Menighan, a Sistersville, West Virginia, native, graduated from West Virginia University School of Pharmacy in 1974 and earned a master’s degree in business from Averett College in 1990. A successful entrepreneur who has developed several pharmacy-related national companies, Menighan’s name is also well-known in Huntington as the founder and 20-year owner of the Medicine Shoppe.
A long-time advocate of a health care system that includes pharmacists as part of the treatment team, Menighan was a top choice for speaker.
“We are so pleased that Tom accepted our invitation for this inaugural graduation. More than four years ago as we looked ahead, I envisioned this first commencement and its significance,” said Kevin W. Yingling, R.Ph., M.D., dean of the School of Pharmacy. “As we prepare for graduation, I can say without hesitation, the school’s impact has been even greater than we first imagined and I couldn’t be more proud of our students, faculty and staff for their amazing contributions to our school, community and state.”
Seventy-six students will graduate with their Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. A dozen class members will move forward with their training in residencies across the nation, while others will go directly into the workforce including positions at retail pharmacies, hospitals and research.
Also during the week of graduation, there are plans for a pre-commencement reception and several other student-related events.
Attendance at the Marshall University School of Pharmacy commencement is by invitation only, but it will be streamed live at https://livestream.com/marshallu.