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Meeting the New Demands Turning the Supertanker Bulletin Board on Pharmacists Page 11 Page 18 Page 3 Alumni input in the annual NEW! The PCP experience rises to the chal- survey makes a difference. ✹Alumni Connections lenge of training today’s pharmacists. Page 24 Commencement 2009 • Class Notes 100 Years of Hoops Page 13 • Legacy Profile and Hoopla Nearly 640 students were granted • Alumni Events degrees in 2008–09. Meet five of Page 8 • Reunion 2009 those graduates. Basketball was first played at the Uni- versity in 1902 and over those 100-plus years, lessons were learned on and off Putting Theory into Practice Scholarly Activity Page 33 the hardwood. Page 16 A trip to Ecuador provides physician assistants in training with a true Sports in Short hands-on experience. Inside Back Cover

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SHERRY TORKOS P’92 used a medical issue on a path to natural medicine. from the president a publication of university of the sciences in philadelphia The USP Bulletin is produced by the Marketing Department and Office of At the close of our May 2009 majority of our funding, we will The enrollment study is one ex- Institutional Advancement Executive Director, commencement ceremonies, not fully be able to grasp what ample of an important investment Marketing and E-Marketing we will have sent nearly 600 the economic situation means to that we are making to be poised Maria Goldblatt students into the world with the University until this coming for the future. Senior Director, News & Public Relations, Editor Brian Kirschner degrees from University of the fall when we see how many of our publication design Sciences this year. They are newest students arrive on cam- While the current national and Senior Director, Creative & Integrated Marketing Angela Buchanico certainly finding a different career pus. While our applications and worldwide economic environment Web and Graphic Designer landscape than graduates of any deposits are keeping pace, it is gives me pause in the short term, Shannon Evans recent memory. I am comforted to nearly impossible to predict if stu- I am as hopeful as ever that, when assistant editors know that with their new degrees, dents and their families will have Scholarly Activity the pendulum starts its upward Carol R. Cool historically more than 90 percent access to loans they are seeking swing, the future will bring a new- Class Notes of these grads are finding employ- to finance their educations. found sense of optimism for all of Nichole Wilson ment or further education in their contributors those affected and the University Elizabeth Bressi-Stoppe fields within three months of We are taking numerous steps will be in a stronger position for Carol R. Cool graduation. across the board to act in the continued growth. Thomas W. Durso most economical and April Hall Bob Heller efficient manner. One Sincerely, Brian Kirschner of these many steps Randy Levine includes a compre- Marisa Olson hensive, multiphased Robin Schuman Rapport enrollment management Institutional Advancement Philip P. Gerbino Vice President, Institutional Advancement study. Our new provost, P’69, PharmD’70 Ann Satterthwaite Dr. Russell J. DiGate, is Director, Major Gifts President leading the University on Joe Leive Director, Development this critically important Doven Collins assessment. Director, Advancement Services Necie Steward Manager, Alumni Relations The first phase involves Nancy Shils the development of a Alumni Relations Officer Pat McNelly data-driven strategic Manager, Annual Fund While healthcare and educa- plan that will help chart a course Bryan Park tion sectors remain strong and for strategic recruitment, enroll- Manager, Donor Relations growing, the economic climate ment management, and retention Sarah Lingerfelt Manager, Institutional Advancement continues to cause great concern initiatives of students. The com- Pauline Grant for me. I think about our alumni, pleted blueprint will help us to The mission of University of the Comments? Contact Institutional Advancement at 888.857.6264 our parents and students, our re- create a plan that will impact the Sciences in Philadelphia is to educate students to become lead- photo credits cent grads, our faculty and staff, incoming class for the 2010–11 Front cover, pp. 2-7, 9, 13-15, 21, 24-25, 34-35 and our friends of the University. academic year and benefit faculty ers and innovators in the sciences, ©2009 Scott Hewitt; pp. 19 ©2009 Kim Sokoloff. The list goes on. health professions, and emerging The USP Bulletin (ISSN 1524–8348) is published and staff by identifying capacity three times a year by University of the Sciences in each of our programs, resource related disciplines. Building on our in Philadelphia, 600 South 43rd Street, I recently wrote to you about and space requirements, and cost legacy as the nation’s first college of Philadelphia, PA 19104-4495. pharmacy, we provide excellence in postmaster: Send address changes to Bulletin, some of the steps we had allocations for educating students University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, 600 taken and are taking to shield the in each of the programs. This teaching, research, and service. South 43rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-4495, Attention: Marie Schwarzl. Periodicals postage University from as much of the endeavor is certainly the most paid at Philadelphia, PA. University of the Sciences impact as possible. Truthfully, comprehensive of its kind for our in Philadelphia admits students of any gender, age, as an institution that is depen- University. disability, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, or national origin. The University is an Equal dent upon tuition to provide the Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. usp bulletin: meeting new demands on pharmacists page 3

“When you can actually practice what you’ve learned, it really sticks and becomes more prominent. It is something that you can relate to instead of just words on a piece of paper.” MARK ANGELES PharmD’11 Meeting the New Demands on Pharmacists: The PCP Experience Rises to the Challenge

By Robin Schuman Rapport

The room on the second floor of Griffith Hall resembles a typical hospital suite. An IV stand and equipment cart are on one side of the elevated bed, and a monitor constantly updating vital signs is on the other. The patient barely shows any sign of life. On closer inspection, however, it becomes clear that is no problem for the life-size training Continued on page 4 What’s New at the CAPS Lab?

The Center for Advanced Pharmacy Studies (CAPS) lab was remodeled

Continued from page 3 to allow for a more interactive and learner-centered environment as well as to upgrade the technology used for teaching. Approximately manikin named MegaCode Kelly. Kelly is as real as it gets—with breath sounds, a pulse, $175,000 was spent on upgrading this lab, which included the CAPS and places for IV and central lines. Simulation Lab, MegaCode Kelly plus control unit, a hospital bed, 35 For students like MARK ANGELES MicroSim licenses, a PCA pump, a glove box, a full multimedia video PharmD’11, the room provides invaluable data projection system, 55 computers on 26 double-size desks on training opportunities for his future. casters, 4 (37") HD wall-/ceiling-mounted monitors, 2 (50") HD wall-/ “When you can actually practice what ceiling-monitors, a ceiling-mounted document camera, and a DVD/VCR. you’ve learned, it really sticks and becomes more prominent. It is something that you can relate to instead of just words on a piece of paper,” Angeles said. “In a room like this, you learn things like blood pres- sure screening and different clinical skills for use when you are working alongside a physician.”

As the role of today’s pharmacist grows and changes, so does the University’s Philadelphia College of Pharmacy (PCP). PCP is the oldest and largest college within the University and steeped in a long tradition of educating pharmacists and leaders within the profession of pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry. At the same time, it continues to adapt to meet the needs of a rapidly changing healthcare environment.

“The traditional curricula in the past were very knowledge based, and students were passive learners,” remarked LISA A.

“PCP is redefining itself to meet the needs of our students.” ANDREW M. PETERSON, PharmD, PhD usp bulletin: meeting new demands on pharmacists page 5

LAWSON, PharmD, who was appointed Changing with the Times While PCP’s interim dean in the fall. “We are Keeping an Honored Tradition moving from a very content-heavy, lecture- “Our programs use the latest approaches based, and teacher-centered curriculum to teaching, emphasize problem solving, to a learner-centered, active-learning, and and integrate state-of-the-art technology in interactive environment reinforced with the classroom, in patient care, and in other experiential opportunities. Now, we want professional and business environments,” students to be able to internalize an expe- said Dr. DiGate. Plus, by offering a diverse, rience while working with patients and collaborative curriculum, adapting it to the other health professionals so that they are needs of the profession, and providing an prepared to provide pharmacy services and experience-based education, PCP’s students take on new roles.”

Dr. Lawson, who took the reins when RUSSELL The remodeling and new equipment support PCP’s J. DIGATE, PhD, commitment to students, cultivating more interactive stepped down teaching, advancing the use of technology, and improving to become the University’s pro- the environment for teamwork and simulation training. vost in November 2008, is reshap- ing PCP with ADEBOYE ADEJARE, PhD, are better prepared for leadership roles in professor and chair of PCP’s Department this changing field. of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and ANDREW “PCP is redefining itself to meet the needs M. PETERSON, PharmD, PhD, associate of our students,” explained Dr. Peterson. professor of clinical pharmacy, who chairs “Currently, up to 60 percent of our gradu- the Department of Pharmacy Practice and ates go on to work in community phar- Pharmacy Administration. macy. Therefore, we are shifting our focus and preparing faculty to help students

Continued on page 6 Career focus of PCP’s graduates PCP’s Growing Commitment to Community Pharmacy

Undecided 10% Post-Graduate Community pharmacies are Training growing in both importance and Not Important 11% 20% scope. PCP’s entry-level PharmD Community Other program attracts many of the Pharmacy 10% nation’s top students and prepares 60% Hospital Pharmacy them for careers in community 10% pharmacy. The program focuses not only on traditional pharmacy services but also has an eye on the future, in which pharmacists Continued from page 5 are innovative and provide much-needed services, such as become successful practitioners in the field.” as pharmacy consultants and advisors to Toward these efforts, PCP has added a physicians, hospitals, clinics, skilled nursing medication therapy management director of community pharmacy practice facilities, health plans, and managed care and patient immunizations. PCP experiences and two new community phar- organizations. is making a strong commitment macy practice faculty members (see sidebar In addition to its renowned high-quality to community pharmacy by on this page). academic training, PCP has made other expanding its community practice Additionally, the college is actively prepar- changes to prepare students for these and program with these impressive, ing students for the changing roles of phar- other real-life demands: macists. For instance, in many states, phar- new faculty members: • PCP’s newly remodeled state-of-the-art macists can now immunize. In some states, Center for Advanced Pharmacy Studies pharmacists may prescribe certain drugs. Director of community (CAPS) laboratory offers interactive Plus, pharmacists are serving as educators simulated training of situations that pharmacy practice in community healthcare, wellness, and the pharmacists encounter, promotes more care of diabetes and other chronic diseases. experiences: HENRY active learning, maximizes various What’s more, pharmacists are playing vital M. SCHWARTZ, learning styles, and fosters faculty- new roles in hospitals. They are also serving PharmD, CDE student relationships.

• As already mentioned, “MegaCode Kelly” lies on an actual hospital bed and provides real-life simulations of Assistant professor of advanced emergency hospital/pre- clinical pharmacy: hospital experiences. Students learn to GLADYS M. GARCIA, work as a team in providing emergency PharmD care by using hospital protocols, check- ing vital signs, administering medicine, and saving the life of their simulated, high-tech plastic patient.

• The Department of Pharmacy Practice Assistant professor and Pharmacy Administration moved of clinical pharmacy: its research lab to a larger location and JENNIFER A. acquired additional equipment for REINHOLD, BA, projects involving tissue culture, pharmacokinetic, and pharmacogenetic PharmD analyses. An increasing number of PCP usp bulletin: meeting new demands on pharmacists page 7

“By the conclusion of their six years, we want to prepare students to be able to take on new roles and to continually upgrade themselves and their practices.” LISA A. LAWSON, PharmD

students are participating in hands-on dents through the advent of a Dean’s and Student Society of Health-System research opportunities and experience Student Advisory Council, the PharmD Pharmacy/American Society of Health- in this state-of-the art laboratory before Program Executive Council composed System Pharmacists (PSHP/ASHP). These they graduate. of faculty and student representatives, types of activities not only give back to and increasing student representation the community we live in, but they also • The Department of Pharmaceutical on faculty committees. All are aimed help students develop their teamwork Sciences is “one of the few places in the at developing leadership skills, gaining and leadership skills. nation where students can gain expe- student perspectives about the pro- rience in a manufacturing lab,” Dr. At the core, all of these modifications to gram, and enhancing student-faculty Adejare notes. “Interested students can the students’ education and experience are interactions. elect courses where they, literally, can designed to help support PCP’s refined take a drug from synthesis through an Other changes include 12 new faculty vision and its mission “to develop respected initial set of tablets.” This unique expe- members representing various disciplines professionals and leaders in the science, rience helps students customize their that support student learning. The White practice, and business of pharmacy.” academic program and excel in the Coat Ceremony, a hallmark of professional “We want to make students independent, job market. transition, is just one of the activities stu- self, and lifelong learners. The healthcare dents engage in during their professional • One of the biggest changes is the environment is constantly changing, and years. Nearly all of PCP’s students provide Introductory Pharmacy Practice our students have to be able to reinvent service, wellness care, and patient educa- Experiences (IPPE). These experiences themselves several times during their pro- tion through their participation in student have been expanded from the final year fessional lives.” Dr. Lawson said. “By the professional organizations such as Academy of the program and now are required conclusion of their six years, we want to of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP), in each of the professional years, prepare them to be able to take on new American Pharmacists Association– which begin at the start of a student’s roles and to continually upgrade themselves Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA- third year. and their practices. In the end, it will be the ASP), National Community Pharmacists patient who benefits the most.” • There is also a bigger emphasis in Association (NCPA), Student National engaging and communicating with stu- Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA), 100 Years of Hoops and Hoopla by Thomas W. Durso

Dr. GILBERT E. D’ALONZO BI’70, stances may have been uncommon, but his RICHARDS MPT’93, a four-year guard- PhCog’73 was chatting amiably and commitment was not. Far from the lucrative forward. “You did it for the love of the fondly about his days playing basketball television contracts and forgiving academ- game. You didn’t do it because you were at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and ics of the Division I basketball factories, the getting something out of it.” Science in the late 1960s when, without University’s basketball programs—the men    warning, his voice breaks and his words now having played for their 100th season, suddenly are dense with emotion. the women their 21st—have been welcom- The inaugural season of basketball at the ing student-athletes who devote themselves Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, in 1902, “During that whole time there was Vietnam to the game out of nothing more than produced a 5-4 record, including a game going on,” recalled Dr. D’Alonzo, a profes- simple passion while simultaneously forfeited to the College by Medico Chi “on sor of medicine at Temple University. “Here subjecting themselves to a rigorous, account of professionalism,” according to we are, a bunch of guys going to an incred- demanding education. the 1902 yearbook. Gaining traction was ibly tough school, trying to play basketball, and if you flunked out of school, you went None of them would trade such an to Vietnam. It created an emotional milieu intense, difficult experience for anything that was tough.” in the world.

Despite the prospect of combat should the “Going to what at the time was a Division burden of playing become too onerous, Dr. III program, we didn’t get any [scholar- D’Alonzo stuck with hoops. His circum- ship] money,” said KATHY HUDAK

Kim Koshineg usp bulletin: 100 years of hoops and hoopla page 9

with McNeil, for their role in bridging the state-of-the-art Athletic/Recreation Center millennium and laying the foundation for and its main arena, which was named for future generations. For after that rough Morgan. The University’s physical and aca- Shannon start, eventually the program began produc- demic expansion over the last decade has Overton ing competitive squads, though basketball’s coincided with the school’s jump to NCAA role at the school, like those of other sports, not easy. In a compilation of notes and has always been a secondary one by design. results about PCP’s early athletics history is an item about the 1906 squad that reads, “The word student always comes first,” said “No wins. Typhoid again.” Other illnesses athletic director BOBBY MORGAN, who and the World Wars prevented the College notched a school-record 598 wins in his 31 from even fielding teams for seven seasons years as head coach. “It is ‘student-athlete’ during the first half of the 20th century. (It here. It isn’t ‘athlete-student.’ People look at must be noted, though, that pharmaceutical us as a very good program at an institution industry icon ROBERT L. MCNEIL, JR., that is very highly ranked academically.” P’38, Hon DSc'70 played ball for a season during that time, an experience that helped Prior to the start of Morgan’s tenure as launch his role as a lifelong booster of the coach, the Devils played and practiced in a University’s athletics program.) lecture hall in Griffith Hall that was con- verted to a gym for games and drills. With Happier memories were shared in late upgrades to the school’s physical infra- November at a ceremony commemorat- structure came dedicated athletics facilities: ing the accomplishments of 20 outstanding first Alumni Hall, and more recently the men’s players from the last 100 years, along Continued on page 10 Emily Aponte “You did it for the love of the game.” KATHY HUDAK RICHARDS MPT’93

Athletic director BOBBY MORGAN (center PALMER, JOHN RUSH, BILL TEDOR, JOHN basketball players from the last 100 years and with foot on the line) is joined by (left to right) FLANAGAN, MIKE TERCHA, JEFF GUBER- a lifetime supporter (ROBERT L. MCNEIL, JR.) associate athletic director PAUL KLIMITAS NICK, ED MILLER, GIL D’ALONZO, FRED of Devils’ athletics who have bridged the and head men’s basketball coach DAVID SPRISSLER (representing BOB WALCHEK), millennium and laid the foundation for future PAULEY to celebrate the All-Millennium Team TOM MALSEED, and JOHN POOLE. generations. of GENE WILLARD, SHANNON OVERTON, The University celebrated the 100-year Read more at www.usp.edu/basketball100 MARK TACELOSKY, JOE MILLER, KEITH history of its men’s basketball with a ceremony ARMSON, JEFF MISENKO, GEORGE on Nov. 22, 2008, that commemorated the KINSLER, JACK KELLY, JOE SMART, MEADE accomplishments of 20 outstanding men’s “The word student always comes first. It is Bob Walchek ‘student-athlete’ here. It isn’t ‘athlete-student.’” BOBBY MORGAN, athletic director

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Division II play and basketball’s greater direction. During her time as a player she “You learn to manage your time with integration into campus life. shattered school records, the Devils moved basketball,” said ERIN CHESNAVICH into Morgan Arena, and the women’s BI’10. “You learn to go from practice into “We went from driving kids to games in my team made the NCAA tournament for studying. Sometimes if you’re studying that car to [the point] where we had an awful the first time. much, basketball is your leisure time to get lot of structure in the sense of exactly when away and clear your head.” we could practice and what the program’s More significantly, said Shumoski, who goals were,” Morgan said. “We didn’t earned dean’s list honors every semester    win any national championships, but we she was at the University, was a member Ultimately, say those connected with the got to the national championship round a of two honor societies, and graduated with program, basketball at the University number of times, and we were able to tell honors, “Playing basketball really did give complements, rather than contradicts, the our players that it was going to be a good me the structure I personally felt I needed to University’s scholarly enterprise. experience, that at the end you would have accomplish all my collegiate goals.” an education that would provide you with a “Sports, rightly or wrongly, are the front As members of small teams at a small solid base for any of your endeavors porch of a university, so a lot of people school, former players cite the camaraderie in life.” will make judgments based on how a team they felt as a defining trait of the program. looks, performs, and acts,” said current TONY CARNEY P’80, a four-year for- “We called ourselves the basketball fraterni- men’s head coach DAVE PAULEY. “Our ward, calls the balance of basketball and ty,” said four-year point guard SHANNON sports truly reflect what goes on here. You academics “a never-ending challenge,” OVERTON P’99. “Once you get a bunch hope that the lessons our players learn on though one that he remembers with relish. of guys who share a common interest and the court reflect the same things they get goals, it’s pretty much like a fraternity.” “It’s probably one of the hardest things I’ve in the classroom—working together with a ever done in my life,” Carney said. “The Dr. MARK S. KAUFFMAN P’54, who team, being able to communicate effectively, only decoration I have in my living room is played guard for four years, noted that he and the value of hard work, preparation, my diploma. It hangs by the fireplace. I sit had two African-American teammates dur- and critical-thinking skills.” there at night and think, ‘I still don’t know ing a time of subpar race relations. “We how I did it, but I’m sure glad I did.’ I’m formed very tight bonds with them, espe- prouder of that than anything I did in cially when we traveled,” he said. short pants.” Like many of his fellow players, Kauffman Two-time league MVP LEAH SHUMOSKI said that the intense schedule actually PharmD’07, turned down several Division helped turn him into a better student. “We I scholarships and willingly came to play would practice every day after school, and in outdated, subpar facilities both because I always got my best grades during the sea- the University was the right choice for her son, because I came home and didn’t have academically and because she believed the any time to watch TV,” he said. “I had to women’s program was headed in the right hit my studies.”

Leah Shumoski usp bulletin: alumni survey page 11 alumni survey Turning the Supertanker: How Alumni Voices Impact the University by Carol R. Cool

“In the past few years there have been cal arenas—that have benefited from alumni many constructive changes at University of comments. “We listen to what alumni say,” the Sciences that are a reflection of alumni said Dr. Boughner, “and would like to hear comments and concerns as expressed more. Students who are five, 10, or 15 years through the alumni survey,” said KEN out can provide better feedback than those LEIBOWITZ, MA, assistant professor of sitting in class now. They’re already apply- communication and director of special ing what they’ve learned.” assessment projects for the University. Adjustments are even being made in how Leibowitz creates and compiles the surveys the University markets itself, with a shift that are sent each spring to three-, five-, to focusing on the unique attributes of and 10-year graduates. each program and more online and digital Alumni who complete the surveys may marketing. “We listened to our alumni and wonder if their participation even matters. their experiences here, and moving forward It does, according to Leibowitz. “What we we seek to connect with all stakeholders all need to remember is that universities through social networking,” said MARIA (and any large organization) are like super- GOLDBLATT, MBA, executive director tankers; it takes awhile for them to change marketing and e-marketing. course.” The University’ strategic planning, Continued on page 12 which incorporates alumni input, has led to enhancements in everything from the food in the dining hall to the design of coursework in existing programs and the imple- “What we all need to remember is that universities (and any mentation of new majors. large organization) are like supertankers; it takes awhile for them to change course.” LISA LAWSON, PharmD, interim dean of pharmacy, said that the real-world experi- KEN LEIBOWITZ, MA, assistant professor of communication ence of alumni impacted the revamping of and director of special assessment projects the PharmD curriculum begun in the fall of 2006. In fall 2009, pharmacotherapeutics How important was your education will be spread over two years—an alumni in helping you achieve your level suggestion that came up again in this year’s How important was your education in helping survey—and coordinated with the deliv- youof achieveprofessional your level success?of professional sucess? ery of the pharmacology course, so that students will learn about diseases and the drugs used to treat each disease at the same Undecided time. (For additional changes in pharmacy 10% see page 3.) Not Important 11% ROBERT BOUGHNER, PhD, professor of Important classics, points to several initiatives—includ- 79% ing the development of the humanities and science major, the increase in study-abroad opportunities, and the revitalization of the arts offerings in both the literary and musi- Continued on page 11 The alumni relations office also uses the Professional activities engaged 2008 comparative feedback from the survey to develop a in since leaving the University survey results results stronger alumni association and work toward improvements, including addressing specific alumni requests such as improving alumni access to the Athletic/Recreation Percentage of graduates who have been 89% 92% Center (ARC). The association is looking employed in an area related to their to get alumni involved both on campus, major field of study. through involvement in student functions, and off campus, including receptions at pro- Approximate percentage of alumni who 20% 21% fessional meetings and affinity events. “We would love to develop a list of alumni will- have attended or are currently attending graduate/professional school.

The 2008 survey was the first in which information Percentage of University graduates who was collected exclusively online, an important reason have received an advanced degree or 15% 14% for alumni to ensure the alumni office has a current e- additional graduate/professional degree. mail address. Each year, survey results and analysis are posted online (www.usp.edu/assessment/alumni- Percentage of graduates who regularly survey) so that the entire University community can attend professional continuing education take advantage of them. programs. 41% 51%

ing to mentor students, volunteer at events, Percentage of alumni who have started or serve in other capacities they’re passion- or assumed ownership of a business since ate about,” said PAT MCNELLY, alumni leaving the University. 6% 5% relations officer.

Leibowitz believes the survey is critical to the University’s growth and planning, can be of great service to both the I am Iproud am proud to to be be aa graduate graduate of and he is happy to have a part in it. “I’m University and our students. I look pleased to be a conduit for alumni, to forward to incorporating their of thethe University University of of the the Sciences Sciences give them a voice of what is good and expertise.” what needs to be changed here.” If a sur- Read more about the survey online vey notice appears in your mailbox or a at www.usp.edu/bulletin. reminder notice in your e-mail inbox this Yes spring, take the time to fill it out. Your 93% opinion counts.

And if you’re not a member of one of the No 7% specific years being surveyed? Your opinion still counts. RUSSELL J. DIGATE, PhD, provost of the University, wants to hear how your education prepared you for your future and how you want to be involved at your alma mater. “Our greatest asset is our more than 10,000 living alumni,” said Dr. DiGate. “Most are in the health fields and usp bulletin: commencement page 13 Commencement 2009— Launching the Careers of the Next Generation

Here is a snapshot of some of the newest alumni composing the latest generation of pharmacists, scientists, and healthcare professionals.

Diane Cesare PH/TX’09 Class of 2009 Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Commencement Snapshot* How would you describe your experience at University of the Sciences, and what will you • Total graduates 595 remember most? • Degrees granted 637 My experience at University of the Sciences • Degrees awarded has been a very educational and enjoyable • Undergraduate 523 one. My fondest memory will always be • Graduate 114 the PC-320 Techniques in Pharmacology/ • Dual-degree graduates 42 Toxicology lab when we began the animal handling. It was definitely an experi- • Men 216 ence unlike any other. • Women 379 • Age of youngest graduate 21 Was there an experience, course, or professor that impacted you the most? • Age of oldest graduate 63 • Number of states represented During my third year at school, I had to take biochemistry. In all my other classes we learned about the human body and the various channels and receptors that by graduates 22 had to be activated before an action could be generated. In biochemistry, how- • Number of countries represented by ever, we were taught the mechanics behind the opening of the channels and just graduates 10 how the binding of one molecule causes a cascade of events to occur before any • Number of graduates with a 3.40 GPA or action happens. It was this class that pulled all my other courses together and put higher my major into perspective. • Undergraduate 116 • Graduate 101 What accomplishments are you most proud of?

My senior year research project. I was able to work under Dr. Adeboye Adejare, and with the members of his laboratory, testing NMDA antagonists and their Breakdown of Degrees ability to inhibit amyloid beta plaque formation. It was a very educational experience that allowed me to build on my research techniques. • BS 162 • BS in Health Science 80 Where do you see yourself in five to 10 years? • MBA 41 • MOT 25 I see myself finished with graduate school and with a PhD in pharmacology and working in a lab to help develop a new medication for Alzheimer’s disease. • MPH 2 • MS 56 • DPT 28 “It was [biochemistry] that pulled all my other courses • PharmD 228 together and put my major into perspective.” • PhD 15

Diane Cesare PH/TX’09 *Represents all graduates including those from July 2008, September 2008, November 2008, January 2009, and May 2009. Vanessa M. Griffith BC’09 Misher College of Arts and Sciences

Why did you decide to attend University of the Was there an experience, course, or professor Sciences to pursue your degree? that impacted you the most?

I decided to attend University of the What impacted me the most was the oppor- Sciences to pursue my degree because of tunity to conduct undergraduate research its impressive reputation in launching the on the synthesis of antiretroviral (specifi- careers of many distinguished and innova- cally, anti-HIV) compounds on behalf of tive individuals in the field of healthcare a faculty member of the Department of (such as John Wyeth and Eli Lilly). In addi- Chemistry and Biochemistry. The potential tion, I feel that it provides students inter- of this research to make a global impact ested in the fields of pharmacy and science appealed to and inspired me to pursue a with sufficient preparatory knowledge and career in HIV/AIDS research. hands-on training that will ensure success in their respective career paths. Where do you see yourself in five to 10 years?

“What I will remember most is My career plans after graduation are to gain How would you describe your experience at the commendable devotion of entry-level experience working in a hospital the University? the faculty to the students.” or research facility as a laboratory scientist I would describe my experience at USP as Vanessa M. Griffith BC’09 and afterwards to pursue my doctorate or challenging yet highly rewarding. What I medical degree. In five to 10 years, I see will remember most is the commendable myself working in a hospital or research devotion of the faculty to the students. facility as a laboratory scientist (with my doctorate or medical degree).

Bill Curry MS’09 Mayes College of Healthcare Business and Policy

maceutical industry, as the program at the classes he teaches. Also, once per month, University does. The second reason I chose the biomedical writing program holds a the University is the school’s history as “Third Thursday” seminar, where someone Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, claiming working in a field related to medical writing alumni whose names are now synonymous comes to campus. The setting is intimate, with the pharmaceutical industry, such as and we were able to have a “give and take” Lilly, McNeil, Rorer, Warner, Wellcome, with whomever the expert was that month. Wyeth, and others. Third, the online classes make the program convenient. What advice or insights would you share with a prospective student? Was there an experience, course, or professor Do not be afraid to ask questions, speak up, that impacted you the most? or challenge your professors. Many students Dr. Dan Benau, the director of the biomedi- keep quiet out of fear of sounding dumb Why did you decide to attend University of the cal writing program, had the most impact or alienating the teacher. You are paying Sciences to pursue your degree? on me. He is passionate about the field, money to have access to these people; so engage them and get your money’s worth. I decided to attend the University to pur- experienced in the field, and accessible. sue my degree for a few reasons. First, He brings those three things into all of the University of the Sciences has the only master of science in biomedical/medical writing “There are other ‘medical communications’ programs, program in the entire United States. There but they do not focus on the pharmaceutical industry, are other “medical communications” pro- as the program at the University does.” grams, but they do not focus on the phar- Bill Curry MS’09 usp bulletin: commencement page 15

Srinivas J. Patkar MS’09 College of Graduate Studies

How do you expect your degree from the What advice or insights would you share with a University will prepare you for your career? prospective student?

A master’s degree from any reputable It’s a great place to learn practical stuff that school would help an individual to kick is actually carried out in the industry. The start their desired career; the same applies basic thing that one has to keep in mind is to me. An MS in bioinformatics from the to get the fundamentals down before enter- University would definitely keep me in ing the coursework because the professors good standing while applying for jobs. The expect a certain level of understanding from knowledge that I gained over the period of their students. So, obviously one has to two years will help me be a confident indi- raise his standard high to complete the class vidual when it comes to appearing for job tasks and assignments. interviews and stuff like that. Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years? “An MS in bioinformatics Was there an experience, course, or professor I see myself in the pharmaceutical industry that impacted you the most? from University of the or bioinformatics industry as a bioinformat- Sciences would definitely In fact there were quite a few courses that ics consultant or as a clinical data analyst. keep me in good standing impacted me in a positive way like genom- while applying for jobs.” ics, proteomics, and microarray technology. I have developed a keen interest in Srinivas J. Patkar MS’09 these fields.

Amanda Strugala HS’09 (minor in fitness and health management) Misher College of Arts and Sciences

How would you describe your experience at the University and what will you remember most? “Instead of the usual classroom lecture every single day, we I would describe my experience at University of the Sciences as challenging but were given the opportunity rewarding. I believe that the school has pre- to actually experience what pared me for my future aspirations. I will we were learning about.” remember some of my teachers the most, Amanda Strugala HS’09 especially those in the fitness and health management minor. I really enjoyed all of the courses within the minor, and the teachers for the minor are phenomenal! which Professor Karin Richards gave all of the responsibility to us students, and we Where do you see yourself in five to 10 years? Was there an experience, course, professor, or had to organize the entire event. Instead of the usual classroom lecture every single day, something else that impacted you the most? I see myself working as a nurse and work- we were given the opportunity to actually ing in the operating room. Hopefully, I will Yes, the fitness and health management experience what we were learning about. get married, go to Fiji for my honeymoon, course this spring semester hosted the This was important to me because it was an travel some, purchase a home, and eventu- College of Health Sciences 1st Annual experience that students are not often given ally have a couple children. In my spare Health Fair. Not only did our class host the the opportunity to engage in. time, maybe I will go back to school to earn event, but we had to do all of the planning my master’s in nursing. beforehand. It was a great experience in Putting Theory into Practice

by Randy Levine

“They let us do everything. We scrubbed into surgery. We delivered four babies. I showed up Monday, and by noon Physician assistant students gain invaluable practice I was putting in catheters by myself.” working in the field during two weeks in Ecuador. JOSEPH DEVITO PA’10

For those who aren’t interested in learning practices in a semi-third-world country,” The students benefited by being in situa- that takes place under a rock, University of said DeSipio. tions that they might not get until the pro- the Sciences is growing plenty of opportuni- fessional phase of the physician assistants DeSipio and the PA students stayed with ties for students to apply lessons from the program. host families in Santa Elena and spent their classroom and gain clinical experience in days volunteering in two nearby hospitals. DeSipio is confident the students got the very real-world situations. Most students earned as many as 70 to 80 experience they were looking for and is JANET DESIPIO, MSPAS, PA-C, director direct patient contact hours to fulfill their eager to take more students. of physician assistant studies and instructor, requirements in the program. “They were right in the middle of surgery. along with MARGIE REINHART, MS, MT “We did four rotations—emergency room, They were so happy and beside themselves (ASCP), director of the medical technol- operating room, hospitalization, and physi- with what they were able to do,” said ogy program and instructor, organized a cal therapy,” recalled JOSEPH DEVITO DeSipio who is planning future trips. “It two-week trip to Ecuador in May 2008 for PA’10. “The hands-on experience was just was a wonderful experience for them.” 18 students in the PA program that earned incredible. They let us do everything. We them direct patient contact hours. DeSipio returned to Ecuador with five stu- scrubbed into surgery. We delivered four dents this past May for two weeks. They “This trip gave them not only an oppor- babies. I showed up Monday, and by noon received their clinical experience at Hospital tunity to gain hours but also intercultural I was putting in catheters by myself.” Eugenio Espejo, an inner-city facility in experience, and it exposed them to medical Quito serving the poor and indigent. usp bulletin: alumni focus page 17 alumni focus Putting Together an “Unusual Package” Kathy Craig BW’02 by Carol R. Cool

“A photo of me in the Kimmel Center “We were busy beyond fun,” said KATHY with the Philadelphia skyline behind me CRAIG BW’02 on why she and her hus- is displayed in my office and is still an band, Larry Greller, moved to Canada in inspiration.” 2001. “We wanted to dial back.” Greller took a job with a small biotech firm. Craig KATHY CRAIG BW’02 figured her job was portable, but it took four years to gain the permanent residency At this time she began to nurture her me is displayed in my office and is still an status she needed to work. “writing bug,” writing articles for Nursing inspiration.” Craig ran into difficulties getting hired, Spectrum and other journals. An article in Craig started her own company, Craig because of her hiatus. It was also what one 2000 on the reuse of single-use devices even Research Continuum, and is expanding into employer described as an “unusual pack- brought commendation from the FDA. the U.S. as part of Schooner Healthcare age”—her background in nursing, case Halfway through work on her master’s Services. management, and biomedical writing. in health administration, she transferred Craig is still busy—speaking, writing, and Craig had spent 15 years in nursing and to Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and running a business—but apparently, it’s fun then moved into case management, which Science’s inaugural biomedical writing now, and there’s no need to dial back. she considers “advanced practice nursing.” program. Craig finished the master’s pro- Experimental and investigational treatments gram from Canada but returned to attend Read Kathy Craig’s expanded profile on and protocols were her specialties. graduation. “A photo of me in the Kimmel our website at www.usp.edu/bulletin. Center with the Philadelphia skyline behind

Helping People Live Well, Naturally “Patients were interested in natural Sherry Torkos P’92 medicine, and I recognized an by Carol R. Cool opportunity to get involved.” Sherry Torkos P’92

Years of poor health and frustration as a After graduation, Torkos lishers came calling. Her 11th teen led SHERRY TORKOS P’92 to returned to Canada and book, The Canadian Encyclopedia an interest in medicine and a career as a practiced pharmacy with of Natural Medicine, was released holistic pharmacist. She struggled with a group of 10 doctors. in 2008. undiagnosed celiac disease, an autoimmune “Patients were interested Torkos is still a practicing phar- reaction to gluten. The therapeutic supple- in natural medicine, and macist. Her website (www.sher- ments and nutrients that helped her regain I recognized an opportu- rytorkos.com), containing links to health opened her mind to the power of nity to get involved.” She her media interviews and informa- nutritional therapies. created a wellness center, tion on her books and articles, offering guidance to her She traveled from Canada to Philadelphia confirms how many irons Torkos has in the patients. to avail herself of the University’s pharmacy fire. Maybe it’s handy that she married a expertise. “I was drawn to the school’s Serving as an ambassador for good health firefighter, Rick, in 2007. strong history and heritage and all the brought Torkos opportunities to write Read Sherry Torkos’s expanded profile on University offered. I got tremendous prepa- health and nutrition articles. These led to our website at www.usp.edu/bulletin. ration for a career in pharmacy.” media interviews, and then the book pub- bulletin board

Geriatric Institute Established

Studies have shown that the number of older adults will double between now and 2030. To address this vital need, the newly established Institute for Geriatric Studies focuses squarely on the critical issues of business and policy affecting geriatric health by uniting resources to provide education and services. “As a nation, we are not prepared to meet the growing healthcare needs of our aging population,” explained RICHARD STEFANACCI, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, who will lead the development of the institute’s offerings. “This is a crisis that will only get worse with time. University of the Sciences is positioned to train future professionals to meet some of those needs from health policy to pharmacy to physical and Carrying a New Tune: Provost occupational therapy.” RUSSELL J. DIGATE, PhD, took his seat in the atrium of the McNeil Science The institute is embedded in the University’s and Technology Center, picked up his trumpet, and belted out a few songs with Mayes College of Healthcare Business and three other musicians. Policy, which was established in 2007 to connect the knowledge bases of healthcare, “I love the big band genre, especially the likes of Jimmy Dorsey, Tommy business, technology, and health policy. Dorsey, and Frank Sinatra, and the amazing back-up bands behind them,” said Dr. DiGate, who has been playing trumpet since he was 7. “I’m not much of a jazzer.”

A passerby would never have known that University President PHILIP P. GERBINO P’69, PharmD’70 had a few minutes before named Dr. DiGate the University’s new provost.

The provost announcement was made on Nov. 20, 2008, and was greeted with applause from the faculty and staff at the town meeting that day. Dr. DiGate wasted no time in filling open positions. First, he replaced himself in PCP, then filled the open dean of students post as well as Misher College and other posts (see page 19). In addition, he began an enrollment management study that will provide a blueprint for future academic planning (see president’s letter).

Dr. DiGate, who had been dean of Philadelphia College of Pharmacy since 2004, Race for Humanity served as interim provost since the departure of Provost GARY SAYED, PhD, in September 2008. He earned a PhD from the University of Rochester and did Benefits Ronald postdoctoral research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Prior to arriving at the University in August 2004, Dr. DiGate served numerous McDonald House roles at University of Maryland’s School of Pharmacy between 1997 and 2004. “We are blessed with a strong faculty and administration,” he said. “The chance Students from Omega Chi Psi at University to nurture our academic programs to even greater success is an opportunity that of the Sciences along with staff presented I just couldn’t turn down.” the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street with a donation check raised during the fraternity’s 4th Annual 5K Race for Humanity Walk/Run. usp bulletin: bulletin board page 19

New Leadership

L ISA A. LAWSON, Pharm D WIL L IAM G. CUNNINGHAM, JR., PhD Bringing extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of all pharmacy programs and WIL L IAM G. CUNNINGHAM, JR., PhD, was initiatives, LISA A. LAWSON, PharmD, was named dean of students after serving as named interim dean for Philadelphia assistant dean for student development College of Pharmacy. An associate professor in the University’s Philadelphia College of of clinical pharmacy in the Department of Pharmacy since 2003. As dean of students, Pharmacy Practice and Pharmacy Dr. Cunningham oversees a Student Affairs Administration, Dr. Lawson was director division that includes Campus Recreation, of the doctor of pharmacy program from 1989 to 1994 and then Student Health and Counseling, Career Services, Center for Commu- assistant dean of pharmacy from 1994 to 2006. Since 2008, she nity Connections, Multicultural Affairs, International Student Advis- had been serving as vice dean of pharmacy. Dr. Lawson is the first ing, Student Conduct, Student Life, Residential Living, Off-Campus female to hold this position at the University. Living, Greek Life, and Student Activities. He brings a background of student advising and counseling to the position.

SUZANNE K. MURPHY, PhD WIL L IAM L. ASHTON, MEd

Discarding the interim title she held since Having been hands-on in the formation August 2007, SUZANNE K. MURPHY, PhD, of the Mayes College of Healthcare Busi- was named dean of Misher College of Arts ness and Policy from the advisory group and Sciences. In her role as dean, Dr. Murphy to its launch on Sept. 20, 2007, it was only will manage collaboration with faculty to natural that WILLIAM L. ASHTON, MEd, was develop a strategic plan for the college, lead named founding dean. Ashton is overseeing the college in developing new programs, and the college’s continued development and work toward establishing articulations with growth. He joined the University in 2005 as other institutions, such as medical, optometry, and dental health an assistant professor in the pharmaceutical marketing and manage- professions programs. Dr. Murphy joined University of the Sciences ment program. Ashton is a former Fortune 100 senior executive with in 1985 as an assistant professor of biology. 28 years’ experience in pharmaceutical and biotechnology leadership and management.

Thawley Portrait Unveiling

Mrs. William A. Thawley admires a portrait of her late husband and former president, WILLIAM A. “BILL” THAWLEY P’38, with grandsons Drew (left) and Matthew Thawley. The portrait was unveiled on April 7. Thawley served as the 18th president of then Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science from October 1980 to January 1984. During his presidency, new majors in biochemistry and physical therapy were introduced. The Pharmacology/Toxicology Center was founded and constructed, and the William A. Thawley Auditorium in that building is dedicated in his honor. Among the family members attending the unveiling were grandson Michael Thawley, granddaughter Jennifer Silcott, and son Thomas A. Thawley. Images of Humanities Stimulus Act and Science Money Funds

The 2009 Misher Festival of Fine Arts and Two Grants Humanities highlighted its theme “Images of Humanities and Science” with a photo Almost half a million dollars of the contest won by CATHERINE PURZYCKI, American Recovery and Reinvest- instructor in biology. Purzycki’s photo was ment Act (ARRA) of 2009 is finding chosen for the very different use of color and its way to the University thanks to composition from most of the competition. two recent grants in pharmaceutical To see more photos, visit www.usp.edu/ sciences from the National Institutes misherfestival. of Health (NIH).

PETER HARVISON, PhD, professor, will use his grant money for a study on “Thiazolidinedione-induced No Longer On the Outside Hepatotoxicity.” This project is designed to develop an in vitro, non-animal based system to investi- A negative personal experience in the winter of 1979 led gate the relationship between TZD KENNETH LEIBOWITZ, MA, assistant professor of rings and hepatotoxicity. An under- communication, to dedicate his efforts toward advancing the standing of this connection may lead practice of pharmacist-patient counseling. to development of better and safer Leibowitz researched pharmacists’ attitudes toward patient drugs that contain TZD rings. counseling, and in response to his findings, he expanded his CO-101 Introduction to Communication curriculum CLYDE OFNER, PhD, associate to include exercises in patient counseling. The results have professor, will focus on “A Biode- been phenomenal. gradable Doxorubicin Conjugate for What began as a classroom exercise for students became Enhanced Tumor Uptake and Ef- in a few short years the National Patient Counseling ficacy.” Dr. Ofner is working with Competition (NPCC) that was adopted by The United anticancer drugs to see if his biode- States Pharmacopoeial Convention and the American gradable delivery system will localize Pharmacists Association–Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA–ASP). In 1988, the the drug to tumors “for greater anti- International Pharmaceutical Student Federation began using the NPCC model to exhibit tumor effects and reduce toxic, life- patient counseling. threatening, side effects of the drug.”

Today, the APhA, the largest association of pharmacists in the United States, hosts the “These studies could lead to im- NPCC at annual meetings. Leibowitz estimates his program has affected more than 50,000 proved healthcare for us all,” said students over the past 25 years. ADEBOYE ADEJARE, PhD, chair of DANIEL A. HUSSAR P’62, MS’64, PhD’67, Remington professor of pharmacy, nominated the Department of Pharmaceutical Leibowitz for honorary membership in the APhA. Leibowitz accepted the honor at this Sciences. “In the meantime, they will year’s annual APhA meeting in San Antonio, Texas, in April. provide training in research methods to some of our students. This a very “Every year I go to a pharmacy conference, and as a communications professor, there’s efficient and effective use of ARRA always been that slight feeling of being an outsider. To receive this honorary membership is funding.” an acknowledgement that I’ve been accepted for my work, and I’m part of the profession,” Leibowitz said proudly. usp bulletin: bulletin board page 21

Research to Solve a Real-World Problem

By Marisa Olson

After completing her undergraduate stud- “I’m working on ies at a university with more than 30,000 metabolically engi- students, SARAH DOBRENIECKI PhD’12 neering E. coli and was ready for a graduate experience where yeast to produce she wouldn’t get lost in the crowd. vitamin A. My research is com- “This was the first time I would be involved pletely novel and in research, and I was looking for that will be a beneficial one-on-one attention. At University of the way to produce Sciences, you know your entire faculty, and large amounts you can knock on anyone’s door for help. of this essential I knew that if I was going to pursue a PhD, vitamin for areas this was the perfect place for me.” of the world that A small program with diverse research cannot afford the opportunities, the biological sciences supplement,” graduate program’s new PhD in cell and she said. SARAH DOBRENIECKI PhD’12 molecular biology provides students like With a PhD in cell Dobreniecki with a sought-after interdisci- “Industries are looking for broadly trained and molecular biology, Dobreniecki will be plinary education that guides them through individuals, and this program places empha- prepared for advanced research as well as the understanding of complex biological sis on classes, research, and writing skills, supervisory positions in industry, govern- systems to solve real-world problems. which is challenging, but it prepares you for ment service, or academia. a bright future,” she explained.

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Board of Trustees Welcomed Three in 2008–09 Two new members and an alumni representative were elected to serve on the University’s board of trustees. The responsibilities of the board of trustees include approving the University’s strategic plans and ensuring their consistency with the institution’s mission and goals.

Frank Baldino, Jr., PhD Raj Lakhanpal, MD, FRCS, Lucy Malmberg P’72, RPh, FACEP FACA, FACVP FRANK BALDINO, Jr., PhD, HonDSc’07, chairman and CEO of RAJ LAKHANPAL, MD, FRCS, Alumna LUCY MALMBERG P’72, RPh, Cephalon, Inc., founded Cephalon in FACEP, is founding president of TiE FACA, FACVP, is executive vice presi- 1987 and grew it from a privately held NJ-Philadelphia and an active angel dent and corporate secretary/treasurer company to one of the top 10 public investor in the U.S. and in India. He is of Wedgewood Pharmacy. She has more biotechnology companies in the U.S. Dr. also the founder of HealthAtoZ. As its than 30 years’ experience in the pharmacy Baldino has nearly two decades of scien- president and CEO, he evolved the com- profession. She is a registered pharma- tific experience in neurobiology, molecu- pany from its original vision of delivering cist in Pennsylvania and Delaware. As lar biology, and electrophysiology and health and wellness information over cofounder of Wedgewood Pharmacy, she has authored more than 100 publications the Internet to creating the top online has been instrumental in transforming the in peer-reviewed journals, such as Nature, wellness and personal health manage- company from a strip-mall pharmacy pur- Journal of Neuroscience Research, and ment system that helped Fortune 500 chased in 1981 into a multimillion dollar, Brain Research. Dr. Baldino assumed the companies, such as General Motors, and specialized compounding pharmacy that seat vacated by Arthur Fennell. many Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health is now one of the largest in the United Plans reduce and manage their health- States, serving more than 20,000 prescrib- care costs. HealthAtoZ was acquired by ers nationwide. UnitedHealth Group in 2006.

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Today’s college students represent an To make the I developed a comprehensive system to incrementally increasing challenge to educators, as they shift success- make real changes in how faculties teach.” are routinely best taught using a broad fully, instruc- PHYLLIS BLUMBERG, PhD repertoire of instructional strategies, par- tors often DEVELOPING LEARNER- ticularly those that engage and involve them need further CENTERED TEACHING published by Jossey-Bass and is in learning tasks. In recent years, to address explanations A Practical Guide for Faculty these challenges, institutes of higher educa- about what learner- the first book to offer educators tion have begun moving focus from teacher- centered teaching is and a concrete planP hforyl ltransitioningis Blumber g centered to learner-centered learning, a how they can apply it to a course to a learner-SAVE 20% model that shifts the role of the instructors various types of college centeredby using model.code HAE20 when purchasing directly from Jossey-Bass. from givers of information to facilitators of and university courses. To “Regularly“As I now worked in the presentations with UniversityI give about my book, Learner-Centered Teaching, I student learning. facilitate this move, a new note how much I wish my book offered more on implementation issues. Now there is a wholeof bookthe toSciences which faculty faculty,can be referred I –devel- a well-documented book that handles the book by Blumberg offers, implementation of learner-centered approaches to teaching with integrity, robustness, and “National trends are pressuring faculty carefuloped attention a comprehensive to detail.” system as the publisher notes, ‐‐From the foreword by Maryellen Weimer, Professor Emeritus, at all colleges and universities to change to incrementallyPenn State University make and Author,real Learner‐Centered Teaching “a step-by-step plan for their quality improvement practices from changes in how faculties teach,” transforming any course "Developing Learner-Centered Teaching is an immediately usable book that provides a clear-cut framework for transitioning to learner- concentrating on what they as teachers said Blumberg. “Developing Learner- from teacher-centered to the morecentered engaging teaching. As a college teacher and teacher of teachers, Blumberg skillfully takes the reader step-by-step through a practical do, to focusing on student learning,” said system, replete with practical, classroom-testedCentered Teachingstrategies, for making showcases a course more 16 learner-centered. examples I'm looking forward to adapting a learner-centered model.” range of valuable strategies for my own classroom and sharing them with my colleagues." PHYLLIS BLUMBERG, PhD, director of —Mary Deane Sorcinelli, associateof the provost University’s for faculty development, faculty University who are of Massachusetts, using Amherst the Teaching and Learning Center. The book, Developing Learner-Centered approaches that focus on learner- Developing Learner‐Centered Teaching offers a step-by-step plan for transforming any course from Teaching: A Practical Guide forteacher-centered Faculty, isto the morecentered engaging teaching.”learner-centered model. Filled with self-assessments and worksheets that are based on each of the five practices identified in Maryellen Weimer's Learner-Centered Teaching, this groundbreaking book gives instructors, faculty developers, and instructional designers a practical and effective resource for putting the learner-centered model into action

PHYLLIS BLUMBERG is director of the Teaching and Learning Center at the University of the Sciences in Breaking Down a Language Barrier Philadelphia. Her specific work and interest lies in learning-centered teaching and problem-based learning.

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  alumni connections alumni spotlight Nancy Shils: Making the Connection

By April Hall

NANCY SHILS, BA, MS, MS, knows she involved and invested they will be strive to include current and retired faculty has a lot to accomplish, and her passion after graduating.” members in our programs because alumni for education and her awareness of the have such strong emotional ties to former campus culture provide a great motivation To that end, she and the Alumni Associa- professors and are thrilled to see them for her as the new head of alumni relation board of directors work together to at reunions.” tions. Shils joins University of the Sciences sponsor events and programs where after more than 10 years as associate students and alumni can interact. “Alumni Shils adds that University administration director of alumni affairs at the have so much to offer students. They share plays an active role, too, in generating Wharton School. their own experiences with students, which alumni participation. “More and more, helps make their career decisions a bit I’m being asked by administrators to “My father was a professor, and I grew up easier,” Shils said. “Alumni are thrilled to recruit alumni for campus activities, and on college campuses,” she said. “I love the volunteer their time and expertise— this is exciting for alumni.” Some of the feel of campus communi- involvement might activities include helping the admission ties, and University of the include anything office by talking to prospective students, Sciences is one of the from one-on-one serving on student affairs committees to most impressive I’ve seen student/alumni assess student satisfaction, and speaking to with its rich history, mentoring to students about career options. generations of family participation as graduates, and speakers and Since coming to the University in October, campus growth.” panelists—their Shils said she has come to rely on the input guidance of the Alumni Association board in its role To take alumni engage- is invaluable. as liaison between the alumni population ment to a higher level, Shils plans to host more educational programs, “By bringing alumni and students together, affinity reunions, and we hope to cultivate a long-term relationship regional and professional with the school that begins on the student’s receptions, in addition to the formation of interac- first day of school and continues throughout tive online communi- his or her career.” ties—she sees it all necessary in generating Nancy Shils, BA, MS, MS more alumni-to-alumni communication.

“Our objective is to facilitate the creation of lifelong connections to the school by “By bringing alumni and students together, and the University. The board provides her fostering a strong sense of shared history we hope to cultivate a long-term relation- with a clear picture of what the alumni amongst the school’s graduates,” she said. ship with the school that begins on the want and need. “This is an extremely “We’d like to reach out to alumni in more student’s first day of school and continues dedicated group of individuals who want ways than ever before.” throughout his or her career.” the best for their alma mater,” she said. “I am awed by what they are able to do, Shils believes a first-rate alumni relations Shils also considers working with the especially considering what most of these operation should focus on the student University administration and faculty folks already have on their plates—their population, as well as its alumni. “They essential to success. “We rely on them to careers, their families. I couldn’t do my job are, after all, our future alumni, and the help us engage alumni, particularly since without them.” more students understand the value of the so many of our faculty members graduated alumni network while in school, the more from the school,” she pointed out. “We Return. Reconnect. Remember. Saturday, September 26

Rekindle old friendships and make new ones as Reunion 2009 brings back the popular dinner-dance format! Alumni and guests are invited to dine, dance, and reconnect with friends and classmates.

Plan on coming early! We’ll keep you busy with a host of exciting activities including special alumni/student events, tours of our newly expanded campus and community, as well as a faculty speaker program. Reunion Day Highlights: • Take a Campus Tour All alumni are invited to join the festivities. Special • Cheer on Devils Athletics celebrations will be held for • Hear Faculty Speak on Critical Healthcare Issues Reunion class years end- • Connect with Students and Alums ing in 4s and 9s, from 1939 through 2004. • Participate in Class and Affinity Receptions • Dine, Dance, and Reminisce • Honor Alumni Award Recipients

Can’t wait for the mailed invitation? Go online at www.usp.edu/reunion for the most up-to-date Reunion information, event schedules, and registration information.

Questions or needs? Contact the Alumni Relations Office by calling 1.888.857.6264 or e-mailing [email protected]. alumni connections class notes 1954 1967 1976 1980 P aul Cohen P’54 announces his R uth C. Davis P’67 (PharmD’70, L awrence E. Liberti P 76, MS’78 Thomas M. Simpson P’80 and retirement from the practice of Ohio State University) is currently has been appointed vice president Deanna Zink were married on medicine. His plans include travel conducting one of her many classes of the CMR International Institute February 13, 2008, in Gettysburg, PA. and an increased level of involve- at Johns Hopkins University Hospital for Regulatory Science, an indepen- Thomas is a pharmacist at Choice ment with his house of worship. He to nationally certify pharmacy tech- dent think-tank located in London, Critical Care in McSherrystown, PA. is presently director of religious nicians. Dr. Davis’ students have a 98 England. The institute works closely He and his wife currently reside in activity, providing Hebrew and bar percent pass rate. with the pharmaceutical industry, Hanover, PA. and bat mitzvah instruction. academics, and regulatory agencies around the world. After meeting in November with the Chinese SFDA in 1973 Beijing, Larry visited the Great Wall. 1981 1955 John W. Foster MB’73 (MS’76, I rach B. Taraporewala MS’81, Rr obe t Tendler P’55 has ac- PhD’78, Hahnemann University) PhD’84 (BS and MS, University of cepted a position with Omnicare as a coauthored Microbiology: an Evolving Bombay) joined Mystic Pharmaceu- consultant pharmacist. After retiring Science, a new microbiology textbook 1977 ticals as vice president of regula- from Roche Laboratories in 1987, Mr. for undergraduates. The text was tory affairs and clinical research on Tendler has built a reputation as a coauthored by Joan Slonczewski (Ke- May 1, 2008. Dr. Taraporewala is pharmacy consultant in the outpa- nyon College) and was published by responsible for defining and execut- tient mental health and development W. W. Norton & Company. It has been ing Mystic’s regulatory strategy and at disability care communities. He already been adopted by a number clinical research programs. He has and his wife Dawn have lived in Con- of high-profile universities. 25 years of experience in the field of necticut for many years. They have drug development and regulatory three children and five grandsons. affairs within the pharmaceutical 1974 industry. John M. Fischer P’74, PharmD’75 (MS’79, University of Pittsburgh) 1958 P’77 (JD’83, W . Richard Turner C’58 (MS’61, completed an Ironman triathlon D avid B. Ginsburg University of Baltimore) and 1982 PhD’63, University of CT) is a retired (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, Fred Frank S. Kondrad C’82 recently chemist living in Hewitt, TX, with his and 26.2-mile run) in 11 hours, 29 N. Osmers P’74 (MS’85, Univer- became director of healthcare rela- wife of 48 years, Eileen. They have minutes in Panama City, FL, in sity of Michigan) have spent their tions at AstraZeneca. Previously he three children, three grandchildren, November 2007. He placed 664th summers racing sailboats together was the company’s brand leader of and three out of 2,184 people who finished for the past 28 years. David is an marketing for Nexium. He lives in great-grand- the race. attorney with Wingfield & Ginsburg, Hockessin, DE. children. In P.C., in Washington, DC, and Fred is his spare time, a corporate liaison for the Radiation Joseph A. Tessari TX’82 (JD’85, Dick performs Therapy Oncology Group in Vermont Law School) has opened and tours with Philadelphia. his own firm, Tessari & Associates, local singing specializing in the protection of Kathryn groups and intellectual property. Joe has been (McKee) writes poems, an intellectual property lawyer Stemple P’77 since 1985. Prior to starting his own hymns, and is proud to stories. firm, Joe was a partner at Troutman announce the Sanders LLP in Richmond, VA. He graduation of also held a variety of positions as in- her daughter house intellectual property counsel Jessica with with medium and large corporations. a PharmD degree from Rutgers University on May 23, 2008. Kathryn practices at Atlanticare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City, and Jessica is employed by Rite Aid in Atlantic County, NJ. Kathryn welcomes Jessica to the profession with great joy. usp bulletin: class notes page 27

S ot. Sc t Wisnewski P’82 (PharmD’91, University of Geor- 1986 L egacy Profile gia) was appointed the director of lisa braccini-barletta P’86 experiential education and adjunct (MBA’92, Lebanon Valley College) Hinkle family assistant professor at the North- was recently awarded the Commu- eastern Ohio Universities College of nity Service Award from the Pennsyl- By Thomas W. Durso Pharmacy. He lives in Uniontown, vania Society of Health-System OH, with his wife Diana and their Pharmacists (PSHP), which recog- daughter Joanna, a college senior. nizes an individual who has demon- The Hinkle family’s association with University of the Sciences strated community service through dates back to 1893, when SAMUEL W. HINKLE graduated volunteer activities, performed from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and cofounded a phar- in any organization or individual macy in Columbia, Pennsylvania. 1983 setting, that enhance the welfare M ichael D. Lefkowitz P’83, of people in the community. Lisa is founder of The Benjamin Ross Group currently a manager of outpatient One hundred fifteen years and four generations later, Hinkle’s (www.benjaminrossgroup.com), has services at the Penn State Hershey Pharmacy is still going strong. And so is the Hinkles’ link to chosen Furia Rubel as his company’s Medical Center in Hershey, PA. agency of record to handle its public the University. relations and marketing programs. The Benjamin Ross Group specializes Samuel’s son, JOHN, graduated in 1922 and joined the business in business sales, mergers, and ac- 1988 in 1925. (John’s brother was also an alumnus.) When the time quisitions in the Mid-Atlantic region. P atricia (Zelenowski) Pearce came for JOHN JR. to choose a profession, the legacy his father MT’88 has joined Centocor as a Brian G. Swift P’83, PharmD’85 senior rheumatology immunology and grandfather had left him led him to conclude that the has been named the chief of phar- specialist. She lives in the Virginia practice of pharmacy was a “privilege.” And when it came time macy at Thomas Jefferson Univer- Beach area with her husband Mitch to choose a college, that decision also was kept in the family. sity. He was also named associate and their two children Morgan and dean of the new Jefferson School of Will. Pharmacy. Prior to this appointment “It was never a question as to what school I was going to go he was the interim director of phar- to,” he said. “We always considered PCP to be the best pharmacy and the director of Jefferson’s macy school in the country. It was an easy decision.” home infusion program for many 1989 years. He resides in Havertown, PA. John Jr. earned his degree in 1958 and spent a year in the service before returning to Columbia, where today he remains active in 1984 Hinkle’s Pharmacy. The day-to-day leadership, though, belongs s teven gross bi’84 (MA’88, to JOHN III, a 1990 graduate of the University, who credits the Temple University) is now employed University with preparing him well to continue strengthening as a senior scientist in research and the family business. development at Veridex LLC, a company in the medical and diagnostic “I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to attend the same division of Johnson & Johnson. school as my dad, grandfather, and great-grandfather and then Alumnae Robin (Lehr) Mino, Elaine S. Anderson, Carol (Mc- follow them into the family business,” John III said. “I can Intosh) Murmello, Stephanie remember talking with classmates about when our parents and (Kingree) DellaCroce, Maria grandparents were at PCP together. I always thought that gave A. DiTullio, and Lisa (Wilczek) me a special bond to the school.” DiGiorgio (all MPT’89) enjoyed a “Girls’ Weekend” in Hilton Head, SC, in April 2008.

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Thomas J. Togno, III P’96 and 1990 1995 his wife Alicia welcomed daughter 1999 Be th (Ginsberg) Ashry P’90 has Rr obe t J. Durkin P’95 graduated Carolina Alicia on March 11, 2008. P aragi N. been included in Empire’s Who’s Who cum laude from Widener University She joins big brother Maxwell (6). Patel P’99 and for Professionals 2008. with a JD degree and health law TJ is a staff pharmacist at St. Luke’s her husband certificate in May 2007. He works Medical Center in Phoenix. Alicia is Neel welcomed for the FDA in Silver Spring, MD. He an academic dean at Phoenix School the birth of and his wife Karen (Dougherty) of Law. daughter Saiya 1992 P’97 live in Mount Airy, MD. Neel on March 6, Hn o g Jin Na PH/TX’92, MS’01 has Durkin passed the exam to become a Certi- 2008, at Over- Arnaldo C. Marchionne BI’95 fied Continuing Medical Education look Hospital in (MS’97, AUC School of Medicine; 1997 Summit, NJ. She Professional (CCMEP). He is current- A ngela (Romanelli) Nace P’97, MBA’08, Webster University) has joins big brother Jayen (2). Paragi is ly manager of education strategy in PharmD’98 and Robert D. Nace recently accepted the position of a senior medical information special- independent medical education at P’96 welcomed the birth of daughter managing director of Nordic coun- ist at Sanofi-Aventis, and Neel is a Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. Amelia Charlotte on January 28, tries for bioMérieux. He will be based senior analyst at Thomson Financial. in Gothenburg, Sweden, and respon- 2008. Amelia joins big sisters Olivia Sherry L. Torkos P’92 is the The family lives in Edison, NJ. sible for all scientific, medical, and (6) and Bianca (3). Both Angela and author of The Canadian Encyclopedia business functions for subsidiaries in Robert are employed by Express Sallie K Young P’99, PharmD of Natural Medicine, published in early Scripts—Angela as a pharmacist 2008. Information about this and Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, ’00 was recently awarded the Joe E. and Iceland. A.C. relocated with his and Robert as the director of clinical Smith Award from the Pennsylvania other books she’s published is avail- operations. They live in Furlong, PA. able at www.sherrytorkos.com. wife Perrin and daughter Lianna in Society of Health-System Pharma- August 2008. cists (PSHP), presented yearly to a PSHP member who demonstrates Teresa A. 1998 excellence in practice and is deserv- 1994 Watkins P’95 Gerald M. Bonko P’98 and his ing of recognition for service to their M aryann (Weis) Drolet MT’94 received her wife Jayne welcomed son Joseph institution, the community, and the and her husband Adam welcomed PharmD degree Nicholas on June 25, 2008. He profession. Sallie is currently a clini- daughter Emma Pearl on July 29, from the weighed in at 7 pounds 14 ounces cal pharmacy specialist in cardiology 2008. Emma joins Alexander (9), University of and was 21 inches long at birth. at the Penn State Hershey Medical Isabella (8), and Addison-Joseph (2). Florida in 2006. Center in Hershey, PA. Maryann is a research specialist for On March 21, Molly K. Doyle P’98, Phar- the University of Maryland at the 2008, she mar- mD’99 was married to Emory Amish Research Clinic in ried Michael VanDiver on September 6, 2008. Lancaster, PA. Lackey at the Diane (Sloan) Thase and 2000 A lmy (Wo fgang) Calcagno and Kentlands Man- Michelle (Kamdar) Patel Christopher J. Calcagno (both Caroline R. Gaitan-Mara sion in Gaithersburg, MD. They live in (both P’98, PharmD’99) were P’00, PharmD’01) announced the P’94 and her husband Scott Mara Germantown, MD. bridesmaids. welcomed twins Dylan Scott and birth of daughter Lauren Elizabeth McKenna Rose on July 23, 2008. Thomas H. O’Neill P’98 and his on November 4, 2007. She joins big The twins join big brother Ryan wife Karie Ann announced the birth sister Julia. Amy is a pharmacist at Christopher. Caroline is a group man- 1996 of son Colin Thomas on March 31, CVS. Chris graduated from medi- C arolyn (Lutkus) Kushwarra ager with Walgreens Mail Service in 2008. Colin joins big sister Allison (2 cal school and is doing his internal P’96 and her husband John an- Tempe, AZ. She and her family live in ½). Thomas is a pharmacy manager medicine residency at Brooke Army nounced the birth of son Alan Corey Mesa, AZ. at Wal- Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. on September 11, 2007. Alan joins big green’s in brother John Frederick. Carolyn is a Melissa A. Wilson BC’94 (PhD’99, Townsend, part-time pharmacist at Yorkville Georgetown University) graduated DE. The Drug Store and Towne Drugs, both from Thomas Jefferson University family lives in Pottsville, PA, where she and her with an MD degree on May 30, 2008. in Middle- family reside. She is doing her internal medicine town, DE. residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. usp bulletin: class notes page 29

M ichael E. Castagna P’00 and Danielle M. Villano HS’04 Dena M. Carbonari MS’05 and his wife Lydia welcomed daughter 2002 (MS’05, PCOM) and James R. Meghan L. Blair Rachael Margaret on February 25, Mt at hew R. Banghart C’02 re- Landzinski PharmD’04 were wed PH/TX’05 wel- 2008. She joins big sister Laura ceived his PhD in chemistry from the on September 5, 2008 in Clifton, NJ. comed son Aiden (2). The family lives in Duxbury, University of California, Berkeley in They currently reside in Clifton, VA. Blair on December MA, where Michael works for EMD May 2008. In August 2008, he began 2, 2008. The family Serono. a Helen Hay Whitney Foundation resides in Roches- postdoctoral fellowship in the de- ter, NY. Mark D. Piechoski MPT’00 mar- partment of neurobiology at Harvard 2005 Josiah P. ried Lynn Anne Bolton on June 21, Medical School. Jessica A. Scheurich HS’05 mar-

2008. She works as a physician as- Bunting ried Gordon Cone on May 5, 2007. PharmD’05 sistant in emergency medicine. Mark Stacy (Manning) Cariello They reside in Sykesville, MD. is the clinic director at University MOT’02 and Scott Cariello PH/ opened his Physical Therapy in Blacksburg, VA, TX ’01, PharmD’03 announced the own pharmacy, and also works as physical therapy birth of daughter Leigh Nicole. She Bunting Family consultant to Virginia Tech Athletics. was born on December 31, 2007, Pharmacy, in at 3:48 a.m. Justin D. Boyden Ventnor, NJ, Brian S. Sheridan MB’00 received PharmD’06 is the baby’s godfather. on August his PhD in immunology from the Uni- The Cariello family lives in 4, 2008. versity of Pittsburgh School of Medi- Levittown, PA. cine in July 2008. He has authored works in numerous peer-reviewed Kenneth A. Micko MPT’02 and his scientific publications while a gradu- bride Chin were married on October ate student in the lab of Dr. Robert 14, 2007. The guest list included Hendricks. Brian’s studies have been Brian J. Geist PH/TX’01; presented at national meetings, in- Christopher S. Wisniewski cluding the Keystone Symposia and PharmD’04; Steven R. Gleason the annual meeting of the American MT’05; and Matthew A. Lenhard IN MEMORIAM Association of Immunologists. He HS’02, MOT’03. Ken is the clinical will continue to develop his scientific development manager of New Jersey Forties career as a postdoctoral fellow with for Sundance Rehabilitation. H arlan B. Morrison BAC’48, MS’49 died on July 16, 2008, follow- Dr. Leo Lefrancois at the University ing an illness. He was predeceased by his wife Mary in 2005 and is of Connecticut Health Center. 2004 survived by his daughter Deborah. Fifties 2001 Joseph G. Bartoletti P’51 passed away on June 18, 2008. He was C arl J. Popelas PharmD’01 and 87 years old. Cindy (Clark) Popelas MPT’01 welcomed son John Carl on Sep- Charles W. Reus P’50 passed away on January 15, 2009, after tember 14, 2007. He joins big sister a brief illness. He was a veteran of World War II and attended the Julia Kathryn. The family resides in University (then PCPS) on the GI Bill. He then worked as a pharmacist Milford, DE. for 40 years. Mr. Reus was preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth; survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Kruza. Kristi (Marcel) Tribuiani PH/ TX’01, PharmD’05 and her husband N icole F. SanGiorgio PharmD’04 Sixties Jonathan announced the birth of married Greg Savidge on January R osemary C. McFall BI’63 died on June 16, 2008, at Crozer-Chester their first child, Joshua Christopher, 12, 2008, at the Walt Disney World Medical Center. She is survived by her nephew Kevin and her nieces on April 23, 2008. Kristi is currently resort in Florida. Maria (Pirretti) Jean and Suzanne. working as a pharmacist for Excel- Parsi PharmD’04 was a brides- leRx and Friends Hospital. She and maid. The guest list included Diane her family reside in Philadelphia. (Szymanski) Quinn PharmD’05, Seventies Robert F. Quinn P’94, Denise A ndrew J. Lipson P’78 passed away on December 18, 2007. He (Webster) Pauzano, Mary worked in retail pharmacy for the past 30 years and dedicated his life (Schindler) Marczely (both to his work. PharmD’04), Albert J. Guarini MPT’04, and Scott J. Fair P’92. Nineties Nicole and Greg live in Marlton, NJ. Francis M. White Hon’93 passed away on June 13, 2008. He was professor emeritus of biology at the University. alumni connections MISSION OF THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION alumni events To engage the graduates of University of the Sciences in Philadelphia in promoting the goals and objectives of the Alumni Association and the institution.

American Society of Health-System Pharmacists December 8, 2008, Orlando, FL

Alumni, PCP students, and faculty enjoyed the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists reception that was hosted by PCP/Alumni Office. Approximately 175 guests were in attendance. Above, from right to left: Suzanne and Daniel A. Hussar P'62, MS'64, PhD'67 with Ron Hoover P'77 and daughter Kristin.

American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists November 17, 2008, Atlanta, GA Dr. Adeboye Adejare (center), chair of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, joined alumni and guests during a breakfast at the conference. usp bulletin: alumni events page 31

100 Years of Hoops and Hoopla November 22, 2008, Campus Mark Tacelosky PharmD’98, an honoree at the basketball celebration, and family reconnected with “old” friends and faculty prior to the awards presentation. See the article on page 8 for more.

Alumni Association 2009–10 Officers and Directors Front row, left to right: Eric Bachman C’08, MBA’09, director; Siobhan Duffy P’84, director; Stephanie Bean MPT’89, president elect; Michele Gerbino P’75, director; and Robin Keyack P’81, president. Back row, left to right: Stephanie Schaffer PH/TX’09, director; Betty Fusco P’63, director; Hong Jin Na PH/TX’92, BW’01, director; Tim Bowers MT’02, MHP’08, director; Christine Jump P’74, director; and Tiziana M. Fox P’84, PharmD’02. Not pictured: S. Rogers Wetherill P’68, vice president.

New Jersey Pharmacists Association Annual Convention October 22, 2008, Atlantic City, NJ During the convention, the NJPhA Auxiliary presented a scholarship check to NANCY SHILS, alumni relations manager (second from right). The scholarship is to be given to an eligible Dr. Elias Packman P’51 along with alumni and friends from Delray Beach New Jersey pharmacy student(s) applying for financial aid at enjoying themselves at a brunch at the Sundy House on February 1, 2009. University of the Sciences. American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Annual Meeting & Exposition April 3-6,2009, San Antonio, TX

Daniel A. Hussar P’62, MS’64, PhD’67 (left) presents a certificate of recognition to John Gans P’66, PharmD’69 as recipient of the 2009 Remington Honor Medal, the pharmacy profession’s highest honor.

Mark L. Walberg, TV host and actor (left), interviewed Mark Angeles PharmD’11 and APhA-ASP Chapter President (center).

Left to right: Susan Siegel, Aaron Siegel Dinner in Ambler, PA P’59, and University April 21, 2009 President Philip P. Gerbino P’69, PharmD’70.

Anne Marie B. Marasco P’95 and Provost Russ J. DiGate, PhD.

Left to right: Srinivas Patkar BInf’09 and Sapna Ravi BInf’09 recieve career advice from Robin Keyack P’81, president of the Alumni Association, who participated in Dominic Marasco P’96 and Eli Packman P’51. the Alumni Career Panel during Research Day on April 2. usp bulletin: scholarly activity page 33 scholarly activity

symbols JENNIFER S. PITONYAKF, “In- mayes college of • “Medication Management in novations in Practice: Community healthcare business Assisted Living: Where Are We Faculty and staff = F Health Programs for Expectant and policy Now in 2008” at the Annual Alumni = ] Parents” at the Pennsylvania Oc- Maryland-American Society of cupational Therapy Association Grant Consultant Pharmacists MidAt- Current Student = M Conference, King of Prussia, PA, lantic Conference, Cumberland, AMY JESSOPF received a one- Other Collaborators = s October 3–4, 2008. MD, August 8, 2008. year $20,000 grant from the Del- RUTH L. SCHEMMF, “Weaving: • “Dementia Management” at aware Valley Hepatitis Treatment, the Oklahoma Department of college of A Precursor of Occupation-Based Research and Education Center Modalities” at the Pennsylvania Health, Protective Health Ser- health sciences (HepTREC) for “Viral Hepatitis vices Long-Term Care Provider Occupational Therapy Association Care Coordination Project.” Poster Presentation Conference, King of Prussia, PA, Training, Tulsa, July 16, 2008. October 3–4, 2008. Presentations Professional Activity HEMANSHI K. VYASM, SUSAN WAINWRIGHTF, SUZAN HAMEEDM, Pamalyn ROBERT FIELDF, “Crafting a RICHARD G. STEFANACCIF MARC CAMPOLOF, Michele KEARNYF, Renee LeesonM, Rational Pandemic Vaccine Alloca- served as conference cochair for COHENF, “Remediation after KRUPA SHAHM, “Home tion Policy: Evaluating Alternative the Advancing Senior Health Con- Failure on the National Physical Modifications in an Aging Urban Approaches” at the 136th Ameri- ference, Philadelphia, September Therapy Examination (NPTE)” at Community” at the Pennsylvania can Public Health Association 1–2, 2008. Occupational Therapy Association the Federation of State Boards Annual Meeting & Exposition, San Conference, King of Prussia, PA, of Physical Therapists Annual Diego, Oct. 28, 2008. Publications Meeting, Minneapolis, September October 3–4, 2008. RICHARD G. STEFANACCIF 2008. JOSHUA J. SPOONERF], “A Presentations • “Vaccines in the Elderly: Who Bleak Future for Independent SUSAN WAINWRIGHTF, Felicia Will Vaccinate Seniors and Who Community Pharmacy Under Chews, “Factors That Influence ALAA ABOU-ARABM, Kuma Pays?” at the Advancing Senior Medicare Part D,” commentary, the Clinical Decision Making of THACHM, Malachy CLANCYM, Health Conference, Philadel- Journal of Managed Care Pharmacy, Rehabilitation Professionals in JAYSON CHERIANM, CaiTLyn phia, September 1–2, 2008. 14(9):878–881, 2008. CAPELLAM, “Diversity in the Oc- Long Term Care Settings” at • “Senior Health Digest: Focused RICHARD G. STEFANACCIF cupational Therapy Workforce” the Annual Meeting of the Allied Insights on Senior Health Care • “The Latest Medicare Act’s Im- at the Pennsylvania Occupational Health Research Institute, Nor- and Medication Issues” at the pact on Providers and Patients,” Therapy Association Conference, folk, VA, September 8–9, 2008. Advancing Senior Health Con- Annals of Long Term Care, King of Prussia, PA, October 3–4, ference, Philadelphia, Septem- Publications 16(9):33–37, 2008. 2008. ber 1–2, 2008. • “The Latest Medicare Act’s Im- THERESE E. JOHNSTONF, Rich- • “An Update on the Beers List” THERESE E. JOHNSTONF, B. T. pact on Providers and Patients,” ard T. Lauers, Samuel C. Lees, at the Advancing Senior Health Smiths, R. R. Betzs, R. T. Lauers, Clinical Geriatrics, 16(9):35–38, “The Effects of a Shank Guide Conference, Philadelphia, Sep- “The Effects of FES Cycling for 2008. on Cycling Biomechanics of an tember 1–2, 2008. Children with Spinal Cord Injury” • “New Alzheimer’s Dementia Adolescent with Cerebral Palsy,” • “Medication Therapy Manage- at the American Congress of Management Guidelines: Clari- Archives of Physical Medicine and ment” for the New Mexico Pre- Rehabilitation Medicine, Toronto, fying or Confusing?” American Rehabilitation, 89(10):2025–2030, scription Improvement Coalition, Ontario, October 16, 2008. Psychiatry News, 1(8):18, August 2008. Albuquerque, June 1, 2008. PAULA L. KRAMERF, • “Care of Dementia & Depres- 2008. GREGORY THIELMANF, Terry ROGER I. IDEISHIF, sion in ALFs” for the Oklahoma • “Balancing the Policy with Kaminskis, A. M. Gentiles, “Re- JENNIFER S. PITONYAKF, “Cli- Assisted Living Association, Appropriate Patient Care,” habilitation of Reaching After ent and Family Centered Service: Oklahoma City, October 9, 2008. Managed Care supplement, Stroke: Comparing Two Training Step by Step” at the Pennsylvania • “Alzheimer’s Disease Manage- 17(7)supp6:16–19, 2008. Protocols Utilizing Trunk Re- Occupational Therapy Association ment” at the National Confer- • “Medicare Access for CNS straint,” Neurorehabilitation and Conference, King of Prussia, PA, ence of Gerontological Nurse Prescription,” CNS Senior Care, Neural Repair, 22(6):697–705, October 3–4, 2008. Practitioners 2008 Annual 7(2):8–9, 2008. 2008. Conference, St. Louis, Septem- • “Working Together to Assure ber 25, 2008. the ‘Right’ Medication for the ‘Right’ Patient,” Annals of Long Term Care, 16(6):36–38, 2008. scholarly activity

• “Hitting the Target: Prescrib- • “More Than Sticks and Stones RICHARD G. STEFANACCIF, P. Poster Presentations ing the ‘Right’ Med for Older May Break Residents’ Bones,” E. Lesters, I. Kohens, “Nurs- Psychiatric Patients,” American Medicare Patient Management, ing Home Resident Smoking MICHAEL F. BRUISTF, Ran- Psychiatry News, 1(5):15, 2008. 3(4):41–43, 2008. Policies,” The Director (journal of DY ZAUHARF,OR R BE T J. • “Unlocking Patient Power,” CNS • “Seeing What We Don’t Know: the National Association Direc- TRACHMAN IIIM, Amanda M. News Neurology, 10(4):6, 2008. Macular Degeneration,” tors of Nursing Administration / HUSSEYM, “Molecular Dynamics • “Comorbid Medicare Conditions: Medicare Patient Management, Long Term Care [NADONA/LTC]), Simulations on the Integration Compounding the Problem of 3(4):32–35, 2008. 16(3):37–43, 2008. Host Factor-DNA Complex” at the 236th American Chemical Society Depression in Assisted Living,” • “Improving Quality, Cost, and D. R. Thomass, T. R. Cotes, L. Assisted Living Consult Access: Focus on Efficiency,” National Meeting & Exposition, , 4(5):28– Lawhornes , Richard G. Medicare Patient Management, Philadelphia, August 18, 2008, and 32, 2008. STEFANACCIF, et al., “Under- the 17th Annual Retreat of the • “The Living is ‘Easy’ or at Least 3(4):9–11, 2008. standing Clinical Dehydration Assisted Liv- Institute for Biophysical Research Should Be Easier,” • “The Effect of a ‘Good’ Environ- and Its Treatment,” Journal of the ing Consult Assisted Living Consult of Johns Hopkins University, Sep- , 4(5):9–11, 2008. ment,” , American Medical Directors As- Medicare tember 13, 2008. • “A Brave New World,” 4(3):7–8, 2008. sociation, 9(5):292–301, 2008. Patient Management, 3(5):9–11, • “Vaccination under Medicare: STACEY GORSKIM, Vandana 2008. Physician Practices and Pharma- MILLERF, William LAWF, • “How Big an Issue Is Depression cies,” Medicare Patient Manage- misher college of arts “Characterization of the A3 Ad- in Assisted Living?” Assisted Liv- ment, 3(3):31–34, 2008. and sciences enosine Receptor Profile of HL-60 ing Consult, 4(4):30–35, 2008. • “A Simpler Life and Death,” Promyelocytes During Maturation • “Steps to Fall Prevention,” As- Medicare Patient Management, Grant and Activation” at the American sisted Living Consult, 4(4):9–10, 3(3):9–10, 2008. Institute of Biological Sciences LIA VASF received a grant of 2008. Annual Meeting, Arlington, VA, $1,016 from the Association for • “Pennsylvania’s Investment in May 12–13, 2008. Quality: Electronic Medication Women in Mathematics/National M Management Systems,” Jef- Science Foundation’s NSF-AWM PRIYANKA PATEL , Himani F M ferson Health Policy Newsletter, Mathematics Travel Grants TYAGI , Ashwini KHANNA , 21(2):6, June 2008. Program to cover the expenses of MARGARET KASSCHAUF, travel to conferences in Ohio and SUZANNE MURPHYF, “Role Turkey, summer and fall 2008. of p38MAPK and Heat Shock Proteins HSP 27 and HSP 70, in

Research Day 2009: A Cell-ebration of Campus Research

D MaNA aRIE Todd C’10 walks Ed Birnbaum, PhD, chair and professor of chemistry and biochemistry, through her poster on “Computational Study of Intramolecular Hydrogen Bonding in Arylamide Compounds: Delocalization Effect.”

Over 120 posters, representing the culmination of faculty and student research, were on display at the University’s annual Research Day on April 2. Topics ranged from metabolic engineering to computational chemistry and from structural prediction of proteins to rational design of new therapeutics. usp bulletin: scholarly activity page 35

Osmotic Stress in Renal vs. Blood Presentations MIRIAM Diaz-GILBERTF, “No PETER HOFFERF, “Erotic Cells: A Comparative Study” at the Passport Required: The Evolution Transference in the Early History American Society for Cell Biology PHYLLIS BLUMBERGF, Lois of a Study/Travel Course” at the of Psychoanalysis: Ferenczi’s Annual Meeting, San Francisco, PECKF, “Advancing Learning 38th Annual Conference of the Analysis of Elma Palos” at the December 13–15, 2008. Also to be Content in the Sciences: A Vision International Society for Exploring Committee of Psychoanalytic and published in Molecular Biology of for Developing Rich Scientific Teaching and Learning (ISETL), Psychotherapeutic Publications the Cell. Literacy” at the Association of Las Vegas, October 24, 2008. & Organizations (C3PO) Sympo- American Colleges and Univer- F F sium 2008: “Responding to the LAURA PONTIGGIA , Harold sities Conference, “Engaging ROXANNE EVANS , “Spanish for F Erotic Transference,” Mount Sinai GLASS , Vivian G. VALDMA- Science, Advancing Learning: Healthcare Professionals” at the NISF, “Physician Characteristics, Pennsylvania Society of Physi- Medical Center, NYC, March 8–9, General Education, Majors, and 2008. Efficiency, and Clinical Trial Par- the New Global Century,” Provi- cians Assistants 33rd Annual CME F ticipation” at the 136th American dence, RI, November 6–8, 2008. Conference, King of Prussia, PA, ZHIJUN LI ,AI V GM TA PABU- Public Health Association Annual October 2, 2008. WALM,NGO JU A F, “Applying DEBORAH BOOTHM, Nick Meeting & Exposition, San Diego, ANNE MARIE FLANAGANF, Network to the Structure Analysis October 25–29, 2008. GALANAKISM, “Knight’s Tour” and Modeling of Helical Mem- at the Eastern Pennsylvania “Public Speaking or ‘Feats of M brane Proteins” at the 236th DAVID RUSHMORE ,N OGA Delaware (EPaDel) section of the Circus’ in Henry James’s The M American Chemical Society KUMOVA , “Restriction Enzyme the Mathematical Association of Bostonians” at the 4th Interna- Digestion Time Courses of DNA tional Conference of the Henry National Meeting & Exposition, America Fall Meeting at Ursinus Philadelphia, August 19, 2008. Oligonucleotides for Determining College, Collegeville, PA, Novem- James Society, Newport, RI, July M Whether or Not IHF Transiently ber 8, 2008. The faculty sponsor 9–13, 2008. COLLEEN MORSE , Yana M Releases the DNA It Binds” at was SALAR ALSARDARYF. SERGIO FREIREF, “Instrumenta- BUKOVSKAYA , “Latin Squares” the 17th Annual Retreat of the at the Eastern Pennsylvania MARK CIFELLIM,C NGO T. tion and Devices to Interrogate Institute for Biophysical Research the Biophysics of Cells and Delaware (EPaDel) section of of Johns Hopkins University, Sep- NGUYENM, “Factorials” at the the Mathematical Association of Eastern Pennsylvania Delaware Axonemes” at the Albert Einstein tember 13, 2008. College of Medicine, Department America Fall Meeting at Ursinus (EPaDel) section of the Math- College, Collegeville, PA, Novem- ematical Association of America of Anatomy and Structural Biol- ogy, Bronx, NY, 2008. ber 8, 2008. The faculty sponsor Fall Meeting at Ursinus College, was SALAR ALSARDARYF. Collegeville, PA, November 8, 2008. The faculty sponsor was SALAR ALSARDARYF.

To start the day, podium talks were moderated Undergraduate biology students Ray Janowski The full day of activity concluded with (from left to right) by Anil D’mello, PhD, BI’09 (above left) and Minh Vong BI’10 the 22nd Annual John C. Krantz, Jr., professor of pharmaceutical sciences and presented their work on “Yeast as a Model System Distinguished Lecture by Dr. Andrew delivered by Stephen Metraux, PhD, for Studying Human Adenosine.” E. Mulberg, portfolio leader, internal assistant professor of health policy; Richard medicine, mature products, Johnson and Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, Johnson Pharmaceutical Research and director of the Institute for Geriatric Studies and Development. Therese Johnston, PT, PhD, MBA, assistant professor of physical therapy.

To learn more about Research Day, visit www.usp.edu/researchday. scholarly activity

ALISON M. MOSTROMF, “A DAVID ZIMMERMANM, JNGOU A F, NI ZhiJU L F, “Inter- ALISON M. MOSTROMF, “A Unique Use of Concept Maps as CATHERINE KANEM, “Five Men, Residue Interactions in Protein Unique Use of Concept Maps as the Primary Organizing Structure a Monkey, and Some Coconuts” Structures Exhibit Power-Law Be- the Primary Organizing Structure in Two Upper-Level Undergradu- at the Eastern Pennsylvania havior,” Biopolymers, 89(12):1174– in Two Upper-Level Under- ate Biology Courses: Results from Delaware (EPaDel) section of 1178, 2008. graduate Biology Courses: Results the First Implementation” at the the Mathematical Association of PETER T. HOFFERF, “Ferenczi’s from the First Implementation,” 3rd International Conference on America Fall Meeting at Ursinus Collaboration with Rank: On Concept Mapping: Connecting Concept Mapping, Tallinn, Estonia, College, Collegeville, PA, Novem- Paradigm Shift and the Origins Educators, the Proceedings of the and Helsinki, Finland, September ber 8, 2008. The faculty sponsor of Complementarity in Psycho- Third International Conference on F 22–26, 2008. was SALAR ALSARDARY . analysis,” The American Journal Concept Mapping, vol. 1, A. J. Canas, P. Reiska, M. Ahlberg, J. D. Novak, VLADIMIR PEREZM, N PresTO Publications of Psychoanalysis, 68(2):128–138, B. MOOREF, “Measurement 2008. eds., pp. 76–83, 2008. F F of the Contact Angle of a Water MIRIAM DIAZ-GILBERT , GINA KAISERF LIA VAS , “Extending Higher Droplet on a Flat Surface” at the English for Pharmacy Writing and • book review of The Joy of Read- Derivations to Rings and Modules Partnership for Research and Oral Communication, Lippincott ing: A Passionate Guide to 189 of Quotients,” International Journal Education in Materials (PREM) 5th Williams & Wilkins, July 2008. of the World’s Best Authors and of Algebra, 2(15):711–731, 2008. Annual Meeting, Humacao, Puerto ANNE MARIE FLANAGANF, Their Works by Charles Van Do- KUMAR SHWETKETU VIRB- Rico, November 7, 2008. “Educating Women with Classic ren in Library Journal, 133(11):97, HADRAF, “Time Delay and LIA VASF Texts and Modern Films: A Re- June 15, 2008. Magnification Centroid Due to • “Total Right and Symmetric consideration of Mary Wollstone- • book review of The Best Creative Gravitational Lensing by Black Rings of Quotients” at the craft’s A Vindication of the Rights Nonfiction, vol. 2, in Library Holes and Naked Singularities,” Conference on Algebra and its of Woman and Michael Curtiz’s Journal, 133(15):55, September Physical Review D, 77(12), June Applications, Ohio University, Mildred Pierce,” paper in The Place 15, 2008. 2008. Athens, OH, June 18–21, 2008. of Core Texts: Selected Papers MADHU MAHALINGAMF, • “Extending Higher Deriva- from the Ninth Annual Conference FRED SCHAEFERF, ElisaBETH tions to Rings and Modules of of the Association of Core Texts MORLINOF, “Promoting Student philadelphia college Quotients” at the International and Courses, University Press of Learning Through Group Problem of pharmacy Conference on Rıng and Module America, pp. 141–145, 2008. Solving in General Chemistry Awards Theory, Hacettepe University, CHRISTINE FLANAGANF Recitations,” Journal of Chemical Ankara, Turkey, August 18–22, • “The Superfund Gothic: Education, 85:1577, 2008. PRIYANKA AGHARKARM 2008. Susanne Antonetta’s Body Robert J. B. Kalesckys, Wataru obtained a Frederick Urbach Me- M M RYAN VIERICK ,M TI STONE , Toxic: An Environmental Memoir,” Shinodas N, PresTO B morial Travel Award to attend the “Dijkstra’s Algorithm and Shortest chapter 4 in New Directions in MOOREF, Steven O. Nielsens, American Society for Photobiology Path” at the Eastern Pennsylvania Ecofeminist Literary Criticism, “Area per Ligand as a Function of 34th Meeting, Burlingame, CA, Delaware (EPaDel) section of Andrea Campbell, ed., Cam- Nanoparticle Radius: A Theo- June 20–25, 2008. the Mathematical Association of bridge Scholars Publishing, retical and Computer Simulation JAMIE K. DASILVAM, graduate America Fall Meeting at Ursinus 2008. Approach,” Langmuir, 25(3):1352– student, received the Excellent College, Collegeville, PA, Novem- • short story, “Pageant,” Pisgah 1359, 2009. Research Proposal Award for an ber 8, 2008. The faculty sponsor Review, 3(2), summer 2008. outstanding grant proposal en- was SALAR ALSARDARYF. JHENNY F. GALANF,NO JU GA F, titled “Gender Differences and the JAYME WILDINM,N A GElica VAGMITA PABUWALM,ER P TE J. Effects of Social Buffering on the JOHNSONM, “Fibonacci” at the MEEKF, NI ZhiJU L F, “Applica- Behavioral and Sleep Disturbanc- Eastern Pennsylvania Delaware tion of Network Theory in Under- es Associated with Conditioned (EPaDel) section of the Math- standing and Predicting Protein Fear” at the 2008 Lake Arrow- ematical Association of America Structure and Function,” Current head Sleep Training Workshop: Fall Meeting at Ursinus College, Proteomics, 5(3):181–190, 2008. “Innovative Concepts and Critical Collegeville, PA, November 8, Critiques,” Lake Arrowhead, CA, 2008. The faculty sponsor was September 7–12, 2008. SALAR ALSARDARYF. usp bulletin: scholarly activity page 37

Grants NATALIA COLEMANF, Aaron GRACE EARLF, Ruchi YANLIN LEIF, Shanaz WANF, AdeBOye ADEJAREF, BANKERM, T Reena HOMASM, TEJANI-BUTTF, “Differential BIN CHENF received a two-year “In Vitro Cytotoxicity of a Novel NEAL ADAMSM, Andrew Effects of Stress-Alcohol Interac- $50,000 grant from Penn Insti- NMDA Receptor Antagonist” PETERSONF, “Pharmacist’s Im- tions on [3H] MK-801 Binding to tute for the Translational Medicine at the American Association of pact on Heart Failure Outcomes: N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor in and Therapeutics (ITMAT) for Pharmaceutical Scientists An- Focus on Medication and Dietary Wistar-Kyoto and Wistar Rats” at “Therapeutic Enhancement of nual Meeting, Atlanta, November Sodium Adherence” at the Ameri- the Society for Neuroscience 38th Vascular Targeting Photodynamic 16–20, 2008. can College of Clinical Pharmacy Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, Therapy.” XIUMIN CUIM, Pardeep Annual Meeting, Louisville, KY, November 15–19, 2008. LISA DAVISF received a two-year GUPTAF, “Characterization of October 22, 2008. YANLIN LEIF, Shanaz $84,032 grant from UPENN (NIH) the Complexes of Amphiphilic KEDAR S. GOKHALEM, TEJANI-BUTTF, “Exposure to for “Autophagy Inhibition as a Peptide and Plasmid DNA” at the SRIRAMAKAMAL JONNAL- Stress Increases the Binding of Therapeutic Strategy for Glioblas- American Association of Pharma- AGADDAF, “Preparation and 3H-MK801 to Glutamate Recep- toma Multiforme.” ceutical Scientists Annual Meet- Evaluation of Sustained Release tors in Wistar-Kyoto Rat Brain” at RUSS DIGATEF received a one- ing, Atlanta, November 16–20, Infliximab Microspheres” at the the Society for Neuroscience 38th year $50,000 grant from Target 2008. American Association of Pharma- Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, Biotics for “Research on Topoi- JAMIE DASILVAM, Yanlin ceutical Scientists Annual Meet- November 15–19, 2008. somerases for Antibiotic LEIF, Graziella Manns, Philip ing, Atlanta, November 16–20, ZHIYU LIF, Russell DIGATEF, Development.” R. Gehrmans, Richard J. Rosss, 2008. “Recombinant Human Serum PARDEEP GUPTAF received a SHANAZ TEJANI-BUTTF, Adrian JASMINE GUPTAM, Cletus Albumin as Antibody Alternative” 43-month $90,000 grant from R. Morrisons, “Effects of Stress Nuness, Shyam Vyass, at the American Association of Terumo for “Optimization and on Sleep in an Animal Model: SRIRAMAKAMAL JONNAL- Pharmaceutical Scientists An- Validation of Heparin Coating of Possible Insights into Posttrau- AGADDAF, “Predicting Solubility nual Meeting, Atlanta, November Metal and Polymer Surfaces.” matic Stress Disorder” at the Parameters and Miscibility of 16–20, 2008. Lake Arrowhead Sleep Training Pharmaceutical Compounds Using CATHERINE MOOREF received a RAMA MALLIPEDDIM, Kalyan Workshop, Lake Arrowhead, CA, Molecular Dynamics Simulations” one-year $10,000 grant from the SARIPELLAM, STEven NEAUF, September 7–12, 2008, and at the at the American Association of American Association of Colleges “Coarse Particle Ethylcellulose Society for Neuroscience 38th Pharmaceutical Scientists An- of Pharmacy New Investigators and High Molecular Weight Poly- Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, nual Meeting, Atlanta, November Program for “GPCR Regulation in ethylene Oxide in Extruded and November 15–19, 2008. 16–20, 2008. Metastatic Cancer Cells.” Spheronized Beads” at the Ameri- PREETI DESAIM, Pardeep JASMINE GUPTAM, Cletus can Association of Pharmaceuti- Poster Presentations GUPTAF, “Fluorescence Spectro- Nuness, Shyam Vyass, cal Scientists Annual Meeting, scopic Investigation of Adsorp- SRIRAMAKAMAL JONNAL- Atlanta, November 16–20, 2008. ANCHALEE AIN-AIM, Pardeep tion-Induced Structural Changes AGADDAF, “Prediction of Glass GUPTAF, “Effect of Arginine ANDREW NOVICKM, A. Burks, K. in Recombinant Human Growth Transition Temperature of Hydrochloride as a Stabilizer on Renners, G. Forsters , Shanaz Hormone” at the American As- Indomethacin Using Molecular the Physical Stability of Naproxen TEJANI-BUTTF, M. Watts, sociation of Pharmaceutical Sci- Dynamics Simulations” at the Nanosuspensions” at the Ameri- “Adolescent Social Defeat Alters entists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, American Association of Pharma- can Association of Pharmaceuti- Markers of Adult Dopaminergic November 16–20, 2008. ceutical Scientists Annual Meet- cal Scientists Annual Meeting, Function” at the Society for Neu- ing, Atlanta, November 16–20, Atlanta, November 16–20, 2008. roscience 38th Annual Meeting, 2008. Washington, DC, November 15–19, CHING-FANG HSIUNGM, 2008. PARDEEP GUPTAF, “Glucose Uptake Study of TATPTD-Insulin Conjugates” at the American As- sociation of Pharmaceutical Sci- entists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, November 16–20, 2008. scholarly activity

SAFAK PAKER-LEGGSM, GE E TA ShelukarM, Rodney Presentations • “Analgesic Overdose Grand Mathew Howards , STEven WIGENTF, “Investigate the Rounds Meeting Series” (0.1 NEAUF, “Carbopol 971P in Kinetics of Drug Release from PRIYANKA AGHARKARM,N BI CME), invited presentation for Extruded-Spheronized Beads: Methyl Cellulose-Microcrystalline CHENF, “Elucidating the Mecha- physicians and medical staff, Influence of Formulation and Pro- Cellulose Bead Systems Exposed nisms of Photodynamic Therapy Millcreek Community Hospital, cessing Variables” at the Ameri- to Various Drying and Humidity Induced Endothelial Cell Morpho- Erie, PA, August 2008; South can Association of Pharmaceutical Conditions” at the American As- logical and Functional Change” at Pointe Hospital, Warrensville Scientists Annual Meeting, sociation of Pharmaceutical Sci- the American Society for Photobi- Heights, OH, October 2008; Atlanta, November 16–20, 2008. entists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, ology 34th Meeting, Burlingame, Excela Health Latrobe Hospital, CA, June 20–25, 2008. Latrobe, PA, October 2008; SAFAK PAKER-LEGGSM, November 16–20, 2008. Somerset Hospital, Somerset, STEVEN NEAUF, “Bead Charac- EDGAR TORRESM, Pardeep MICHAEL J. CAWLEYF PA, October 2008; and Bristol teristics When Using Equal Moles GUPTAF, “Study of Ion Trap • “The Growing Epidemic of and Equal Masses of Forms of Mobility Spectrometry (ITMS) Antibiotic-Resistant Staphylo- Regional Medical Center, Bristol, Propranolol in Extruded- for PAT Applications (Phase 2)” coccus aureus and the Success- TN, November 2008. Spheronized Carbopol-Containing at the American Association of ful Use of Cubicin (Daptomycin CHONG HEF, Priyanka Beads” at the American Associa- Pharmaceutical Scientists An- for Injection),” invited presenta- AGHARKARM,N BI ChenF, tion of Pharmaceutical Scientists nual Meeting, Atlanta, November tion for regional clinical pharma- “Intravital Microscopic Analysis of Annual Meeting, Atlanta, Novem- 16–20, 2008. cists and nursing staff, Orefield, Vascular Perfusion and Mac- PA, May 2008; regional clinical romolecule Extravasation after ber 16–20, 2008. M VRUSHALI WAKNIS , Srira- pharmacists, Rockville, MD, May Photodynamic Vascular Targeting F F LINDSAY B. PALKOVIC , Robert MAKAMAL JONNALAGADDA , 2008; and regional clinical phar- Therapy” at the American Society s s Simpson , Edward Seidl , “In Vitro Evaluation of Cipro- macists and microbiology staff, for Photobiology 34th Meeting, “Survival Outcomes in Patients floxacin Eluting 75:25 PDLLA-PCL Allentown, PA, October 2008. Burlingame, CA, June 20–25, 2008. Treated with Corticosteroids for Implants” at the American As- • “Optimal Use of Analgesics in CLYDE OFNERF, Chao-ShenG Clinically Determined Relative sociation of Pharmaceutical Sci- the Management of Osteoar- Adrenal Insufficiency in Septic entists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, CHEN], Karen Pica], “Macro- thritis Pain” (0.1 CME), as part of molecular Conjugates for Passive Shock” at the 27th Annual East- November 16–20, 2008. the Osteoarthritis Best Practices ern States Conference for Resi- Tumor Targeting: In Vitro Stud- IRENE YAROSLAVSKYM, in Primary Care™ Network ies with a Gelatin-Methotrexate dents and Preceptors, Hershey, SHANAZ TEJANI-BUTTF, Meeting Series, invited presen- PA, May 2008. Conjugate,” invited presentation “GABAA Receptors Are Differ- tation for primary care physi- at the EHRLICH II—2nd World KALYAN SARIPELLAM, Rama entially Regulated by Stress in cians, nurse practitioners, and Conference on Magic Bullets, MALLIPEDDIM, STEven Wistar-Kyoto and Wistar Rats” at physician assistants, Atlanta, celebrating the 100th anniversary NEAUF, “The Application of the Society for Neuroscience 38th June 2008; Orlando, June 2008; of the Nobel Prize award to Paul Crospovidone (Polylasdone® Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, and Burbank, CA, September Ehrlich, Nuremberg, Germany, XL-10) as a Diluent and Extrusion November 15–19, 2008. 2008. October 4, 2008. Spheronization Aid in the Produc- KEN YINM, G Pardeep UPTAF, • “The Changing Face of Staphy- tion of Drug Loaded Beads” at lococcus aureus Infections in SARAH A. SPINLERF “Study of the Interaction of Hu- • “Cutting-Edge Research Pre- the American Association of man Growth Hormone (hGH) Skin and Soft Tissue and Bacte- Pharmaceutical Scientists An- remia, including Right-Sided En- sented at the 2008 American with Various Proteins in Solution” College of Cardiology Meeting: nual Meeting, Atlanta, November at the American Association of docarditis,” invited presentation 16–20, 2008. for regional clinical pharmacists Antithrombotic Therapy in Pa- Pharmaceutical Scientists An- tients Managed with Percutane- KALYAN SARIPELLAM, Rama nual Meeting, Atlanta, November and nursing staff, West Chester, PA, June 2008. ous Coronary Intervention” in an MALLIPEDDIM, STEven 16–20, 2008. American College of Physician NEAUF, “Studies on the Interac- Executives–accredited webcast, tion of Water with Crospovidone ASHP Advantage, June 19 and (Polyplasdone®): Effect of Poly- July 29, 2008. mer Particle Size” at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Annual Meeting, At- lanta, November 16–20, 2008. usp bulletin: scholarly activity page 39

• “New American College of CRAIG B. WHITMANF, “Commu- CHONG HEF, Priyanka SARAH A. SPINLERF, Mark J. Chest Physicians Antithrombotic nity-Acquired MRSA” at an Alpha AGHARKARM,N BI ChenF, CZIRAKY], “Metabolic Syn- Therapy Guidelines: Implications Zeta Omega CE Seminar, Plym- “Intravital Microscopic Analysis of drome,” chapter in Pharmacist’s for Acute Coronary Syndrome outh Meeting, PA, May 29, 2008. Vascular Perfusion and Mac- Guide to Lipid Management, Management” in an ASHP Ad- romolecule Extravasation after Barbara S. Wigginss, Joseph J. Publications vantage–accredited continuing Photodynamic Vascular Target- Saseens, SARAH A. SPINLERF, education webinar, August 19 BROOKE E. BAETZ], Sarah ing Therapy,” Pharmaceutical eds., American College of Clinical and September 9, 2008. A. SPINLERF, “Dabigatran: An Research, 25(8):1873–1880, 2008. Pharmacy, Lenexa, KS, pp. 42–55, • “Improving Outcomes in Venous Oral Direct Thrombin Inhibitor A. JANELLE HERMOSILLOF, 2008. Thromboembolism Using for Prophylaxis and Treatment SARAH A. SPINLERF, “Aspirin, SARAH A. SPINLERF, Joseph Performance Measures” for of Thromboembolic Diseases,” Clopidogrel, and Warfarin: Is the J. Saseens, “Landmark Clinical the Arrowhead Affiliate of the review in Pharmacotherapy, Combination Appropriate and Trials and Other Relevant Publica- Minnesota Society of Health- 28(11):1354–1373, 2008. Effective or Inappropriate and Too tions,” chapter in Pharmacist’s System Pharmacists, Duluth, Dangerous?” review in The Annals Guide to Lipid Management, MN, October 2, 2008. MICHAEL J. CAWLEYF, “Cur- rent Issues in the Management of Pharmacotherapy, 42(6):790– Barbara S. Wigginss, Joseph J. • “Optimizing Anticoagulation in 805, 2008. Saseen,s , Sarah A. SPINLERF, ACS: A Workshop for Pharma- of Respiratory Tract Congestion,” Power-Pak CE course, August Karl Rickelss, Felipe Garcis- eds., American College of Clinical cists” in an ASHP Advantage Pharmacy, Lenexa, KS, pp. 84–99, ACPE-accredited continuing 2008. Espanas , Laura A. MANDOSF, s 2008. education program, Atlanta, BIN CHENF, Curtis Cranes, George W. Case , “Physician F September 13, 2008, and Min- CHONG HEF, David Gondeks, Withdrawal Checklist (PWC-20),” CRAIG B. WHITMAN , JOmy M. F s neapolis, October 4, 2008. PRIYANKA AGHARKARM, Mark Journal of Clinical Psychopharma- JOSEPH , Lars Ola Sjoholm , • “Percutaneous Coronary Inter- D. Savellanos, P. Jack Hoopess, cology, 28(4):447–451, 2008. “Cephalosporin-Induced Leuko- vention: Assessing Coronary Brian W. Pogues, “Disparity LINDSAY B. PALKOVICF, Kim penia Following Rechallenge with Vascular Risk Associated with Between Prostate Tumor Interior C. Coleys, Denise R. Sokoss, Cefoxitin,” Annals of Pharmaco- Bare Metal and Drug-Eluting Versus Peripheral Vasculature in “Factors Associated with Inap- therapy, 42(9):1327–1332, Septem- Stents” at a Satellite Symposium Response to Verteporfin-Mediated propriate Inpatient Prescribing ber 2008; e-pub July 22, 2008. to the Academy of Managed Vascular-Targeting Therapy,” of Acid-Suppressive Therapy,” SALLIE YOUNG], Hamid A. Care Pharmacy Educational International Journal of Cancer, International Journal of Pharmacy Al-Mondhirys, Sonia J. Vaidas, Conference, Kansas City, MO, 123(3):695–701, 2008. Practice, 17(1):73–75, 2008. Anthony Ambroses, John J. Bot- October 15, 2008. s BIN CHENF, E ChonG H F, P. SARAH A. SPINLERF, Simon ti , “Successful Use of Argatro- • “Translating Knowledge to Clini- de Wittes, P. Jack Hoopess, T. de Denuss, “Acute Coronary ban During the Third Trimester cal Practice in the Management Hasans, Brian W. Pogues, “Vas- Syndromes,” chapter in Phar- of Pregnancy: Case Report and of Acute Coronary Syndrome” cular Targeting in Photodynamic macotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Review of the Literature,” Phar- at an ACPE-accredited Satellite Therapy,” chapter 9 in Advances Approach, 7th edition, Joseph T. macotherapy, 28(12):1531–1536, Symposium to the American Col- in Photodynamic Therapy: Basic, DiPiro, Robert L. Talbert, Gary 2008. lege of Clinical Pharmacy Annual Translational, and Clinical, Michael C. Yee, Gary R. Matzke, Barbara Meeting, Louisville, KY, October R. Hamblin, Pawel Mroz, eds., G. Wells, L. Michael Posey, eds., 19, 2008. Artech House Inc., Norwood, MA, McGraw-Hill, New York, pp. SHANAZ TEJANI-BUTTF, pp. 179–91, 2008. 249–278, 2008. “Targeting Glutamate Neuro- CHRISTINE M. CRINCOLIM, Barbara S. Wigginss, Joseph J. transmission as a Strategy for the NITI N. PATELM, T Ruy Cha- Saseens , Sarah A. SPINLERF, Treatment of Depressive Illness” OF,ER P TE J. HARVISONF, eds., Pharmacist’s Guide to Lipid at the 60th India Pharmaceuti- “Role of Biotransformation in Management, American College cal Congress, New Delhi, India, 3-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-2,4-Thi- of Clinical Pharmacy, Lenexa, KS, December 12–14, 2008. azolidinedione-Induced Hepa- 2008. totoxicity in Fischer 344 Rats,” Toxicology, 250(2):100–108, 2008. we want to hear from you!

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Morgan Selected as a PharmD’10; Glen Hirsh MB’10; and Basketball Awards Tennis Awards Raymond Janowski BI’09. CAA Basketball Legend Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All- CACC All-Conference Men’s Tennis College Rifle Coaches Association Area Team: Erin Chesnavich BI’10 Team: Paul Caceres PharmD’11 Athletic director and former Drexel and Melissa Rotz PharmD’12. and Francisco Garcia CS’12. University basketball player Bobby (CRCA) All-Academic Rifle Team Hon- ors: Booth, Cavalieri, Hannah Morgan has been selected to the Daktronics Division II 2008–09 Goess MOT’10, Hirsh, Janowski, Colonial Athletic Association’s (CAA) All-Region Basketball Team: Alex Novin PharmD’10, and Elisha Softball: Tu Records 2009 Men’s Basketball Legends Class. Chesnavich Morgan played at Drexel from 1958 Shumard DPT’11. 100th Career Hit to 1961. CACC All-Conference Teams: Men— S aMAntha Tu MOT’11 became just Philadelphia Inquirer Academic Adewale Adefemi PMM’11 (third the seventh softball player in school All-Area At-Large Teams: Women— team); Women—Chesnavich (first history to record 100 career hits. Tu Cavalieri and Booth; Men— R ifle: Devils Capture team) and Allison Weiss HS’10 managed the feat over the course of Novin. 14th MAC Title (third team). the final double header of the season and finished the season with a school The mixed rifle team captured its 14th Basketball: Men’s record 57 hits. Mid Atlantic Rifle Conference (MAC) Tennis: Mens Gains championship in 2009. This is the Team Earns Sports- NCAA Tournament Softball/Baseball Awards second consecutive Sharpshooter manship Award Division smallbore championship Berth CACC All-Conference: Softball— The men’s basketball team was and the 18th MAC championship in The men’s tennis team capitalized on Dayna Phillips BI’11; Baseball— presented with the 2009 Central 33 years under head coach Paul their strong 2008–09 campaign and Peter McCauley DPT’11 (second Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Klimitas. earned an at-large regional berth in team) and Mark Forbes PharmD’12 Team Sportsmanship Award. The the NCAA Div. II men’s tennis tourna- (second team). award is given to the team that best ment after falling in the CACC champi- R ifle Awards exemplifies the spirit of athletic onship match. The Devils were ranked 2009 ESPN The Magazine College Div. Inaugural MAC All Academic Rifle competition and sportsmanship. This eighth in the NCAA East Region. Academic All-District II Softball Team: is the second Devil’s team to earn the Team: Deborah Booth BI’11, Phillips. PharmD’13; Courtney Cavalieri honor this year and the fifth in the last PharmD’11; Danielle Grimaldi nine years. CACC 2009 Team Sportsmanship Award: Baseball.

the team,” said Willey. As a result, he devel- Although Leading the Way oped a training program based on a book Willey’s eligi- by exercise physiologist Jack Daniels, PhD. bility is over, By Preyanka Makadia BI’10, PharmD’13 The team’s receptive response to his initia- he still plans to tive led to an immense improvement. attend meets and cheer his In his four years, the cross-country teams Although his NCAA eligibility ended this teammates, have been presented with Division II All- year, NICK WILLEY PharmD’11 leaves and he hopes Academic teams three times, competed in knowing he helped the men’s cross-country they will prog- three NCAA East Regional Conferences, team rise to the next level. Willey’s dedica- ress further and recorded a second and third place tion and leadership paved the way for even over the next finish at the Central Atlantic Collegiate more promising seasons in the future. few years. Conference (CACC) Championships. In As he enters As part of a nationally competitive team in addition to personal honors, Willey has the the arduous high school, Willey was used to rigorous fastest 8K time in school history. fifth year in practices and a team training schedule. He the doctor felt that having a program to prepare for a “Nick’s leadership the last two years and, NICK WILLEY PharmD’11 of pharmacy competition gives the team a sense of pur- in particular, this past season contributed program, Willey is relieved he will not have pose, since teammates knew what to accom- greatly to our program’s success,” said such a time-consuming training schedule. plish each day. BOB HELLER, head men’s and women’s cross-country coach. “Nick has always Nevertheless, his passion for running has “When I came in as a freshman, I really been highly motivated as a runner, offering not faded, and he continues to run a “relax- wanted to bring everybody together and encouragement to the newer runners and ing” seven to eight miles every day. do well. Although running is an individual pushing everyone on the team to improve. sport, college cross-country is really about His presence will be missed next season.” 600 South 43rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104-4495

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