When the last of the class of 2010 walked out of the Mann Center for the
Performing Arts on May 26, 2010, graduation was already just a memory.
Thoughts turned to the future where a University survey found that 71 percent
already had a job or placement in a graduate program by that milestone
day. Historically, after three months, that number for job and advanced degree
placement shoots up to 90 percent.
Meet five graduates from the class of 2010 who look to become more than
a statistic. They want to make a difference.
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Preyanka Makadia BI’10
(minor in communications)
Misher College of Arts and Sciences
How would you describe your experience at
USciences and what will you remember most?
Being supported—if I set out to accomplish
anything, all of the resources were there for
me. My professors and advisors encouraged
my ambition and helped find solutions when
I encountered challenges, such as course
conflicts. Everything was tailored to the
student, and everybody worked to help
me succeed.
What are your career plans after graduation?
I am currently a medical student at
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic
Medicine.
How do expect your degree will uniquely
prepare you for your career?
Classes were challenging and helped me
develop a strong work ethic; I developed
valuable skills that I will certainly use
as a physician. Taking science and
communication courses provided me
with a well-rounded education that led
me to discover my passions for medicine
and health communication. |
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Magdi Stino MS’10
College of Graduate Studies
Why did you decide to attend the
University to pursue your degree?
I have friends in the pharmaceutical
industry, and they all believed that the
University has one of the top programs.
Was there an experience, course, professor, or
something else that impacted you the most?
My academic advisor, Dr. William McGhan,
has guided me throughout the program.
I believe that his advice has helped me get
the most benefit out of the program.
What advice or insights would you
share with a prospective student?
It is important to get to know your
professors as soon as possible. They will
help guide you through the coursework.
Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I see myself working in the industry
at an upper-management level. |
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Jason Cherian MOT’10
Samson College of Health Sciences
What are your career plans after graduation?
After graduation I plan to take the
[National Board for Certification in
Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)] exam
so that I can become certified and licensed
to practice in the state of Pennsylvania.
I plan to work in either an inpatient acute
rehab or an acute hospital setting.
How do expect your degree from the
University will uniquely prepare you
for your career?
The University gave me the skills,
experience, and knowledge necessary
to become a dynamic, perceptive, and
successful therapist.
Was there an experience, course, professor,
or something else that impacted you
the most?
I believe that the Occupational Therapy
Department impacted me the most because
they always made it seem like I was at a
home away from home. The entire faculty
from the chair to the administrative
coordinator to the professors really made
my OT experience more pleasant. |
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Philip Parente Maher PharmD’10
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Why did you decide to attend the
University to pursue your degree?
I wasn’t sure what degree to pursue, so
I chose University of the Sciences because
pharmacy offered an advanced degree.
Additionally, it provided me the opportunity
to participate in athletics throughout my
college career, which was huge for me.
What are your career plans after graduation?
I plan to pursue a pharmacy residency at
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
How do expect your degree from the
University will uniquely prepare you
for your career?
I think it already has prepared me.
Following rotations, I believe I had
a unique set of experiences and
developed relationships that can
never be replaced.
Was there an experience, course, professor, or
something else that impacted you the most?
Playing four years on the baseball team.
I firmly believe the rigors of a baseball
season, combined with trying to succeed
in the classroom, have really prepared me
for almost any task. Most importantly,
the guys I played with are family to me.
What’s more important than that? |
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Nicole Turner MPH’10
Mayes College of Healthcare Business and Policy
Why did you decide to attend the University
to pursue your degree?
The master of public health (MPH)
program at the University was flexible for
my work hours and had a variety of classes
that fit my interests. I always have worked
in hospital settings and was very interested
in learning about public health policy issues.
How do expect your degree from the
University will uniquely prepare you for
your career? My MPH degree has given me knowledge
about all the different areas of public
health, and I feel that I will be able to
apply it to many different jobs.
Was there an experience, course, professor,
or something else that impacted you the
most? Why was that important to you?
The most memorable part of graduate
school was taking my health policy classes
during the healthcare reform debate.
Relating the current events to the class
material really helped me learn the
intricate details of health policy, and
I really enjoyed the discussions with
classmates and professors. |
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