01/16/2026
✨ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT ✨
If you've been in the pharmacy lately, you may have seen a new face around! Nicole Dacus is with us for the next few weeks. Here's a little bit about her!
👉 Hometown: Ankeny, Iowa
👉 Schooling: I am currently attending Drake University pursuing a PharmD/MBA dual degree and will graduate in May.
👉 Future plans: After graduation, I hope to match to a PGY-1 pharmacy residency in the Midwest.
👉 Favorite class: My favorite class was Therapeutics, where I gained in-depth knowledge of disease states, treatment strategies, and medications.
👉 Why you chose to do a rotation at Wagner Drug: Because of its reputation for having an excellent team and providing a valuable learning experience. I was also eager to gain firsthand insight into how an independent pharmacy operates compared to larger chains like Hy-Vee, and to understand the unique challenges and opportunities in independent practice.
👉 Hobbies: I enjoy staying active, playing games or cards, watching movies, and spending quality time with friends and family.
👉 Something you can't live without: Caffeine!