Open Houses slated for coming months

JOHNSON CITY (Feb. 3, 2022) – East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy is offering several Open House events for prospective students or high school teacher or guidance counselor interested in learning more about the pharmacy profession. The dates are as follows:

Feb. 12, 1-4:30 p.m., RSVP
March 22, 4-6:30 p.m., RSVP
April 30, 1-4:30 p.m., RSVP
May 10 – 4-6:30 p.m., RSVP

The events will include a welcome from Dean Debbie Byrd, an overview of the college’s nationally recognized program, a chance to talk with student pharmacists and faculty, admissions information, and tours of campus.

“We are excited to offer these preview days to give prospective students a chance to learn more about some of the over 30 unique pharmacy career options that they can experience while at Gatton College of Pharmacy,” said Byrd. “With the COVID-19 pandemic still an urgent concern in the Appalachian Highlands and beyond, the world needs pharmacists more than ever before to serve on the frontlines.”

Students who apply for Fall 2022 admission before March 1 can earn up to $9,000 in scholarships, as well as have their application fee waived by emailing pharmacy@etsu.edu to receive a coupon code. The application deadline is May 2, 2022. For anyone wanting to schedule a virtual workshop with pharmacy admissions, or to schedule a separate campus tour, email pharmacy@etsu.edu or call 423-439-6338.