IOWA CITY, IOWA (September 3, 2021) — The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy welcomed its Class of 2025 with the staging of its annual White Coat Ceremony.
Dean Donald Letendre emphasized the importance of professionalism in his remarks and encouraged students to know their 'why': Why they chose the profession of pharmacy.
During the ceremony, students were coated by Clinical Professor Jay Currie, Veale Professor William Doucette, Clinical Associate Professor Deanna McDanel, and Clinical Associate Professor Jeffrey Reist. Chris Clayton, an Iowa PharmD alum (Class of 2000) and president-elect of the Iowa Pharmacy Association, gave a warm welcome on behalf of the profession.
The event marked the end of the course, "Engagement: Professional Skills and Values," during which students were introduced to the college community and profession, learned about the curriculum, student resources, service, and outreach opportunities, and participated in self-development and awareness activities.
The PharmD class of 2025 is 63-percent female and 37-percent male, with 67 percent of the students coming from Iowa. The class represents eleven different states; 28 percent are underrepresented minorities, and 55 percent have a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Tristan Bautista of East Moline, IL
Lauren Gravert of Davenport, IA
Brooke Jasper of De Witt, IA
John Loomis of Le Claire, IA
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From inside our world-class medical center to the most prestigious creative-writing program in the US, students have access to quality academic support and are equipped with the tools they need to stand out in a competitive workforce. Our 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio allows students to work directly with experts in their field while earning valuable, practical skills.
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