Pam Voulalas ’24—From molecular neuropharmacologist to classical music composer
As a high school student, Pam Voulalas ’24 was an aspiring clarinetist, determined to major in music and secure a position in a major symphony orchestra. But, on learning how infrequently symphony positions become available, she put down her clarinet. For 37 years. Instead, she embarked on a career in the sciences, earning a Ph.D. and joining the faculty at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Now, decades later, she returned to school, and graduates this week with a B.A. in music from UMBC. Q: What was your career path in the sciences? A: My Ph.D. studies were focused… Continue Reading Pam Voulalas ’24—From molecular neuropharmacologist to classical music composer