarships, and have fun in the process. Our mission is to encourage, foster, and recognize an interest in community pharmacy ownership and entrepreneurship among the future leaders of their profession.
Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones & Dr. Andrew Martin
The primary goal of this organization is to promote the development of leadership qualities, especially among pharmacy students. Through peer recognition, the Society encourages participation in all pharmacy activities. Since membership crosses fraternal and organizational lines, the Society does not compete with other pharmacy organizations.
Advisor: Dr. Joel Owen & Dr. Richard Addo
Union University School of Pharmacy provides a professional and exciting learning environment in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Our mission is to advance our knowledge and assume significant leadership positions within the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Our primary goal is to work closely with the department's faculty in an effort to advance our knowledge and learn about opportunities in the field. We spread the word about our chapter's existence and enlighten our peers of the opportunities that exist within this organization. We strive to be active in our community and encourage participation in the American Association of Pharmaceutical Sciences activities at the local, regional, and national level.
Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones
The Society seeks to serve as the collective and representative voice of student pharmacists; to advocate for and improve the health and welfare of Tennesseans; to provide opportunities for personal and professional development; to advocate for the provision of quality of pharmacy education; to facilitate continued involvement and leadership upon graduation; and to envision and shape the future of pharmacy.
Advisor: Dr. Kim Jones & Dr. Jodi Taylor
The purpose of the 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, and encourage membership and participation in the state society and national society as a student upon graduation.
Donna Randolph ('14), Nashville, TennesseeNotable Fact: I was the only girl snare drummer in my high school drum line.
Favorite Quote: “Be the person your dog thinks you are.” Unknown
Who has been most influential in your life and why? My dad. At 74 years old, he still works full-time as a pharmacist and he instilled in me a belief that I could become a pharmacist, too.
If you could go back and give your P1 year self some advice, what would it be? Really learn the ANS system in second semester Pharmacology because you will always need this information.
Who inspires you? My mom. She went back to school and received her Doctorate of Education at the age of 69. Now, at the age of 73, she still works full time. She has taught me that it is never too late to pursue your dreams and that life is good!
Why did you choose UUSOP? I believe that the faculty and staff truly care about each student. I knew that I would be encouraged both academically and spiritually in a Christ-Centered environment.
Emily Crum ('15), Dyersburg, TennesseeFavorite Quote: “When you choose the paradigm of service, it turns everything you do from a job into a gift.” Oprah Winfrey
What do you like best about the pharmacy? The faculty, staff and upperclassmen have been so welcoming and willing to help ensure that we, as first year students, are successful.
What is your favorite book? Any Chicken Soup for the Soul.
In what kind of setting do you want to practice? Compounding or nuclear pharmacy.
Kanika Robinson ('14), Memphis, TennesseeFavorite Bible verse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
If you could go back and give your P1-year self some advice what would it be? Breathe and take things one day at a time.
What has been your most rewarding experience of the program so far? In January 2011, several of the students, faculty and staff went on a mission trip to Belize. It was very spiritually renewing.
What do you like best about the pharmacy program? The faculty, staff, classmates and our exceptional building!
Megan Rowlett ('12), Paris, TennesseeIf you could go back and giver your P1-year self some advice what would it be? Don’t spend all your free time outside of school studying. Yes, grades are very important, but so are the relationships you build with your classmates. They will be your family during your time in school. Free time gets more scarce as you move through the program.
In what kind of setting do you want to practice? I want to work in a community pharmacy.
What has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? My involvement in the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists has been invaluable. I have had the opportunity to practice my skills in patient care activities and also develop my leadership skills by being a charter member and officer for our school’s chapter.
Neil Hunter ('14), Watertown, New YorkIf you could go back and give your P1-year self some advice what would it be? It is extremely important to read ahead. This will help lectures make much more sense and give you a higher chance to do well on exams.
What has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? The ability to do research with Dr. Blake Watkins and Dr. Ashok Philip has been amazing. I have had the opportunity to work on projects involving the design and synthesis of anti-anthrax, anti-tuberculosis, and anti-cancer drugs.
What is your favorite book? The Pharmacotherapy Handbook is a lifesaver for any pharmacy student!
In what kind of setting do you want to practice? I see myself as a clinical pharmacist hopefully specializing in the field of nephrology.
Angela Kee ('14), Threeway, TennesseeWhat is your favorite book? Heaven by Randy Alcorn.
What has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? Organizing the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists flu clinics has been a great experience. By reaching out to local pharmacies and other members of our community, I’ve had the chance to get to know a lot of new people.
If you could go back and give your P1-year self some advice what would it be? Study hard in your first year so that your second year won’t be such a shock.
Who or what inspires you? My great-grandmother has always been my inspiration because of her strong love for God and family.
Sheena LeClerc ('14), Kirkland Lake, Ontario, CanadaWhat do you like best about the pharmacy program? The faculty and staff are among the most amazing people I have ever met in my life. They truly care about each student as individuals. They go above and beyond to make our experience a good one.
Favorite quote: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” Mark Twain
When you have free time what do you like to do? Spend time with the ones I love, SCUBA diving, traveling to new places, and hiking.
What advice do you have for prospective students? Just be yourself – the rest will follow.
Paul Lyons ('15), Lebanon, IndianaWho has been most influential in your life? My parents have been so influential. They are the ones that instilled in me the morals, values, and patience I have today.
Why did you choose Union’s pharmacy program? I was really impressed by the program and the personalities of the faculty and students who interviewed me.
What advice do you have for prospective students? You’ll love it here – it is not easy but it is worth it.
Why do you like best about the pharmacy program? The faculty are all incredibly friendly.
What is your favorite book? Any of the Harry Potter series.
Allorie Smith ('12), Ripley, TennesseeWhat has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? Meeting with prospective students has been great. To have the opportunity to speak with them and help them feel comfortable is fun. I also like to give them a tour of the building. We have fantastic facilities and I love to show them off!
What do you like best about the pharmacy program? The people that make up the pharmacy program – I have been so lucky to get to know the faculty and staff. They are a wonderful group of people and I love the fact that our school is small enough that we get to know each other.
If you could go back and give your P1-year self some advice what would it be? Study to commit things to memory – don’t just learn things for the test.
Megan McAlpin ('13), Havre, MontanaWho is the one person who has been most influential in your life? My mother – she raised my brother and me on her own for 12 years. She worked two jobs to give us chances and a life that she didn’t get to have. She’s one of the most generous and caring people I know.
What do you like most about the pharmacy program? The faculty – I know each of them and they know me. I am not just another number here.
In what kind of setting do you want to practice? I want to work in an urban hospital.
What advice do you have for prospective students? Visit the campus and get a good feel for the school and the people that are a part of it. Be prepared for a lot of hard but rewarding work.
Ashley Turner ('12), Humboldt, TennesseeFavorite Scripture: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11.
What has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? Serving as President of the Class of 2012 has been an awesome learning experience. I have had the opportunity to not only work with fellow students but also faculty. It is nice to get involved and be able to contribute to the School of Pharmacy.
In what kind of setting do you want to practice? I want to work in retail pharmacy. I love being able to communicate with patients face to face and really take the time to counsel them on their medications.
If you could go back and give your P1-year self some advice what would it be? Every class has a purpose. One way or another, everything you learn will eventually be put to use. So take it all in and realize that everything you are learning is valuable.
Justin Wilson ('13), LaFollette, TennesseeFavorite Quote: “Nothing is particularly hard if you divide it into small jobs.” Henry Ford.
What has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? Participating in Flu Shot Clinics and being a part of the Intramural Basketball Championship team in my P1 year.
What inspires you? Knowing that I am going to be able to give back to my community once I graduate and begin my career inspires me. Being able to help people and extend excellent patient care to those I come in contact with will be very rewarding.
In what kind of setting do you want to practice? I want to be in retail chain or community pharmacy.
If you could go back and give your P1-self some advice what would it be? Study hard and learn as much pharmacy math as possible.
Kate Wilcoxen ('14), Tuscaloosa, AlabamaFavorite Quote: “Opportunity is missed by most people because it comes dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Thomas Edison.
What do you like best about the program? I love the fact that the faculty are available to talk to us whenever we need them. It makes it easy to deal with issues when you have people who are willing to help you through them.
What has been your most rewarding extracurricular activity? Volunteering with fellow students at Rural Inter Faith Ministries has been very rewarding. There are so many good things going on there that help the underserved in our community.
When you have free time what do you like to do? Watch Alabama football, Atlanta Braves baseball, cook, and enjoy good music.
Rachel Littleton ('12), Kingsport, TennesseeFavorite Quote: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Who is the one person that has been the most influential in your life and why? My grandmother, Iva Crawford. She is the Godliest woman I know and she has inspired me to always rely on God and follow my dreams.
Favorite Bible verse: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish buy have eternal life.” John 3:16 NIV.
What has been one of your favorite rotations? I really enjoyed Ambulatory Care at North Mississippi Medical Center with Dr. James Taylor. I was able to partake in hands-on patient care with some of the most common disease states that affect the American population today: hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and asthma.
Why did you choose UUSOP? I chose UUSOP because of its Christian affiliation and the smaller size of the school. I attended a small undergraduate college and I was looking for something where I could have one-on-one interaction. I enjoy attending a school where you are a person and not a number.
If you could go back and give your P1-self some advice, what would it be? Take time to enjoy the experience of pharmacy school. Everyone always says that it flies by, and it does. When you are in the middle of the program it seems to never end, but just keep pushing through. Also, build relationships with your classmates – they are your support structure.
King receives $10,000 AACP grant for pharmacy researchSean King, assistant professor of pharmaceutical sciences at Union University, was one of 18 recipients of the New Investigator Award given by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. The $10,000 grant provides start-up funding for research programs for new pharmacy faculty members. ... - (READ MORE)
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