Katie Farris of Boaz was accepted into pharmacy school at Samford
University and will begin taking classes in this field in August.
“I’m very excited to start classes. I can’t wait to be in
Birmingham and be surrounded by driven students like myself. I’m also very
excited because this is essentially the beginning of my career,” Ms. Farris
said.
Ms. Farris’ decision to pursue pharmacy as a career was due
in large part to her parents. “I wanted to be in the medical field and be able
to help people. Both of my parents are nurses, and their careers influenced my
decision to go medical. However, I’m not one for blood and guts!”
Prior to enrolling at Snead, she graduated from the Alabama
School of Mathematics and Science in Mobile. She is set to graduate from Snead
this spring.
“Snead has been very helpful in preparing me for further
education. I have had the greatest teachers who are always there for any kind
of help. Every teacher I have had has been personally invested in my success. I
do not think I would be successful without their help and support. That (slogan)
‘small enough to know your name, large enough to shape your future’ is no
joke,” Ms. Farris said.
“I’d like to thank (Biology/Chemistry Instructor) Dr.
(Susie) Humphries and all of the TRiO staff for their help and support. They
are the best!”
Once she completes her pharmacy degree, she will have to
decide in which field of pharmacy she would like to work, but she already knows
she will return home to work and serve her community.
“I am very excited and proud of Katie,” said Dr. Humphries.
“She has worked very hard at Snead, and I know she’ll work even harder at
Samford. Acceptance into the Pharmacy School is very competitive, so this
accomplishment certainly speaks to Katie’s dedication and willingness to pursue
her career goal.”
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