Welcome to Findlay’s Distance PharmD Fall 2026 Cohort!
We are excited you have chosen the University of Findlay for your PharmD journey, and we look forward to supporting and celebrating you along the way.
August will be here before you know it, and there are essential steps you will need to complete to ensure you are prepared to begin your program this fall. Your calendar of checklist items is listed below, followed by details and registration links for the listed zoom events.
Be sure to bookmark this page for easy access. You can also print this Coming Up Next Checklist for quick reference.
Coming Up Next!
Your Checklist of Important Next Steps and Events
Zoom Events – Details and Registration
Event dates may change, but this webpage will be updated with the current schedule.
Next Steps and Program Insights
Coffee Chats with Findlay
Event dates may change, but this webpage will be updated with the current schedule.
Hear from and engage with Findlay PharmD faculty, staff, and students to prepare you for your PharmD journey.
April
Preparation for Virtual Orientation & PharmD Courses
Dr. Shantanu Rao, Director of Distance Learning Pathway, will provide a valuable overview and tips to help prepare you for the virtual New Student Orientation and Findlay’s Distance PharmD courses.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm CT/ 6:00 pm ET
Duration: 20-25 Minutes
Presented By:
Dr. Shantanu Rao, Ph.D.,
Director of Distance Learning Pathway,
Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
May
Experiential Education Overview
Dr. Brim, Chair of Experiential Education and Dr. Burkart, Assistant Director of Experiential Education, will provide an essential overview of the Experiential Learning (IPPE/APPE) component of Findlay’s Distance PharmD program, including assignment of preceptors, clinical rotations, and placement support.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm CT / 6:30 pm ET
Duration: 20-25 Minutes
Presented By:
Dr. Tonya Brim, Pharm.D., CDCES, BCGP,
Chair of Experiential Education,
Associate Dean of External Affairs & Advocacy,
Associate Professor of Clinical Practice in Pharmacy
Dr. Timothy Burkart, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCGP,
Assistant Director of Experiential Education,
Associate Professor of Clinical Practice in Pharmacy
June
Time Management & Technology
Hear from a panel of current Distance PharmD students for an overview and tips about time management and technology to help set you up for success as you prepare to start your PharmD journey with Findlay!
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Time: 11:00 am CT / 12:00 pm ET
Duration: 20-25 Minutes
Presented By: Distance PharmD Student Panel
Prescription to Celebrate!
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
11:00 am CST/12:00 pm EST
Duration: 60 Minutes
Join your Findlay PharmD Fall 2025 Cohort classmates, University of Findlay College of Pharmacy faculty and Dean, Admissions and Student Support teams as we celebrate YOU!
- Meet the Dean of the University of Findlay College of Pharmacy
- Meet the Findlay Distance PharmD Program Director
- Meet the Findlay Distance PharmD faculty
- Get to know your fellow classmates from the Fall 2025 Cohort
- Learn about important student resources and opportunities
- Learn about important next steps
