Opportunities for pharmacists surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, but even during non-pandemic times, patients are relying on their neighborhood pharmacy for care they used to seek at a physician’s office. Whether students interact with a community in a retail pharmacy setting or work closely with patients in a hospital preparing life-saving medications, or work in a research laboratory to find the next big cure, a pharmacy degree can lead to well-paying and rewarding work. One average, pharmacists in the Southeastern Wisconsin area make over $110,000 and are in high demand (2024).
The Pharmaceutical Science major is a collaboration between Alverno College and Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW) School of Pharmacy or the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Pharmacy. Alverno, students enroll in the advanced program, complete 86 credits in six semesters, then transition to the CUW or MCW Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. Upon completion of two semesters as a CW student or four quarters in the MCW PharmD program, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science from and continue their studies at CUW or MCW. Students in this major work closely with academic advisor to assure their preparation for pharmacy school is on track. Students applying to CUW are guaranteed an interview with CUW School of Pharmacy admissions. Students intending to attend MCW School of Pharmacy must apply into the 3+3 dual degree program after their first semester and are guaranteed admission as long as they continue to meet the academic requirements of the program.
2. Accurately uses the methodologies of chemistry, biology, and pharmaceutical science to analyze quantitative and qualitative data (Analysis, Problem Solving, Social Interaction)
3. Applies scientific frameworks to successfully solve problems through scientific investigation with attention to accuracy, safety, and an awareness of the implications of their practices (Developing a Global Perspective, Valuing in Decisions Making)
Mernitz, Heather, Professor of Physical Science, PhD, Biochemistry, Nutritional Biochemistry, heather.mernitz@alverno.edu
Blom, Alex, Professor of Physical Science, PhD, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, alex.blom@alverno.edu
Coss, Jenna, Physical Science Laboratory Manager, MS, General Chemistry and Biology, jenna.coss@alverno.edu
El-Sheikh, Amal, Professor of Biology, PhD, Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology, Medical Ethics, amal.el-sheikh@alverno.edu
Klingler, Rebekah, Associate Professor of Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health, rebekah.klingler@alverno.edu
Krueger, Megan, Biology Laboratory Manager, MS, General Biology, megan.krueger@alverno.edu
LaManna, Justin, Professor of Biology, PhD, Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology, Environmental Biology, justin.lamanna@alverno.edu
Mernitz, Heather, Professor of Physical Science, PhD, Biochemistry, Nutritional Biochemistry, heather.mernitz@alverno.edu
Thompson, Tracy, Professor of Physical Science, PhD, Organic Chemistry, tracy.thompson@alverno.edu
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BI-251 & 251L | Microbiology and Microbiology Lab (General Education) | 4 |
| CH-213 & 213L | Chemistry of Bioorganic Molecules and Chemistry of Bioorganic Molecules Lab | 4 |
| CH-221 | Organic Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| CH-234 & 234L | Analytical Chemistry/Quantitative Analys and Analytical Chem-Quant Analysis Lab | 4 |
| CH-322 & 322L | Organic Chemistry 2 and Organic Chemistry 2 Lab | 4 |
| CH-374 | CH Assessment in Effective Citizenship | 0 |
| CH-328 | Biochemistry With Laboratory | 4 |
| or BI-338 | Pathophysiology | |
| Choose 3 Credits From Below | 3 | |
| Cellular Biology and Cellular Biology Lab | ||
| Human Anatomy & Physiology II | ||
| Genetics Lecture and Genetics Lab | ||
| Biochemistry of Micronutrients | ||
or CH-395 | Biochemistry of Micronutrients | |
| Independent Study | ||
or CH-397 | Independent Study | |
| Molecular Biology | ||
| Immunology | ||
| BU-210 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| PPS-229 | Career & Internship Planning (General Education ) | 1 |
| MT-152 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MT-256 | Probability and Statistics (General Education ) | 4 |
| PH-241 & 241L | Calculus-Based Physics 1 and Physics Lab | 4 |
| Medical College of WI (MCW)/Concorida Univ WI (CUW) Upper-Level (300-400) Courses | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |