Sam King knew he wanted to study pharmacy—that was a given. What he didn’t know was the way the Purdue University College of Pharmacy would ignite his passion for research and shape his future plans.

Instead of taking the PharmD route, Sam decided to pursue a pharmaceutical sciences degree – a degree that prepares students to work in research environments within the areas of drug discovery, development, and commercialization.

Sam has taken advantage of a plethora of opportunities to advance his skills through research-based summer internships across the country and has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health for his work—a rare feat for an undergraduate. In this episode, he highlights his experiences and the ways Purdue Pharmacy is helping him prepare for his next giant leap.

Tune in to hear how Sam King is Living the Pharm Life.