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Guest speakers in a professional development seminar series
Joseph A Zorek1, Norman L Katz, Nicholas G Popovich
1College of Pharmacy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA. jzorek2@uic.edu
Guest speakers significantly enhanced pharmacy students' professional development, particularly in career planning and responsibility. This study highlights the value of diverse professional insights for student growth.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Professional Development
Background:
- Professional development seminar series are crucial for student growth.
- Guest speakers offer unique insights into professional practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of guest speakers on student development.
- To assess the influence of guest speakers in a professional development seminar series.
Main Methods:
- Over five semesters, 18 guest speakers presented.
- A 28-item survey was administered to 68 students.
- 46 students (68%) completed the survey.
Main Results:
- Guest speakers positively impacted student professional development.
- Notable improvements were observed in career development.
- Enhanced understanding of professional responsibility was reported.
Conclusions:
- Exposure to guest speakers from varied pharmacy careers benefits students.
- Guest speakers positively influence knowledge of career options.
- Guest speakers enhance professional development in pharmacy students.
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