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Doctoral Student Wins Krown Fellowship
Doctoral student Jordanna Jayne is the 2018-2019 recipient of the Charles and Charlotte Krown Fellowship, the most prestigious award given to graduate students at the USC School of Pharmacy.
HCDA Students Get First-Hand Access to Industry Leaders
The USC School of Pharmacy’s Healthcare Decision Analysis (HCDA) program is known for bringing a wide variety of high-profile business leaders to campus to speak to students.
Who Wins When a Prescription Copay Exceeds the Drug Price? Not the Patient
A USC study — co-authored by USC School of Pharmacy associate professor Geoffrey Joyce, director of health policy at the USC Schaeffer Center — sheds light on a practice that occurs more often than we think.
Alumni Spotlight: Renita Moradian
Meet Renita Moradian, the first student to receive the USC School of Pharmacy’s new bachelor of science degree in pharmacology and drug development.
Continuing a Legacy of Support for Junior Faculty
The late Kathleen Johnson, PharmD ’78, MPH, PhD, was committed to nurturing emerging leaders in the field. Now, the USC School of Pharmacy is paying tribute to her memory through creation of a fund to foster promising new research and support professional development for early-career faculty.
Moving Targets Symposium Focuses on Pain Management
With the theme of pain management, the 17th annual Moving Targets symposium on Friday, Aug. 17 focused on current breakthroughs in the field of pain medicine, with an emphasis on combating the opioid crisis.
Pharmacy White Coat Ceremony Is a Family Affair
198 members of the Class of 2022 took their first steps toward becoming Doctors of Pharmacy at the annual White Coat Ceremony on Thursday, August 16.
Medicaid Expansion Increases Access to Diabetes Medications
A new study led by researchers from USC and the University of Chicago found that low-income people with diabetes are better able to afford their medications and manage their disease in states that expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.
From Ancient Chinese Remedy to Potential Alzheimer’s Treatment
Having shown the power of an ancient Chinese hangover remedy, Research Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Jing Liang, MD, PhD, is now determined to unlock the mysteries of its effectiveness.
Student Spotlight: Lilia Earnest
Meet PharmD/MBA student Lilia Earnest, who describes her experiences in USC’s dual degree program and offers advice to fellow pharmacy students considering a dual degree: “Don’t be afraid to challenge yourself and apply for the program.”