What our graduates say about the College:

Dora Adami, PharmD’99. Pharmacist, Pfizer, Inc., Groton, Conn. “Because the College is a smaller academic unit within a major research university, you get the best of two worlds: immediate access to outstanding resources, and an individualized education. Not only are you part of a internationally-respected program whose graduates are highly sought after, but the College’s small size provides tremendous opportunity for personal growth. The curriculum is excellent, and the preceptors you encounter on rotations are the finest in the business.”

Toby Horwitz, PharmD’00. Clinical pharmacist, Family Medical Center of Michigan and Neighborhood Health Association of Toledo. “Coming from California, I chose the U-M because it had one of the best pharmacy programs in the country, and because of Ann Arbor’s socially progressive culture. The Pharm.D. curriculum is demanding, but with a purpose: to prepare its graduates for any professional path they chose. The College’s diverse selection of courses and clinical rotations provided an one-of-a-kind educational experience.”

Michael Kraft, PharmD'99. Clinical pharmacist, surgery/nutrition, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, Mich. "After I graduated from U-M, I completed a one-year specialty residency in critical care and nutrition support at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. When I was interviewing for a residency, one of the important factors in my selection was where I received my Pharm.D. education. Everyone knew about the U-M and its well-earned reputation for excellence."

Frances Rodríguez, PharmD'93. Assistant professor, University of Puerto Rico. "The knowledge and experiences I gained through Michigan's Pharm.D. program prepared me to enter any pharmacy-related field I chose. In addition, the College's reputation for all-around excellence created immediate career opportunities that wouldn't have existed had my degree been from a less-known school."

Randall Taylor, PharmD’01. Community pharmacist, Express Pharmacy, Detroit, Mich. “I grew up in California, but always dreamed of attending the world-renowned University of Michigan. From the day I arrived at the College of Pharmacy, I was impressed by the attitude of the people. Everyone was accessible. The College’s small size creates a nurturing, family-like atmosphere, and great friendships. Now, as a Michigan Pharm.D., I can follow any pharmacy-related career path I choose. That is power.”

David Zaccardelli, PharmD'88. Vice President, MDS Pharma Services, Tampa, Fla. "When I entered the pharmaceutical industry, I had an advantage over graduates of other academic programs because I understood the diagnosis and treatment of disease and could talk knowledgeably about these issues with all types of clinical experts. For me, that represents the single most significant value of a Pharm.D. degree from Michigan. The education you receive is just so adaptable."