Our Mission, Vision & Goals

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Our Vision

USC Mann School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences will be a global model of excellence by advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in science, education, health care  and policy. 

Our Mission

At USC Mann School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, we advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at the intersection of pharmacy practice, science, education, and policy with the communities we serve.


Our Values

Diversity
We believe excellence can only be achieved by embracing diversity in all its forms.

Equity & Justice
We advocate for equity and justice in the communities where we learn, live, work, and serve.

Inclusion & Belonging
We believe that everyone’s authentic self is an added strength to our community.

Anti-racism/discrimination
We are committed to fighting racism and discrimination.

Collaboration
We believe in the power of working together.

Accountability
We affirm that a commitment to DEI requires accountability.


Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan 2022-2027

Click through above to read our strategic plan and learn how we plan to accomplish each of the following strategic goals:

A Diverse School of Pharmacy 
Equitable Partnerships
Inclusive Teaching and Learning
Equity-informed Research 
Future Leaders in Health Equity
Culture of Belonging 

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USC Mann Office of Organizational Success and Well-being Staff

Melissa Durham, PharmD, MACM
Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy
Associate Dean of Organizational Success and Well-being
USC Mann School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Jeremy Dow, PharmD, MSEdD
Special Advisor for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Programs
Office of Organizational Success and Well-being (OSW)
USC Mann School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
jdow@usc.edu

Julie Mejia
Administrative Assistant II
Office of Organizational Success and Well-being
USC Mann School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
juliemej@usc.edu