Expand the vision of pharmacy.
Students in the School of Pharmacy have many chances to add a global perspective to their curriculum. Students with global health education are adept at meeting the culturally specific health beliefs and needs of our diverse populations at home and abroad. That experience makes them in demand anywhere from large hospitals that deal with diverse populations to government agencies and non-government organizations (NGOs).
Here, learn about different health beliefs, broaden the vision of pharmacy practice, and make sustainable connections. Practice cultural humility with an appreciation for diversity and cultures, cultural immersion, active listening, and bias self-identification.
Global Health
Find an international learning opportunity for you.
We have learning opportunities for both Doctor of Pharmacy and Pharmacology and Toxicology students that match a wide range of interests and learning needs.
Global Heatlh Classes and Summer Field Courses
Doctor of Pharmacy and Pharmacology & Toxicology students can take special summer field courses offered through the UW–Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Office of Global Health.
PharmD Service Learning Opportunities
Our second-year (DPH-2) PharmD international service learning trips let you explore different cultures while putting your pharmacy training to work.
International Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE)
Fourth-year (DPH-4) Doctor of Pharmacy students can complete an APPE clerkship in one of seven countries. Each one offers unique benefits and encourages students to broaden their outlook and work with diverse cultures and populations. Explore our many exciting global health opportunities below.
Note: International APPEs are subject to change based on availability.
Belize
Work alongside healthcare students and volunteer healthcare professionals to provide primary care in a rural community clinic.
China
Choose either an exciting opportunity for students interested in Quality Improvement methodology and implementation or work in a rotation split between a large hospital and a private long-term care pharmacy.
Oman
Join a large acute care hospital and be a part of an interdisciplinary team, as well as participate in research projects.
South Africa
Choose either an experience shaping pharmacy curriculum and contributing to pharmacy teaching in an academic setting or get experience educating patients and families on safe and proper medication use.
Thailand
Participate in daily rounds, complete a personal project, or conduct pharmacoeconomic analysis in a large university hospital.
I think studying abroad creates a unique opportunity for pharmacy students to set themselves apart from the rest. Studying abroad requires students to work and perform in new settings on a daily basis, problem solve, and broaden their life vision.
– Tom Thielke
Associate Director, Office of Global Health
Personal and professional growth at every step.
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First Year
- Experience working on an inter-professional team through a faculty led public health experiences through the Office of Global Health (OGH)
- Consider applying for the Masters of Public Health dual degree or the Global Health Certificate through SMPH
- Join the Student Pharmacists in Global Health group
Second Year
- Participate in a faculty led Pharmacy Internship in Guatemala and Belize
- Explore Wisconsin’s rural public health system through Area Health Education Centers (AHEC)
- Join the Student Pharmacists in Global Health group
Third Year
- Start exploring international Advanced Practice Pharmacy Experience (APPE) opportunities by attending the colloquiums
- Join the Student Pharmacists in Global Health group
Fourth Year
- Participate in an Independent International APPE rotation in a wide variety of settings.
- Join the Student Pharmacists in Global Health group
Local Public Health Options
- Student Pharmacists in Global Health group
- Wisconsin Society of Pharmacy Students (WSPS)
- Operations Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy
- MEDiC
