Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

☀️ Make This Summer the Start of Something Transformative! 🧬

This summer, take the first step toward a career at the forefront of innovation with the Master of Science in Biopharmaceutical Technology (MSBT) at Western New England University.

Whether you're passionate about biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or advancing life-saving therapies, our MSBT program prepares you with the knowledge and practical skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

🔬 Gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge biopharmaceutical technologies
💡 Learn from expert faculty with real-world industry experience
🧪 Prepare for careers in biologics, manufacturing, quality assurance, and research
🌍 Join a field dedicated to improving health and transforming lives around the world

Your future in biopharmaceutical innovation starts today. Make this summer count!

🏆 Call for Nominations: Distinguished Young Alumni Award 🏆

Do you know a WNE PharmD graduate who is making an impact in the profession? The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Pharmacy Student Governance Association is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Young Alumni Award!

Eligible nominees must be graduates of the WNE PharmD program from 2016–2021. We invite nominations that highlight outstanding achievements, contributions to the field of pharmacy, and the role WNE played in their professional success.

Self-nominations are welcome!

🔗 Submit your nomination here: https://forms.gle/m6NtW57JP5XJfDET6

Help us recognize the next generation of pharmacy leaders!

New research from Kyung U. Hong at Western New England University highlights an important connection between how we cook meat and long-term health outcomes. His work explores how high-heat cooking methods like grilling can produce compounds that may impact metabolism and increase diabetes risk for some individuals.

This research is part of WNE’s ongoing commitment to advancing public health and understanding how everyday choices influence well-being.

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Learn more about Dr. Hong’s research and publications: https://tinyurl.com/kr6u8ew9 and if this is something you think you may be interested in please do not hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more about our amazing MS Programs.

🎓 Congratulations to the Graduating Class!

Today, we proudly recognize the accomplishments of our PharmD and OTD graduates from Western New England University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences.

💊 Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) graduates are prepared to advance patient care through clinical expertise, medication management, and interprofessional collaboration.
🖐️ Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) graduates are equipped to enhance quality of life by supporting individuals, families, and communities through evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Your commitment, perseverance, and professionalism have led you to this important milestone. We are confident that you will make meaningful contributions to the healthcare field.

We extend our sincere congratulations and best wishes for continued success in your professional journeys.

Today, proudly celebrates our 2026 Doctor of Occupational Therapy students as they prepare to reach an important milestone, their Hooding Ceremony.

This special occasion honors their passion, purpose, and readiness to enter the profession as compassionate, skilled practitioners.

Congratulations to our future occupational therapists as they take this exciting next step. Tomorrow, we proudly recognize them at Commencement! 💙💛🐻

🎓💊 Celebrating a Meaningful Milestone: College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Hooding Ceremony

At Western New England University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, the Hooding Ceremony marks a powerful transition for students.

This special tradition honors the dedication, perseverance, and achievements of our graduates as they are formally recognized for earning their Doctor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Occupational Therapy or Master of Science degree. Being hooded by faculty and mentors symbolizes not only academic success, but also the responsibility and trust placed in them as future healthcare professionals.

👏 Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and peers, our graduates celebrate the culmination of years of hard work and the beginning of their professional journeys.

We are proud to recognize this accomplished group and look forward to the impact they will make in their communities and beyond.

✨ Congratulations to our graduates!

Our very own Dr. Dominic DeFilipi (right) was honored to receive the Graduate Brother of the Year Award from the Providence Graduate Chapter of Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, Inc. The award recognized Dr. DeFilipi's years of service, involvement, and mentorship to not only Western New England College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences student but also serving as a mentor for the collegiate brothers and fellow alumni of Kappa Psi Bet Epsilon Chapter at the University of Rhode Island. Please join us in congratulating Dr. DeFilipi, we appreciate all that you do not only in your Experientials work at WNE but also for all the support that you provide in mentorship both inside and outside the classroom.

Today, Western New England University celebrated the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Class of 2027 at their pinning ceremony.

This meaningful tradition marks each student’s transition from classroom learning to clinical practice, signifying their readiness for fieldwork and commitment to patient-centered care.

Congratulations to our OTD students as they begin this exciting new chapter! 💙💛🐻

WNE was well represented at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting this year. Our students showcased their outstanding scholarship through multiple presentations, including posters presented by Reilly Stewart, Maya Estrella, Hailey Emmons, Phuong Le, and Channel Carter, among others.
It was also great to see WNE graduates continuing to make us proud as they contribute to pharmacy practice. Great work to all our students, alumni, and faculty who helped represent WNE.