Philosophy & Outcomes
Mission
The mission of Regis University School of Pharmacy is to educate men and women to become exceptional and socially responsible pharmacists. We commit to the Jesuit tradition of values centered education focusing on personal development and leadership in the service of others. Our graduates are prepared to improve and transform health care in a global community. We are committed to community engagement, professional leadership, and scholarly activities that contribute to the advancement of pharmacy education, pharmaceutical sciences, and pharmacy practice.
Goals
The goals of the School of Pharmacy are to:
- develop graduates with the cognitive and affective maturity to positively impact an ever changing healthcare environment;
- inspire graduates to take leadership roles in their communities and in the profession;
- create an environment of discovery to promote self-directed, life-long learning;
- foster a commitment to service of others that contributes to the common good;
- promote professional behavior and ethical decision-making through values-centered education;
- employ evidence-based medicine to promote positive health outcomes for diverse populations;
- contribute to the advancement of pharmacy practice and education;
- promote interdisciplinary education and collaborative models of practice; and
- seek justice and advocate for others in the distribution of healthcare resources.
Educational Outcomes
A Regis pharmacist recognizes the relationship of trust and responsibility he or she has with patients and the community. In order to engage fully in this relationship he or she will be knowledgeable, skillful, and principled. A Regis pharmacist will be proficient in the biological, chemical, clinical, and administrative sciences that are fundamental to pharmacy practice. A Regis pharmacist will also have exceptional problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills that will enable him or her to provide optimal patient-centered care. A Regis pharmacist will have a well-defined set of principles that guides his or her thinking, decision making, and conduct throughout his or her professional career and personal life. With these attributes, a Regis pharmacist will be a socially responsible leader in the service of others, prepared to improve and transform healthcare in a global community.
A Regis Pharmacist Must Be Knowledgeable
Regis University School of Pharmacy must prepare students so that they know how:
- to acquire and process information to solve problems efficiently;
- the pharmacy profession fits into the interdisciplinary healthcare system;
- to integrate knowledge from different scientific and academic disciplines into pharmacy practice;
- the economic, psychological, social, and cultural factors affect all aspects of healthcare;
- scientific and clinical principles dictate disease management strategies; and
- the business, social and administrative aspects affect pharmacy practice.
A Regis Pharmacist Must Be Skillful
Regis University School of Pharmacy must ensure that students will:
- acquire and critically evaluate information related to patient care;
- provide pharmaceutical care using evidence-based principles;
- accurately communicate drug therapy information to healthcare professionals, patients and their caregivers;
- be proficient in drug compounding, distribution, and administration;
- demonstrate the ability to manage basic business aspects of pharmacy practice;
- be able to adapt to changes in the healthcare system; and
- collaborate with all members of the healthcare team.
A Regis Pharmacist Must Be Principled
Regis University School of Pharmacy must foster students who are:
- aware of his or her and others’ emotions and respond to them appropriately;
- accountable to, responsible to, and respectful of others;
- committed to continuous professional and personal development;
- empathetic towards others;
- trustworthy;
- prepared for leadership roles in the profession and the community;
- ethical and socially responsible;
- culturally aware when interacting with others;
- sensitive to issues of social justice; and
- willing to accept the crucial role that pharmacists play in achieving a common good within society.