Íò²©¹ÙÍø’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy recently implemented the third stage of a 10-year strategy titled, “A Culture of Excellence.” This third-phase strategic plan continues the school’s philosophy of embracing opportunities, challenging assumptions, and cultivating informed risk-taking. Each initiative in the plan relates to university priorities and names specific resources and responsible persons. The following priorities articulate the school’s approach to SURPASS: A Culture of Excellence. Under these seven areas, the school adopted 17 initiatives and 48 key performance indicators.

SURPASS Illustration

Support Academic Distinction

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy distinguishes itself as part of a growing, comprehensive, Christ-centered university with rigorous and relevant undergraduate, graduate, and continuing studies programs that are innovative and led by faculty committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, creativity, and service.

S-1 Increase NAPLEX and MPJE first-time pass rates well above national averages.
S-2 Enhance support of pharmacy students with academic difficulty.
S-3 Explore further opportunities for pharmacy students to personalize their Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

Uphold Student Engagement & Success

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy provides meaningful and creative opportunities for students to actively shape the school and university and their experiences through leadership,
service, social, spiritual, and wellness activities.

U-1 Develop new processes for onboarding first-year pharmacy students.
U-2 Reinvigorate pharmacy student involvement in extracurricular activities.

Revitalize Financial Stewardship and Strength

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy stewards and grows its financial, physical, and technological resources to sustain excellence across the school in service to its mission and vision and that of the university.

R-1 Boost pharmacy student recruitment activities to address the burgeoning shortage of pharmacy graduates.
R-2 Grow pharmacy non-tuition revenue sources.
R-3 Complete the pharmacy Century Circle.

Promote Employee Elevation

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy elevates the professional, economic, and spiritual growth and overall wellness of its employees as essential to reaching the school and university’s full potential.

P-1 Support competitive salaries and benefits for pharmacy faculty and staff.
P-2 Encourage work-life balance and wellness of pharmacy faculty and staff.
P-3 Enrich pharmacy faculty and staff appreciation, growth, and development.

Amplify Faith Formation

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy encourages students and employees to grow in their Christian faith while extending the love of Christ to all.

A-1 Heighten activities related to faith and health.
A-2 Bolster awareness of ways for students to grow spiritually.

Stimulate Community Celebration, Engagement and Support

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy celebrates the different experiences and perspectives students, employees, and alumni bring to the campus community.

STIM-1 Promote greater engagement with pharmacy alumni and other stakeholders.
STIM-2 Celebrate the McWhorter School of Pharmacy’s 100th anniversary.

Sustain Global Engagement

Íò²©¹ÙÍø Pharmacy positively influences the world through education, outreach, and service by preparing students to engage others through academic and cultural exchanges.

SUS-1 Extend pharmacy students’ opportunities to travel abroad.
SUS-2 Broaden pharmacy global connections throughout the world.