The first interaction Edward L. Rogan, PharmD, BCACP, FCPhA, associate professor of pharmacy practice, had with Pacific doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) students was as a preceptor.

Green Brothers Pharmacy in Stockton, where Dr. Rogan worked as a pharmacy manager, was an Advanced Practice Pharmacy Experience site for Pacific PharmD students. The more time he spent with students, the stronger the pull he felt to shift his focus to teaching, and in 2014 he joined the Pacific faculty. This year, he achieved a significant career milestone when he was promoted to full professor, effective September 2025.

“I really enjoy mentoring students and getting them up to that next level of practice, to have the skills to practice at the top of their license,” said Dr. Rogan.

To bring classroom learning to life, he weaves in stories from his time working in an independent pharmacy.

Dr. Rogan is honored to be selected by the Class of 2025 as the Runner-Up Teacher of the Year.

“It is a nice recognition for all the work one does, especially behind the scenes,” he said.

Dr. Rogan serves as a faculty advisor to Pacific’s chapter of the Student Pharmacist Advocacy Coalition (SPAC), which raises awareness about the impact of legislation and public policy on the profession. In addition, he has served as a faculty advisor to the American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists for over a decade. Speaking of the seven officers who oversee all pharmacy committees and student chapters of professional organizations, he said: “It’s fun to watch how they grow and how they learn. They come in and assume these really busy roles and they do a fantastic job. I’m always impressed how they work together as a team.”

In 2024, Dr. Rogan used his sabbatical as an opportunity to immerse himself in the Mexican culture. He spent two months in the southern state of Oaxaca and another three weeks traveling throughout Mexico.

“I did a medical immersion program,” he said. “Every morning, I would do rounds with medical students at a rural clinic and then see patients with a Mexican physician. I observed and learned how they practiced rural health care. In the afternoon, I took Spanish lessons, which helped me get a lot better at Spanish. It also put me back into the position where I was a learner, not a teacher. It was refreshing to be on the other side of the desk. It helped me remember what it was like to be a student again.”

In additional to his deep appreciation of the Mexican culture, Dr. Rogan recognizes a critical need for compassionate, skilled health care providers who are equipped to serve the Spanish-speaking community in California. In response, he teaches the elective Introduction to Spanish for the Pharmacy Professional, which also includes a teaching assistant opportunity for fluent or proficient Spanish speakers.  

Colleagues, students and friends also know Dr. Rogan as a musician. His rock band, Pushers and Thieves, released a new album in January.