Message from the Dean

Catherine Yang, Ph.D. MD (h.c.) [BIO]
Dean of the College of Graduate Studies

Welcome to the California Northstate University (CNU). I am delighted that you are interested in pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences from our institution. I warmly welcome you to join us in making scientific breakthroughs that impact human health.

Our Ph.D. program, in close proximity with the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, Clinical Psychology, Dental Medicine, and Health Sciences, provides a unique opportunity to obtain cutting-edge research/knowledge in the interdisciplinary fields of pharmaceutical sciences.

All of us in the Ph.D. Program look forward to receiving you into the CNU family – a dynamic learning community. Our fully dedicated faculty and staff strive to help every student to explore your individual career path. We are committed to bringing your passion for science out of you during your academic journey. Also, I hope to personally meet you at a future Meet the Dean hour.

I sincerely extend my very best wishes to you as you embark on this exciting chapter in your life.