The Duquesne University School of Pharmacy boasts over 5,200 alumni now serving as
community and workplace leaders across the United States and throughout the world
at community and hospital pharmacy settings, with major pharmaceutical companies,
in academic and research institutions and alternative practice areas.
Duquesne University School of Pharmacy alumni give back in a variety of ways as a
vital aspect of ongoing professional commitment to pharmacy. In addition, many members
actively engage in campus events and activities, including serving as guest speakers
or mentors for the next generation of pharmacy leaders.
The Pharmacy Alumni Association encourages all graduates to consider joining and always
seeks new members. A close relationship between the Alumni Association and the administration,
faculty, and students of the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy directly impacts
in the success of the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Alumni
Association sponsors many social and continuing pharmacy education (CPE) activities
throughout the year, including the Annual Alumni Conference, one of the largest venues
for earning valuable continuing education credits, networking, and reuniting with
old and making new friends.
The School of Pharmacy wants alumni to keep in touch by sending updates through the
online alumni community. The online alumni community provides a forum to connect with
former classmates, stay current with School of Pharmacy news, and learn about all
upcoming events.
Save The Date! School Of Pharmacy Alumni Celebration
Join fellow School of Pharmacy alumni to recognize Alumni Award winners, for
a special celebration of the contributions of former Dean Dr. J. Douglas Bricker,
and welcome current Dean Dr. Jim Drennen!
Friday, April 14, 2023
Reception: 5:30 PM, Dinner: 6:30 PM
Duquesne allowed me to create my own journey. I was never pressured to follow
one specific pathway by any of my mentors or fellow classmates. I was told it was
important to be myself. To reflect on decisions that led to positive outcomes, but
to understand negative results will also exist. The importance of growing from those
moments, molding who you become as a pharmacist.
Pharmacy Alumni Association Vision, Mission, Values
The Pharmacy Alumni Association (PAA) strives to provide a shared pathway of lifelong
professional development and opportunities for alumni and future graduates in partnership
with the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy.
Provide programs, services, and resources to foster the continuous professional development
of all alumni
Establish a support network to provide benefits to local and remote alumni
Provide alumni with student mentoring and precepting opportunities and serve as a
valuable resource to student pharmacists
Cultivate and nurture communication among alumni, the Duquesne University School of
Pharmacy and Duquesne University
Contribute to the advancement of pharmacy practice through service to the profession
Support and promote the mission of the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and
the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Encourage and recognize the dedication and accomplishments of alumni in service to
the pharmacy profession.• Recognize the potential of alumni and student pharmacists
to impact the pharmacy profession as leaders in the provision of health care
Remain committed, dedicated and fully supportive of the pursuit of pharmacy excellence
Serve as mentors, educators and role models
Commit to supporting the educational and intellectual needs of all Pharmacy Alumni
Association members
Respect ethical and spiritual values and foundation of the organization.
Pharmacy Alumni Association Officers
President Amanda Simmons, Pharm.D.'09
Vice President Jonathan Ogurchak. Pharm.D.'09
President-Elect Dominic Bertucci, P'95
Immediate Past President Melissa Sciulli Greco, Pharm.D.'08