WSU Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

09/04/2026

This week’s Friday Faces of Applebaum spotlight features Sarah, a proud Wayne State pharmacy alum whose journey into healthcare was shaped by family legacy, curiosity, and a passion for serving others.

During her time at Wayne State, Sarah developed the foundation for a career dedicated to patient care and professional leadership. A memorable experience attending a local pharmacists association meeting as a student sparked a passion for advocacy that would ultimately lead her to become the 140th President of the Michigan Pharmacists Association.

Among her many accomplishments, Sarah is especially proud of helping build a pharmacy from the ground up and creating opportunities for future pharmacists through mentorship and leadership.

Today, Sarah continues to make Wayne State proud through her service, leadership, and commitment to strengthening the profession for the next generation.

Learn more about Sarah and her pharmacy journey. https://applebaum.wayne.edu/about/view/sarah-kirk-hill-115050

09/02/2026

What a way to welcome the fall semester! 💚💛

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the WSU Applebaum Fall Welcome event. It was wonderful to see students, faculty and staff come together to reconnect, celebrate our community and kick off a new academic year.

A special thank you to Wayne State University President Richard Bierschbach and Provost Christina Bloebaum for joining us and helping welcome our Warriors to the semester ahead.

Here’s to a great fall at WSU Applebaum!

09/01/2026

Don't forget to stop by for our fall welcome event tomorrow from 10am-12:30pm!

08/31/2026

08/28/2026

This week’s Friday Faces of Applebaum recognizes Kathy Pawlicki, a 1988 graduate of Wayne State University’s Master’s in Hospital Pharmacy program and a leader whose career has spanned hospital systems, national organizations, and healthcare leadership.

After earning her bachelor’s degree and working in a hospital setting, Kathy pursued her graduate education at Wayne State to expand her opportunities in leadership and management, a decision that helped shape an impressive career in pharmacy administration and healthcare strategy.

Today, Kathy serves as Vice President of Business Development & Strategy at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). Throughout her career, she has held leadership roles across hospitals, health systems, and professional organizations, including serving as President of regional and state societies for health-system pharmacy in Michigan and for ASHP to advance the profession.

Kathy credits Wayne State with helping ignite her passion for leadership and opening doors to opportunities that shaped her professional journey. 💚💛

Learn more about Kathy and her journey. https://applebaum.wayne.edu/about/view/kathy-pawlicki-115653

08/26/2026

From physical therapy student to clinician, mentor and leader, Roberto Merucci, DPT ’18, has continued to build on the foundation he developed at Wayne State.

In Episode 07 of “Where Health Happens,” Merucci reflects on his path into physical therapy and his career in outpatient rehabilitation, where he now serves as a clinical director and regional operations mentor at Team Rehabilitation.

He also discusses how physical therapists help patients regain strength, confidence and independence through individualized treatment, supportive relationships and guidance throughout the recovery process.

Hear Merucci’s perspective on patient care, professional growth, mentorship and the Wayne State experience that helped prepare him for his career.

🎧 Listen to “Where Recovery Happens” on YouTube or Spotify. go.wayne.edu/whh-episode-07

08/25/2026

WSU Applebaum researchers are helping tackle an important question in infectious disease treatment.

Wayne State University is participating in a National Institutes of Health-funded study examining the effectiveness of cefazolin in treating serious Staphylococcus aureus infections. The research could help strengthen the evidence clinicians use when making antibiotic treatment decisions for patients with these potentially life-threatening infections.

Learn more: go.wayne.edu/d412ae0

08/24/2026

Welcome back, Warriors! 💚💛

A new semester is here, bringing new opportunities to learn, connect and grow. We’re excited to welcome our students back as they continue preparing for impactful careers in pharmacy and the health sciences.

08/24/2026

Sometimes the best lessons happen outside the classroom.

Students from Wayne State University's Pathologists' Assistant program volunteered at Rebel Dogs Detroit, where they helped care for rescue dogs by walking them, organizing donated supplies, cleaning the shelter grounds, and giving the dogs plenty of attention and affection.

The experience was more than lending a helping hand, it reflected the compassion, teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail our students are developing as future healthcare professionals.

08/21/2026

This week's Friday Faces of Applebaum spotlight shines on Jennifer Gavia, a 2022 Wayne State University occupational therapy graduate who is already making a difference in the lives of children and their families as a pediatric occupational therapist at Emagine Health Services.

Jennifer chose Wayne State for its diverse community and strong connection to Detroit, where she found the support and opportunities to thrive. Just nine months into her career, she was nominated for OT of the Year within her company - a true testament to her passion and dedication to her patients!

https://applebaum.wayne.edu/about/view/jennifer-gavia-114955