b'www.MARSHALL.EDU/FOUNDATIONStudent SpotlightAs a single dad and out-of-state student, I find myself incongregate there and study. need of every dollar I can get. Receiving scholarships notRicky is hopeful that the new only relieves some of the financial burden I experience, butStephen J. Kopp Hall, which also makes me feel as though Im being recognized for myopens this fall, will provide a efforts and makes me want to push even harder to achievericher learning experience. my goals, said Ricky Moore, who begins his second yearPersonally, he is hoping for of pharmacy school this fall.nice simulation areas and study spaces. His hope for The Louisa, Kentucky, native is currently an intern in thethe university as a whole is inpatient pharmacy at Kings Daughters Medical Center incontinued growth.Ashland, Kentucky, and anticipates graduating in 2022. Upon graduation, Ricky intends to remain in the area to giveI would like to back as a community pharmacist, something he has always been interested in because it is an ever-changing field withsee Marshall continue to expand. I feel like frequent improvements and advancements. there are a lot of bright, young minds in the Initially interested in Marshall because of the proximityarea and an expansion in curriculum could to his home, which allowed him to continue raising his daughter around family, Ricky was quickly impressed by thekeep them home instead of leaving for other pharmily, the pharmacy family, and the close relationshipsschools. I feel like, in 10 years, Marshall formed among students, faculty and staff. could own several buildings for many Recognizing Dr. Cynthia Jones as his favorite professor,different disciplines. Ricky says he appreciates how she breaks down important concepts and is always smiling. Her compassion, in- Ricky Moore, Class of 2022addition to her willingness to help, makes her stand out to students. Between being a full-time student and a father to his ten-year-The compounding lab, which allows students to examineold daughter, Ricky does not have much free time; however, and apply techniques used to create a variety ofhe does enjoy playing the guitar and is a college sports pharmacological products, has been his favorite part of hisfan. His favorite Marshall memory to date is the white coat program, thus far. He most looks forward to learning howceremony. to help people optimize their quality of life by reviewing medications with patients and developing strategies to helpMy daughter watched me walk across the stage and them attain their goals. Ricky believes the active learningreceive my coat. It is my proudest moment and I hope concept will play a major role in his success.that it serves as an inspiration in her life, he explained, acknowledging the difference donors are making in both of I find the active learning component of Marshalls pharmacytheir lives. program really challenges the students to adapt and learn on the fly. When you encounter a problem in the workplace,Your generous contribution is helping me reach a lifelong these are the kind of skills you need to overcome andgoal; thank you. I hope to be able to follow in your footsteps succeed, he explained.and do the same for another student someday.His favorite place to study in the Robert W. Coon Education Building has been the basement because many students'