California Northstate University College of Pharmacy is pleased to announce the nation's first 3+4 PharmD-MD Pathway, beginning Fall of 2026. This innovative pathway reflects our commitment to advancing interdisciplinary education and expanding opportunities for our students. For additional details, please contact us at COPadmissions@cnsu.edu

Jason McDowell, BA

Jason McDowell

Outreach & Admission Advisor

Phone: (916) 686-8799
JMcDowell@cnsu.edu

About

Jason has been in higher education for the last 20 years. Working in admissions, graduate services, outreach, student affairs, and student records. He is currently the Outreach and Admissions Advisor for the College of Pharmacy. He is currently the VP of Education for the Reveilliers Toastmasters Club.

Awards and Accomplishments

  • Staff of the Year 2017
  • Honorary Brother (Phi Delta Chi)
  • Past Area Director (Toastmasters International)
  • VP of Education for the Reveilliers Toastmasters Club

Articles

  • McDowell J, Clark S, Ho T, Khansari P, Kubat G, Porter-Fraser C, Alajajian R, Yang H, Kreys T, Cusic J, Nauli A, Hassell K, Tran H Plussing the Interview Day: Using Disney and Disneyland Concepts to Enhance Applicant Experiences in a Team-Based Learning-Focused Professional Pharmacy Program
  • Kreys T, Nam V, Elkeeb R, Satow B, Atef E, McDowell J, Clark S, Supplemental Instruction (SI) adapted to a PharmD Program: A Collaborate Approach
  • Vinall R, Khansari P, McDowell J, Reid L, Kreys E, Impact of Completion of a Pre-Pharmacy Biochemistry Course and Competency Level in Pre-Pharmacy Courses on Pharmacy Student Performance

Posters

  • McDowell J, Pauli M, Le J, Bakkie K, Nguyen J, Tran D, Khansari P, Clark S, Tran H, CNUCOP Student Leadership: Empowering Students for Peer Leadership
  • McDowell J, Clark S, Ho T, Khansari P, Kubat G, Porter-Fraser C, Alajajian R, Yang H, Kreys T, Cusic J, Nauli A, Hassell K, Tran H Plussing the Interview Day: Using Disney and Disneyland Concepts to Enhance Applicant Experiences in a Team-Based Learning-Focused Professional Pharmacy Program
By partnering with PioneerRx Pharmacy Software, our program allows students to learn in a real-world environment using the most installed software for independent pharmacies. Students enhance their clinical and functional skills by training in a pharmacy system that is innovative, robust, and feature-rich.