University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

Helping Local Seniors Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle Posted: Friday, February 03, 2012Twice a week throughout the summer, Dr. Carol Maritz and three PT students visited the Mt. Baptist Zion Church at 50th and Woodland Ave. to put 20 members of the congregation through an intense exercise program.

Table Top Science Program Brings the Wonders of Chemistry into the Community Posted: Friday, February 03, 2012The Table Top Science Program is combination of hands-on activities and demonstrations on various themes in chemistry and other sciences.

USciences to Honor FemmePharma Global Healthcare Founder Gerianne Tringali DiPiano on Founders’ Day Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012University of the Sciences will mark its 191st anniversary on Feb. 23, 2012, at 2 p.m. with its annual Founders’ Day celebration. The ceremony includes bestowing an honorary degree upon FemmePharma Global Healthcare Founder Gerianne Tringali DiPiano.

Genesis CARES Announces Spring 2012 Seminar Series Posted: Friday, January 20, 2012Genesis CARES announces spring semester seminar schedule.

Dr. Daniel A. Hussar Designated 2012 APhA Honorary President Posted: Thursday, January 19, 2012Daniel A. Hussar has been designated the 2012 Honorary President of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA).

USciences Plays Host to Delegation From China's SFDA Posted: Tuesday, December 20, 2011University of the Sciences played host to a delegation representing the China State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) on Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.

Dr. Lia Vas Chosen for 2011 Faculty Special Recognition Award Posted: Tuesday, December 20, 2011Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics, Dr. Lia Vas was chosen as the recipient of the 2011 Faculty Special Recognition Award.

Officials from China’s SFDA Set to Visit USciences on Dec. 19 Posted: Monday, December 19, 2011University of the Sciences will play host to a delegation representing the China State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) on Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.

PCP Makes a Strong Showing at the ASHP Midyear Conference Posted: Thursday, December 15, 2011Buoyed by a record number of students, PCP had a large student, faculty, and alumni presence at the ASHP Midyear Conference.

Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry Hosts First Annual Research Symposium Posted: Thursday, December 15, 2011The University of the Sciences Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry hosted its First Annual Research Symposium on Oct. 10, 2011.

Casino Night a Safe Bet for Student Fun Posted: Thursday, December 15, 2011Fun and games at student Casino Night on Dec. 6.

Science Fun for Middle Schoolers Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011Students from Abigail Vare Elementary School came to USciences for a half day of science fun on December 14.

Inter-Professional Education: What Does It Mean for Samson College? Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011The Office of Inter-professional Education sponsored a lecture entitled “Inter-professional Education: What Does it Mean for Samson College?” on Nov. 10, 2011.

2011 Fall Open House Series Comes to a Close Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011The fall 2011 Open House series ended with a banner day on December 4 - a total of 182 students and nearly 500 total people were hosted on campus.

Teaching and Learning Presentations Showcase USciences Faculty Efforts Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011For the past three years USciences has been very well represented at conferences on teaching in higher education.

Genesis CARES at USciences Celebrates First Year Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011On Dec. 8, USciences’ Samson College of Health Sciences celebrated the partnership that developed The Genesis Healthcare Center for Aging Research and Education (Genesis CARES).

Rifle Team Profiled in Wall Street Journal Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011The University of the Sciences rifle program was profiled in the December 6, 2011, issue of the Wall Street Journal. The article "Young Scientists Take Aim" and was written by Dawn Fallik.

New Online MPH Program Set to Launch Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 2011The Department of Health Policy and Public Health is set to launch its new online MPH Program.

Dr. Ilene Warner-Maron Inducted as a Fellow In the College of Physicians of Philadelphia Posted: Thursday, December 08, 2011Dr. Ilene Warner-MaronPHD'07, president of Alden Geriatric Consultants, Inc. and of the Institute for Continuing Education and Research at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, has been inducted as a Fellow in the College of Physicians of Philadelphia.

60-Second Lecture Winners Announced, Technology Training Center Opens Posted: Tuesday, November 22, 2011Winners of the first 60-second lecture contest were announced at the grand opening of USciences’ new Technology Training Center.

UK Honor to Honor Dean Lawson Posted: Tuesday, November 22, 2011PCP Dean Dr. Lisa Lawson will be honored with the Paul F. Parker Award which recognizes University of Kentucky Pharmacy Residency Program alumni.

In the Community at the Christy Rec Center Posted: Friday, November 18, 2011On Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011, about 32 USciences students volunteered with City Year to restore the Christy Recreation Center on 56th and Christian Streets.

Three to Enter USciences Athletics Hall of Fame on Dec. 10 Posted: Friday, November 18, 2011University of the Sciences will welcome its three newest inductees into the Athletics Hall of Fame.

W. W. Smith Charitable Trust Reception Recognizes Scholarship Posted: Friday, November 18, 2011University of the Sciences hosted a reception for the WW Smith Charitable Trust and the student recipients of its annual scholarship on November 3, 2011.

HepTREC Joins Philly Area Groups to Fight Hepatitis B Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011HepTREC at USciences continued its efforts to reduce the impact of viral hepatitis by joining more than 25 community agencies in the Hep B Free Philadelphia campaign.

USciences Students Cheer on Temple Football Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011USciences students took in the Temple vs. Miami (of Ohio) football game on Nov. 19.

Samson Dean Dr. Sherwen Selected ASAHP Fellow Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011Dr. Laurie Sherwen, dean of USciences Samson College of Health Sciences, was elected a fellow of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions.

USciences Recognized for Fulbright Scholar Recipient Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011USciences recently had the distinction of being listed among the Chronicle of Higher Education’s top Fulbright Scholar institutions thanks to recipient Carrie Waterman PhCog’10.

HepTREC Receives Vertex Pharmaceutical Grant Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011Grant will be used to develop tools for use at patient intake and during treatment decision-making.

Panel Unites Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharm/Tox Alumni Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011The USciences’ Pharmaceutical Sciences Club and Tox Club, for students in the pharmacology and toxicology program, welcomed six alumni panelists to campus on Nov. 10.

Drug Simulation Puts Students in Real World Posted: Wednesday, November 16, 2011A Pfizer sponsored drug simulation puts PCP students in real world drug development pipeline.

PPTA Recognizes USciences Student Posted: Wednesday, November 16, 2011USciences Physical Therapy Department had a strong presence at PPTA’s Annual Conference and Business Meeting in October.

Writing has its Rewards Posted: Wednesday, November 16, 2011Intellectual Heritage Writing Contest earns three students cash prizes.

DVSHP Pharmacy Residency Showcase a Success Posted: Wednesday, November 16, 2011Philadelphia College of Pharmacy hosted the annual Delaware Valley Society of Health-System Pharmacists annual residency showcase on October 25.

Physics Open House Cancelled Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 2011The Department of Math/Physics/Statistics at USciences Open House on Nov. 19 is cancelled.

Dr. Dana Pape-Zambito Named Assistant Professor of Biology Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. Dana Pape-Zambito has been named assistant professor of biology at University of the Sciences.

Dr. David R. Leonard Named Founding Director of the Graduate Physician Assistant Program Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. David R. Leonard has been named founding director of the Graduate Physician Assistant Program and chair of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at University of the Sciences.

Dr. Colleen Maher Named Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. Colleen Maher has been named assistant professor of occupational therapy at University of the Sciences’ Samson College of Health Sciences. Dr. Maher has 25 years of occupational therapy clinical experience with a specialty in hand therapy and lymphedema management.

Dr. Karleen Melody Named Assistant Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. Karleen Melody has been named assistant professor of clinical pharmacy at University of the Sciences’ Philadelphia College of Pharmacy.

Dr. McHardy M. Smith Named Instructor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. McHardy Smith has been named instructor of pharmaceutical sciences in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at University of the Sciences.

Dr. Radha Vanmali Named Assistant Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. Radha Vanmali was named assistant professor of clinical pharmacy at the University of the Sciences’ Philadelphia College of Pharmacy.

Dr. Shelley Otsuka Named Assistant Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. Shelley Otsuka has been named assistant professor of clinical pharmacy at University of the Sciences’ Philadelphia College of Pharmacy.

Dr. Karin Gravare Silbernagel Named Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy Posted: Monday, November 07, 2011Dr. Karin Gravare Silbernagel has been named assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at University of the Sciences’ Samson College of Health Sciences.

USciences 60-Second Lecture Contest Promotes New Technology Training Center and Panopto Platform Posted: Wednesday, November 02, 2011A 60-second lecture contest is showcasing the ease of the Panopto lecture capture software and promoting the opening of USciences’ new Technology Training Center.

Nov. 3 Symposium Examines International Perspectives of Gender, Sexuality, and Care Posted: Monday, October 31, 2011The Department of Humanities is proud to present a 2011 symposium on the international perspectives of gender, sexuality, and care, and the opportunities and challenges as we age.

DO/PhD Program Offers Link Between the Bench and the Bedside Posted: Thursday, October 27, 2011A collaborative initiative between the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) and University of the Sciences has established a joint DO/PhD program and a critical link between “the bench and bedside.”

USciences OT Students Take to the Hill Posted: Thursday, October 27, 2011Some 36 students from occupational therapy descended on Washington, DC, on Sept. 19 for “AOTA’s Annual Capitol Hill Day.”

Games and Activities Convey a Serious Message Posted: Tuesday, October 25, 2011USciences students team up at River City Festival to promote health information.

HepTREC Taking a Stand in Public Health Crisis Posted: Tuesday, October 25, 2011A immunization program is one of the latest iniatives for the USciences-based hepatitis outreach organization.

Samson College Supports Community Health Fair Posted: Tuesday, October 25, 2011Samson College students were at the Elmwood Community Methodist Church Community Health and Wellness Fair on Sat., Sept. 24, 2011.

PGY1 Residency Gains Accreditation Posted: Thursday, October 20, 2011PCP's PGY1 residency program has been accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

Holocaust Survivor Presents 2011 Malis Memorial Lecture Posted: Thursday, October 20, 2011The 2011 Bernard Malis Memorial Lecture features Holocaust survivor Dr. Henri Parnes on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 4:30 p.m. in the McNeil Science and Technology Center.

Final Genesis CARES Fall Seminar Focuses on Community Mobility Posted: Thursday, October 20, 2011The Genesis Center for Aging and Education (CARES) at University of the Sciences will host a seminar on Wednesday, Nov. 9 focusing on Community Mobility.

USciences Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs October 29 At Health Center 3 Posted: Thursday, October 20, 2011On October 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., USciences and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will host a prescription drug take back program at Health Center at555 S. 43rd St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19104. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

Students Dance the Night Away for a Good Cause Posted: Monday, October 17, 2011The second annual Pink-A-Thon took over the Athletic/Recreation Center (ARC) between 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Oct. 21.

Robin Keyack Receives Ivor Griffith Service Award Posted: Friday, October 14, 2011Robin Soifer Keyack was presented with the Ivor Griffith Service Award at University of the Sciences’ annual alumni reunion on Sept. 24, 2011.

Captain David E. Price Awarded Annual Alumni Award Posted: Friday, October 14, 2011Captain David E. Price was presented with the Annual Alumni Award at University of the Sciences’ alumni reunion on Sept. 24, 2011.

Dominic A. Marasco Awarded Young Alumnus Award Posted: Friday, October 14, 2011Dominic A. Marasco has been presented with the Young Alumnus Award at University of the Sciences’ annual alumni reunion on Sept. 24, 2011.

Dr. Joseph W. Ruane Awarded Honorary Alumnus Award Posted: Friday, October 14, 2011Dr. Joseph W. Ruane was presented with the Honorary Alumnus Award at University of the Sciences’ annual alumni reunion on Sept. 24, 2011.

Rosalie I. Jones Named Executive Director of Human Resources at University of the Sciences Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2011Rosalie I. Jones has been promoted to executive director of human resources at University of the Sciences.

Dr. Laura A. Mandos Promoted to Associate Dean at USciences’ Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2011Dr. Laura A. Mandos has been named associate dean for student affairs and admissions at University of the Sciences’ Philadelphia College of Pharmacy (PCP).

$10,000 Up for Grabs in Mayes College Healthy Lifestyles Competition Posted: Thursday, October 06, 2011Mayes College sponosrs a healthy lifestyle social media competition with cash and scholarship prizes.

American Diabetes Association (ADA) NBC Phone Bank Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2011USciences students from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy helped answer callers’ questions as part of American Diabetes Association (ADA) NBC Phone Bank.

PPA Presents Schreiber P’71 with Coveted Bowl of Hygeia Award Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2011The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association honored Robert S. Schreiber P’71 from Yardley, PA, as the recipient of the 2011 Bowl of Hygeia Award.

PCP Helps Students Take a StEPP Ahead Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2011Philadelphia College of Pharmacy launched a new multi-year, student-centered program this summer that looks to improve students’ personal and professional development throughout their USciences experience.

Dr. Claudia Parvanta Provides Guidance at WHO Nutrition Seminar Posted: Monday, October 03, 2011Dr. Claudia Parvanta, professor and chair of the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at University of the Sciences, had an opportunity this summer to speak at the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva over the summer.

USciences Chapter Celebrates Phi Del Week Posted: Wednesday, September 28, 2011In an effort to expand on-campus awareness and knowledge regarding different areas of pharmacy, the collegiate brothers of Phi Delta Chi, Epsilon chapter, are hosting their second annual Phi Del Week.

USciences Officially Launches The Remington Society Posted: Wednesday, September 28, 2011University of the Sciences hosted the inaugural luncheon of The Remington Society on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011 during Alumni Reunion weekend.

USciences Timmy Global Health Takes Eye Opening Trip to Ecuador Posted: Friday, September 23, 2011The USciences chapter of Timmy Global Health recently took a trip to Tena, Ecuador, to gain first hand expereinces.

First Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Research Symposium Competition Announced Posted: Friday, September 23, 2011The research symposium encourages graduate students in biochemistry, chemistry, and pharmacognosy to communicate the results of scientific research in an oral presentation.

New Off-Campus Housing Service Launched Posted: Wednesday, September 21, 2011A “one-stop shop” to refer incoming and current students, faculty, and staff in finding housing and roommates in University City and surrounding areas.

PT to Have a Presence at PA Physical Therapy Conference Posted: Wednesday, September 21, 2011The Department of Physical Therapy will be well represented at the Pennsylvania Physical Therapy (PPTA) Conference in Valley Forge Convention Center on October 15.

Glasser Visiting Professor Programs Welcomes the Czech Republic’s Dr. Jiří Šponer from Oct. 11-20 Posted: Tuesday, September 20, 2011The Glasser Visiting Professor Program allows a young, innovative scientist from Europe to visit USciences to share and open collaborations.

Dr. Amalia M. Issa Named Professor and Chair of USciences’ Department of Health Policy and Public Health Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011Amalia M. Issa, PhD, MPH, a leader in the field of personalized medicine and translational research, has joined University of the Sciences as professor and chair of the Department of Health Policy and Public Health in the University’s Mayes College of Healthcare Business and Policy.

PCP students support 5K Philadelphia 2011 Walk to END Alzheimer’s Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011PCP students support 5K Philadelphia 2011 Walk to END Alzheimer’s.

Genesis CARES Announces Fall Seminar Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011Genesis Center for Aging and Education invites you to the first of its fall seminars “ADVOCACY: Your Professional Responsibility” Sept. 21, 2011 at 5:30p.m.

Biological Sciences 2011 Fall Seminar Series Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011The Department of Biological Sciences has announced its 2011 Fall Seminar Series.

New Bachelor’s Degree Conferment Ceremony in May to Honor MOT, DrOt, DPT, and PharmD Students Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011Students who entered the University as first-year students in 2008, or who transferred into those programs before earning a bachelor’s degree, will be eligible to earn a bachelor’s degree at the end of the 2011-12 academic year.

You are Invited to a Physics Open House Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011The Department of Math/Physics/Statistics at USciences invites you to an Open House to learn more about the physics program.

Samson Takes the Reigns as Interim President; Dr. Gerbino Bestowed with Emeritus Status Posted: Friday, September 16, 2011The University of the Sciences Board of Trustees officially named board chairman Marvin Samson, CEO of Samson Medical Technologies, interim president on Sept. 8, 2011.

Team Approach: CMSRU, Cooper Health System, USciences to Collaborate on Education Model Posted: Thursday, September 15, 2011Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) and the Cooper Health System are partnering with University of the Sciences to establish an interprofessional healthcare education and practice model.

Three Named to Board of Trustees Posted: Monday, September 12, 2011Three new members were recently elected to serve on the board of trustees of University of the Sciences.

A Good Start for New Students Posted: Monday, September 12, 2011From the heaviest refrigerator to the lightest lamp, University of the Sciences newest students and their families started off the 2011-2012 academic year with move-in day on August 26, 2011.

USciences’ STEMPREP Training Expands Opportunities for HS Students Posted: Wednesday, August 24, 2011USciences hosted five STEMPREP high school students for hands-on research training.

Former Olympic Swimmer Dr. Bryan Kim Named Coordinator of the Health Sciences Program Posted: Wednesday, August 24, 2011University of the Sciences has named Dr. Bryan Kim coordinator for the health sciences program in the University’s Samson College of Health Sciences.

New Name for Med Tech Program: Medical Laboratory Science Program Posted: Tuesday, August 23, 2011University of the Sciences has renamed its medical technology program the Medical Laboratory Science Program, a change that better reflects the programs course of study.

Move-In Day Welcomes New Students on August 26 Posted: Saturday, August 20, 2011On Friday, August 26, University of the Sciences will welcome over 600 new students for its annual Move-In Day that kicks off Welcome Week.

Physical Therapy Day on Capitol Hill Posted: Saturday, August 20, 2011Dr. Therese E. Johnston, physical therapy assistant professor, participated in Physical Therapy Day on Capitol Hill.

Dr. Vincent Willey Named USciences Faculty Athletic Representative Posted: Saturday, August 20, 2011Dr. Vincent J. Willey P’92, PharmD’99, associate professor of pharmacy at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at University of the Sciences has been appointed the University’s Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR).

New Office of Student Accommodations Opens Posted: Saturday, August 20, 2011The Office of Academic Accommodations has become the Office of Student Accommodations and is now under the leadership of Monica L. Vance.

Ask-A-Librarian 2.0 is Here Posted: Saturday, August 20, 2011The J.W. England Library has expanded its Ask-A-Librarian service to provide several new ways to contact a librarian on your computer or mobile device.

USciences Student-Athletes Named Academic Achievement Award Winners Posted: Thursday, August 11, 2011The Division II Athletics Directors Association (DII ADA) announced the 2010-11 recipients of the DII ADA Academic Achievement Awards and it included 33 USciences student-athletes, the most from the CACC.

Students Benefit from Biomedical Technician Training Program Posted: Thursday, August 11, 2011USciences has developed a fruitful collaborative relationship in training students in stem cells.

University Piloting iPad Use Posted: Thursday, August 11, 2011USciences is conducting a pilot program to assess the use of iPads in the classroom.

AD Robert “Bobby” Morgan to Step Down; Paul Klimitas Elevated to AD Posted: Tuesday, August 09, 2011Longtime University of the Sciences Athletic Director Robert “Bobby” Morgan has announced that he will relinquish that role effective immediately. USciences President Dr. Philip P. Gerbino has named Associate Athletic Director Paul Klimitas Athletic Director.

Dr. Peter Berget Named Chair of Biological Sciences Posted: Monday, August 08, 2011Peter Berget, PhD, has been named chair and professor of biological sciences.

Eating Disorders: Could Your Loved One be at Risk? New Study at USciences Offers Free Family Counseling Posted: Monday, July 25, 2011The Eating Disorder Research Program (EDRP) at University of the Sciences is offering free treatment for families with an adolescent who struggles with eating and weight concerns.

Partnership with Public Media Commons Produces Student PSAs Posted: Wednesday, July 13, 2011For the Spring 2011 semester, Dr. Claudia Parvanta, professor and chairperson of behavioral sciences, and the Public Media Commons partnered to develop a special course for undergraduate and graduate students to learn about health communication and produce public service announcements about important health topics.

One Book, One Campus Choses Into the Wild Posted: Wednesday, July 13, 2011The One Book, One Campus common reading program has chosen Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer as its 2011–12 book selection.

Trainor Named Phila. Business Journal’s Nonprofit CFO of the Year Posted: Tuesday, July 12, 2011University of the Sciences CFO and Senior Vice President Joseph Trainor has been named Nonprofit CFO of the Year by the Philadelphia Business Journal.