Why I Chose Regis

I’ve been in your shoes, asking myself the question, “What’s the best fit for me?” But my decision was an easy one. I came to Regis from a large state school and sought out the smaller class sizes. I didn’t want to be just a number.

I have not been disappointed. Here, I’ve found professors who know me, care about my success and support me every step of the way. They bring expertise from a wide variety of fields and have opened my eyes to the many possible career paths I can pursue. Regis’ Jesuit mission has challenged me to become more reflective and service-oriented. And the unique Team-Based Learning curriculum is preparing me with the communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills that I will use every day in my career.

Regis also has connected me with exciting hands-on learning experiences, from running a clinic in Ghana with Project C.U.R.E., to volunteering in local nursing homes, participating at area health fairs, and tutoring children in low-income areas to get to know the populations I will serve as a pharmacist.

I have had the opportunity to work with Regis’ Cultivate Health initiative, which strives to support health and wellness in the neighborhoods surrounding Regis. As part of the project, the University has opened Regis Neighborhood Health, an on-campus clinic that offers pharmacy students yet another option for an experiential rotation. My involvement has included community outreach to better understand and meet the community’s needs when it comes to healthier living.

I hope this booklet and all you learn today at your Interview Day helps you find the best fit, too. I wish you the best in making this important decision.

- Jeannette Bouchard

School of Pharmacy alumna