News

• WSU Applebaum awards $15,000 in scholarships supporting diversity and inclusion
  May 31, 2022
  Ten students in the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences were awarded scholarships in recognition of their active contributions to diversity and inclusion.
• More than 160 private scholarships awarded to WSU Applebaum students during Donors & Scholars events
  May 27, 2022
  Congratulations to the more than 100 Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences students who earned a total of more than $250,000 in scholarships in 2022, and thank you to the generous donors who support student success.
• Radiation Therapy Technology class holds difficult discussion under sunny skies
  May 25, 2022
  "Although our hope is to cure as many patients as possible, some patients do not survive. We want students to be equipped to handle this when it occurs. I have learned that when you love hard, you grieve hard. The best we can do is support our patients, their families and one another when death occurs."
• GALLERY: Health Sciences Donors & Scholars Luncheon
  May 18, 2022
  On May 18, the WSU Applebaum community gathered to celebrate our 2022 scholarship recipients and thank donors for their generosity.
• Research workshops for Health Care Sciences and Applied Health Sciences faculty are back – RSVP for Wednesday, June 22
  May 13, 2022
  Please join us at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 22, for the first in a series of workshops aimed to take your research to the next level, collaborate with colleagues and share ideas. This first workshop will provide an overview of future programming, a panel discussion from junior and tenured faculty about ongoing research, and breakout rooms to chat about your research opportunities and challenges.
• RTT Prof. Alisa Kagan offers teaching tips in OTL learning series
  April 14, 2022
  WSU Applebaum Radiation Therapy Technology Assistant Clinical Professor Alisa Kagen was featured in the Wayne State Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) Faculty Teaching Highlights series, presented by faculty, for faculty. This series features WSU instructors' reliable and effective teaching strategies that other faculty members can readily implement into their courses.
• Radiation Therapy Technology program publishes e-newsletter
  February 28, 2022
  Members of the alumni community are receiving a compilation of stories, news and photos from the WSU Applebaum Radiation Therapy Technology program in their inboxes this week.
• Hear their stories: Black women in health education leadership
  February 23, 2022
  We asked Black women leaders in the Wayne State Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences to share their experiences building their careers. Watch Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Mary K. Clark, Radiation Therapy Technology Program Director Dr. Jeannetta Greer and Occupational Therapy Program Director Dr. Doreen Head describe their journeys in 10 minutes or less.
• An open book: Radiation Therapy Technology alum Charles M. Washington ’87 shares his journey with today’s students
  February 16, 2022
  The textbook Washington published in 1996, now in its fifth edition, is used by the WSU Applebaum RTT program, as well as other RTT programs across the globe. “Prior to my book, the materials used in radiation therapy courses were piecemeal collections of instruction that had been designed for physicians, nurses and other medical disciplines,” Washington said. “Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy encapsulates our practice and is now considered the definitive work for radiation therapy practitioners by radiation therapy practitioners.”
• Black experiences in health education: RTT alumna Sandra Hayden
  February 10, 2022
  "Having a mentor is one of the best things I suggest for students. My mentor and her mentor are both Black women. They lead me to follow in their footsteps."
• Congratulations, Class of 2021: WSU Applebaum Commencement photos, videos and more
  December 15, 2021
  Detroit's Fox Theatre was Warrior Strong on Tuesday, Dec. 14, when dozens of students from Wayne State's Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences crossed the Commencement stage. Because safety guidelines limited attendance, we invite our entire college community to experience Commencement after the fact through photos, videos and more.
• WSU Applebaum celebrates Employee Recognition Week in Warrior Strong style
  November 17, 2021
  From Nov. 15-19, we are celebrating Wayne State University’s inaugural Employee Recognition Week by shining a light on some of the many who make a Warrior Strong contribution to the university and our college.
• Departmental Honors tracks coming to Radiation Therapy Technology and Clinical Laboratory Science next fall
  November 12, 2021
  “This will not only enhance course content within our specialized accredited programs but expand opportunities for undergraduate research,” said Associate Dean for Health Sciences Peter Frade.
• Veterans Day Q&A with Radiation Therapy Technology student Trever Henderson
  November 11, 2021
  "I feel as if my experience in the military positively affects my career in the health care industry because I have a very high level of attention to detail. I am able to operate under stressful circumstances with ease, I have discipline to listen and follow directions as well!"
• Happy National Radiologic Technology Week to our Radiation Therapy Technology program!
  November 9, 2021
  On November 7-13, we celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week to acknowledge radiation therapists and radiologic technologists and all they do for their patients.
• Radiation Therapy Technology student Mark Sabit featured by Transfer Student Success Center
  October 21, 2021
  Not only did he win recognition with Brianna Zettel in the Undergraduate Student category of WSU Applebaum's 18th annual College Research Day, he became the face of success during National Transfer Student Week.
• WSU Applebaum College Research Day 2021 award winners announced
  October 20, 2021
  On Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences hosted its 18th annual College Research Day live on Zoom. Dr. Arthur Kim of Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital delivered the keynote lecture, "Hepatitis C Virus: From Evolution to Revolution," and participated in a Q&A session ahead of the research awards presentation.
• Where are they now: Update from Radiation Therapy Technology alum Shannon Brown ’21
  October 14, 2021
  In her new position with Cancer Centers of Southwest Oklahoma, Shannon said, “I work alongside some amazing therapists while treating some of the sweetest patients. It's a smaller center, which allows me to get to know my patients and have a better relationship and understanding of what they're going through. I couldn't have asked for a better career or place to work.”
• Where are they now: Update from Radiation Therapy Technology alum Quynh Vu '21
  October 8, 2021
  After rotating through both Henry Ford Health System and Ascension St. John as a student, Quynh was hired by both as a contingent employee prior to graduation.
• Where are they now: Update from Radiation Therapy Technology alum Ivana Juncaj '21
  September 30, 2021
  Ivana said that the most unique aspect of graduating from Wayne State was that she was able to land a job in proton therapy right out of school.
• Conversations With the Dean connects Dr. Brian Cummings with students from each program
  September 17, 2021
  Dean Cummings is kicking off his first semester at WSU Applebaum with a series of casual gatherings to chat with student representatives from each program.
• RTT class highlights cross-cultural understanding as critical to patient care
  September 17, 2021
  "As health care professionals, we encounter a diverse population of patients, and it is part of our professional responsibility to make sure all our patients feel comfortable and respected," Kagen said. "This class showed the importance of respecting and appreciating each other's customs, traditions, religions and uniqueness."
• WATCH: Dean Cummings has a 30-second message for students about staying safe
  September 17, 2021
  In this quick video message, Dr. Brian Cummings urges everyone to remain vigilant about keeping each other – and our families – safe. Complete the Campus Daily Screener each day before coming to campus, and continue to wear your masks.
• Do or do not – there is no try: Dr. Phil Pokorski leads by example
  September 14, 2021
  Pokorski serves as assistant clinical professor on both sides of the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, teaching pathophysiology — the study of how disease or injury affects the body — to PharmD students as well as those studying health sciences. It can be a tough course but WSU Applebaum students appreciate Pokorski, affectionately calling him Yoda because of his tendency to quote the Jedi master.
• RTT students head to the trees to practice teamwork
  August 6, 2021
  Teamwork is a critical aspect of the RTT profession, as it takes a collaborative approach among professionals in various fields to help patients navigate their cancer experience and treatment.