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Ashley Sullivan

Award-winning Student Ashley Sullivan Brings Intercultural Perspective to Occupational Therapy Practice

With perspective gained from an occupational therapy internship in Kenya, Ashley Sullivan, BS (Health Psychology) ’21, takes a thoughtful approach in treating patients of all cultures and backgrounds.
MCPHS student giving a COVID-19 vaccine. Graphic with Vaccine Champion University.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Joins the COVID-19 College Challenge

In an effort to get as many people vaccinated as possible, the White House set up a COVID-19 vaccination challenge for colleges across the United States.
Graphic of Juneteenth Event Poster

Juneteenth, Then and Now: A Conversation on Being the Change Through Arts and Activism

The Colleges of the Fenway hosted a virtual event with three keynote panelists to talk about arts and activism in light of Juneteenth.
Illya Karpenko

MCPHS Responds: COVID-19 Efforts of PharmD Student Illya Karpenko Extend Beyond Testing

In addition to the countless COVID-19 tests that Illya Karpenko administered at a senior housing center throughout the pandemic, he also contributed something unexpectedly valuable to the residents.
No smoking, no vaping sign on a door.

MCPHS Center for Undergraduate Research Hosts Second Annual Conference

The Center, founded in 2019, provides undergraduate students with research funding, mentorship, internship, and networking opportunities.
Jolie Hoang

Multiple Awards for the Multifaceted Leadership of Biology Student Jolie Hoang

From being a standout peer mentor to founding the MCPHS TEDx Club to centering her undergraduate research on community mental health needs, Jolie Hoang has demonstrated leadership throughout her MCPHS career.
Thomas F. Freddo, O.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.O., Adjunct Faculty in School of Optometry.

MCPHS Faculty Appointed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to Help Develop Sustainable Eye Care Solutions for Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Professor Thomas Freddo has traveled the world training eye care professionals in the clinic and classroom. Now, he serves on a committee for the WHO to help develop sustainable healthcare development goals around the world.
MCPHS student sitting at a desk wearing PPE gear.

The American Rescue Plan: Prioritizing Public Health with Investment of Millions

In light of the essential work public health workers have provided throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Rescue Plan will invest $7.4 billion to the field of public health to prepare for future outbreaks.
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