Dean`s Ambassador Program 2016-17 Induction Ceremony HPD

Dean’s Ambassador Program
2016-17 Induction Ceremony
HPD Chancellor’s Dining Room
April 15, 2016
INTRODUCING THE
FORT LAUDERDALE/DAVIE
CAMPUS
2016-17 NEW MEMBERS
Amie P. Armbrister - Class of 2019
Ambassador Amie Armbrister earned her Associate of
Arts degree in 2011 from Miami Dade College and her
Bachelors of Science in Biology from NSU in 2014.
Ambassador Armbrister has made the Dean’s List in
2012. She has volunteered at various hospitals in
Miami and most recently a volunteer in the logistics/
central pharmacy department at Jackson Memorial
Hospital. Ambassador Armbrister is currently a
member of the Student National Pharmaceutical
Association, as well as the Academy of Managed Care
Pharmacy. Through these organizations, she has gained
hands on experience servicing those in the community
participating in events such as “A Day for Children”
where she educated parents and children on poison
control and spending time at Walgreens as an advocate
for immunizations.
Tomona Iso - Class of 2018
Tomona Iso, born in Ibaraki, Japan, earned her Bachelor of
Science in Pharmacy in 2006 from Tohoku Pharmaceutical
University in Sendai, Japan. After graduation, she worked
at Sonoda Daiichi hospital in Tokyo, Japan where she
practiced evidence based medicine as a clinical pharmacist
. Ambassador Iso was a member of Pressure Ulcers Control
Team, and she contributed to making patient care plans, as
well as educating other practitioners about the effective
methods for the treatment. Iso presented at the annual
congress of Japanese Society of Pressure Ulcers. She also
co-founded a Nutrition Support Team for inpatients,
especially the elderly. She made a great achievement as a
clinical pharmacist, and as a business person. Her interest
in cross-cultural communication led her to the English
school at the University of La Verne in Los Angeles,
California and was awarded the “best student in the class”
for her academic performance. Currently, Iso is member
of the NSU COP Student College of Clinical Pharmacy,
Student National Pharmaceutical Association, and
International Pharmaceutical Students Association.
Kayla D. Hale - Class of 2019
Ambassador Kayla Hale completed her Bachelors
Degree in Biological Sciences from the College of
Agriculture at the University of Florida where she was
also member of the National Collegiate Scholars
Honor Society. During her undergraduate studies, she
earned over $20,000 in merit-based from her college
and from private organizations in her hometown. Hale
worked Florida Healthcare Plans in Daytona Beach,
Florida, a managed care pharmacy . Ambassador Hale
is currently involved in the Student National
Pharmaceutical Association, the Vaccination
Awareness Committee at NSU College of Pharmacy,
and is also pledging the professional pharmaceutical
fraternity Kappa Psi. She is certified in CPR, Blood
Pressure and Blood Glucose monitoring. Ambassador
Hale performed as a Dance Marathon Captain and
helped raise $2M for the Children’s Miracle Network
at Shand’s Hospital
Vanessa Huffman - Class of 2019
Ambassador Vanessa Huffman attended Florida
International University and received her Associates
degree in biology from Miami Dade College. She
served as treasurer of Phi Theta Kappa honor society
for two consecutive years. Ambassador Huffman
has participated in fundraisers, volunteered in a Feed
the Homeless initiative, and attended many Relays
for Life. She currently interns at CVS Pharmacy.
Ambassador Huffman is involved in several
organizations, including the Student National
Pharmacy Association, the Student Society of Health
System Pharmacy, and also Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical
Fraternity. Ambassador Huffman plans to pursue a
residency in critical care pharmacy.
Shanique K. James – Advance Standing Class of 2018
Shanique James received her Bachelor of Pharmacy
degree at the University of Technology (UT), Jamaica.
During her tenure at UT, she held leadership
positions in the Association of Pharmacy Students
and UTech Halls of Residence. She was also an active
volunteer in the Pharmaceutical Society of Jamaica
outreach programs. Ambassador James participated
in research to investigate the stability of
extemporaneously prepared suspensions for children
at the Bustamante Hospital for Children, Jamaica.
Presently, Ambassador James is Advanced Standing
P1 Class Treasurer. She is also member in
organizations such as APhA-ASP, SNPhA, CPFI and
IPSA. James has volunteered in several events such as
a Day for Children, Blood Pressure workshops and
screenings and the Diabetes Walk. Ambassador
James aspires to pursue a PGY-1 residency.
Julian N. L. Lamptey – Class of 2018
Julian Lamptey obtained his Bachelor of Pharmacy degree
from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and
Technology. He was an active member of the International
Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation and the Ghana
Pharmaceutical Student Association, where he was involved
in drug safety campaigns in the rural and underserved areas
of Ghana. Ambassador Lamptey is member of the
Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana and worked as the
pharmacist in charge for a community pharmacy. He was
also a medical representative for Janssen [Pharmaceutical
Company of Johnson and Johnson and was awarded the
Best Medical Representative in his country. Ambassador
Lamptey is an active member of the American Pharmacist
Association, the Student National Pharmaceutical
Association as well as the International Pharmaceutical
Student Association. He has placed on the Chancellor's List.
After earning his Pharm.D degree, Ambassador Lamptey
plans to pursue a fellowship program in industry.
Leanne Minimo - Class of 2019
Ambassador Leanne Minimo, originally from Glendale,
California, attended Riverside City College. There, she was
recognized on the Dean’s List, invited to join the honor society,
Alpha Gamma Sigma. She then transferred to Southern
Adventist University in Collegedale, Tennessee where she placed
the honor roll and was exposed to research synthesizing
compounds. Minimo received her Bachelors of Arts in Chemistry
with a minor in Biology. Ambassador Minimo traveled on a
medical mission trip to Lascahobas, Haiti where she worked in a
makeshift pharmacy counseling and providing vitamins and
medications to the people of the village. Leanne also
volunteered at Mountain View Pharmacy in Loma Linda,
California and learned about home infusion pharmacy services.
Today, as a College of Pharmacy student pharmacist she has
joined various organizations such as the American Pharmacists
Association – Academy of Student Pharmacists, Student Society
of Health-System Pharmacists, Student National Pharmaceutical
Association, and is a newly initiated brother of Kappa Psi
Pharmaceutical Fraternity Incorporated.
Lindsay R. Musoff - Class of 2019
Lindsay Musoff graduated Florida Atlantic University
Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in
Neuroscience and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology,
making President's List and Dean's List for throughout
her undergraduate education. Musoff has participated in
several research projects, including the Neurobiology of
Learning and Memory. Ambassador Musoff also helped
open an urgent care center from the ground up, acting
the chief marketing director and manager for the center,
thus garnering skills needed to run a business such as,
medical coding and billing, experience addressing patient
needs, as well as managing social media outlets,
websites, and creating advertising design. Ambassador
has made the NSU COP Dean's List and has thus far
joined APHA-NSP and AMCP. Ambassador Musoff seeks
to find an area of pharmacy that will satisfy her
scientifically oriented desire for knowledge.
José A. Ojeda - Class of 2019
José Ojeda his Bachelor of Science in Biology from
Florida International University and graduated with
honors with . While attending FIU, he was involved in
the local Pre-Pharmacy organization visiting pharmacy
schools, including NSU’s COP community pharmacies.
As an undergraduate, Ojeda was a teacher assistant and
a peer mentor for other students. Currently, he is an
active member of the APhA’s involved in meeting,
health fairs, vaccination drives and helping the
organization officers plan for future events. Ojeda is
also vice-president of his Class where, together with the
officers, plans social events to get the students more
involved. Upon completion of his pharmacy degree,
Ambassador Ojeda plans to either practice in a
community pharmacy or as a clinical pharmacist.
Keena A. Patel - Class of 2019
Keena Patel earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological
Sciences at Florida State University and was on the
Dean’s List for three consecutive semesters.
Ambassador Patel studied hyperactivity and working
memory as a research assistant giving her insight on the
methods and techniques by which drug interactions are
tested and studied. Along with her research team, she
presented at the Society of Neuroscience Conference in
Washington, D.C. Her team’s research is currently in the
process of being published. Ambassador Patel is a
member of Student National Pharmaceutical
Association and Student Societies of Health-System
Pharmacy, where she is actively involved in healthcare
training and healthcare fairs. Patel is fluent in English,
Gujarati, and knows basic Spanish.
Raju Rajan - Class of 2019
Raju Rajan received a Bachelor of Science in
Psychology at the University of Florida. While
there, Rajan became a member of Sigma Beta
Rho Fraternity Inc. holding the positions of
Secretary, Vice President, and President.
Ambassador Rajan has also conducted research
in the improvement of corticosteroids in DPIs and
MDIs. He is currently an active member in Kappa
Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Inc. and the
Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists. In
addition, he works as a pharmacy technician at
CVS/Pharmacy. Upon graduation, Ambassador
Rajan plans to pursue an Ambulatory Care
residency to broaden his career goals.
Annette Vidal - Class of 2019
Annette Vidal graduated Magna Cum Laude from the
University of Miami with a Bachelor of Science in
Health Science, and minor in Chemistry and
Marketing. Vidal is an active member of the Student
College of Clinical Pharmacy (SCCP) and the Student
National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA). As a
member of SCCP, she demonstrates her ability to lead
by attending motivational interview workshops and
volunteering at community events - she aspires to be
the organization’s next President. Outside of her
involvement in pharmacy organizations, Vidal has
been recognized on the Chancellor’s List and is
conducting research in the field of individualized
pharmacotherapy. Upon graduation, Ambassador
Vidal plans to pursue a fellowship and become a
professor.
INTRODUCING THE
SAN JUAN CAMPUS
2016-17 NEW MEMBERS:
Current Ambassador Presenters
José Lugo, Suasy Acevedo,
Crystal Figueroa and Yeiry Pérez
Yennifer L. Colón Morales - Class of 2019
Ambassador Yennifer Colón graduated with a Bachelor’s
Degree in Integrative Biology from the University of Puerto
Rico, Rio Piedras and made the Honor Roll of the Natural
Sciences Faculty. Ambassador Colón participated in several
research projects and is member of the National Society of
Collegiate Scholars, and the American Association of
Pharmaceutical Scientists. Some of her, extracurricular
projects and activities include recycling programs, coastal
clean ups, setting up a school library in a public school,
providing toys to poor children, and proudly supporting St.
Jude Hospital. Ambassador Colón was awarded the
Chancellor Scholarship to recognize her academic
achievements while working towards her bachelor degree.
She is a member of the American Pharmacist Association
and the National Community Pharmacist Association. Her
future goal is to serve these organizations in a leadership
capability.
Ariel E. Tarraza-Santos - Class of 2019
Ambassador Ariel E. Tarraza-Santos completed his Bachelor
degree in Natural Science Human Biology Focus at the
University of Puerto Rico at Bayamón. During his
undergraduate experience, he has participated in various
science organizations such as the American Medical Student
Association where he served as the social delegate and
historian for two years. He has participated in health fairs,
food giveaways and multiple community cleanups.
Additionally, he was a member of the Student Chapter of the
Society of Microbiologist and the American Chemical Society.
He also had the opportunity of being part of the deacons at
the Disciples of Christ Church. Ambassador Tarraza-Santos
worked in a pharmacology research lab at the University of
Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus. At NSU Ambassador
Tarraza-Santos is a member of the American College of
Clinical Pharmacy and the American Pharmacists Association
were he has developed leadership skills which he will apply
seeing patients in the community.
Daisy R. Pérez Laboy - Class of 2019
Ambassador Daisy R. Pérez Laboy attended Pontifical Catholic
University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus and obtained a B.S.
in Chemistry and was recognized as the Best Chemistry
Student in Puerto Rico. She was a member of the American
Chemical Society working as Supplemental Instruction Leader
offering group and individual tutoring sessions. Ambassador
Pérez-Laboy placed in the Dean’s Honor List and received the
President’s Award. In her senior year, she was nominated as
the Best Chemistry Student of Puerto Rico. The Examining
Board of Chemist recognized Ambassador Pérez-Laboy for
attaining the highest grade in the Chemist’s Board Exam. She
also worked at Advalligence Tutorial Center as tutor for
students and at Washburn School as math and science
teacher. Currently, she serves as the Puerto Rico P1 Class
Secretary. She is a member of the American College of Clinical
Pharmacy and the American Pharmacists Association. She has
participated in several health fairs and participated in various
workshops and meetings. Ambassador Pérez-Laboy plans to
work in the academia and do a residency in compounding
Orlando R. Rivera Pérez - Class of 2019
Ambassador Orlando R. Rivera Pérez studied
Interdisciplinary Sciences in the University of Puerto Rico,
Rio Piedras Campus. He has volunteered in several entities
such as ACLS training in Hospital Pavia Santurce, and the
Clinical Pharmacy in HIMA San Pablo-Caguas Hospital, the
Children’s Hospital. Ambassador Rivera has worked on and
presented a research project in the SIDIM at Ponce and
CAPSTONE presentation of the University of Puerto Rico.
Ambassador Rivera developed his skills in the computer
programing language Matlab and Python to be able to
write and edit the codes necessary for the analysis of heart
rate monitor time series data. Ambassador Rivera is a
member of APHA and the ASHP-SSHP and has assisted in
community projects with Walgreens Massive Activity of
Vaccine Festival on the diabetes walk.
Keyla G. Rodríguez-Zayas - Class of 2019
Ambassador Keyla Rodríguez has a bachelor degree in
Marketing with a minor in Human Biology from the
University of Puerto Rico. She graduated as a Magna Cum
Laude student and was a member of the Honor Society.
She earned her associate degree as a Pharmacy Technician,
from the National University College of Puerto Rico. She
has worked in several pharmacy settings and did
internships and shadowing rotations at Costco pharmacy,
Walgreens, VA Hospital of PR and Johnson & Johnson.
Also Ambassador Rodríguez is member of pharmacy
student organizations and has participated as a volunteer
in health clinics at Kmart and Costco. Recently, she
participated in a Johnson & Johnson’s panel, at the
Pharmacy Convention of PR, to encourage pharmacy
students’ interest in the pharmaceutical industry. She
speaks Spanish, English and Portuguese.
Yaritza G. Torres Ruiz - Class of 2019
Ambassador Yaritza Griselle Torres obtained her
BA in Natural Sciences Major in chemistry at the
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras where she
was a member of American Chemistry Society and
Golden Key Honor Society. Ambassador Torres
completed her pharmacy technician studies at
National University College. She worked in
Farmácia Caribe in Rio Grande prior to becoming a
pharmacy technician. She also worked a professor
for pharmacy technician students at the National
University College and the Universidad Del Este.
Currently, Ambassador Torres is a member in
various organizations such as, the American
Pharmacist Association and the National
Community Pharmacist Association.
INTRODUCING THE
PALM BEACH CAMPUS
2016-17 NEW MEMBERS
Monet K. Luloh - Class of 2019
Ambassador Monet Luloh attended Indian River State
College where she earned the honor of Magna Cum
Laude with an Associate of Arts in Biology. She was on
the Dean's List for majority of the semesters and in her
first semester at NSU is on the Chancellors List. She has
worked at Publix Pharmacy from and has learned about
processing prescriptions, dispensing medications, and
patient care. Ambassador Luloh is a member of the
American Pharmacists Association and the Student
Societies of Health-System Pharmacy. Through these
organizations she has actively participated in
community events, including the SSHP Clinical Skills
Competition as a P1. One of her goals for pharmacy
school is to build and improve her analytical reasoning
skills, problem solving, and teamwork skills.
Antonio Juan Suárez Colón - Class of 2019
Ambassador Antonio Juan Suárez Colón received his
Bachelors Degree in General Science from the University
of Puerto Rico and his Masters Degree in Public Health,
with a concentration in Biostatistic. During his
undergraduate years, he participated in research in
Neuroscience and in Mutagenesis. While completing his
MPH degree, he was President of his department’s
Student Association, earning him a leadership award
upon graduation. Ambassador Suárez also worked on a
profile of the Utilization of Mental Health Services in
Puerto Rico. He currently serves as an Academic Senator
for the Student Government Association of the Palm
Beach Campus and is a member of the American
Chemical Society, the American Pharmacists Association,
the Alpha Zeta Omega pharmacy fraternity (Psi Chapter)
and the Society of Cannabis Clinicians.
Krisjon WilKerson - Class of 2019
Ambassador Krisjon “KJ” Wilkerson obtained a Bachelor
of Science degree in Biology from the University of
Arkansas and was a member of the Fellowship of
Christian Athletes and played baseball for the university.
He was involved in “The Miracle League,” which is an
organization that provides the opportunity for
individuals that have physical and mental disabilities the
opportunity to play baseball. Ambassador Wilkerson is a
member of the American Pharmacists Association and
the National Community Pharmacist’s Association. He is
also a member of the American Chemical Society, the
American Pharmacists Association, the Alpha Zeta
Omega pharmacy fraternity (Psi Chapter) and the
Society of Cannabis Clinicians. His current goal is to
explore the facts and fictions surrounding medical
cannabis and how using cannabis can become part of
modern pharmacy practices.
CONGRATULATIONS
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
2016-17 DEAN’S AMBASSADORS