02/17/2026
We are incredibly proud to highlight Lia and Abigail, who represented Wingate University School of Pharmacy at a competitive healthcare data analytics event this year.
Out of 60 students from 26 pharmacy schools across 17 states, Wingate earned the Top Performer position among the 13 North Carolina competitors—outperforming larger institutions and showcasing the excellence of our program.
Rather than a traditional poster session, this competition challenged teams to analyze real-world healthcare data and develop a quality improvement dashboard. Lia and Abigail focused on early management of severe sepsis at Sparx Hospital, using 2025 admission data to evaluate key performance indicators related to timely IV fluids and antibiotic administration. Their work translated complex clinical data into actionable insights for clinical leadership, highlighting opportunities to improve patient outcomes through earlier intervention and protocol optimization.
This accomplishment reflects the strong reputation Wingate continues to build and the outstanding work of our students. Way to go, Lia and Abigail!