Pharmacy in the News
Board of Pharmacy Appointment Showcases Excellence of Cedarville Faculty
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine re-appointed Dr. Jeff Huston of the Cedarville University School of Pharmacy to the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy. And for fiscal year 2025, Huston serves as vice president of the board as a result of the members’ vote.
$15 Million Gift, VP for Strategic Initiatives, and New Master’s Degree Highlight Trustees’ Fall Meeting
Transformation in the lives of students is at the heart of a Cedarville University education. Now, Cedarville is poised to continue enriching the Cedarville experience with a $15 million gift to the university from an anonymous donor and the creation of a new senior-level strategic initiatives position approved by the Board of Trustees at its October 2024 meeting.
Dr. Samson Amos: Bridging Faith and Science to Fight Cancer
Walking through his village in Nigeria, Dr. Samson Amos, chair and associate professor of pharmaceutical sciences at Cedarville University, heard the unmistakable sound of a woman weeping. This moment of profound need would shape Amos' future in cancer research, rooted in compassion and his desire to make a difference.
Seeking a Cure With Selfless Motivation
In a quiet lab tucked away in the Ohio countryside, Dr. Samson Amos and his students work steadily. Though the ultimate cure for cancer may not come from their lab, the seeds of hope and determination they plant together could very well inspire that future breakthrough.
Pharmacy Students Take on Real-World Challenges in Prasco Partnership
The Cedarville University School of Pharmacy is partnering with Prasco Laboratories, the leading U.S. based pharmaceutical company to offer a novel work-study program where Cedarville’s pharmacy students can partner with Prasco’s call center to serve the community, hone their communication and problem-solving skills and learn about pharmacovigilance.
Pharmacist is Fighting to End Pharmacy Deserts
Many Americans enjoy the services and convenience of the local pharmacies that fill their prescriptions and meet their medical needs, but the future abundance of pharmacies is unclear. In fact, “pharmacy deserts,” which are large areas with no pharmacy for communities to access, are becoming an increasing threat to public health. In an answer to this threat, Dr. Emmanuel Ayanjoke chose to pursue pharmacy ownership after completing his pharmacy fellowship in Cedarville University’s School of Pharmacy.
Pharmacy Students Impact the Community in Guatemala
Students at Cedarville University spend approximately 1,000 days during their four years on campus. During this period, Dr. Thomas White, president, encourages each student to participate in a mission trip. Based on the feedback from other pharmacy students who had served in Guatemala on previous mission opportunities, Thomas Bonifield, a second-year pharmacy student, agreed to serve at a free, four-day clinic in Los Dolores, Guatemala. This experience transformed his perspective on medical care and spreading the gospel.
Breaking Barriers: Dr. Amos' Cancer Research
Dr. Samson Amos’ cancer research is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Cedarville students. Already, their work is being cited in research projects. Other educational institutions are also vying to come alongside Cedarville’s School of Pharmacy in this research. But, despite the initial success, Amos sees their research having a deeper kingdom impact.
Cedarville University Launches Pioneering Health Care Innovation Program
Staying on the cutting edge, Cedarville University launched a new healthcare innovation concentration in the Master of Arts in Innovation. Connecting creativity with problem-solving, the program equips students to create innovative healthcare solutions.
From Egypt to Cedarville: A Miraculous Journey
Welcome to a touching episode of the Cedarville Stories Podcast, where we bring you the inspiring journey of Caroline Abdelmassih, a student in Cedarville University's Doctor of Pharmacy program.
Longing for Global Health Service
Combining health care with missions was the reason several students from Cedarville University’s School of Pharmacy attended the 2023 Global Mission Health Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, this past November.
Miss Michigan's Unexpected Turn: A Medical Mission Unveiled
Sierra Bognear was on the fast track to entertainment and modeling stardom. With a modeling contract with Nike in hand and after being crowned Miss Michigan, Bognear’s professional future was bright.