Through hands-on experiences in ambulatory care and active involvement in student organizations, Romafou Bates has grown from a self-described introvert into a recognized leader among his peers. As he prepares to pursue residency training, he remains committed to advancing patient-centered care and building a future where pharmacists play a vital role in health care decision-making.
The University of Houston College of Pharmacy Delta Delta Chapter of the Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity secured its second consecutive — and its eighth since 2015 — Chapter of the Year Award while three of its members were elected to executive positions at the organization’s Southwest Province Spring Assembly March 28 in Houston.
Pharm.D. student Rebeca Pelayo Carvajal is helping close critical language gaps in patient care. Through Spanish-language counseling, leadership across multiple student organizations and a passion for improving outcomes in Hispanic communities, she is using pharmacy as a powerful tool for advocacy, access and impact.