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The CougaRx Nation are the alumni and friends of the WSU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. We are dedicated to expanding ways to stay in touch with the college and mentor the next generation of Cougar pharmacists.

As alumni of the WSU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, you are automatically part of the CougaRx Nation! Attend our college events to network with your fellow Coug pharmacists and get to know student pharmacists. Afterall, Cougs help Cougs.

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Do you love WSU’s PharmD program as much as we do? Help us grow our CougaRx Nation by referring a friend, colleague, student or family member.

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Most students who choose WSU for their pharmacy education say that an alumni or friend referred them.
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WSU Pharmacy swag available through the Professional Pharmacy Student Organization (PPSO) includes stickers, notebooks, beanies, belt packs, sweatpants, t-shirts and more!

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Our Professional Pharmacy Student Organization (PPSO) sells WSU Pharmacy swag including t-shirts, sweatshirts, and more to support registered student organizations at the college.

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Pharmacy alumni gathered in Walla Walla, Washington in 2022.
The college regularly hosts events where the CougaRx Nation to catch up and network.

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We host events all over the country. Check out our events calendar to see when we are in your area!

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We love to hear stories of impact from our Cougar pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences community!

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Student pharmacist Trevor Schultz volunteers at mass vaccine clinic in 2021
During the COVID-19 pandemic, WSU students and alumni administered tens of thousands of the vaccine.
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WSU CPPS Professionals LinkedIn group gives students and alumni exclusive access to positions which have been gathered through the CPPS CougaRx network.

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Access exclusive job opportunities, get professional insight, or connect with alumni and students through the WSU CPPS Professionals LinkedIn group.

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Please note: this group is exclusively for WSU CPPS students and alumni.

Continue Your Education

Engage in lifelong learning and expand your skillset to provide the best possible patient care.

Continuing Pharmacy Education
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The college is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

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1 in 5 student pharmacists are mentored by an alumni.

Become a Mentor

Our alumni-student mentor program, supported by Fred Meyer, creates networking and educational opportunities to help the next generation of Coug pharmacists and scientists develop into outstanding health care professionals. Sign up by emailing pharmacy.gocougs@wsu.edu.

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Become a Preceptor

Preceptors are critical in our mission to educate the next generation of health care providers and scientists. Find out more about how you can become a preceptor by contacting the Office of Experiential Services.

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Student pharmacists pose with their preceptor
Every year, student pharmacists on the international Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) rotation in Ecuador work to set up mobile clinics and try to see as many patients as possible.
The Dean's Advisory Council in October 2025
The Dean’s Advisory Council, October 2025.

Share Your Insight

Dean’s Advisory Council: provides insight and advice on opportunities and challenges facing the pharmacy profession.

CougaRx Nation Committee: advises on events and ways to engage alums

Learn more about how to take part by emailing pharmacy.gocougs@wsu.edu.

New Graduates

Enroll in a WSPA New Graduate Membership

In partnership with the Washington State Pharmacy Association (WSPA), all new CougaRx Nation alumni receive a free 1-year new practitioner membership, just click the “New Graduate” link on the membership page to sign up.

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