Sullivan University welcomes first class of pharmacy students

LOUISVILLE, Ky. Sullivan University’s College of Pharmacy welcomes its inaugural class of 74 doctor of pharmacy candidates Friday in a ceremony at Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Hotel, the university announced.

Founding dean Hieu Tran will address the event, along with the university’s chancellor and president. Humana vice president for pharmacy and clinical integration William Fleming will deliver the keynote speech. Walmart Stores is sponsoring the ceremony, which begins at 5 p.m.

“The White Coat Ceremony represents a symbol of responsibility that students will carry throughout their professional life at the service and care for their patients and those in need,” Tran said in a statement.

The class will graduate in 2011.