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Ofosu-Amaah, who recently graduated from RFU with his PharmD degree, is pursuing an MBA from William & Mary in hopes of one day opening a pharmaceutical company that focuses on addressing unmet medical needs in underserved communities in Ghana, his home country.

A chemistry major at Lake Forest College, Ofosu-Amaah received research training and mentorship in RFU’s microbiology and immunology labs during his time at the College. He chose to attend pharmacy school to combine his passion for chemistry with the ability to make a difference in people’s lives. 

“I wanted to go deeper than simply treating symptoms,” Ofosu-Amaah explained. “Pharmacy appealed to me because it’s where science, patient care, and innovation collide. I could ensure patients receive the right treatments, advocate for their safety, and be a bridge between doctors and patients.” 

While at RFU, Ofosu-Amaah participated in a six-week internship at Helix 51, RFU's biomedical incubator. He worked on several initiatives that increased the program’s visibility and engagement, allowing him to combine creative marketing, strategic partnerships, and event facilitation to advance the biotech ecosystem. This work motivated him to pursue an MBA. 

“In today’s healthcare landscape, clinical expertise alone isn’t enough,” Ofosu-Amaah said. “I want to be a leader who understands both the science of pharmacy and the intricacies of business, allowing me to influence not just individual patient outcomes, but entire healthcare systems.” 

When reflecting on the path that brought him to where he is today, Ofosu-Amaah credits Lake Forest College with preparing him to find success across industries and pursue his passions.

“Lake Forest College gave me the tools to think broadly and deeply, my PharmD sharpened my clinical skills, and now with my MBA, I’m honing the business acumen needed to make that vision a reality,” Ofosu-Amaah said. “I’m excited for the future, and I’m ready to make an impact.” 

Fist, who is currently studying for a physician assistant degree at RFU, was surprised with a $25,000 scholarship by Chick-fil-A, where he had worked since his sophomore year of high school. The CEO of Chick-fil-A, Inc., Andrew T. Cathy, presented the check himself. Fist is one of 14 company employees across the US and Canada to receive a True Inspiration Scholarship. 

“I was and still am extremely grateful that I was selected as a recipient.,” Fist said. “This scholarship has allowed me to focus on my academics rather than the financial burden of my education. It is a huge weight off my shoulders.” 

A biology major at the College, Fist was part of the Health Professions Program and the Dual Degrees Pathway Program, both of which are run in close coordination with RFU faculty. He debated between several career paths in the healthcare field and ultimately decided on RFU’s physician assistant program. 

“Ever since high school, I knew I wanted to work in the medical field,” Fist said. “It wasn’t until I attended a seminar at the College with a practicing PA through the Health Professions Program that I realized everything I wanted to do in the medical field seemed to be included in the physician assistant career path.”  

While he remains open-minded about the specialty he aims to work within, Fist is passionate about pediatrics. After witnessing some children do not enjoy their appointments, he hopes to make a child’s first experience at the doctor’s office a positive one. 

“When I enter the field as a PA, I want to bring kindness, accessibility, and relatability to healthcare to improve how children and parents view doctor’s appointments and make them seem a little bit less scary,” Fist said.