College of Pharmacy

| Invitation to Stand | Dr. Gina Craft, Dean |
|---|---|
| Blessing & Pledge | Miss Emily Cormier & Mr. Garrett Deshotel |
| Welcome | Dean Craft |
| ULM Welcome | Dr. Michelle McEacharn, ULM Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs |
| Address | Dr. Austin Barrios, Walgreens Pharmacy Representative |
| Presentation of Jackets and Cords |
Dr. Mike Cockerham, Senior Associate Dean Assisted by College of Pharmacy Faculty |
| Pinning of Jackets | Class of 2026 |
| Senior Recognition Awards |
Dr. Laurel Sampognaro, Assistant Dean Assisted by College of Pharmacy Faculty |
| Outstanding Graduate Student Award | Dr. George Matthaiolampakis |
| Faculty and Preceptor Awards & Special Recognition | Miss Shelby Estess |
| Student Organization Recognition | Mrs. Mary Rhea, Assistant Dean |
| Recognition of Residencies | Dr. Stephen Hill |
| Oath of a Pharmacist | Dr. Bryan Donald, Program Director of Assessment & Accreditation |
| Closing Remarks | Dean Craft |
Oath of a Pharmacist
I promise to devote myself to a lifetime of service to others through the profession of pharmacy. In fulfilling this vow:
I will consider the welfare of humanity and relief of suffering my primary concerns.
I will treat all patients with dignity and respect and will not discriminate against any patient.
I will apply my knowledge, experience, and skills to the best of my ability to assure optimal outcomes for all patients.
I will respect and protect all personal and health information entrusted to me.
I will accept the responsibility to improve my professional knowledge, expertise, and self-awareness.
I will hold myself and my colleagues to the highest principles of our profession's moral, ethical and legal conduct.
I will embrace and advocate changes that improve patient care.
I will utilize my knowledge, skills, experiences, and values to prepare the next generation of pharmacists.
I take these vows voluntarily with the full realization of the responsibility with which I am entrusted by the public.
Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Candidates
| Alexandra Albin | Garrett Deshotel | Chailiah May |
| Matthew Alfred, III | Alexis Deville Stoute | Samantha McGuffee |
| Marley Allred | Hailey Doucet | Bruce Micelle |
| Emma Armstrong | Peyton Edwards | Korin Miller |
| Fred Barnette | Sharif Elgourani | Madelyn Miller |
| Rylan Cale Bawar | Benjamin Foret | Cassidy Moore |
| Amy Boudreaux | Hannah Garrett | Valerie Panyanouvong |
| Kayli Bowman | Seth Guidry | Jenna Patterson (PharmD/Spanish Minor) |
| Jackson Branch | Jessica Hale | Kari Rabb |
| Alissa Burris | Brady Hebert | Courtney Reed (PharmD/MBA) |
| Julie Butler | Kate Hicks | Jala Richard |
| Danielle Camacho | Hailey Hilbun | Carson Rigby |
| Carson Caraway | Grant Johnson | Holly Santos |
| Jordan Chenevert | Sara Joubert | Abigail Smith |
| Camden Clark (PharmD/MBA) | John Lamm | Taylor Thompson |
| Kolby Cook (PharmD/MBA) | Lisa Lee | Olivia Thornton |
| Emily Cormier | Amalie Link | Kaitlyn Williams |
| Jacqueline Daher | Haley Lord | |
| Logan Dalfiume | De'Shonta Manning |
| Dr. Glenn Anderson | Dr. Emma Gautreaux Miranne | Tracy Porter |
| Dr. Kevin Baer | Theresa Graham | Mary Rhea |
| Shannon Banks | Jessica Griggs | Allison Rivoire |
| Dr. Nektarios Barabutis | Monica Guerriero | Karin Ryan |
| Dr. Ashley Barbo | Cindy Hampton | Dr. Laurel Sampognaro |
| Dr. Jameshia Below | John Herrock | Dr. Johnmesha Sanders |
| Dr. Andrew Bolinger | Dr. Stephen Hill | Katie Scogin |
| Dr. Jessica Brady | Austin Hoggatt | Dr. Girish Shah |
| Jarrod Breithaupt | Dr. Alexis Horace | Jheramy Smith |
| Dr. Karen Briski | Dr. Larry Humble | Jennie Stelly |
| Matthew Brouillette | Dr. Keith Jackson | Dr. Meng Su |
| Aaron Brown | Dr. Tibb Jacobs | Dr. Jun Tan |
| Magnisha Casseus | Dr. Gabrielle Johnson-Stewart | Dr. Jamie Terrell |
| Zelda Clark | Benji Juneau | Dr. Hilary Tice |
| Dr. Michael Cockerham | Joanna Keeling | Dr. Kaitlyn Turner |
| Dr. Jill Comeau | Ngoc Kim | Kim Vereen |
| Shawn Corley | Coty Lee | Dr. Beverly Walker |
| Marilou Correro | Dr. Yong-Yu Liu | Dr. Xiaojun Wang |
| Dr. Gina Craft | Dr. Georgios Matthaiolampakis | Marcia Wells |
| Lauren Cramer | Mikki May | Michelle White |
| Vicki Crist | Dr. Emily McGee | Angel Whittington |
| Dr. Huy Dao | Dr. Victoria Miller | Dr. Michelle Zagar |
| Melissa Dear | Brooke Mize | |
| Dr. Bryan Donald | Dr. Angela Moore | |
| Kaycee Duffey | Eddy Myers | |
| Dr. Kaliyah Dunmore | Earl Neemar | |
| Dr. Khalid El Sayed | Dr. Lance Nickelson | |
| Dr. Jeffery Evans | Rene Oakes | |
| Barbara Fortier | Tamiko Paster |
Phi Lambda Sigma
Cord Color:
Gold and Dark Green
Purpose:
Phi Lambda Sigma, or PLS, is an internationally recognized leadership honor society for pharmacists and pharmacy students. Our members exemplify leadership, professionalism, and excellence through their service and commitment to advancing the pharmacy profession.
Cord Recipients:
| Marley Allred | Benjamin Foret | Carson Rigby |
| Rylan Cale Bawar | Hannah Garrett | Abigail Smith |
| Danielle Camacho | Hailey Hilbun | Kaitlyn Williams |
| Kolby Cook | Samantha McGuffee |
Rho Chi
Cord Color:
Purple and White
Purpose:
The fundamental objective of Rho Chi is the recognition of academic excellence. Members elected to active membership represent the top 20% of their class and have displayed academic excellence, a capacity for achievement in the science and art of pharmacy and the allied sciences, and strength of character, personality, and leadership.
Cord Recipients:
| Kayli Bowman | Jacqueline Daher | Amalie Link |
| Jordan Chenevert | Hailey Doucet | Alexis Deville Stoute |
| Kolby Cook | Hannah Garrett | Olivia Thornton |
| Emily Cormier | Seth Guidry |
| APhA | NCODA | ROADS |
| CARxE | PPA | SCCP |
| CPFI | PALS | SNPhA |
| KE | Pharmacy Council | SRC |
| LSHP | PDC | |
| LIPA | Rx Staff |
American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists
Cord Color:
Teal and white
Purpose:
The American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) is the largest student pharmacy organization in the U.S., committed to advancing the the pharmacy profession and improving patient care. The mission of APhA-ASP is to be the collective voice of student pharmacists, providing opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and community outreach. ASP's goal is to prepare student pharmacists to become effective leaders and advocates for the profession while positively impacting public health.
Cord Recipients:
| Danielle Camacho | Alexis Deville Stoute | Carson Rigby |
| Kolby Cook | Kate Hicks | Holly Santos |
| Emily Cormier | Hannah Garrett |
CARxE Liaisons
Cord Color:
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Samantha McGuffee |
| Danielle Camacho | Chailiah May |
Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International
Cord Color:
Navy Blue and Gold
Purpose:
Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International (CPFI) is a community that brings together pharmacy students who share a common faith. Our mission is to inspire and equip students to integrate their faith into both their personal and professional lives.
Cord Recipients:
| Kayli Bowman | Hailey Hilbun | De'Shonta Manning |
Kappa Epsilon
Cord Color:
Red and White
Purpose:
Kappa Epsilon is a nationally recognized professional pharmacy fraternity that fosters leadership, academic excellence, and community service within the pharmacy profession. The Alpha Epsilon chapter is actively involved on campus and in the community, offering opportunities for student engagement, service, and professional development. As part of our national focus, we support health-related outreach efforts, including advocacy and awareness initiatives tailored to breast and ovarian cancer.
Cord Recipients:
| Alexandra Albin | Logan Dalfiume | Madelyn Miller |
| Marley Allred | Peyton Edwards | Cassidy Moore |
| Emma Armstrong | Hannah Garrett | Courtney Reed |
| Amy Boudreaux | Jessica Hale | Carson Rigby |
| Alissa Burris | Amalie Link | Holly Santos |
| Julie Butler | Haley Lord | Abigail Smith |
| Danielle Camacho | Samantha McGuffee | Olivia Thorton |
| Emily Cormier | Korin Miller |
Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Cord Color:
Sage Green and White
Purpose:
The ULM Chapter of the Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists strives to make students aware of pharmacy practice in health systems; provide information to students about career directions and credentials needed for pharmacy practice in health systems; and encourage membership and participation in the state society and ASHP as a student and upon graduation.
Cord Recipients:
| Amy Boudreaux | Amalie Link | Carson Rigby |
| Danielle Camacho | Samantha McGuffee | Abigail Smith |
| Kolby Cook | Valeria Panyanouvong | Alexis Deville Stoute |
| Hannah Garrett | Jenna Patterson | Kaitlyn Williams |
| Hailey Hilbun |
National Community Pharmacists Association/Louisiana Independent Pharmacies Association
Cord Color:
Blue
Purpose:
The student branch of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and the Louisiana Independent Pharmacies Association (LIPA) is committed to promoting interest in independent pharmacy ownership and entrepreneurship. Our goals include building a strong foundation for the ULM chapter, expanding membership and community involvement, and offering leadership and educational opportunities. We aim to advocate for independent pharmacy while connecting students with speakers and resources that highlight career paths in this field.
Cord Recipients:
| Kayli Bowman | Holly Santos | Taylor Thompson |
National Community Oncology Dispensing Association
Cord Color:
Orange and Blue
Purpose:
The mission of ULM's National Community Oncology Dispensing Association, also known as NCODA, is to provide patient-centered collaborative care in cancer treatment. As a student organization, we strive to improve and expand our fellow students' knowledge of the oncology world early in their academic careers. Our organization's focus is to educate, empower, and connect the next generation of oncology leaders through meaningful opportunities in clinical education, research, leadership, and community outreach. For our community outreach project, we help educate and register potential donors to the National Marrow Donor Program registry. We are honored to present our members with a cord to recognize their contribution to our growing organization.
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Kate Hicks | Holly Santos |
| Marley Allred | Samantha McGuffee | Abigail Smith |
| Danielle Camacho | Valeria Panyanouvong |
Pediatric Pharmacy Association
Cord Color:
Green with Gold Charm
Purpose:
Provides pediatric pharmacy information and networking opportunities to members, promote the specialty of pediatrics, promote safe medication use in children, educate the community on safe medication storage, provide health education to children and their families in the community, serve the children and their families of the community.
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Samantha McGuffee |
| Danielle Camacho | Carson Ribgy |
| Hailey Hilbun |
Pharmacy Alumni Liaisons
Cord Color:
Light Pink and White
Purpose:
The Pharmacy Alumni Liaisons (PALs) are a group of students that serve as representatives of the ULM College of Pharmacy. We are the first face you see and the first smile you get when you come to an event at, or hosted by, the College of Pharmacy. We give tours to prospective students of all ages, host alumni events, and make sure the community knows that the ULM COP is a great place to be.
Cord Recipients:
| Marley Allred | Garrett Deshotel | Carson Rigby |
| Rylan Cale Bawar | Benjamin Foret | Alexis Deville Stoute |
| Kaylie Bowman | Sara Joubert | |
| Kolby Cook | Samantha McGuffee |
Pharmacy Council
Cord Color:
Gold
Purpose:
Pharmacy Council serves as the central governing body that amplifies student voices through elected class representatives ensuring their concerns and ideas are heard. It additionally fosters collaboration and unity among the 16 diverse pharmacy organizations on campus to promote a cohesive professional community.
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Hannah Garrett | Jenna Patterson |
| Marley Allred | Seth Guidry | Carson Rigby |
| Jordan Chenevert | Kate Hicks | Abigail Smith |
| Kolby Cook | Hailey Hilbun | Alexis Deville Stoute |
| Emily Cormier | Sara Joubert | Olivia Thornton |
| Garrett Deshotel | John Kaizer Lamm | Kaitlyn Williams |
| Peyton Edwards | DeShonta Manning |
Phi Delta Chi
Cord Color:
Maroon and Gold Medal
Purpose:
Phi Delta Chi is a professional pharmacy fraternity, whose mission is to provide a lifelong home for pharmacy professionals inspiring brotherhood, leadership, service, and scholarship. The motto of our fraternity is a Latin phrase meaning "Each needs the help of the other". Those you see wearing this Phi Delta Chi medal have united in brotherhood during their time in pharmacy school, pushing one another to the finish line that is today, and will continue to push one another towards continued excellence in all their pursuits.
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Seth Guidry | Lisa Lee |
| Rylan Cale Bawar | Brady Hebert | Taylor Thompson |
| Jackson Branch | Grant Johnson | |
| Garrett Deshotel | John Kaizer Lamm |
Rx Staff
Cord Color:
Orange
Purpose:
Rx Staff is a two-year commitment in which P2s and P3s assist during orientation and boot camp week for incoming students. Rx staff members are the friendly faces that P1s can contact as they navigate the transition to pharmacy school during their first year.
Cord Recipients:
| Marley Allred | Hannah Garrett | Carson Rigby |
| Camden Clark | Sara Joubert | Abigail Smith |
| Peyton Edwards | John Kaizer Lamm | Taylor Thompson |
| Benjamin Foret |
Redefining Occupations after Doctor of Pharmacy School
Cord Color:
Black and Gold
Purpose:
ULM College of Pharmacy R.O.A.D.S. Organization is an acronym for Redefining Occupations After Doctor of Pharmacy School. The purpose of this organization is to allow its members and colleagues to redefine the definition of the field of pharmacy through advocacy, recruitment and outreach, serving those who are underserved. This organization was founded by a member of the 2025 graduating class, Joshua Morehead.
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Kayli Bowman | Chailiah May |
Student College of Clinical Pharmacy
Cord Color:
Royal Blue and White
Purpose:
The Student College of Clinical Pharmacy is an organization that guides and prepares students to pursue a career as a clinical pharmacist. our organization provides opportunities for students to learn about different clinical careers and the residency process while organizing student-lead, hands-on patient education activities.
Cord Recipients:
| Jordan Chenevert |
Student National Pharmaceutical Association
Cord Color:
Black and White
Purpose:
The Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) is an educational service association of pharmacy students concerned about pharmacy and healthcare-related issues that can affect representation in pharmacy and other health-related professions. The purpose of SNPhA is to plan, organize, coordinate, and execute programs geared toward improving the community's health, educational, and social environment. SNPhA aims to serve the underserved.
Cord Recipients:
| Matthew Alfred, III | Hannah Garrett | Samantha McGuffee |
| Kayli Bowman | Seth Guidry | Valerie Panyanouvong |
| Danielle Camacho | Hailey Hilbun | Taylor Thompson |
| Camden Clark | Chailiah May | Jala Richard |
Student Research Club
Cord Color:
Solid Lilac and Lavender
Purpose:
Student Research Club's purpose is to introduce the vast potential for pharmaceutical research at the ULM College of Pharmacy by providing pathways for student awareness of and involvement in various research opportunities, professional programs and graduate programs. It is open to any pre-pharmacy, pharmacy or graduate students, and the club hopes to entice the future members to explore the ongoing potential of research leading to the future of personalized medication.
Cord Recipients:
| Jordan Chenevert |
Merck and Company Awards for Excellence in the Basic Sciences
Awards presented to three graduating seniors with outstanding achievement in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology, respectively.
The Albert P. Lauve Memorial Award
This award is given in memory of Albert P. Lauve, the "Father of Hospital Pharmacy in the State of Louisiana." Mr. Lauve was Chief Pharmacist at Charity Hospital in New Orleans from 1928 to 1946, and at Mercy Hospital in New Orleans from 1946 until his retirement in 1965. His pioneering efforts in many aspects of hospital pharmacy practice were outstanding. However, his greatest achievement we in the development of formulations and procedures for manufacturing intravenous solutions in the hospital pharmacy. Mr. Lauve was a chart member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and in 1964 was honored by the ASHP with their highest award, the Harvey A.K. Whitney Lecture Award. Mr. Lauve died in January of 1969 at the age of 77. This memorial award is presented to a graduating senior of good moral character with an overall GPA of 2.5 or better, who has made the highest achievement in hospital pharmacy-related courses and who has achieved above average performance in the hospital setting.
Viatris Pharmaceutical Excellence in Pharmacy Award
With this award, Viatris desires to recognize high academic achievement and professional motivation of a graduate in a tangible and professionally meaningful manner. This annual award is presented to a student who has demonstrated superior proficiency in the provision of drug information services, has demonstrated professional motivation, and is pursuing or has been accepted into a post-entry level residency program and is in the top 25% of his/her graduating class.
The American Pharmacists Association Senior Recognition Certificate
An annual award presented to a graduating student member for his/her outstanding contribution to the local Academy of Students of Pharmacy chapter. APhA will nationally recognize all of the honored students through its publication, the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association.
Award of Excellence in Clinical Communication
An annual award presented to a graduating senior in the top 25% of his/her class, and who has demonstrated superior verbal and written clinical communication skills.
USPHSP Excellence in Public Health Pharmacy Award
This award was established to recognize pharmacy students who make significant contributions to public health. This includes advancing the objectives of Healthy People 2020, the National Prevention Strategy, the Surgeon General's initiatives, and the pharmacy profession.
The Natural Medicine Comprehensive Database Recognition Award
An annual award presented to a graduating student who has exhibited some interest and expertise related to natural medicines, including efforts to minimize adverse effects due to inappropriate use, and to encourage an evidence-based approach to natural medicines.
The Joseph Samuel Carso Student Award
This award, in memory of Joseph Samuel Carso, is presented to a graduating pharmacy student of good moral character interested in a career in community pharmacy.
Lauren Savoy Olinde Award
This award is given to a 4th year Pharmacy student who overcame extraordinary challenges during their time in pharmacy school and completed the course of study with dignity and perseverance to earn their Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Phi Lambda Sigma "Chapter Member of the Year Award"
This "Chapter Member of the Year" award is available to one member from each chapter on an annual basis. This individual is chosen by his/her respective chapter based on contributions to pharmacy leadership and to the society.
NCPA Outstanding Student Award
The National Community Pharmacists Association is a national pharmacy association representing the professional and proprietary interests of independent community pharmacists across the country. NCPA is dedicated to the continuing growth and prosperity of independent community pharmacy as well as training students for careers in independent pharmacy.
LSHP Outgoing President Award
This award is presented on behalf of he American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the Pharmacy Student forum. ULM's College of Pharmacy is officially recognized by the Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
Louisiana Pharmacist Association Sr. Recognition
This award is given to 4th year Pharmacy students who have demonstrated genuine concern for pharmacy in the state of Louisiana.
Highest GPA
This award is given to a 4th year Pharmacy student who has the highest GPA in his/her graduating class.
Outstanding Graduate Student Award
This award is presented to the top Ph.D. graduate each academic year to acknowledge outstanding character, and exceptional academic and research accomplishments during his/her doctoral training in Pharmacy.

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