An International Capstone Experience for Pharmacy Students

Authors:
  • VVVarun A. Vaidya
    Varun A. Vaidya
  • MHMeghan A. Hufstader
    Meghan A. Hufstader
  • MCMarie A. Chisholm-Burns
    Marie A. Chisholm-Burns
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Abstract
This report describes the experiences of the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy over 20 years with an international capstone educational experience for students. Although the university provides reciprocal opportunities to international students, this report focuses on the experiences of the college’s pharmacy students who have participated in the program. This capstone course is offered as an elective course in the advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) component of the college’s experiential program. Goals of the program and a brief description of its organizational structure are provided. Results of a structured student satisfaction survey and a survey covering the most recent 3 years of the program are presented. This program has greatly broadened participants’ cultural horizons and expanded their global view and understanding of the contributions of pharmacy to health care.