The PLS Pill: Mastering the Art of Interviewing: Tips and Tricks for Success

Authored by Angel-Rose Weber, PharmD, BS of the Member Engagement & Communication Committees. Dr. Weber is a PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident at Albany Medical Center and alum of University of Saint Joseph School of Pharmacy Interviews can be nerve-wracking experiences, but with the right preparation and mindset, you can turn them into opportunities to showcase your […]

The PLS Pill: Don’t Stop Me Now: The Big 5 on Resiliency as a PharmD Student

Authored by Class of 2024 PharmD student Julia Fabricio of Epsilon Chapter at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Oftentimes in life, we all undergo challenging transition periods that force us to let go of our sense of familiarity. I am now a fourth year PharmD student, but started a doctoral-level program amidst a global […]

The PLS Pill: The Importance of Self Advocacy

Author: Sammy Daas of the Epsilon Beta chapter at the UNTHSC College of Pharmacy Self-advocacy is one of the most powerful communication techniques we have, but it is also one of the most difficult to master. Being an effective advocate for yourself leads to improved career satisfaction, self-confidence, and mental health, and helps you build […]

The PLS Pill: (Mental) Health is Wealth!

Authored by Faith Lanuzo, PharmD Candidate of the Gamma Zeta Chapter As the month closes out, I wanted to bring awareness to October as the Mental Health Awareness month. It’s that time of the year where we all remember that oh yeahpharmacists and pharmacy students are human, too! Yes, we are all aware of the […]

The PLS Pill: Pharmacy Leadership: The Mentorship Imperative

Authored by Dr. Gloria Cheng, Pharmd, BCPS, BCCCP, APh Mentorship plays an important role in the career development of pharmacy leaders. A mentor is someone who can help you articulate your strengths, achieve your goals, and navigate the unwritten rules of the pharmacy world. Although we all know that mentorship is important, the art of […]

The PLS Pill: The Paradox of Confident Humility

Authored by Erin Ballentine, PharmD, MBA In his writing “Level 5 Leadership: The Triumph of Humility and Fierce Resolve”, Jim Collins describes how Level 5 leaders are what push organizations from “good” to “great”. What is a Level 5 leader? In short, this leader is one that “builds enduring greatness through a paradoxical combination of […]

2023-2024 Leader Academy Participants

We are delighted to formally introduce the participants of the 2023-2024 Phi Lambda Sigma Leader Academy. This exceptional group of leaders brings with them a wealth of promise, and we are eagerly anticipating the remarkable growth and achievements that will transpire as a result of their participation in the Leader Academy. For more information regarding […]

The PLS Pill: AI – Friend or Foe?

The PLS Pill: AI – Friend or Foe? Written by: International Affairs Committee Vice-Chair Emi Radetich, PharmD, PGY1 Resident at University of Utah Hospital and Clinics It’s been all the rage… Whether you are a fan of Black Mirror or a humble viewer of recent news, you have probably heard of this buzzword: artificial intelligence, […]

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