Hello! My name is Adrian, and I’m a third year student pharmacist. I was born in Illinois and grew up in the Chicago area. I went to University of Illinois Chicago, where I got my Bachelor’s of Science in Biological Sciences prior to attending the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy.

I chose the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy because it’s a well-known and highly accredited pharmacy school. I was impressed by the faculty and the school’s wide variety of resources for its students. There are also many student organizations and research opportunities for students to customize their pharmacy career. I have experience working in community and inpatient pharmacy, where I am currently working as an intern at the Madison VA, but I have a rising interest in clinical and ambulatory care pharmacy. I am currently involved in the Wisconsin Society of Pharmacy Students and the Student College of Clinical Pharmacy, which helped me get involved in the community and learn about the various pharmacy professions. This upcoming year I will also be serving as the regent for Kappa Psi, which is a pharmaceutical fraternity here at the School of Pharmacy.

Outside of school, I enjoy working out and spending time outdoors, especially on the trails in the Madison area. There are some good spots to hang out by the lake and soak in the views. I also enjoy trying new foods in the plethora of restaurants this city has to offer. During the summer, I especially enjoy listening to live music on the Memorial Union Terrace.

I am eager to answer your questions about pharmacy school, being a pharmacy student, or just about the Madison area itself. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, big or small!

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Hello! My name is Choua and I am a third year pharmacy student. I am from the Schofield area of Wisconsin. Prior to pharmacy school, I completed two years of prerequisite courses at UW-Stevens Point at Wausau.

I chose the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy because it is a prestigious school with opportunities to network with professionals in the field. Additionally, there are many student organizations focusing on different aspects of pharmacy which allow students to gain opportunities to explore their interests. Also, students are provided with
opportunities to attend conferences and get involved in research. Something I like about the program is that faculty members care not only about students’ academic well-being, but also their mental well-being. This is important because students’ mental well-being affects their academic performance.

An area of interest in the field of pharmacy for me is inpatient pharmacy, particularly cardiac and ICU units. An extracurricular activity that I am interested in is health disparity research and how we can address and solve disparities in healthcare. During my free time, some hobbies I like to indulge in are drawing, cooking, and
playing sports. Other than that, my favorite thing to do in Madison is trying out new restaurants that I haven’t been to before. After all, food makes everyone feel better! Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!

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Hi there! My name is Dyson, and I’m a third-year student pharmacist here at the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy. I’m a military kid who was born in Florida and hopped a few states but was primarily raised in Raleigh, NC. I also got my bachelor’s degree in clinical research at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

I ended up in Wisconsin partly due to the need for a change in scenery but was ultimately drawn to the pharmacy program UW–Madison had to offer. The program so far has motivated me to become the best I can be academically and professionally with its rigorous curriculum as well as the many ways to excel outside the classroom. One thing about the program I love is how available and helpful the faculty are in making sure all students get the help they need.

I’m personally interested in going into a non-traditional field of pharmacy — whether that’s industry, managed care, or assisting in clinical trials to utilize my bachelor’s degree. Along with that, I’m part of the Scholars in Pharmacy program where I’m able to customize my degree with a path of distinction in applied drug development to further solidify my clinical research background.

I’ve been slowly getting more involved in pharmacy extracurriculars as I get more comfortable with the school curriculum. This school year I will begin my leadership positions as Rho Chi Honor Society vice president and Student Association of Specialty Pharmacy (SASP) community engagement officer. I used to work at Walgreens as a pharmacy technician intern and this past summer I was an intern for Navitus. My first year of pharmacy school I was a residential counselor for a week-long summer program for underrepresented high school students in health care
who are interested in pharmacy.

When I have some time to myself, I usually spend that free time hanging out with friends, eating delicious food, watching Netflix (or literally any streaming service because I have them all), or playing video games. I’ve had a recent unhealthy obsession with playing the Nintendo Switch, especially Super Smash Bros. I’m still very new to Madison so I’m still learning about the best places to eat and go have fun. I can say though that it’s been extremely easy to befriend those familiar with the area who can show you around.

I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about pharmacy school, the area of pharmacy I’m interested in, or anything else you may want to know from a student’s perspective!

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Hi everyone! I am a fourth-year pharmacy student at UW–Madison. I was raised in the Twin Cities area in Minnesota and chose to complete my undergrad prerequisites at UW–Madison.

UW–Madison offers a unique program where I was able to complete a bachelor’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences while completing my pharmacy classes. It’s been an incredible experience where I’ve gotten numerous opportunities to be involved with amazing peers, professors, and preceptors. I am passionate about serving underrepresented minority groups and hope to be more involved with outreach and medical interventions. I am involved in the school serving as my DPH-4 class president, but previously held other leadership positions and conducted research during my classroom coursework. I am now completing rotations full time before I graduate and have a lot of experiences to reflect on.

I am currently interested in pursuing a Fellowship in the pharmaceutical industry, otherwise going into an oncology ambulatory residency. I have a lot of experience in the ambulatory care area and can speak more about opportunities available to students.

Some things that I like to do outside of pharmacy include paddle boarding, reading, painting, and trying out new recipes! During the summer I love to explore different restaurants around State Street, enjoy nights on the Terrace and visit the farmer’s market around the capital. Going to Brittingham Boats to kayak, canoe, or paddleboard on Lake Monona is one of my favorite sunny day activities! On rainy days I love finding new crafts to do and having movie nights with friends.

Please feel to reach out if you have any questions about pharmacy, the city of Madison, or just want to chat! I am always available, and I love answering questions.

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Hello, I am Kara and I am a 4th year student pharmacist. I am from a tiny town in northwest Wisconsin, about an hour north of Eau Claire. I completed my undergraduate studies at UW–Madison. I originally thought I wanted to be a chemical engineer but quickly learned that pharmacy was the career I truly wanted. I completed three years of prerequisites and then fast-tracked into the program and was awarded my Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences after one year in the Doctor of Pharmacy program.

I chose to attend UW–Madison for pharmacy school as well because I love the Madison area (the lifestyle, game days, lakes, its culture), it is one of the top pharmacy schools in the nation, and I would get to continue spending time with my friends.

I am currently undecided on what avenue of pharmacy I want to pursue, but some avenues I like so far are ambulatory care, administration, insurance, and clinical pharmacy. To set myself up for my career, I applied and was accepted to the Rural Health Concentration the school offers, which allows me to build project management skills, learn to conduct population research, and to advocate for populations with little to no access to healthcare. I am currently completing my 4th year as an APPE-RT student at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire for 6 of my 8 rotations.

As far as clubs go, I am a member of Wisconsin Society of Pharmacy Students, Phi Delta Chi, Student Ambassadors, and Pharmacy PHIT. When I am not busy learning, I love to balance my time with family and friends doing activities such as exploring Madison, traveling, playing games, and hosting movie nights. I love to spend time outdoors — hiking, running, playing volleyball, spike ball, softball, kayaking, paddle boarding, and hammocking. I also love to read and binge-watch TV series. I own way too many candles and especially love lighting them in the fall when it is cold outside and I have nowhere to be.

I want to help make your journey as smooth as possible by sharing my own experiences of what went well or what I wish I would have done differently. I am really looking forward to hearing from you and am happy to answer any questions you have about pharmacy school, the application process, myself, or UW–Madison!

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Hi! My name is Lindsay, and I’m a fourth-year student pharmacist. I grew up in Sauk Prairie, Wisconsin — a small, rural community (the two neighboring towns of Sauk City and Prairie du Sac) about half-way between Madison and Wisconsin Dells along the Wisconsin River. I completed my BS in Biochemistry from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in 2004 and returned to my hometown area in 2007 to be closer to my family as my husband and I were starting our own.

I was drawn to UW–Madison School of Pharmacy for its reputation of producing highly successful pharmacists through its top-notch curriculum, incredible faculty, and an active alumni network that spans the entire country and beyond. However, my full decision to attend here was made after experiencing the welcoming environment during an Open House and Interview Day. After meeting students and professors, I truly felt that I belonged here. The Scholars in Pharmacy program also set UW–Madison apart.

For my future career, I would love to work as a primary care pharmacist in a rural area. I am currently in the Rural Health Concentration, the Path of Distinction in Leadership and APPE-RT with the Rural Wisconsin Health Co-op. Through these experiences, I have built upon my leadership and project management skills, conducted a research project focused on a student-led primary care service, and I am continuing to learn about innovative problem solving in Rural Healthcare. One benefit the School of Pharmacy offers is the array of options to personalize your education
experience through Scholars in Pharmacy programs, elective courses, and experiential sites for IPPEs and APPEs.

Another great thing about School of Pharmacy is that there are multiple ways to get involved beyond the coursework with varying amounts of time commitments so students can join what fits with other obligations and schoolwork. I am currently involved in Wisconsin Society of Pharmacy Students, Student College of Clinical Pharmacy and BadgeRxPeds.

Outside of pharmacy school, I am a mom to three boys ages 13, 10, and 7 (8th grade, 5th grade, and 2nd grade for the 2023-24 school year), who are involved in multiple sports. I love taking them to explore the numerous, beautiful state, county, and regional parks/trails in the area — our favorites are Parfrey’s Glen, Devil’s Lake, the Great Sauk Trail/Sauk Prairie Riverway, and Ferry Bluff (among the many others!). I also volunteer within their sports organizations and parent-teacher organizations for their schools.

Some activities to check out in Madison: catch a Mallards (baseball) or Capitols (hockey) game, walk through the Arboretum, check out the area lakes (winter and summer activities), Dane County Farmers Market (Saturday morning on the Capitol Square), or tour the state capitol.

Please reach out with questions! I would love to answer questions about pharmacy school, balancing other life obligations with school, returning to school after a break, commuting to campus/parking, life in the Madison area, or anything else you may be wondering about.

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Hello there! My name is Theo, and I am a second year pharmacy student. I am originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, where I completed my undergrad at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. There I received my bachelor degree in biochemistry with a minor in theater arts.

I chose to attend UW–Madison School of Pharmacy for its prestigious academic program and welcoming community. So far, I’ve appreciated the amount of exploration and the connections the school provides to its students to nurture involvement in different fields of pharmacy. I believe this is one of the things that makes our program special! For instance, I am pursuing the Applied Drug Development Path of Distinction (PoD) and Leadership PoD, which will provide me a chance to explore and develop my skills in industry pharmacy practice.

While I have yet to commit to a specific area of pharmacy practice, my current interests are in the pharmacy industry, managed care, and pediatrics. I also appreciate how UW–Madison provides numerous opportunities to get involved in student organizations. Currently, I am the historian for Kappa Psi, a pharmaceutical fraternity on campus and a student ambassador, amongst membership in many other wonderful student interest groups.

My favorite thing to do in Madison is to try new food places and to go on walks around the beautiful walking trails around the city, though I am still curiously exploring all that Madison has to offer. Additionally, you can find me trying new food recipes, doing yoga, or finishing a jigsaw puzzle.

Feel free to reach out with any questions at all– asking about admissions, student life, my perspective as an out of state student, etc. I love helping out students wherever they are on their pharmacy journey!

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