 The WesternU Experience - PharmacyWhat our students have to say about the:
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 "One of the nice things about WesternU is its small-community feeling. Almost everyone I have met at WesternU is pleasant and friendly. It is easy to strike up a conversation with anyone, from the Assistant Dean to the cleaning staff. Whenever I have a problem, I can usually find someone who will do their best to help me. Since WesternU is not as big as a public university, it is easy to meet and get to know everyone within the pharmacy program. The smaller class size has given me the opportunity to know many of my classmates fairly well. Most of the COP faculty are knowledgeable and very approachable. Believe it or not, the professors are actually concerned about their students' well-being and understanding of the material. It is encouraging to know that I can go to them with any questions. Another positive feature of WesternU and the COP is how receptive they are to student feedback. Student opinions are taken into account when making improvements for the school. For example, in response to student surveys they increased the number of computers and printers in The Commons. The COP curriculum is very dynamic because the faculty considers comments and concerns from current students when planning for future classes. The close-knit atmosphere at WesternU puts it on the RIGHT side of the railroad tracks!"
Michelle Huynh (PharmD 2008) |
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 "Three main reasons to come to WesternU: Strong academic programs, friendly environment, and a relaxing sense of family among peers.
The best thing about WesternU is the duality of its programs when it comes to learning and practicing. Right from the start, you roll up your sleeves and begin community and hospital rotations. So you don't just sit in class and memorize terms, but you actually go out there and practice what you learn, as you learn it. This is a great advantage over other pharmacy programs because you can use your knowledge by applying it to actual community cases.
I also chose WesternU because it fosters a friendly environment between healthcare programs, classes, and classmates. Forget the snobby students who never want to share their thoughts and ideas with their classmates. Students are assigned to groups that will work together throughout the academic year. These groups are very helpful because they instigate discussions and sharpen team-oriented skills that are essential in any healthcare position in the job market. Moreover, educators and facilitators are always willing to help you. With their "open-door" policy, most of the time you can walk right into their offices and they can address your concerns without delay.
At WesternU, you are family! Do not be surprised if your professors know you by your name. You are no longer an identification number sitting in a dusty computer database. Here, professors are committed to meet each student, and many of them will sit with you and discuss your academic progress to ensure that your career is right on track. Try getting that kind of attention in another university."
Ruben Ayala (PharmD 2008) |
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 "The best and most profound thing in the PharmD program at Western is the interaction between compassionate faculty and eager students within the dynamically designed classrooms. I chose WesternU because of its reputation and history of developing a health professional family designed to promote health care of all individuals with unprecedented compassion and knowledge. As a current student of the PharmD program at WesternU, I am proud to be part of a rich, diverse student body educated by a friendly, innovative faculty that drives to instill new ideas and unique concepts that we as future pharmacists can implement to improve the health care industry."
Dax Easton (PharmD 2009) |
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 "The best thing about my PharmD program is the "block" schedule, which allows me to focus on one or two courses at a time. This type of course scheduling gives me the opportunity to review and absorb the material at a much steadier pace as opposed to being overwhelmed with the stress that comes along with taking four or five courses at a time. I chose to come to WesternU primarily because I feel that this university provides students with a welcoming and friendly environment. The faculty, staff, and students provide a sense of "family" which makes you feel right at home. It's nice to know that you can count on everyone here when in need of a helping hand. Students of all ethnicities attend this university which allows for more diversity and individuality. It's a learning experience which gives you the opportunity to create lasting friendships, gain a better understanding of the pharmacy profession, and allows you to meet other professionals with whom you can network with."
Sarah Carmona (PharmD 2008)
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 "The thing I like best about WesternU's Pharmacy program is the environment that they set out to achieve.The college tries to have a student-focused environment for learning. I already feel comfortable with the professors. I chose to come to this school because of the emphasis that they place on teamwork. It helps me learn from other students as well as to learn how to deal with group settings. Additionally, the professors at WesternU strive to teach Pharmacy using care and compassion as the cornerstone. These characteristics, I feel, are a rare commodity to be found in Pharmacy schools. The best thing about the program is the way the curriculum is set up in blocks. Also, it's really great how professors get us out there to preceptor sites one month into our first year. It makes it easier to apply what we have learned."
Ajay Roberts (PharmD 2009) |
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 "The best thing I like about WesternU is the "block system" that is employed by the pharmacy program. It gives me the opportunity to "focus" and truly learn one subject at a time. I chose to come to WesternU because student opinion counts! The staff at WesternU works together with the students to constantly improve the program. As a result, the students at WesternU get the best education possible in an efficient, organized and fair manner. If you want to learn in an institution that provides education far above your expectations; in a system where the students and the staff really interact with each other, WesternU should be first on your list! The knowledgeable, experienced and super friendly professors / staff really do make this school an ideal environment to pursue your education and dreams."
Gagik Movsesian (PharmD 2007) |
 "I enrolled in the Health Professions Education program to be able to have the skills as a good clinician in patient counseling. The program helped me learn the tools to be able to teach my colleagues in the health professions. The program has taught me, first and foremost, good communication skills. It has helped me learn to communicate effectively to an audience, with new technological tools and media that are available to instructors. I have learned the background of what is required to create a curriculum, and how to subsequently implement it. I highly recommend this program to anyone who is interested in expanding their role as an educator in the health professions."
Simone Yik (MSHS-HPE, PharmD 2004)
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 "The faculty here is very helpful, knowledgeable, and care about success of the students. One of the reasons I chose WesternU is because of the warmth and compassion from the staff. When I came for a tour they were very welcoming and that made me want to come here. The program is very fast paced and requires continuous hard work and dedication to achieving your goal. It is quite an exciting experience and there are opportunities to get involved actively in the pharmacy profession."
Ihinosen Ogbeide (PharmD 2007)
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 "WesternU exemplifies an extraordinary combination of the medical sciences with the human touch. The university offers the desired quality education, and gives personal, positive experiences through its faculty, staff members and students."
Bony Ma (PharmD 2005) |
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