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Class of 2020

Program

Congratulations, Class of 2020!

We celebrate you, Class of 2020, for your accomplishments. You completed a rigorous academic program and persevered through an unprecedented global pandemic to achieve your degree. You are prepared to meet the healthcare challenges of our increasingly complex, global world.

As you graduate, you join a strong network of over 8,000 alumni who are exemplary practitioners, researchers, medical professionals, and leaders. You become a member of the Pharmacy Alumni Association, an organization for all graduates of the School of Pharmacy.

Please enjoy this virtual graduation celebration, where our leaders, alumni and students present their remarks to you in a digital format, and we celebrate each graduate.

Dean Steve Swanson speaking at 2020 Graduation and Awards Celebration event

Welcome to Candidates and Guests from Dean Swanson

Dean Swanson congratulates our School of Pharmacy Class of 2020 graduates.

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The faculty and staff at the School know that you are exceptional students. Your work and the national awards that you earned reflect your talent and hard work to be the best.
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Steven M. Swanson
Dean and Professor, School of Pharmacy
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Keynote Speaker: Bruce E. Scott, MS, FASHP

Bruce Scott (BS '79) is chair of the School of Pharmacy Board of Visitors and is a senior executive with an extensive and successful background in healthcare. He has served in the leadership of major organizations, including EnvisionPharmacies, Accredo Infusion Services, McKesson Medication Management, and Allina Hospitals & Clinics. Scott has served as a past president of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and is a recipient of ASHP's Harvey A.K. Whitney Lecture Award, health-system pharmacy’s highest honor. He draws on his experiences in improving healthcare delivery and in leadership development and pharmacy administration for his message to the Class of 2020.

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Recognizing Excellence
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Graduation Awards

Our awards recognize excellence in our community through scholastic achievement, leadership, professionalism and service to the School of Pharmacy and the greater world, along with contributions to the profession of pharmacy. The honored individuals from the PharmD and PharmTox programs embody the characteristics of each award, many of which are sponsored by alumni and local, national or international organizations. Congratulations, honorees!

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Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science

The graduate programs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy prepare top-flight scientists and researchers to address scientific, social, and administrative challenges in healthcare. From these rigorous programs, graduates go on to shape the future of healthcare and service delivery.

Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

Graduate student Tanvee Thakur, winner of a teaching assistant award and Joseph B. Wiederholt Fellow, with Associate Professor Charles Lauhon.

Graduate Programs Class Speaker: Tanvee M. Thakur, PhD '20

Tanvee Thakur addresses her fellow Class of 2020 graduates in this graduation speech.

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Recognition of the Graduates: PhD in HSRP
Recognition of the Graduates: PhD and Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Recognition of the Graduates: Masters in Health System Pharmacy Administration
I hope you are leaving this program as I did, with many fond memories, a pride in your accomplishments, and a sense of belonging to an amazing group of UW alumni. On behalf of the PAA, we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors!
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Josie Kristiansen (PharmD '10)
Pharmacy Alumni Association President
Josie Kristiansen in her home office

Welcome to Alumnihood

Josie Kristiansen (PharmD '10) serves as President of the Pharmacy Alumni Association for the School of Pharmacy. There's a powerful bond between Pharmacy Badgers, and she explains how you'll be part of a 8,000+ community of pharmacy alumni.

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Well Wishes from Alumni

Our Pharmacy Badgers congratulate you on your tremendous achievements. Listen to messages of advice and support from Robert W. Kowalski (PharmD '93), Dimmy Sohkal (PharmD '13), Yolanda Tolson (BS '95), and Jenny Tempelis (PharmD ’03). Alumni are rooting for you!

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Doctor of Pharmacy

The Doctor of Pharmacy at the University of Wisconsin–Madison prepares students for a successful career meeting the challenges of our increasingly complex world. Graduates of the PharmD program benefit from the legacy of 137 years of excellence in pharmacy education at UW–Madison, graduating into an esteemed group that includes numerous leaders of national healthcare organizations, entrepreneurs, and cutting-edge practitioners.

Congratulations to the PharmD Class of 2020!

Recognition of the Graduates: Doctor of Pharmacy
Address to PharmD Class of 2020 - Nick Friedlander, PharmD '20
PharmD Scholars in Pharmacy
Administration of the Oath of a Pharmacist: Mike Gillard, President of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin
Larry Boh Clinical Instructor Excellence Award - Presented to Nicholas F. Zetes
Memories from the PharmD Class of 2020

Pharmacology and Toxicology

The Pharmacology and Toxicology undergraduate program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy features an interdisciplinary, biomedically-rich, human-health focused curriculum that prepares students for scientific careers as well as for graduate work or study in health professional programs.

Congratulations to the PharmTox Class of 2020!

Class of 2020 for Pharmacology and Toxicology over a zoom call

PharmTox Live Event Recording

The virtual live event for Bachelor of Science in PharmTox candidates, family, and friends was held on May 9. They celebrated with guest speaker Tracy Laabs (BS ’01), Pharmacy Alumni Association’s PharmTox Alumnus of the Year.

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Let's Sing Varsity

Graduation Goodies

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School of Pharmacy Graduation & Awards Video Playlist

Stream all of the School of Pharmacy virtual event videos on YouTube.

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Class of 2020 Spotify Playlist

UW–Madison Class of 2020 Spotify Music Playlist

Celebrate with some classic feel-good tunes and a few songs that define the UW college experience.

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Class of 2020 #UWGRAD

Selfie Virtual Backgrounds

The Wisconsin Alumni Association would like to welcome the Class of 2020 to the Badger family with these virtual backgrounds for selfies and video chats.

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Tell Us What You Think

This virtual graduation event is a first for many of us, and we would love to hear from you on your thoughts. Please share what you enjoyed, things we could have done differently, and anything else we could do to make these virtual experiences better in the future.

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If you have questions or comments about the School of Pharmacy Graduation & Celebration event, please email us at virtualgraduation@pharmacy.wisc.edu. You also can share your feedback via this quick survey.  
Acknowledgements

A heartfelt thank-you goes to the faculty and staff at the School of Pharmacy who coordinated this celebration event, pioneering the digital event format while staying physically distant:

Anna Reinhart, Lindsey Weigel, Dave Mott, Alissa Karnaky, Mike Pitterle, Ken Sabbar, Sally Griffith-Oh, Alyson Kim, Katie Gerhards, and Grace Kim

DiscoveRx Spring 2020 cover

Stay Connected with DiscoveRx

Stay connected with the School by reading the quarterly alumni publication. You can share your milestones by submitting a Class Note.

Co-hosts of the Pharmacy Alumni Event: Pharm staff David Mott, alumni Ryan Miller, and Jenny Tempelis

Keep in Touch

As you move on to achieve great things, share your new contact information to stay connected with your alumni network.

A yellow Memorial Union Terrace chair is pictured against a sunny blue sky at UW-Madison.. The chair is known for its iconic sunburst design. (Photo by Jeff Miller/UW-Madison)

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Connect with other alumni on Badger Bridge, the social network just for Badgers. Find new connections, ask for advice, or offer to help students.

Spring 2020 Campus Commencement

UW–Madison Commencement Ceremony on May 9
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