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And whatever specialty the student or resident decides on, it does not have to define the rest of their career.

Following this year’s Match Day on March 15, pharmacists at US Pharmacopeia (USP) explain some of the opportunities student pharmacists can pursue outside of the traditional pharmacy career model.

Shane Desselle, RPh, PhD, FAPhA, associate dean for Research and Professional Affairs at the Touro University California College of Pharmacy, discusses what the Granada Statements are and why they are important for student pharmacists.

Pharmacy programs are implementing new practices into their curriculum and research is being focused on mental health care.

In part 1 of this panel discussion, experts address how they define traditional versus nontraditional oncology pharmacy roles today, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of pursuing such a career path based on their experience.

Two members of a clinical-stage authoring group discuss education programs and the alternative career path of medical writing, which can offer hybrid/virtual work-life balance opportunities.

In addition to vital historical contributions, pharmacists of color are crucial in reaching marginalized communities and providing culturally competent care.

Students may be hesitant to discuss migraines, which can lead to absences, difficulties in personal life, financial burdens, and poor mental health.

Their exclusion ripples into demand estimates for pharmacists, leading to a distorted picture of pharmacist demand and, ultimately, impacting the number of individuals choosing to enter the profession.

Amanda Ryan, the director of Education for the Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA), discusses a new PQA program to teach pharmacy and other health professions students the basics of quality measurement and strategies to improve medication safety, adherence and appropriate use.

Matt Gibbs, president of Capital Rx, to discusses alternative career paths for students, including independently owned PBMs.

The scholarship is accepting applications until February 28, 2023, and 4 pharmacy school students will be announced in April.

In querying pharmacists about what is required to be successful, many so-called “soft skills” in the social and administrative sciences rise to the top, but more evidence is needed.

Mentorship is a long-term and formative process and interaction that extends beyond initial discussions regarding the mentee's career path.

From newsworthy moments to groundbreaking research, these were the most-read articles on Pharmacy Times in 2022.

Pharmacists and student pharmacists became the center of responding to the Monkeypox outbreak by providing immunizations to their communities.

By interpreting and applying the data provided by algorithms, pharmacists are uniquely equipped to guide development of more patient-centered care.

Dr. Jaclyn Boyle is assistant dean for Student Success and associate professor of Pharmacy Practice at Northeast Ohio Medical University.

A diverse population and financial obstacles present unique challenges for pharmacists in Hawaii.

Instagram offers a myriad of ways to share content and connect with others.

Students should prepare to be preceptors early in their pharmacy school careers.

Children's books about the field of pharmacy are surprisingly scarce.

Education and support inspire trust between patients and pharmacists.

Students should ask questions and stay engaged in their education.

Pharmacy school is about more than academics—it's also a time to build relationships and explore opportunities.