As a pharmacy student, how did you handle the additional stress during the COVID-19 pandemic?

"As a pharmacy student during COVID, I was really thrown into patient care. When the vaccines came out, my school provided opportunities to volunteer at a variety of vaccine sites. I volunteered at the local fairground's vaccine clinic three times and went to two community education events to answer questions about the safety of the vaccine. Additionally, I led my CVS's vaccine efforts and provided my site with leadership to maintain schedules and product inventory. Although overwhelming at first, COVID really gave me a good glimpse into why I'm interested in community pharmacy and reaffirmed my interest in educating my community about health and safety."

Prior to your interview, put some thought into how your experience in pharmacy school was unlike generations before yours. Discuss the coping tools you used to help you handle the additional stress the pandemic put on your shoulders. If you took on any additional responsibilities during the pandemic, be sure to highlight them with your interviewers.