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  The School of Pharmacy maintains multiple core labs for use by faculty and other researchers to support the cutting-edge work pursued by scientists throughout the School and the University. These laboratories include state-of-the-art equipment suites with appropriate research staff support, providing facilities not typically maintained in individual labs.
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  - Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences
  - Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Economics & Policy
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- Jean Shih, Ph.D.
  University Professor; Boyd P. And Elsie Welin Professor in Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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About Us
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  The USC School of Pharmacy is committed to making a difference in the world and offering opportunities to those who have historically been under-represented in the pharmacy profession. Read about the initiative below.
- Distinctions

Preparing the next generation of professionals

The USC School of Pharmacy celebrates its 106th Commencement. Learn more
Supporting research that develops policy solutions

USC announces leadership gift of $25 million for the Leonard D. Schaeffer Center for Health Policy and Economics. Learn more
Innovating practice models to meet healthcare needs

The School is pioneering new models of care to address pressing needs and to provide students with diverse patient experiences. Learn more
Fueling America's innovation

Innovators Roberta Diaz Brinton and Andrew MacKay take aim at Alzheimer's disease and cancer respectively. Learn more
Reaching out to the community

The School is committed to improving the lives of our neighbors, while at the same time offering students unique hands-on experiences at over 300 sites. Learn more
Advocating for the profession

Dean Vanderveen and other national pharmacy leaders are strategically working to make the pharmacist a recognized healthcare provider. Learn more
Making a global impact

School of Pharmacy students head to Central America to volunteer, educate and expand their global horizons. Learn more

News & Events

USC School of Pharmacy Hawaii Summer Conference

There's still time to sign up for this amazing week in Maui that promises new, vital professional insights in a fabulous environment.

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Andrew MacKay's Imaging Tool for Cancer Therapy Moves to Next Phase

The USC Ming Hsieh Institute has given MacKay additional support to continue his promising work.

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School of Pharmacy Celebrates at Annual Alumni/Senior Awards Banquet

Honorees include Steven Chen as Alumnus of the Year and Josephine Heeres as the 2013 Honorary Alumna.

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Festival of Books Attracts 150,000 to USC Campus

School of Pharmacy students provide health screenings and education in the USC Health and Wellness Pavilion and Professor Mel Baron participates on a panel at the annual event.

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Mira Bakas

I would like to do a little bit of everything. I really like out-patient, in-patient and am-care.
Mira Bakas
PharmD Student

Andrew Gould

Right now I'm bouncing back and forth between wanting to pursue research and wanting to work in industry. Ultimately, I would like a government position.
Andrew Gould
PhD Student in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology

Michael Davidson

I would like to go into ambulatory care. I like the patient interaction, and I like being able to help people.
Michael Davidson
PharmD Student

Robert Mo

My ultimate career aspiration would be to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry, where I can eventually manage a lab and develop therapeutic compounds for patients around the world.
Robert Mo
PhD Student in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Janeane Moura

I want to pursue in-patient pharmacy. That’s the area I work in now, and it’s where I feel the most comfortable. Ultimately it will be determined by who hires me!
Janeane Moura
PharmD Student

Julie Ngo

I actually see myself teaching at the School of Pharmacy many years down the road. Before that I would like to work as a clinical pharmacist in a hospital setting.
Julie Ngo
PharmD Student

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