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Page 1 of 63 Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program Fiscal Year 2008 1. Lead Applicant Institution: Institution: Ursuline College Street/Building/P.O. Box Number: 2550 Lander Road City: Pepper Pike Email: cdevinne@ursuline.edu Telephone Number: 440.684.6072 2. Proposal Information: Assigned Proposal Identification Number: COFSP-08-35 Working Title for the Proposal: Pharmacy Scholarships Lead Applicant Academic Department(s) Involved: Pharmacy 3. Project Budget: Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program Award Amount Requested: $364,000 Institutional Cost-Share to be Committed: $1,679,300 4. Collaborating Institutions and Organizations (if appropriate): Cleveland Clinic Foundation Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center Fax: 440.449.5421 State: OH Zip Code: 44124 5. Institutional Certification and Endorsement: The signature of the lead applicant institution’s president below certifies that the information contained in this proposal is accurate and, further, that the institution endorses the objectives of the Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program by agreeing to make the specific investments and carry out the specific project(s) outlined in the attached proposal. President: Sr. Diana Stano, O.S.U., Ph.D. Signature: Date: January 17, 2008 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 2 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) ABSTRACT The University of Toledo (UT) College of Pharmacy, in collaboration with Ursuline College (UC) as lead institution, proposes a scholarship program that will increase the economic strength of the State of Ohio by promoting the education of registered pharmacists and researchers in the pharmaceutical sciences. This public/private dual-admission 2 + 4 pharmacy partnership, unique in the state, offers students the opportunity for small-sized classes and individualized attention at UC, as well as all the advantages of an established professional program at UT. Choose Ohio First scholarships of $3500 per student annually will provide tuition reimbursements to support 52 partnership students across the grant period. By earning a PharmD or BSPS from UT, graduates will in turn expand Ohio’s economy, helping to fill a critical shortage in the pharmacy professionals needed to care for its residents and supports its thriving healthcare industry. To increase the number of qualified students in the partnership, UT and UC will initiate four new Recruitment Strategies: Cleveland Summer Pharmacy Camp, supported by corporate sponsors Pre-Pharmacy Mentoring Program for high school seniors, supported by professional pharmacist volunteers Pharmacy Careers Event for high school science teachers and counselors “Science FIRST,” funded through a grant from TG’s Public Benefits Recruitment will focus on populations under-represented in STEM fields, first-generation college students (including students of non-traditional age), and students from high schools recognized as Continuous Improvement, Academic Watch, or Emergency Schools by the State of Ohio School District Indicators. To ensure that these students receive the support they need for the challenging curriculum of their pre-professional years at Ursuline, the partner institutions will implement three new pharmacy-specific Retention Strategies: Three-year pre-professional track option Enrollment in the Academy of Student Pharmacists Cross-campus pharmacy student activities These measures will extend the continuum of support available at Ursuline in its current student-success programming, including a new-student inventory, a first-generation project with internal scholarships, and two peer-mentoring programs through the Office of Multicultural Affairs and the Student Success Center. At the same time, Choose Ohio First scholarships, along with additional merit awards and financial aid from both campuses during and beyond the grant, will reduce attrition for financial reasons. The Office of the Director of the Pharmacy Partnership, on site at UC, will oversee and coordinate all initiatives. Continuous evaluation of the various components will be used to establish a databank of results and accomplish these outcomes: Retention of 75% of Y1 students through the pre-professional years at UC Admission of 60% of the Y2 pool and 50% of the Y3 pool from UC to the professional program at UT Timely degree-completion of 93-98% of these students at UT 100% job placement of UT graduates A model of collaboration and shared resources, this program offers readily transferrable prototypes of strategies to benefit individual students and the State of Ohio. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 3 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy, in partnership with Ursuline College in Pepper Pike as lead institution, proposes a scholarship program that will increase the economic strength of the State of Ohio by supporting the education of 52 registered pharmacists and researchers in the pharmaceutical sciences during the grant period. To identify the students needed to support this increase, the two partner institutions have designed four new Recruitment Strategies and three new Retention Strategies, which, in conjunction with current successful support systems for students, will sustain student success far beyond the grant. Ohio Has a Critical Need for Pharmacy Professionals The State of Ohio is experiencing a critical shortage of graduates with the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, professionals needed to support the state’s thriving healthcare industry and provide services for its residents. Currently, Pharmacy Manpower Project, Inc., ranks Ohio’s need for pharmacists as high as 4.13 on a 5.0 scale (2008). There is a similar shortage of individuals with the BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) degree. Research as early as 2001 projected a need for over 600 new BSPS professionals by 2006 (Broedel-Zaugg, Kisor, & Sullivan, 2003), and the degree also opens a pathway to other graduate and professional schools on which the strength of Ohio’s healthcare system rests, such as medicine, dentistry, and veterinary medicine. Moreover, patient-related roles that pharmacy professionals serve, especially in medication therapy management, can play a significant role in reducing the escalating cost of healthcare in the state Pages 62-63: Reference information for resources cited The University of Toledo/Ursuline College Pharmacy Partnership Addresses Ohio’s Need The College of Pharmacy of The University of Toledo addresses the growing shortage of pharmacy professionals through its educational mission to meet the pharmaceutical needs of society, advance pharmaceutical research, and serve the community with integrity, respect, and professionalism. In 2006 the College of Pharmacy initiated a 2 + 4 dualadmission partnership with Ursuline College, whose mission is rooted in the Catholic tradition, with a values-based liberal arts curriculum that prepares students for further education, careers, leadership, and service to society. The partnership’s first 2 students enrolled in Fall 2007. Page 19: UT Vice President for Research Administration letter of support Page 20: The University of Toledo mission statement Page 21: UT College of Pharmacy mission statement Page 22: Ursuline College mission statement The University of Toledo/Ursuline College (UT/UC) partnership offers the unique opportunity for small-size classes and individualized attention at Ursuline College, combined with all the advantages of an established professional program at a research institution. Features that ensure efficient use of resources and programs at both institutions include: a. Shared UT faculty member on site at UC as Director of the Pharmacy Partnership (DPP) b. UT staff member on site at UC as Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention (CRR) c. Carefully calibrated shared curriculum, including a distance-learning course taught at UT and relayed to UC Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 4 of 63 d. Seamless articulation of students from UC to UT e. Collaborative marketing and recruitment efforts Experience with Pharmacy partnership students at Cleveland State University has shown that these students perform at the same academic level as native UT students in combined courses, compete with equal success rates for places in the professional years at UT, and achieve the same 100% pass-rate on board exams. Thus, the new UT/UC partnership builds on a proven record of student accomplishment. Page 23: BSPS Fact Sheet Pages 24-27: PharmD Career Series information Choose Ohio First Scholarships Will Increase BSPS and PharmD Graduates in Ohio Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program funds, directed toward tuition reimbursement scholarships, will expand recruitment and solidify retention by supplying financial aid that is critical to degree completion. The anticipated result is an increase in the number of partnership students who successfully complete BSPS and PharmD degrees. • Choose Ohio First Scholarships will increase the proportion of students from underrepresented populations who complete the PharmD or BSPS degree. The UT/UC Partnership is specifically designed to support the success of students from under-represented groups. Currently 29% of undergraduates at Ursuline come from under-represented populations, whose success is supported by such programs as the AIMS Peer Mentor program, with an 83.5% retention rate (see Recruitment Strategies below). Success in the pre-professional years at Ursuline will prepare students for admission to the UT College of Pharmacy, where 14% of the current student body comes from under-represented populations. Choose Ohio First Scholarships will enable students from socioeconomic groups often excluded for financial reasons to initiate their pharmacy studies on a diverse campus that offers the added support of small classes with close faculty/student interaction. All groups share the right to equitable opportunities in education and career choices, and representation from all groups is critical in addressing patient-related needs. The Institute of Medicine calls for an increase in the proportion of underrepresented groups in the health professions as a means for eliminating health disparities in the U.S. (Smedley, Stith, & Nelson, 2003). Improving representation in the health professions can increase cultural competency among practitioners and access to care for socioeconomically disadvantaged patients (Smedley, et al., 2003). Diversity in the health professions will help to expand practitioners’ ability to conceptualize and respond to the health needs of increasingly culturally and linguistically diverse U.S. populations (Smedley, et al., 2003). While the number of students enrolled in pharmacy programs has increased nationwide, the number of under-represented students in these programs has decreased steadily since 2003. For example, by 2006 African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans comprised only 12.6% of students enrolled in First Professional Degree programs (American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy [ACCP], 2007). The lack of parity is even greater in the State of Ohio. AACP data for Ohio universities show that only 23 PharmD degrees were conferred on students from under-represented groups in 2005-06, just 5.6% of the total PharmD degrees Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 5 of 63 conferred in Ohio that year (2007). Without intervention, such as that promised by Choose Ohio First, the trend is not likely to improve soon, as AACP data also show that for Fall 2006 under-represented enrollment in Ohio Colleges of Pharmacy ranged from 1.44% to 6.26%, well below the national average (AACP, 2007). Pages 62-63: Reference information for resources cited • Choose Ohio First Scholarships will increase the number of students who complete the BSPS degree. The UT College of Pharmacy BSPS program began in 1997, the first in the state; it is now one of only two campuses in Ohio and fewer than 20 nationwide to offer the BSPS degree. With majors in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, Pharmacology/Toxicology, Pharmaceutics, and Pharmacy Administration, it prepares students to enter the field with leadership-focused, research- and business-based skills that support Ohio’s expanding pharmaceutical industry. Under the Choose Ohio First Scholarship program, the UT/UC partnership will aggressively market the BSPS as pathway to a career in pharmaceutical research, drug development, or pharmacy administration. Based on current capacity, the BSPS program at UT has 12-20 openings that remain unfilled each year; to date no BSPS class has ever been completely filled. The UT/UC partnership makes these seats more readily available to students in the Greater Cleveland area. Choose Ohio First Scholarships will enable the partnership to recruit additional BSPS students, which will increase the number of graduates at the Bachelor of Science level beginning with students entering in 2008, prepared for graduation in 2012. Pages 28-29: BSPS Ohio Practicum and Graduate Placement Sites • Choose Ohio First Scholarships will increase the number of students who complete the PharmD degree. In the last two decades, U.S. demand for pharmacists has exploded, and despite nearly two dozen new schools of pharmacy, there are not enough schools to keep up with the demand. One limiting factor is the severe shortage of pharmacy faculty, the area of the profession where there is the greatest need. The 2006 merger between The University of Toledo and the Medical University of Ohio created the new University of Toledo Health Science Campus. Expansion planned for that site will raise the number of available seats in the professional years of the PharmD program at UT, where a pro forma requests an increase from 100 to 135 seats per year. Pending construction plans, Choose Ohio First Scholarship students admitted to the partnership in 2008 would comprise the first class eligible for this increased capacity. Internships Will Encourage Graduates to Become Ohio Practitioners While at UT, all students in the professional program engage in extensive internship experiences, the majority of them at Ohio sites. Mentoring relationships initiated during these years help tie students to the local community and to the patients they serve there. As well, such experiences can lead to long-term collegial relationships that reinforce personal and professional reasons to remain in Ohio as pharmacy practitioners. Note that the time mentors devote to student supervision represents additional in-kind Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 6 of 63 contributions on the part of members of the profession; the only item that appears in budget calculations is the nominal $500 stipend awarded by UT to APPE preceptors. In-kind contribution (2012-13): $8,000 (UT) The Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) is required for all PharmD students in their first three years of pharmacy school (P1-P3). Students complete 300 hours of practical experience in community and institutional settings, where, under appropriate supervision under practice regulations, they assume direct patient care responsibilities. The Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) provides advanced clinical experiences in institutional, community, ambulatory, and inpatient settings. Students complete 8 APPE rotations during their fourth year of pharmacy school (P4), for a total of 1280 hours of closely supervised, intellectually stimulating professional work. The BSPS program at UT is unique in that it is the only one nationwide with a mandatory practicum prior to graduation. Students complete 400 hours during the summer between their junior and senior years, experience that supplies on-the-job training and skills enhancement preparing them to enter the field as confident professionals. Page 30: Description of IPPE, APPE, and practicum programs International sites offer UT students the opportunity to work and research overseas, thus building their competency in the global market. In the past 5 years, for example, APPE students have been placed in Hungary at the University of Szeged and in Kenya, Honduras, and Canada; BSPS practicum students, in Hungary and Brazil. At the same time, IPPE, APPE, and BSPS practicum experiences are tied to the strengths of the regional economy of Northeast Ohio. Ursuline’s location in Greater Cleveland provides ready access to centers of healthcare excellence in an extensive hospital network, in both the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and the University Hospitals Health System. Also represented in the area are multiple national drugstore chains, such as Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid; the grocery chain Giant Eagle, with in-store pharmacies; and several local drugstore chains, such as Marc’s and Discount Drug Mart. Further, as a center of healthcare practice, Northeast Ohio is a locus for pharmaceutical research that enhances the state’s economy. In a January 2008 ranking by BioEnterprise, the Northeast Ohio bioscience company developer, Cleveland ranked #2 among all Midwest cities as a source for high-quality healthcare investing. Nearly 90% of investors who participated said they would like to expand their investing in the region, with biopharmaceuticals their second most sought after area of interest (Vanac, 2008). Pages 62-63: Reference information for resource cited Recruiting under Choose Ohio First Will Target Under-Represented Students Recruitment will target students who demonstrate high ability and financial need but who for certain reasons may be overlooked in traditional recruiting processes. In particular, the program will be directed at Ohio residents in these subpopulations: 1. Students from populations under-represented in STEM fields. Although these groups comprise approximately 23% of the U.S. population, they only account for 21% of overall college enrollment. Within STEM fields there is even less diversity, with only 13% of bachelor’s degree recipients belonging to under-represented populations. Ultimately, the lack of diversity in higher Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 7 of 63 education and STEM fields is reflected in the labor force; only 6% of the STEM labor force is made up of under-represented groups (NSF, 1998). Pages 62-63: Reference information for resource cited To encourage students from these populations to enroll, the UT College of Pharmacy has revised the policy for its Contingent Admission program. To be considered for this program, high school graduates must achieve at least a 29 ACT (or combined Reading/Math SAT of 1280) and a 3.75 in a college preparatory curriculum. Once admitted, Contingent Admit students who achieve a cumulative and science GPA of 3.5 or above by the end of fall semester of Y2 are guaranteed admission into the first professional year (P1) of either the BSPS or the PharmD program. From a pool of applicants that has exceeded 100 for the past three years, an average of 19 per year are admitted to P1 through this highly competitive program. Effective Fall 2008, National Merit students (i.e., those with National Merit, National Achievement, or National Hispanic Scholar status) may preferentially receive Contingent Admission, direct to UT or through the UT/UC partnership, and will be eligible for UC and UT College of Pharmacy scholarships. It is anticipated that the number of students accepted under Contingent Admission will increase and that National Achievement and National Hispanic Scholars will increase the diversity of this select population. Page 31: Description of Contingent Admission policy 2. First-generation college students First-generation students face particular challenges. Defined as those whose parents have no post-secondary education, these students are more likely to: a. Be older than the traditional student b. Have lower household incomes c. Have more dependents (spouses, children, family members) d. Enroll in two-year institutions, or other non-four-year programs e. Cite the availability of financial aid, the ability to live at home, the chance to maintain a job, and the need to balance course work with other responsibilities as key factors when deciding to attend college f. Enroll in remedial coursework g. Drop out of their institution h. Express the desire to become financially well off to provide for their children and families (Nuñez, Cuccaro-Alamin, & Carroll, 1998) Pages 62-63: Reference information for resource cited These students represent a large proportion of the population over the age of eighteen in Ohio, where the majority of adults do not hold a college degree. At Ursuline, where 51% of current undergraduates are first-generation students, special programs support retention and stem attrition for this subpopulation (Retention Strategies below). Non-degreed adults already working in roles such as pharmacy technician represent an often untapped pool for recruitment among first-generation students. UT/UC collaborations with Northeast Ohio hospital and community pharmacies, developed through internship placements and specific partnerships, will help identify and recruit from this group of potential students. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 8 of 63 3. Students from high schools identified with State of Ohio School District Indicators as Continuous Improvement, Academic Watch, or Emergency Schools. The UT/UC Partnership focuses particularly on students in Cuyahoga County and the seven adjacent counties: Lake, Geauga, Ashtabula, Portage, Summit, Medina, and Lorain. Within these eight counties, approximately 20 school districts have been named to Continuous Improvement, Academic Watch, or Emergency status. Even academically proficient students from such districts can find themselves at a disadvantage in traditional admissions or scholarship award processes. Schools that do not adequately prepare students for standardized and proficiency tests, that do not provide sufficient math, science, or other college preparatory courses, and that do not offer additional opportunities for students’ growth can have a negative effect on students’ chances for admission and scholarships, because GPA, class rank, the courses taken in high school, and performance on standardized tests are typically the deciding factors for admission and merit-based scholarship awards. Pages 32-35: Chart of Northeast Ohio school rankings by county For all students, the size of the pool of entry-level applicants at Ursuline makes possible an individualized selection process that surfaces potential students among these inquiries who may otherwise be overlooked: a. Students who have done well at their local high school (as indicated by high GPA and/or class rank) but who have low standardized test scores (ACT or SAT) or vice versa b. Students who score well in science and mathematics but whose lower scores in other areas, such as writing, jeopardize their chances for acceptance The University System of Ohio (USO) has drafted plans to increase bachelor’s degree graduates from 36,888 to 52,000 (41% increase) and graduate and/or professional degree graduates from 16,428 to 20,000 (22% increase) by 2017 (2007). To meet these ambitious goals, it will be necessary to reach substantial numbers of new potential students. The subpopulations targeted by the UT/UC partnership represent exactly that resource, potential graduates whose successes will advance the educational and economic growth of the state. They come from groups currently at risk of receiving no post-secondary education at all, namely the 74.83% of Ohioans who have no college education (USO, 2007). Choose Ohio First Scholarships, delivered through the UT/UC partnership, will make a BSPS or PharmD degree financially accessible at the same time that the academic support offered at both campuses and the professional support from community partners will make it practically attainable. The UT/UC Partnership Will Provide the Support These Students Need for Success The financial support offered by Choose Ohio First Scholarships can lessen the burden that students face and contribute to their success, especially because financial aid is often a primary consideration in the decision to attend college. The UT/UC partnership offers special advantages to students among the three subpopulations above. Students from Greater Cleveland can benefit from being able to attend college close to home for their first years, which is especially important for those who have dependent family members, and enjoy opportunities for experiential education in the area. The nurturing, communityPharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 9 of 63 based environment at Ursuline can help prepare them for the rigors of the professional years’ curriculum at Toledo. Characteristics of the UT/UC partnership work specifically to reduce attrition and ensure timely degree completion. The data on college-level attrition suggest that the community established in the campus classroom directly influences a student’s determination to continue his or her education. Researchers report that the interaction which develops in small classes is vital to retention: “Small communities develop . . . only if faculty members actively involve students in the process of learning. . . . Such activities include cooperative learning, debates, role playing, discussion, and pair and group work” (John M. Braxton, et al.). The small classes available at UC allow faculty to involve students actively in the classroom in ways difficult to recreate in large lecture halls. Research also demonstrates the importance of frequent faculty/student interaction outside the classroom in promoting students’ “successful bridge-crossing” into higher education (Braxton, Hirschy, & McClendon, 2004). Richard J. Light emphasizes the benefits that accrue when students establish even one person-to-person relationship with a faculty member, particularly in their first semester on campus (2001). These forms of contract are often more feasible when, again, class size is small and faculty teach a reduced number of students. Pages 62-63: Reference information for resources cited The UT/UC partnership is uniquely designed to provide a supportive, encouraging environment in academically rigorous courses during students’ initial years of college, when they are most at risk for attrition. The liberal arts curriculum at UC, moreover, with its emphasis on oral and written communication skills, helps prepare students for the interviews and essays required in the admission process for the professional program, as well as for the multiple forms of communication required by practitioners in the field. Specific Criteria Will Be Used to Award Choose Ohio First Scholarships Information about Choose Ohio First scholarships will be published in admission materials and a special application will be added to the current UT/UC admission form. To determine students’ eligibility under Choose Ohio First, a scholarship review committee will be established, comprised of the DPP, the CRR, the College Recruiter in the UT College of Pharmacy, the UT Director of Financial Aid, the UC Director of Admission, the UC Director of Financial Aid and Enrollment Services, and student representatives invited from both institutions. Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $750 (UT) + $750 (UC) This body will make awards to incoming students under the Choose Ohio First program on the following criteria: a. Students who demonstrate high ability, validated by a GPA of 3.25 or above or ACT of 25 or above, combined with financial need as measured by Pell Grant eligibility (with an Expected Family Contribution score of 4111 or below). b. Students who are identified as having high STEM potential, measured by success in science and mathematics courses and/or on those sections of standardized tests such as ACT or SAT. c. Students who have participated in UC/UT STEM high school recruitment programs (Summer Pharmacy Camp, pre-pharmacy mentoring, and “Science FIRST,” below). Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 10 of 63 Under these criteria, Choose Ohio First scholarships will be made available to students as they enter the UT/UC Pharmacy Partnership. Support for up to five years will provide recruitment incentive and reinforce retention in the matriculation from high school to college, as well as from pre-professional to professional education and graduation. Scholarships will be available for $3,500 per year per student, calculated at half the rate for undergraduate tuition at UT. Enrollment projections for students who meet the given criteria for funding under a five-year grant period are charted below. Projections are based on a goal of 75% retention from Y1 to Y2 and 60% retention from Y2 to Y3. For students who remain at UC for the extended pre-professional curriculum, we anticipate a 50% retention rate from Y3 (UC) into Y4 (UT) for admission into the professional program. Once these students move into their professional years at UT, the current retention rate is 93-98%. These retention rates, particularly Y1 to Y2, represent an increase over current rates at UT, where data confirm that the highest attrition occurs between Y1 and Y2. Because it is critically important to retain the two Y1 students now in the partnership, this first cohort in included in the proposal. For all students, the financial support of Choose Ohio First tuition reimbursement is critical. Research identifies inadequate financial aid as a key factor in college enrollment and persistence (College Board, 2007), and lower-income students in particular may enroll but are more likely than other students to drop out for financial reasons (Sedlacek, 2004). The monetary incentive the Choose Ohio First scholarships offers will be reinforced by recruitment initiatives and student-focused retention strategies designed to identify, recruit, and support students during their pre-professional time at UC, thus providing the foundation they need for successful professional years at UT. Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program Student Tuition Reimbursement Scholarships 2008-09 Y1 5 students UC Y2 2 students UC 2009-10 Y1 8 students UC Y2 4 students UC Y3 2 P1 students UT 2010-11 Y1 10 students UC Y2 6 students UC Y3 2 students UC Y3 1 P1 student UT Y4 2 P2 students UT 2011-12 Y1 12 students UC Y2 7 students UC Y3 2 students UC Y3 2 P1 students UT Y4 1 P1 student UT Y4 1 P2 students UT Y5 2 P3 students UT 2012-13 Y1 15 students UC Y2 9 students UC Y3 2 students UC Y3 2 P1 students UT Y4 1 P1 student UT Y4 2 P2 students UT Y5 1 P2 student UT Y5 1 P3 student UT Y6 2 P4 students UT 2012-13 Total = 35 Cost = $122,500 Total Cost = $364,000 2008-09 Total = 7 Cost = $24,500 2009-10 Total = 14 Cost = $49,000 2010-11 Total = 21 Cost = $73,500 2011-12 Total = 27 Cost = $94,500 Notes: 1. An itemized budget by fiscal year is included on page 18 immediately following the non-narrative portion of the proposal. All figures are rounded to the nearest 100. 2. In the narrative descriptions below, figures are given for annual costs, beginning 2008-09. For projections across the five-year grant period, please refer to the budget page. Wage-based figured are projected based on a 3.5% annual increase. All programming under Choose Ohio First will be coordinated through the UT/UC Pharmacy Partnership office with these UT personnel on site at UC: Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 11 of 63 • The Director of the Pharmacy Partnership (DPP) is responsible for program oversight, growth, and marketing, including budget management. She serves as liaison between the UT College of Pharmacy and UC. She oversees the full admission process for partnership students and has responsibility for supervising the Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention. The Choose Ohio First program is projected to require 30% of the DPP’s time. The Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention (CRR) is responsible for managing all aspects of the recruitment and admission processes; she works directly with high school teachers and counselors, potential students, and their parents. She serves as advisor for every student enrolled in the partnership. Because all her responsibilities are integrated into the goals and programs of Choose Ohio First, her full load is calculated as part of the proposal. Pages 36-38: CRR job description Annual In-kind Contributions begin at: DPP Salary/benefits at 30% CRR Salary/benefits Pharmacy Partnership office budget Office space Distance learning costs $37,500 (UT) $50,000 (UT) $5,000 (UT) $2,000 (UC) $4,000 (UC) • Specially Designed Recruitment Strategies Will Attract High-Potential Students Four new initiatives, designed to meet the goals of Choose Ohio First, will serve a key function in encouraging students from under-represented populations to consider a career in pharmacy while still in high school, when they have the opportunity to make educational decisions that can prepare them for college-level work. 1. New under “Choose Ohio First”: Cleveland Summer Pharmacy Camp Target: Rising high school seniors Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $10,000 (corporate partners) “Summer Pharmacy Camp” at The University of Toledo campus opened in 2001 as the first pharmacy camp in Ohio. Directed by College of Pharmacy faculty/staff and supported by corporate partners, this highly successful recruitment program has enrolled 40% of its participants as UT Pharmacy majors. The expanded program will add a week of “Cleveland Summer Pharmacy Camp” at the Ursuline College campus, beginning in Summer 2008. New at this site will be a research focus in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, where students will have an opportunity for on-site experience. Sponsors Walgreens and CVS are on-going corporate partners for the UT camp; UC is currently soliciting new corporate sponsors for the Cleveland pilot. Page 39: Cleveland Clinic Foundation memo of interest Page 40: Cleveland Summer Pharmacy Camp projected 2008 budget Page 41: Summary of UT Summer Pharmacy Camp data Page 42: UT Summer Pharmacy Camp agenda template Pages 43-44: UT Summer Pharmacy Camp agenda notes Page 45: Preliminary 2008 UT Summer Pharmacy Camp flyer 2. New under “Choose Ohio First”: Pre-Pharmacy mentoring program Target: High school seniors Annual in-kind contribution: $3,000 (professional partners) Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 12 of 63 A mentoring program that pairs an interested high school senior with a registered pharmacist will be initiated at “Cleveland Summer Pharmacy Camp” and will extend through each student’s senior year. Pharmacists, recruited among community partners in Northeast Ohio, will meet with a mentee for one hour twice each semester. The mentoring relationship will introduce students to the role of professional pharmacists and the regional job market. The Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Brecksville leads Ursuline efforts to identify professional partners. Page 46: Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center memo of interest 3. New under “Choose Ohio First”: High school teacher education program Target: Chemistry and Biology teachers in public/private high schools from the eight target counties, especially the Cleveland Metropolitan School District Annual in-kind contribution begins at:: $800 (UT) + $200 (UC) The UT/UC Pharmacy Partnership will design a program for high school science teachers to highlight pharmacy careers for their students. Hosted at Ursuline College, the event will (re)establish relationships with faculty in target schools, heighten visibility for the partnership, and increase teachers’ appreciation for the profession of pharmacy as a career path for students. Particular effort will be made to encourage participation by faculty from schools with the targeted subpopulations of students. Page 47: High School Teacher Education Program projected budget 2008-09 Page 48: List of potential invitees 2008-09 4. New under external funding: “Science FIRST” project at Ursuline College. Target: Rising high school seniors External contribution (2008-09): $20,000 (UC) based on percentage of projected Pharmacy participants) The Chemistry Department at Ursuline College has been awarded a $47,000 grant from TG’s Public Benefit Program for 2008. Under terms of the grant, “Science FIRST (Focusing Interest in Real-life Science and Technology)” will offer a college-level course to high school seniors and a mentoring program to support their success in college. The program targets students from under-represented populations and encourages them to pursue careers in the sciences. Science FIRST will run as a pilot with a goal of 15 students. It is designed not only for students who have demonstrated success but also for those who have the potential for it. Students will receive one college credit upon completion of the course and a stipend of $500 towards future tuition costs at the college of their choice. Page 49: Science FIRST flyer Page 50: Science FIRST letter to high school teachers/guidance counselors Specially Designed Retention Strategies Will Check Attrition The above Recruitment Strategies will operate in conjunction with the following Retention Strategies. Three of the Retention Strategies are new, pharmacy-specific projects and designed expressly for the Choose Ohio First program; four are currently in operation at UC, part of a continuum of support offered to all students, especially those at risk. 1. New under “Choose Ohio First”: Three-year pre-professional track Annual in-kind contribution: Included in UT/UC Partnership office budget above The CRR will design an option that expands the current two-year pre-professional curriculum into three years at UC. The plan will enable students to complete coursework with additional support, under a less strenuous schedule. Among our target populations, first-generation college students, especially, tend to hold off-campus jobs and work many hours in addition to attending college (College Board, 2007). Extending the prePharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 13 of 63 professional program to three years can make it possible for students to balance their credit load while maintaining their jobs. Additionally, students who are under-prepared for college or who need remedial coursework will be able to complete it and their required pre-pharmacy courses over the span of three years rather than two. Pages 62-63: Reference information for resource cited 2. New under “Choose Ohio First”: Membership in American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $100 (UC) Participation in a local chapter of a national professional organization provides students with an additional support network and the chance to establish potential career networks; attendance at statewide meetings exposes them to panels, poster sessions, vendor exhibits, and delegates’ meetings. While student membership typically begins during the professional years of training, the partnership will provide annual membership for its students during their time at UC as a means of encouraging engagement in the profession and, in particular, its practice in Ohio. 3. New under “Choose Ohio First”: Cross-campus pharmacy student activities Annual in-kind contribution: Included in UT/UC Partnership office budget above The CRR will coordinate cross-campus activities to inculturate partnership students at UC into student life at UT, e.g., Walgreens Leadership Dinner in Fall semester, various sports events, UT Pharmacy Day in Spring semester, and visits from UT College of Pharmacy Student Council members. Through peer-to-peer interaction, such activities will prepare partnership students for a seamless transition to UT for their professional years. 4. Current at UC: College Student Inventory for all new UC students Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $100 (UC) The Student Success Center at Ursuline College administers the College Student Inventory (CSI) to all new students as part of the orientation program. This instrument identifies students who may be at risk during their first college year. Staff members review CSI results with students in individual conferences. As part of this process recommendations for specific support services are discussed with each student. Page 51: CSI description 5. Current at UC: Project LEAD for first-generation students Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $3,700 (UC) Project LEAD (Leading to Excellence in the Academic Domain), for first-generation students, was piloted in 2007-08 by the UC Student Success Center. LEAD provides small- and large-group sessions to foster success during the critical first semester at college. Seven students completed the pilot program in December 2007. Building upon this pilot, in Fall 2008, 20 first-semester freshmen will be offered a LEAD scholarship contingent upon their successful completion of the program activities. This scholarship will be in the form of 2 textbook vouchers, one for each semester, valued at $450 each. 6. Current at UC: MAPS peer-mentoring Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $2,700 (UC) MAPS (Mentoring for Academic Progress and Success) is a peer-mentoring project begun in 2006-07 by the UC Student Success Center and open to all UC students. Average retention for mentees is 82.5% for the two semesters of the initial year. Based on individual interviews, MAPS pairs first-year students with experienced peer mentors for support based on individualized needs in the successful transition to college. Mentors Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 14 of 63 maintain a log of their contacts with their mentees; logs are reviewed by the Director of the Student Success Center on a regular basis. In the first year of operation, 2006-2007, there were 8 peer mentors and 16 mentees (although only 5 mentees remained active until the end of the academic year); in 2007-2008 there are 9 peer mentors and 10 mentees. 7. Current at UC: AIMS peer-mentoring Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $1,000 (UC) AIMS (Academic Inspiration for Multicultural Success), a project of the UC Office of Multicultural Affairs, provides academic support, role-modeling, and peer-mentoring for diverse students. Since its inception in 2000, this highly successful program has achieved average retention rates of 83.5% for mentees. In 2007-08 there are 12 mentors and 21 mentees. AIMS mentors and mentees meet individually on a monthly basis. Mentors keep logs of the time spent with their mentees, with logs reviewed regularly by the Director of Multicultural Affairs. Page 52: AIMS flyer Pages 62-63: Reference information for resource cited A joint training program for MAPS and AIMS peer mentors is conducted prior to the start of the academic year. The respective directors meet on a regular basis to plan and review student involvement. Both of these peer mentoring programs offer students a valuable means of support in their first year of college, a critical time period for retention. As studies have shown, “support programs including advanced students may be particularly well suited to support incoming students,” and a peer mentoring relationship can assist “entering students by providing them with an older, experienced peer they can go to with concerns and questions” (Pizzolato, 2004). The support that these programs offer will have an important impact on students in their pre-pharmacy semesters, when attrition is typically highest, particularly among students in the target subpopulations. Beginning students at the pre-professional level experience a key need for academic and financial support so that they can become successful applicants to the professional program. Once students are accepted into the professional program at UT, graduation and board passage rates are extremely high, 93-98%, and the College of Pharmacy has a 100% job placement rate for its graduates. The successes of UT’s BSPS and PharmD graduates contribute to the high-technology economic strength of Ohio. UC/UT Will Commit Additional Funds to Recipients of Choose Ohio First Scholarships In addition to their in-kind support for the above Recruitment and Retention Strategies, the partner institutions will provide additional funding to students. Page 53: UC tuition and fee information Page 54: UT College of Pharmacy tuition and fee schedule These partner institutions will provide additional scholarship funds ranging from $940,000 to $1,528,000, with the actual amount dependent on academic achievement for scholarships, on financial need for need-based aid. Descriptions below estimate average amounts per student. Significantly, these resources are pledged to students across their full academic career at UC or UT, provided that they maintain sufficient academic standing, even beyond the grant period. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 15 of 63 a. Annual in-kind contribution (UC): As the intake institution for the partnership, UC provides academic scholarships for students in their years at Ursuline. As of 200708, based on the minimum GPA and ACT/SAT scores for the partnership, these merit awards range from $4,000 to $11,000 per student annually. Calculations are based on the current average of $8000 per student per year (2007-08). Pages 55-56: UC chart for scholarship awards b. Annual in-kind contribution (UC): UC also provides need-based financial aid to students during their years at Ursuline. Calculations are based on the current average of $3,700 per student per year (2007-08). Page 57: UC chart for distribution of financial aid c. Annual in-kind contribution (UT): As the professional school, UT provides academic scholarships for students in Y3 through Y6 (P1-P4) of the program, beginning when students matriculate to the Toledo campus. Students are eligible for a UT transfer scholarship of $2,500 annually in P1 and P2. Over the five-year grant period, the total projected for these funds is $37,500. Students are also eligible to apply for competitive College of Pharmacy scholarships for P1 through P4 years. The total College scholarship budget is approximately $100,000 per year. Calculations are based on the current average of $850 per student per year (2007-08). d. Annual in-kind contribution (UT): UT, likewise, provides need-based financial aid to students during their years at the Toledo campus. Calculations are based on the current average of $7,500 per student per year (2007-08). The UT/UC Partnership Will Evaluate Its Effective Use of Choose Ohio First Scholarships Program effectiveness will be evaluated on the basis of the enrollment and retention goals outlined in the “Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program Student Tuition Reimbursement Scholarships” chart. The objectives are to a.) enroll the specified number of new students each year; b.) retain 75% of students from Y1 to Y2 (and, within the three-year preprofessional program, also to Y3) at Ursuline; c.) admit 60% of the Y2 pool from UC (or 50% of the Y3 pool, for those in the three-year program at UC) into the P1 year at UT; and d.) graduate 93-98% of those students. a.) The CRR will prepare a semi-annual report assessing the effectiveness of the four Choose Ohio First Recruitment Strategies. Included will be numbers of participants, full budget report, and results of evaluative questionnaires from participants. For this report, data compiled about the recruitment funnel will be disaggregated to demonstrate success rates with each of the target subpopulations. b.) The CRR will prepare a semi-annual report on retention of students Y1 to Y2 (and Y3 for those in the three-year program) at UC. Included will be data from the CSI and from the LEAD, MAPS, and AIMS programs. The CRR will also elicit student input through surveys, focus groups, and end-of-year interviews with all Y1, Y2, and Y3 UC students, and will report results. National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) data will be integrated and analyzed as available. c.) The CRR at UC and the Coordinator for Internal Admission at UT will work individually with students in the process for internal admission from the prepharmacy program at UC to the professional program at UT. The CIA will prepare an annual report on results for partnership students seeking admission to the professional year program at UT. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 16 of 63 d.) The Associate Dean for Student Affairs at UT will prepare an annual report on student retention in the BSPS and PharmD professional years at UT. Also included will be data on IPPEs, APPEs, BSPS practicum experiences, and on graduation and placement rates. The CRR will provide periodic opportunities for students to celebrate their successes, with professional-year students from the partnership invited back to UC to share their stories as role models for newly enrolled and potential future students. As part of the evaluation process, a database will be established to track demographics, academic outcomes, and results of all Recruitment and Retention Strategies, thus enabling the CRR and DPP to identify particular elements effective for student success. Grant administration: DPP, CRR (salaries included) and UC Dean of Arts and Sciences Annual in-kind contribution begins at: $1,400 (UC) The UT/UC Partnership Is Cost-Effective for Ohio The UT/UC partnership offers the State of Ohio a very cost-effective pathway to a BSPS or PharmD degree for its students. Initial enrollment at a private college takes advantage of the rich diversity of higher education options available in Ohio and ensures that a high proportion of non-public funds will be deployed for these students’ education for the first two (or three) years of the program. State funding received by UC over the past five years has averaged $1350 per student, well below the cost to the state for a student at any of its public universities. Year 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 Ohio funding $1,078,145 $1,429,574 $1,430,474 $1,415,371 $1,553,109 FTE 883 970 1060 1077 1116 Average per student $1221 $1474 $1350 $1314 $1391 With $1,679,300 of in-kind contributions from UT and UC, the $364,000 requested in this proposal yields a cost-share ratio of .217. In other words, UT and UC contribute 4.6 times as much to the education of these students as the Choose Ohio First monies proposed. The UT/UC Partnership Is Closely Aligned with Institutional Mission and Effectiveness This proposal reflects the missions of Ursuline College and the UT College of Pharmacy (see pages 20-22) in their shared concern for preparing skilled graduates committed to the value of research, patient care, and professional integrity. Students admitted under the Choose Ohio First program will be incorporated smoothly into the student bodies at both institutions without displacing existing resources already serving those populations. The goals of the partnership address educational needs among target subpopulations whose success is critical to Ohio. Although the number of students supported by this proposal is relatively small (52), the UT/UC partnership environment, especially the small class size, individualized attention, and support services available at Ursuline in parallel with pharmacy-specific Retention Strategies, is expressly designed to allow them to thrive. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 17 of 63 The partnership, in other words, will concentrate needed effort on a comparatively small number of students but with a strong return on the investment. As a women-focused college, UC recognizes the strides made by the pharmacy profession to achieve gender parity; enrollment in the professional years at UT over the past four years has averaged 54% female. Additionally, Ursuline works to support success among students from the targeted subpopulations, and Choose Ohio First support will enable UC to extend that base of support. Over the past five years, Y1 to Y2 retention at UC averages 72%, on a 1600-student campus that has, in the same time period, recruited 515 students from the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and inner-ring suburbs. Among underrepresented students, however, the Y1 to Y2 retention at UC drops to 56.7%. Especially with the financial support that Choose Ohio First scholarships offer and the Retention Strategies designed to complement it, these numbers will improve. Results of the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) already indicate a base of high student engagement at Ursuline. Data from 2006 confirm that 67.5% of Y1 students and 68.9% of senior students identify UC with a Supportive Campus Environment, as compared with only 59.1% and 56.6%, respectively, of students nationwide who took the survey. At the critical Y1 stage, UC ranked above the national average in all five indices of engagement in the survey. Pages 58-59: UC Enrollment from Cleveland and surrounding suburbs Pages 60-61: NSSE data The UT/UC Partnership Will Generate Professional Productivity among Its Graduates The UT/UC program is a unique public/private partnership for professional education in Ohio. It offers a fully integrated continuum of student support, from the earliest inquiry stage of the admission process at UC through graduation at UT. Not only is its structure a model of collaboration and shared resources, but its various components, especially its straightforward, easily replicable Recruitment and Retention Strategies, offer models readily transferrable to other institutions, both inside and outside the state. The support of community partners at every level of implementation testifies to the many economic resources available in Northeast Ohio as well as to the readiness of today’s pharmacists, pharmaceutical researchers, and pharmacy managers to help prepare the next generation. The projected productivity of these BSPS and PharmD graduates will make a significant difference to Ohio. The Ohio Board of Regents reported in 2001 that the average income for adults with a high school diploma only was $53,246, in contrast to the average income for those with a bachelor’s degree, $97,593 (2001). The current national average salary for those with a PharmD degree is $110,000 (Allied Physicians, 2008). Based on the 2000 U.S. Census, the Ohio College Access Network (OCAN) calculates that if Ohio were to increase its number of college-educated adults to meet the national average, 497,430 families would raise their income by an average of $43,764 annually; the total impact for the state would be an additional $21.77 billion in taxable revenue (2007). Pages 62-63: Reference information for resources cited Both Ursuline College and The University of Toledo are committed to the success of these programs and the students in them. Funding awarded under the Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program will enable a thriving educational partnership to expand its role in preparing highly qualified pharmacy professionals, pharmaceutical researchers, pharmacy practice managers, and potential new pharmacy-education faculty. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 18 of 63 University of Toledo/Ursuline College – Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program Budget ONE 2008-09 Out of Pock et Expenditures: HS Teacher Educ ation (80UT/20UC) APhA-ASP Memberships (UC) UC Scholarships (UC) UC Financial Aid (UC) UT Scholarships (UT) UT Coll of Pharm Scholarships (UT) TWO 2009-10 YEAR THREE 2010-11 FOUR 2011-12 FIVE 2012-13 TOTAL 1,000 100 56,000 25,900 83,000 1,000 200 96,000 44,400 5,000 1,700 148,300 1,000 400 144,000 66,600 7,500 2,600 222,100 1,200 400 168,000 77,700 15,000 5,100 267,400 1,200 500 208,000 96,200 22,500 7,700 336,100 5,400 1,600 672,000 310,800 50,000 17,100 1,056,900 In Kind Contributions: DPP Salary/benefits (UT) DPP Office Budget (UT) CRR Salary/benefits (UT) Office Space (UT) Distance Learning (UC) CSI (UC) LEAD Program (UC) MAPS Program (UC) AIMS Program (UC) APPE stipends (UT) Scholarship Review Committee (50UT/50UC) Grant Administration (UC) 37,500 5,000 50,000 2,000 4,000 100 3,700 2,700 1,000 1,200 1,400 108,600 38,800 5,100 51,800 2,000 4,000 200 5,600 4,200 1,000 1,200 1,400 115,300 40,200 5,200 53,600 2,000 4,000 300 7,600 5,800 1,000 1,300 1,500 122,500 41,600 5,300 55,400 2,000 4,000 400 9,600 7,500 1,500 1,300 1,500 130,100 43,000 5,400 57,400 2,000 4,000 500 11,800 9,300 1,500 8,000 1,400 1,600 145,900 201,100 26,000 268,200 10,000 20,000 1,500 38,300 29,500 6,000 8,000 6,400 7,400 622,400 Private Sector: Cleveland Summer Pharmacy Camp Pre-Pharmacy Mentoring Science FIRST 10,000 3,000 20,000 33,000 10,000 3,000 13,000 10,000 3,000 13,000 15,000 3,000 18,000 15,000 3,000 18,000 60,000 15,000 20,000 95,000 Choose Ohio First: Scholarships 24,500 24,500 TOTAL 249,100 49,000 49,000 325,600 73,500 73,500 431,100 94,500 94,500 510,000 122,500 122,500 622,500 364,000 364,000 2,138,300 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 19 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 20 of 63 The mission of The University of Toledo is to improve the human condition; to advance knowledge through excellence in learning, discovery and engagement; and to serve as a diverse, student-centered public metropolitan research university. The core values are: I. Compassion, Professionalism and Respect: Treat every individual with kindness, dignity and care; consider the thoughts and ideas of others inside and outside of the University with a strong commitment to exemplary personal and institutional altruism, accountability, integrity and honor; Discovery, Learning and Communication: Vigorously pursue and widely share new knowledge; expand the understanding of existing knowledge; develop the knowledge, skills and competencies of students, faculty, staff and the community while promoting a culture of lifelong learning; Diversity, Integrity and Teamwork: Create an environment that values and fosters diversity; earn the trust and commitment of colleagues and the communities served; provide a collaborative and supportive work environment, based upon stewardship and advocacy, that adheres to the highest ethical standard; Engagement, Outreach and Service: Provide services that meet students' and regional needs and where possible exceed expectations; be a global resource and the partner of choice for education, individual development and health care, as well as a center of excellence for cultural, athletic and other events; Excellence, Focus and Innovation: Strive, individually and collectively, to achieve the highest level of focus, quality and pride in all endeavors; continuously improve operations; engage in reflective planning and innovative risk-taking in an environment of academic freedom and responsibility; and Wellness, Healing and Safety: Promote the physical and mental well-being and safety of others, including students, faculty and staff; provide the highest levels of health promotion, disease prevention, treatment and healing possible for those in need within the community and around the world. II. III. IV. V. VI. College of Pharmacy Office of the Dean • 2801 W. Bancroft St., MS 608 • Toledo, OH 43606-3390 419.530.1997 Phone • 419.530.1907 Fax • www.utpharmacy.org Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 21 of 63 College of Pharmacy Mission Statement The mission of the College of Pharmacy is to educate students to meet the pharmaceutical needs of society, to advance pharmaceutical knowledge through research and to serve the profession and the community. Guiding principles are personal integrity, respect for humanity and human diversity, and professionalism. College of Pharmacy Office of the Dean • 2801 W. Bancroft St., MS 608 • Toledo, OH 43606-3390 419.530.1997 Phone • 419.530.1907 Fax • www.utpharmacy.org Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 22 of 63 Ursuline College MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Ursuline College is to offer undergraduate and graduate education within a Catholic tradition marked by the Ursuline heritage of educating women. Emphasizing academic excellence, the values-based curricula provide the foundation for liberal arts and professional programs. Respecting a diverse student population, Ursuline offers varied approaches to learning for the growth of the whole person. Ursuline College prepares students for further education, careers, leadership and service to society while encouraging the search for wisdom. VISION STATEMENT Focusing on women, Ursuline college welcomes all students into an academically challenging and values-based environment that fosters life-long learning of the total person and prepares leaders in the local and global communities. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 23 of 63 Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences program prepares students for careers in the subject areas that underlie the collective basic sciences of pharmacy. This degree offers a leadership-focused, experiential training program that can lead to direct employment or to further education. Majors of Study Medicinal & Biological Chemistry Focuses on the chemistry, biochemistry, and biotechnology underlying the design, synthesis, and development of drugs. Pharmacology/Toxicology Focuses on how to develop safe, effective drugs and prevent the harmful effects of chemicals. Pharmacology focuses on the way drugs interact with various living systems. Toxicology focuses on the interaction of toxic compounds in the body. Pharmaceutics Focuses on the physical and chemical attributes of drugs, placing a strong emphasis on the design and evaluation of drug delivery systems and dosage forms. Pharmacy Administration Focuses on the corporate and managerial aspects of the pharmacy profession. Students may earn one or two minors from the College of Business Administration in addition to the B.S.P.S degree. With one year of additional graduate study, students in the MBA Track can receive a Master of Business Administration degree. Program Highlights The University of Toledo is one of fewer than 20 universities nationwide to offer a BSPS degree Our BSPS program is currently the only one in the nation to offer a mandatory practicum prior to graduation Beginning in 1997, UT has been offering a BSPS degree for 10 years; one of the first such programs in the state of Ohio There are opportunities during practicum experience for undergraduate level research and publication in medical journals Two international practicum sites offer students the chance to work/research overseas “Having a background in the sciences especially technical background such as laboratory practice helps me when I'm performing my audits at the various companies I visit. My practicum experience also helped in getting into this field. Because of the demand that is put onto pharmaceutical and biotech companies to produce drugs, most pharmaceutical companies rely on college graduates to have a certain amount of practicum completed. This gives them assurance that a college graduate will have the basic necessity that is required to perform the job at hand.” “The BSPS degree has been a definite asset to my success as a Senior Business Analyst for The Pharmacy Counter. I have been able to combine my two passions – pharmacy and business – into a successful and rewarding career. The curriculum of the program exposed me to all aspects of the industry and has given me the unique ability to bridge the gap between the pharmacy and business worlds. Also, I have been fortunate enough to serve as both a preceptor to current BSPS students and an employer to program graduates. In both cases, I have been extremely impressed with the professionalism, dedication, and ability they have demonstrated.” -Lisa C. Richards Senior Business Analyst, The Pharmacy Counter, Toledo. OH. BSPS, Pharmacology/Toxicology, 1999 Masters in Business Administration, 2002 2007 Practicum Locations Klein’s Pharmacy VA Hospital of Dayton The University of Kentucky The University of Toledo MP Biomedics Walgreens General Electric Alloway Field Services Harris Teeter WIL Research The Cleveland Clinic Lake Erie Research Center Diramed Corporation Meijer Pharmacy University of Szeged, Hungary WalMart MedCompounding Cordelia Martin Buderer Drug Co City of Toledo The Pharmacy Counter Elyria Memorial Hospital Rite Aid Firelands Regional Hospital Kmart Absolute Pharmacy Active Infusion Pharmacy Heartland Health Centers Monroe Compounding St. Charles Medical Center CVS Marcs Pharmacy The Medicine Shoppe Cuyahoga County Coroner Kids & Cures Compounding Pharmacy Comprehensive Neurology & Headache Center “The BSPS program at UT College of Pharmacy is an excellent program to prepare you for a career in the Pharmaceutical Industry. This highly respected degree can qualify you for a large variety of jobs, from sales, to contract research, or big Pharma. I majored in Pharmacology and Toxicology and started at a contract lab as a Inhalation Biologist for 1.5 years (the practicum in Toxicology helped to land me my initial job), then I went to Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals for 5 years as a Pharmacokinetic Researcher, and I am now at Pfizer working as a Toxicokinetic Study Manager. It’s the career I’ve always dreamed of, very challenging with lots of room for advancement, plus the substantial income is quite a bonus. I owe it all both to the program at UT as well as to the great Professors that actually helped me get into P&G. These people care about each and every student and I still keep in touch with them.” -Sheila Kwarteng Quality Assurance Auditor PharmaForce Inc., Columbus. OH. BSPS, Pharmacology/Toxicology, 2004 -Matt Miller TK Study Manager Pfizer, Groton. CT. BSPS, Pharmacology/Toxicology, 2000 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College CNW 7/07 Page 24 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 25 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 26 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 27 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 28 of 63 University of Toledo BSPS Practicum and Graduate Placement Sites Selected Examples The University of Toledo BSPS program is unique in that it offers four different majors and each has a mandatory practicum as part of the curriculum. Practicum sites often become places of employment for the BSPS graduates. The following are some of the 2007 BSPS practicum sites located in Ohio: Klein’s Pharmacy MP Biomedics The Cleveland Clinic Diramed Corporation MedCompounding Buderer Drug Co The Pharmacy Counter Rite Aid Kmart Active Infusion Pharmacy CVS The Medicine Shoppe Cuyahoga County Coroner Kids & Cures Compounding Pharmacy Comprehensive Neurology & Headache Center VA Hospital of Dayton The University of Toledo Walgreens Alloway Field Services WIL Research Lake Erie Research Center Meijer Pharmacy WalMart Cordelia Martin City of Toledo Elyria Memorial Hospital Firelands Regional Hospital Absolute Pharmacy Heartland Health Centers St. Charles Medical Center Marcs Pharmacy Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 29 of 63 Graduates of the BSPS program have been hired by Ohio companies/institutions in a variety of capacities. The following represent just some of the diverse positions throughout Ohio secured by our BSPS graduates: • Buderer Drug Co., Sandusky, OH –drug compounding specialist • Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH - clinical research coordinator • MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland, OH – business manager • NAMSA, Northwood, OH –research scientist • PharmaForce, Inc., Columbus, OH – quality assurance auditor • Procter and Gamble Pharmaceuticals, Cincinnati, OH – research scientist • The Pharmacy Counter, Toledo, OH – pharmacy business analyst • VA Clinic, Cleveland, OH – clinical study coordinator • WIL Research, Ashland, OH – biologist Additional BSPS graduates are pursuing or have pursued graduate/professional degrees in Ohio including: • Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences/The University of Toledo • Doctor of Philosophy in Medicinal & Biological Chemistry/The University of Toledo • Master of Business Administration/The University of Toledo • Master of Public Health/The University of Toledo • Doctor of Medicine/ The University of Toledo • Juris Doctor/The University of Toledo Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 30 of 63 IPPE, APPE, and BSPS Practicum Summary The Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) is a requirement for doctor of pharmacy students in their first three years (P1-P3) of pharmacy school. Students are required to complete 300 hrs over this time period. The purpose of the IPPE experience is to provide actual practice experiences for doctor of pharmacy students early in their pharmacy education. All students will have experiences in community and institutional settings and the IPPE program will permit students, under appropriate supervision and as permitted by practice regulations, to assume direct patient care responsibilities. The Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) are advanced clinical experiences in institutional, community, ambulatory, and inpatient pharmacy practice, and various elective sites. The fundamental goal of APPE is to provide practical, closely supervised, intellectually stimulating professional experiences which will enable students to develop fundamental capabilities to become highly motivated, self-directed, ethically minded professionals with the mission and skills to advance pharmacy practice in any desired practice setting. Competency in clinical skills, knowledge, judgment, and communication provide the basis for the achievement of this fundamental goal. APPE rotations are completed by all students in their P4 year. Each rotation is a one month experience (160 hrs/month) and the student is required to complete eight (8) APPE rotations (1,280 hrs/8 rotations). Four rotations are required to be in each of the following areas including community pharmacy, hospital/health systems pharmacy, ambulatory outpatient clinic), and advanced inpatient pharmacy practice. The remaining months are elective rotations. The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences program (BSPS) is a four year program with four distinct majors including pharmacology/toxicology, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, and pharmacy administration. Approximately 60 students each year graduate annually. The purpose of the BSPS practicum is to provide quality educational opportunities, job training, and other skill enhancements needed to prepare successful professionals in the pharmaceutical sciences. The practicum, which is required for all students in the program, consists of a 40 hour per week, 10 week experience in one of the 4 majors. It is completed during the summer between the junior and senior years of the BSPS program. Students have been placed in pharmaceutical industry, university research labs (national and international), hospital and community pharmacies, and numerous other areas. As part of the experience, students are also required to complete a term paper. College of Pharmacy Office of the Dean • 2801 W. Bancroft St., MS 608 • Toledo, OH 43606-3390 419.530.1997 Phone • 419.530.1907 Fax • www.utpharmacy.org Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 31 of 63 Contingent Admit Pathway for National Merit Finalists Since 2001 the UT College of Pharmacy has offered a contingent admit pathway for high school graduates who meet minimum requirements which include a 29 ACT (or a combined Reading and Math SAT of 1280 or above) and a 3.75 GPA from a college preparatory curriculum. Once admitted into the pre-professional program, students must achieve a cumulative and science GPA of 3.5 or above as calculated by The University of Toledo by the end of fall semester of the second year in order to be guaranteed admission to the first professional year (i.e. P1) of either the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) or PharmD program. For the past three years the number of freshmen applicants meeting the eligibility requirements for consideration for Contingent Admission has exceeded 100. From 2004-2007 an average of 19 students has been admitted into the P1 year through the Contingent Admit Program. Currently, the UT College of Pharmacy admits a maximum of 108 and 90 students into the professional divisions of the PharmD and BSPS programs, respectively. If a contingent admit student does not meet the 3.5 GPA requirements for guaranteed admission, he/she must apply for admission to the BSPS or PharmD programs with the remainder of the pre-professional students and compete for the remaining P1 seats in either the BSPS or PharmD programs. Effective for Fall 2008 the College of Pharmacy has revised its Contingent Admit policy, such that National Merit Finalists (i.e. National Merit, National Achievement or National Hispanic Scholar) may preferentially receive Contingent Admission. This policy will apply to students who apply directly to UT, or through the Pharmacy Partnership Program with Ursuline College. National Merit Students will be eligible for UT and UT College of Pharmacy scholarships. BSPS and PharmD applicants may use this pathway. It is anticipated that the number of students admitted to the Contingent Admit program will be increased as the class size also increases to 135. Latino and African American Merit Scholars will bring the attribute of ethnic diversity to this select population. College of Pharmacy Office of the Dean • 2801 W. Bancroft St., MS 608 • Toledo, OH 43606-3390 419.530.1997 Phone • 419.530.1907 Fax • www.utpharmacy.org Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 32 of 63 State of Ohio School District Rankings County Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga School District Bay Village Beachwood Bedford Berea Brecksville/Broadview Heights Brooklyn Cleveland Municipal Cleveland Hts./University Hts. East Cleveland Euclid Fairview Park Garfield Hts. Lakewood Maple Hts. Mayfield N. Olmstead N. Royalton Parma Rocky River Shaker Hts. South Euclid/Lyndhurst Strongsville Warrensville Westlake Chagrin Falls Cuyahoga Heights Independence Olmstead Falls Orange X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Excellent X X X Effective Continuous Improvement Academic Watch Emergency Schools Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 33 of 63 County Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Lorain Medina Medina Medina Medina Medina Medina Medina Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit School District Richmond Heights Solon Elyria Lorain North Ridgeville Oberlin Sheffield/Sheffield Lake Amherst Wellington Avon Avon Lake Clearview Columbia Firelands Keystone Midview Brunswick Medina Wadsworth Black River Buckeye Local Cloverleaf Highland Akron Public Barberton Cuyahoga Falls Horton Stow-Munroe Tallmadge Woodridge X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Excellent Effective X Continuous Improvement Academic Watch Emergency Schools Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 34 of 63 County Summit Summit School District Copley-Fairlawn Coventry Excellent X X Effective Continuous Improvement Academic Watch Emergency Schools Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit Summit Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Portage Ashtabula Ashtabula Ashtabula Ashtabula Ashtabula Ashtabula Ashtabula Geauga Manchester Green Hudson Mogadore Nordonia Hills Revere Springfield Twinsburg Kent Ravenna Windham Aurora Crestwood Field James A. Garfield Rootstown Southeast Streetsboro Waterloo Ashtabula Area Conneaut Area Geneva Area Buckeye Grand Valley Jefferson Area Pymantuing Valley Berkshire X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 35 of 63 County Geauga Geauga Geauga Geauga Geauga Geauga Lake Lake Lake Lake Lake Lake Lake Lake Lake School District Cardinal Chardon Kenston Ledgemont Newbury West Geauga Painsville City Wickliffe Willoughby-Eastlake Fairport Harbor Mentor Kirtland Madison Painsville Township Perry X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Excellent Effective X Continuous Improvement Academic Watch Emergency Schools Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 36 of 63 The University of Toledo Professional Staff Position Description Job Title: Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention, Greater Cleveland Reviewed by Supervisor: ? Department: College of Pharmacy Approved by Human Resources: Reports To: (Title) Director, Ursuline/UT Pharmacy Partnership Program (Name) Mary C. Borovicka, Pharm.D. Basic Job Function and Responsibility: Summarize the primary function of the position in one or two paragraphs. (Use more space as needed.) The Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention, Greater Cleveland (the Coordinator) will coordinate and manage programs for recruitment and retention of highly qualified high school students in the Ursuline College/UT Pharmacy Partnership Program (UC Partnership) or other partnerships, as developed. The Coordinator will serve as a liaison between Ursuline College and the UT College of Pharmacy (UTCP) and will work closely with the faculty and staff in the UTCP Office of Student Affairs, the Coordinator of External Affairs, and the Dean's office as well as similar personnel at Ursuline College. The coordinator will be responsible for ensuring a diverse population of students within the UC Partnership. Additionally, the coordinator will be expected to gain a thorough understanding ofthe degree programs in the UTCP and provide academic advising for students in the UC Partnership. Travel between UTCP and UC will be required. The Coordinator will be located at Ursuline College and will be under the supervision of the Director, UC/UT Pharmacy Partnership Program. Reporting Relationships: In addition to the direct supervisor (above), indicate the titles of other positions-both within the organizational unit (department, college or division), as well as outside the unit-which provide work direction to this position. Also, indicate which positions report directly to this position, as well as other positions that receive work direction from this position. (Use more space as needed.) The Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention will work closely with the UT College Recruiter and Emollment Services at Ursuline College to coordinate a recruitment plan. Specific Duties: List 6-12 job duties in order of importance (No.1 being most important). Also, indicate which duties are "essential functions:" ie. assigned duties that are fundamental to why the job exists vs. "marginal duties:" ie. assigned duties that are incidental to why the job exists. (Use more space as needed.) Exempt Position Description Prepared by: Human Resources Rev: 7/17/00 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 37 of 63 E-Essential M-Marginal E List of Job Duties (Start each duty with an action verb, such as "manage," "coordinate," "perform," etc.) Maintain current and accurate records of students enrolled in the UC Partnership. Must have access to student database information at Ursuline College. E Manage recruitment and retention data. Use Microsoft Access and! or Excel in order to gather and analyze data and prepare reports. Document student retention rates. E Make phone, email, and mail contact with prospective students. Answer phone and email inquiries and meet with prospective students and their families regarding the UC Partnership. E Provide academic advising for first and second year students enrolled in the UC Partnership. Must develop a thorough knowledge of the degree programs and curricula in the UTCP. E Work with Ursuline College student advisors and the UTCP Coordinator of Advising to develop and implement a plan that would increase retention for students in the UC Pa11nership. Activities would include, among others, programs to identify and assist at risk students, to mentor underrepresented students, to provide tutoring, and to provide career counseling for all academic program options. E Plan and implement efforts to ensure that undergraduate recruitment efforts for the UC Pal1nership are successful. Serve as a UTCP and UC Partnership representative for recruitment-related activities such as open houses, career days, daily tours, summer campus, or similar events held at Ursuline College. In addition, with direction from the UTCP College Recruiter, visit high schools to make presentations on careers in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, and the College of Pharmacy, focusing on recruitment in science classes and meetings with guidance counselors. A minimum of 10 recruiting events or high school visits each year is required. This number is subject to change and will be re-evaluated annually. E Develop relationships between UC Partnership students and UTCP professional division students through involvement in UTCP student organizations and activities. Participation in six events or activities throughout the academic year is required. E Represent the UC Partnership on University of Toledo or Ursuline College committees, as assigned. E Work with Ursuline College's publication relations and marketing department to ensure publicity of the UC Partnership in the Greater Cleveland area. Exempt Position Description 2 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Prepared by: Human Resources Rev: 7/17/00 Page 38 of 63 Qualifications: Specify the minimum education (including degrees, licenses and certificates) and experience necessary to qualify for the job. Also, indicate desired education and experience--in addition to minimum qualifications-that would enable someone to be completely proficient in all aspects of the job. (Use more space as needed.) The successful candidate will have a minimum of a bachelor's degree with at least two years full-time advising or admissions experience in a professional college or university setting is recommended. A master's degree in College Student Personnel, Counseling, or a related field is preferred. The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work as a member of a professional staff team, and work independently. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 39 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 40 of 63 Budget for 2008 Pharmacy Camp – Ursuline College Description Payroll Counselor Counselor Counselor Food Housing Camp Housing 6/16-6/19 Room Rental Classroom Lab Supplies Copies Mailings to campers Camp photo Camp t-shirts Alcohol swabs, test strips, etc. Binders and name badges Advertising Approximate Pharmacy Camp Cost Expenditure $600 $200 $200 $200 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,400 $600 $800 $500 $65 $100 $25 $200 $70 $40 $3,000 $10,000 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 41 of 63 University of Toledo Pharmacy Camp Summary Data PHM CAMP SUMMARY # Applicants # Accepts % Accept/Applicant % male % minority AVE GPA % non-OH applicants % accepts non-OH residents % enrolled at UT % enrolled in PHM * All percentages based on ACCEPTED students unless otherwise noted 2003 103 84 81.6% 35.7% 22.6% 3.84 8.7% 9.5% 36.9% 29.8% 2004 129 80 62.0% 23.8% 15.0% 3.94 17.1% 16.3% 46.3% 40.0% 2005 158 80 50.6% 17.5% 25.0% 3.7 8.8% 36.3% 28.8% 2006 172 84 48.8% 26.2% 19.0% 3.7 26.2% 21.4% 40.2% 39.0% 2007 219 84 38.4% 21.4% 25.0% 3.92 19.6% 20.2% TBD TBD Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 42 of 63          CVS/Pharmacy Pharmacy Summer Camp 2007 Agenda  Sunday, July 8 Time 1 - 2 p.m. 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. 3:30 - 4 p.m. 4 - 4:50 p.m. 5:45 p.m. 6:30 - 8 p.m. Monday, July 9 Time 8 - 8:30 a.m. 9 - 9:50 a.m. 10 - 10:50 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. 1:15 - 2:30 3 - 3:50 p.m. 4 - 4:50 p.m. 6 - 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 10 Time 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 - Noon 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. 2:30 - 3 p.m. 3 - 5 p.m. Welcome and Introduction to Careers in Pharmacy Program/Event Location Camp Check-in Crossings Residence Hall Main Lobby Introductions, Icebreakers and Camp Overview UT Recreation Center Oak Room Video: "Pharmacists -- Unsung Heroes" Rec Center Oak Room Career Speaker TBA Rec Center Oak Room Dinner Rec Center Oak Room Team Games Rec Center Oak Room Workshop: The Pharmacists Role in Caring for Patients with Diabetes Program/Event Location Breakfast Floor lounge Diabetes: Causes, Treatments, Complications Bowman-Oddy 1053 Lab: Counseling Patients with Diabetes Bowman Oddy 1053 Camp Photo Front Entrance to Wolfe Hall Lunch, break International House Dining Hall Board buses for Pharmacy Counter Front door, Crossings Res Hall Tour of Pharmacy Counter Pharmacy Counter, Central Ave. and Career Speaker: Bryan Coehrs, R.Ph. Lab: Glucose Monitors Wolfe Hall 1267 Career speaker: Megan Kaun, R.Ph. Bowman-Oddy 1049 Pizza and free time (Swimming included) UT Recreation Center First-hand Experiences in Pharmacy Practice and Research Program/Event Location Breakfast Available Floor Lounge Shadowing (Scattered departure/return times) Crossings main lobby Lunch; break I-House Dining Hall Shadowing Discussion Groups Meet in floor lounge Lab Overview: Zebrafish Bowman-Oddy 1049 Rotations: Zebrafish lab (30 minutes) Wolfe Hall 2237 Camp focus groups (50 minutes) Bowman-Oddy 1049 Break (30 minutes) Dinner I-House Dining Hall Campus scavenger hunt Meet in floor lounge A Closer Look at Pharmacy Skills and Education Program/Event Location Compounding Lab Wolfe Hall 1246 Pharmacy Math Mystery Bowman-Oddy 1049 Lunch, Bookstore (time for shopping) Student Union 2592 “A Closer Look at Aspirin” Lab Wolfe Hall 1205 Dessert Reception Student Union 2582-84 UT College of Pharmacy Overview presentation Certificates, photos and camp slide show Camp ends! Check-out, return keys at The Crossings.       5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 11 Time 8:45 – 10 a.m. 10 – 10:50 a.m. 11 – Noon 12: 15 – 2:15 p.m. 2:30 –4 p.m. 4 p.m. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 43 of 63 CVS/Pharmacy Agenda Notes Sunday, July 8 Welcome and Introduction to Careers in Pharmacy “Pharmacists: Unsung Heroes” is a 20-minute video introduction to careers in Pharmacy, produced by WLIW New York Public Television. Career Speaker: Pharmacy is a career full of promise and opportunity, according to UT College of Pharmacy alumnae Kim Newlove, R.Ph., (July 8) and Deborah Randall, R.Ph., (July 29). The speakers will share personal experiences and observations of the profession. Question and answer time to follow. Monday -- Workshop: The Pharmacists Role in Caring for Patients with Diabetes Diabetes Overview: Sharrel Pinto, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Healthcare Administration, and Christina Springer, graduate student in Pharmacy Healthcare Administration. Students begin Monday’s workshop by learning what causes diabetes, as well as treatments and complications of the disease. Then students will put their knowledge to use in mock counseling scenarios. Tour of Pharmacy Counter, 2655 West Central Ave.: This independent pharmacy uses state-of -the-art technology to dispense medication, and offers patients a variety of health care services, included diabetes care management. Lisa Richards, B.S.P.S., M.B.A., and Brian Coehrs , R.Ph. Lab: Glucose Monitors – A Tool for Managing Diabetes: Jason Dorsey, Pharm.D. Student. Learn through a presentation and (optional) hands-on experience about the variety of glucose monitors on the market and how pharmacists assist patients in selecting the proper monitor. Career Speaker: Megan Kaun, R.Ph., Visiting Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice. Learn how Dr. Kaun has cared for patients with diabetes in the clinical setting, and how her career illustrates the expanded role pharmacists now play on the health care team. Tuesday -- First-hand Experiences in Pharmacy Practice and Research Student Shadowing: Students will spend the morning independently or in groups of two at a Toledoarea pharmacy to observe first-hand the work of pharmacists in retail, hospital and institutional care settings. Following the shadowing, students will meet in small groups for a discussion of their observations. Zebrafish Observational Lab: Frederick Williams, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology, and Melissa Summers, graduate student in pharmacology/toxicology. Use microscopes to observe and record Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 44 of 63 changes to zebra fish larvae that have been exposed to toxins. The larvae, because of their transparency, are a useful tool in the research of developmental changes due to toxins. This lab introduces the toxicology major within the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences degree program. Because of the small size of the laboratory, groups of 10 students at a time will participate in the half-hour lab. Paper and pencils needed. Wednesday -- A Closer Look at Pharmacy Skills and Education Compounding Lab: Curtis Black, Merck Professor of Clinical Pharmacy. Compounding is a science and an art. In this lab, you will compound a dosage form that meets the individual needs of a patient. This lab introduces the compounding course required of all Doctor of Pharmacy students at The University of Toledo. Pharmacy Math Mystery: Martin Ohlinger, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice (July 11) and Vincent Mauro, Pharm.D., FCCP (August 1). Use mathematic skills to solve a pharmacy mystery. This presentation introduces the field of pharmacokinetics, a subject of study within the Doctor of Pharmacy degree program. Participants should bring a scientific calculator. “A Closer Look at Aspirin” Lab: Steven Peseckis, Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry. Aspirin is the most widely used over-the-counter medication in the world. Do you know what it does, what it’s made of, or how common brands differ? This program will consider aspirin, its structure and sources. This lecture/lab combo aims to introduce you the basic ideas of medicinal chemistry, a required field of study for Pharm.D. students and a major within the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences degree program. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 45 of 63 Pharmacy Summer Camp 2008 The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy is hosting two Pharmacy Summer Camps for students from the class of 2009 who are considering careers in pharmacy or the pharmaceutical sciences. 2008 Camp Dates: (to be determined) • Sunday, July – Wednesday, July • Sunday, July – Wednesday, August Camp Sponsors: Camps are open only to students graduating from high school in 2009 and who demonstrate strong academic skills and an interest in pharmacy or the pharmaceutical sciences. Camp activities will include hands-on activities, laboratory experiences, field trips, group projects, job shadowing, and more. The camps are an excellent opportunity to meet other students interested in pharmacy along with faculty, students, and professionals in the field of pharmacy. Forty students will be selected to attend each camp, and applications will be considered through a competitive review process. Begin your application online at www.utpharmacy.org in spring 2008. The application postmark deadline is April 14, 2008. Acceptance letters will be mailed by May 7, 2008 The cost for the camp is $100 and includes all room and meal expenses, a workbook, all scheduled camp activities, and a camp t-shirt. Students will stay in a campus residence hall with camp counselors. Transportation to and from The University of Toledo is the camper’s responsibility. For more information, please contact the College of Pharmacy Recruiting Office at 800.5TOLEDO ext. 4173 or 419.530.4173. E-mail inquires should be directed to christine.wickenheiser@utoledo.edu The camp will be a fun and exciting opportunity to learn more about careers in pharmacy and to experience life at The University of Toledo! Please do not send money with the application. Applications must be postmarked by April 14, 2008 to: College of Pharmacy, Mail Stop 608 The University of Toledo Attention: Pharmacy Summer Camps 2801 W. Bancroft Street Toledo, OH 43606-3390 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 46 of 63 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Medical Center 10000 Brecksville Road Brecksville, OH 44141 TO: Sr. Christine Devinne Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Ursuline College 2550 Lander Road Pepper Pike, Ohio 44124-4398 Mary C. Borovicka, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCPP Psychiatric Pharmacy Specialist Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center January 16, 2008 Memorandum of Understanding between Ursuline College and the Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy FROM: DATE: RE: The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding is to state that the Ursuline College Pharmacy Partnership Program and the Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy have initiated discussions regarding the development of a pre-pharmacy student mentoring program. The student mentoring program would be part of a scholarship program titled the Choose Ohio First Program. Pharmacists from the Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center would volunteer to serve as professional mentors to the students enrolled in the Choose Ohio First Program at Ursuline College. Discussions about the mentoring program will continue and may result in a formal agreement between the two institutions. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 47 of 63 Budget for 2008 High School Teacher Program – Ursuline College Description Room Rental Food Supplies Mailings Copies Name tags and misc. supplies Miscellaneous Supplies Approximate HS Teacher Program Cost Expenditure $160 $500 $310 $60 $100 $50 $100 $1000 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 48 of 63 2008 High School Teacher Education Program Target Invitees – Ursuline College Teacher Name Stephen Horvath Glen Neatny Christa Myers Carey Kuchenbecker Dr. Baldwin Diana Mizen Dr. Abraham Anderson Ron Symor John Barbo Nina Rito Christopher Luker Don Torma Helen Smith Betsy Glor John Akosi Susan Clay Kimberly Dambrigo Donna Smith Kahle Miller Adam Bechlam Mr. Jeckel Rob Yobe Elizabeth Katoa Kristen Mueller David Killius Gloria Kolovich Jonathan Komar Jon Burton Kevin Bosley Marcia Anderson Marlana Mucciarone Sue Roseum Department Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Science Dept. Science Science Biology Principal Biology Guidance Chemistry Science Science Science Chemistry Science Science Chemistry Science Science Science Chemistry Science Biology Science Science Science Science Chemistry Science Biology Science School Name Aurora High School Beachwood High School Berea High School Berkshire Buckeye High School Eastlake High School - North East Technical High School Euclid High School Geneva High School MLK - Health Careers Center Highland High School Kenston High School Lakewood High School Lake Ridge Academy Lorain Admiral King Maple Heights High School Nordonia High School Normandy High School North Royalton High School Orange High School Parma High School Ravenna High School Richmond Heights Riverside High School Roosevelt High School Thomas W. Harvey Valley Forge High School Wadsworth High School Waterloo High School Warrensville Heights High School Wickliffe High School Willoughby South High School County Portage Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Geauga Medina Lake Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Ashtabula Cuyahoga Medina Geauga Cuyahoga Lorain Lorain Cuyahoga Summit Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Cuyahoga Portage Cuyahoga Lake Portage Lake Cuyahoga Medina Medina Cuyahoga Lake Lake School District Aurora Beachwood Berea Berkshire Buckeye Local Willoughby-Eastlake Cleveland Mnpl. Euclid Geneva Area Cleveland Mnpl. Highland Kenston Lakewood North Ridgeville Lorain Maple Heights Nordonia Hills Parma North Royalton Orange Parma Ravenna Richmond Heights Painsville City Kent Painsville City Parma Medina Cloverleaf Warrensville Wickliffe Willoughby-Eastlake School District Ranking Continuous Improvement Excellent Effective Excellent Excellent Excellent Continuous Improvement Continuous Improvement Continuous Improvement Continuous Improvement Excellent Excellent Continuous Improvement Effective Continuous Improvement Continuous Improvement Effective Effective Excellent Excellent Effective Continuous Improvement Effective Continuous Improvement Effective Continuous Improvement Effective Excellent Effective Continuous Improvement Effective Excellent Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 49 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 50 of 63 Science FIRST Letter of Invitation to High School Teachers/Counselors 7 January 2008 Dear Science Teacher or Guidance Counselor: We are excited to offer students in your class of 2009 a new opportunity to explore the sciences while earning college credit. In July 2008, Ursuline College School of Arts and Sciences will pilot “Science FIRST”, a program designed to encourage first generation college students and students from populations who are under-represented in science-based professions. We hope that you will share information about the program with your classes and help us identify successful applicants. The program will involve an intensive two week session, July 14-17 and 21-24, with a follow-up session on January 19, 2009. All of the sessions are from 9:00am-3:00pm. During the program students will investigate the current global issues of water and air quality, energy and infectious disease in a technology rich, hands-on environment. Students will also participate in a mentoring program designed to help them bridge the gap between high school and college and map strategies for college success. It is hoped that students will maintain contact with their Science FIRST cohort during their first year at college and share their experiences with future Science FIRST cohorts. A grant from the TG Public Benefits Program is allowing us to offer this opportunity at no charge to the student for tuition or materials. Additionally, the grant has allowed us to offer a $500 stipend, which can be used for expenses at the college of choice, to each participant who successfully completes the July sessions and the January follow-up session. Student applicants need to complete a cover sheet and write a short essay to apply for the program. We are asking for high school counselors to attach verification of high school academic record, test scores and student financial need if applicable. A recommended, but optional, teacher/counselor recommendation form may also be included with the application. A $25 application fee must accompany all applications. This fee will be refunded to the students after successful participation of the July session. All of the forms and additional information about the program are available by choosing the Science FIRST link on the Ursuline College Arts and Sciences web site, www.ursuline.edu/academics/artsci/ or contacting Jeanette Nappier, (440)646-8158 or jnappier@ursuline.edu. This program responds to a national need to identify students with interest in the sciences and encourage them to investigate careers in the fields. As educators, we recognize that success at the college/university level is most likely to occur when students have experienced success—and fun—during their high school science programs. We hope that this new pilot supports and extends the work you are already doing in your school. Please let us know if you have any questions. We welcome your suggestions and feedback as we launch this new initiative. Sincerely, Jeanette Nappier PhD Professor of Chemistry Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 51 of 63 The College Student Inventory (CSI) The College Student Inventory (CSI) is the foundation of the Noel-Levitz Retention Management System (RMS) and is designed especially for incoming first-year students. Form B is comprised of 100 items contained in 17 different scales, organized under the three main categories of: Academic Motivation General Coping Skills Receptivity to Support Services A student’s responses to items in the inventory are analyzed and compiled into two interpretive reports – one for the advisor or counselor and one for the student. Each of the 17 motivational scales is reported in two ways: as a percentile rank and as a bar graph. . . . The RMS Student Report is intended to give students insight into their own strengths and weaknesses.” It is recommended that a student’s results be discussed with him/her by an advisor/counselor. In this setting specific recommendations to the student that are included in the report should also be reviewed. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 52 of 63 Begin your new adventure with an AIMS Peer Mentor Addressing The Needs Of New Ursuline College Students Of Color The AIMS Peer Mentor program is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and provides support to students of color entering Ursuline College as freshmen or transfer upperclassmen. Participation in AIMS is voluntary. To request a mentor, complete the enclosed AIMS Interest Card and return it to the Office of Multicultural Affairs by the first week of the academic year, or email your responses to the AIMS Interest Card to nbanks@ursuline.edu by Monday, August 21, 2006. From there, you will be invited to an informational session and eventually paired with a mentor who best matches your interests. Priceless opportunities… Get to know other African American, Latina/o, and Asian American students at Ursuline Early connection to campus resources Friendly advice and support Traditional and nontraditional age student mentors Free educational and social activities Begin your new adventure with an AIMS Peer Mentor “Having a mentor for the first year at Ursuline was a tremendous help to me. She knew the campus well enough to give me great advice whenever I had a problem or a question.” Office of Multicultural Affairs Ursuline College 2550 Lander Road Pepper Pike, Ohio 44124 440.684.6085 www.ursuline.edu Please call for more information ? ?? Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 53 of 63 2007­2008 Tuition and Fees Schedule  2007-2008 Academic Year Tuition & Fee Schedule Undergraduate per credit Graduate per credit UCAP per credit St. Vincent Charity per credit Graduate MAP/TAP Programs per credit Fairview Hospital Summer '06 Start per credit PASE Students per credit Room (double occupancy) one year Room (single occupancy) one year Room (New Dorm Charge) one year Board (15 meal plan) one year Board (10 meal plan) one year $697.00 $742.00 $430.00 $441.00 $501.00 $528.00 $380.00 $3,594.00 $5,678.00 $6,078.00 $3,442.00 $3,158.00 Books & Supplies Please Note: Even if all of your college costs are covered, it is still a good idea to arrive on campus with money for immediate purchase of books and incidentals. Delivery of aid is not always immediate and a student can expect to pay approximately: Full Time students and UCAP: Students attending 3/4 time: Students attending 1/2 time: Students attending less than 1/2 time: $1000.00 per semester $375.00 per semester $250.00 per semester $125.00 per semester Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 54 of 63 2007-2008 University Of Toledo College of Pharmacy Fee Schedule Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) 200708 YR 1 YR 2 P1 P2 P3 P4 Clerkship Fee $2,194 $2,194 $2,194 $2,194 Upper Division Fee $2,298 $2,298 $3,446 $3,446 Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) 200708 YR 1 YR 2 P1 P2 Practicum Fee $1066 $1066 Upper Division Fee $2,298 $2,872 Notes: • All fees assessed in professional division years only • Fees are subject to change • Upper Division Fees are based on number of credit hours enrolled, with a maximum of 12 hours charged per semester Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 55 of 63 Chart of Scholarship Awards – Ursuline College GPA SAT 940, 950, 960, 970 980 990 1000 1010 1020 1030 1040 1050 1060 1070 1080 1090 1100 1110 1120 1130 1140 1150 1160 1170 1180 1190 1200 1210 1220 1230 1240 1250 1260 1270 1280 1290 1300 1310 1320 1330 1340 1350 2.80 2.89 2.90 2.99 3.00 3.09 3.10 3.19 3.20 3.29 3.30 3.39 3.40 3.49 3.50 3.59 3.60 3.69 3.70 3.79 3.80 3.89 3.90 3.99 4.0 and up ACT 20 2000 2000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 21 2000 2000 4500 4500 4500 4500 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 22 3000 3000 4500 4500 4500 4500 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 23 3000 3000 4500 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 7500 7500 7500 7500 24 3000 3000 4500 4500 4500 7500 7500 9500 9500 9500 9500 9500 9500 25 3000 3000 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 9500 9500 9500 9500 9500 9500 26 3000 3000 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 9500 9500 9500 9500 11000 11000 27 3000 3000 4500 4500 7500 7500 9500 9500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 28 3000 3000 4500 7500 7500 7500 9500 9500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 29 3000 3000 4500 7500 7500 7500 9500 9500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 30 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 9500 9500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 56 of 63 Chart of Scholarship Awards – Ursuline College pg. 2 2.80 2.89 2.90 2.99 3.00 3.09 3.10 3.19 3.20 3.29 3.30 3.39 3.40 3.49 3.50 3.59 3.60 3.69 ACT 31 32 33 34 35 36 GPA SAT 1360 1370 1380 1390 1400 1410 1420 1430 1440 1450 1460 1470 1480 1490 1500 1510 1520 1530 1540 1550 1560 1570 1580 1590 1600 3.70 3.79 3.80 3.89 3.90 3.99 4.0 and up 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 9500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 4500 4500 4500 4500 7500 7500 7500 7500 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 11000 7500 7500 Ursuline Award Ursuline Scholarship 7500 7500 Dean's Scholarship Presidential Award includes $1000 Room Grant Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 57 of 63 Financial Aid Distribution Data – Ursuline College First-Time Full-Time Freshmen # Fall 2002 94 82 75 71 47 19 75 72 39 18 75 63 73 7 75 75 75 75 4892 1095 2934 6227 2024 3631 3035 10620 1398 3652 7490 16861 89.26 15279 49608 First-Time Full-Time Freshmen # Fall 2003 115 106 101 95 47 27 101 100 54 24 101 82 99 19 101 101 101 101 5822 806 2907 6974 2096 3400 2089 11028 1321 3837 8741 19149 84.13 15901 50758 First-Time Full-Time Freshmen # Fall 2004 123 118 109 106 56 23 103 107 64 30 109 86 109 15 109 109 109 109 6752 705 2539 7519 2258 3777 1604 12340 1244 4083 9245 19929 85.4 17002 49720 First-Time Full-Time Freshmen # Fall 2005 138 130 122 4 118 40 25 118 118 58 36 118 94 117 29 118 118 118 122 8642 800 2350 9412 2193 3717 2224 14021 1071 3769 8356 20832 86.9 18698 57250 First-Time Full-Time Freshmen # Fall 2006 124 121 112 First-Time Full-Time Freshmen # Fall 2007 111 105 101 9572 734 1115 9956 1660 3768 1836 13237 999 5970 11369 # of Full-Time Degree-Seeking Students # above who completed FAFSA # completing FAFSA and showing need Needy FAFSA filers with full-tuition benefits* Average UC Non-Funded Award Average UC Endowed Award Average UC Funded Award Total Average UC Fund Award Average State Grant Awards Average Federal Grant Awards Average Outside Grants Total Grant Average Average Work-Study Award Average Student Loan Awards Average PLUS/Alternative Loans Average need per student Average percent of need met Average financial aid package Average family income 112 111 59 31 112 67 103 18 112 112 112 112 11079 2386 3696 2018 15923 1035 3721 7974 23059 86.97 20055 52818 108 104 50 18 111 68 90 8 111 19509 *FA 2005 - did not include the 4 first-time full-time freshmen who receive full tuition benefits in the averages except for Average Family Income. Did not want to skew averages compared to previous years. Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 58 of 63 Enrolled Students from Cleveland Municipal School District and Inter-Ring Suburbs – Ursuline 2002-2008 Number Of Students 2 4 9 1 6 3 1 1 4 19 7 2 5 3 2 6 2 2 3 3 2 14 11 1 6 1 3 1 3 5 2 1 16 3 4 4 2 5 2 Entrance Year 2002-2003 2002-2003 2002-2003 2002-2003 2002-2003 2002-2003 2002-2003 2002-2003 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2003-2004 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2004-2005 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 City East Cleveland Euclid Garfield Heights Lakewood Lyndhurst Maple Heights Shaker Heights South Euclid Bedford Cleveland Cleveland Heights East Cleveland Euclid Garfield Heights Lyndhurst Shaker Heights South Euclid Warrensville Akron Bedford Brooklyn Cleveland Cleveland Heights East Cleveland Garfield Heights Lakewood Lyndhurst Richmond Heights Shaker Heights South Euclid Akron Bedford Cleveland Cleveland Heights East Cleveland Garfield Heights Lakewood Lyndhurst Maple Heights Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 59 of 63 City Parma Parma Heights Shaker Heights Bedford Brooklyn Cleveland Cleveland Heights East Cleveland Fairview Park Garfield Heights Lakewood Lyndhurst Maple Heights Parma Parma Heights Richmond Heights Shaker Heights South Euclid Bedford Cleveland Cleveland Heights East Cleveland Euclid Garfield Heights Lakewood Lyndhurst Maple Heights Parma Parma Heights Richmond Heights Shaker Heights South Euclid Warrensville Number Of Students 5 4 3 1 1 16 8 1 2 9 2 4 2 6 4 1 2 5 10 56 15 2 16 3 5 15 3 5 7 4 7 3 6 Entrance Year 2005-2006 2005-2006 2005-2006 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2006-2007 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 2007-2008 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 60 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 61 of 63 Pharmacy Scholarships (COFSP-08-35) Ursuline College Page 62 of 63 References Allied Physicians, Inc. 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