Student Success Institute - Agenda

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Day 1

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Please note: All times listed below are in Eastern Daylight Time.

10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Welcome and Overview

Susan Vos, PharmD, FAPhA, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Setting the Stage for Student Success

This session will share examples and perspectives on student success in a lively, storytelling experience. Discover transformative strategies to prioritize student success and thriving for students living in an uncertain world. 

Marlon Fuller, PharmD, Founder of Coolkids.org

Moderator: Heather Petrelli Wende, MA, PhD, University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy

10:45 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.

Defining Student Success: Strategies, Theories, Models

This session will be a presentation on defining student success and will delve into various strategies, theories, and models that may define and measure student success and thriving. 

Heather Petrelli Wende, MA, PhD, University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy

11:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

Mixed Cohort Team Time

Discussion on strategies, models that have worked or can work for the institutions (challenges/success stories).

12:10 p.m.–12:55 p.m.

Meal and Screen Break 

1:00 p.m.–1:55 p.m.

Evidence-Based Practice and Models to Foster Student Success   

This session will be a combination of two 20-minute mini-presentations focused on various models that foster student success. Experts will share firsthand experiences and insights into proven methodologies and theoretical frameworks that enhance academic achievements and promote student success and well-being.

Teresa Renn, Ed.M., Le Moyne College

Jennifer Clutter, MA, West Virginia University  

Moderator: Danielle Stubbs, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy

2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Re-Imagining Data and Analytics: Unlocking Pathways to Success 

This session will be a panel discussion on the use of various models that foster student success. Experts will share firsthand experiences and insights into proven methodologies and theoretical frameworks that enhance academic achievements and promote student success and well-being.  

Kari Franson, PharmD, University of Southern California Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Katherine Kelley, PhD, The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy

Mary Kiersma, PharmD, Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education

Moderator: Chasity Shelton, PharmD, The University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy 

3:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m.

Screen Break 

3:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Home Team Time

Time with your home teams to apply, discuss, and start action planning a roadmap to foster student success.

4:15 p.m.–4:45 p.m.

Facilitated Reflection Time 

Zara Risoldi Cochrane, PharmD, Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy

4:45 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Wrap Up, and Overview of Day 2

Susan Vos, PharmD, FAPhA, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 


Day 2

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Please note: All times listed below are in Eastern Daylight Time.

10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Welcome and Overview

Nidhi Gandhi-Patel, PharmD, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

Student Panel: Sharing Experiences and Perceptions of Student Pharmacists on Success and Thriving 

This session will be a panel discussion where students share firsthand experiences and insights into student success and well-being.

Esther Albuquerque, PharmD Candidate, The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy 

Colin Louderback, Academic Teaching Fellow, The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy

Aleke Loizos, PharmD Candidate, Shenandoah University Bernand J. Dunn School of Pharmacy

Sabrina Rivera, PharmD Candidate, Shenandoah University Bernand J. Dunn School of Pharmacy

Moderator: Krystal L. Ward, PhD, MBA, MA, The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy

11:15 a.m.–11:25 a.m.

Screen Break 

11:25 a.m.–12:25 p.m.

Fostering a Sense of Belonging and Empowering Students for Success

This session will be a panel presentation with two mini-sessions focused on belonging and student success. The session will explore strategies to create an inclusive educational environment that ultimately contributes to student success.  

Kate Newman, PharmD, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy

Nicole Avant, PharmD, BCACP, Owner of Avant Group  

Moderator: James Culhane, PhD, Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy

12:25 p.m.–1:10 p.m.

Mixed Cohort Team Time  

1:10 p.m.–1:55 p.m.

Meal and Screen Break

2:00 p.m.–2:40 p.m.

Virtual Vendor Fair 

Come and interact with vendors featuring technology and tools to drive student and institution success. This will be your chance to see a brief demonstration of their platforms and then ask questions to find out how all of this is being utilized in higher education and in practice. Breakout rooms will be set-up so you can interact with multiple vendors in this engaging format. 

Elissa Brooks, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

2:40 p.m.–3:40 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions 

Presentation 1: Cases in Crisis: How to Navigate Situations in Higher Education

Crises can arise in academia that affect student success. Through applied case discussions, this session delves into the strategies and frameworks essential for crisis management in educational settings. Audience will explore proactive approaches to identify potential crises and support students during challenging times. 

Heather Petrelli Wende, PhD, University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy

Chasity Shelton, PharmD, The University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy 

Moderator: Susan Vos, PharmD, FAPhA, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

Presentation 2: Creating a Culture of Holistic Wellbeing

Fostering a culture of holistic wellbeing is crucial to student success. This session explores strategies that educators and administrators can implement to promote holistic student wellness within academia. The session will discuss practical approaches to creating supportive learning environments and fostering a sense of community and belonging.  

Zoe Ragouzeos, PhD, New York University 

Moderator: Zara Risoldi Cochrane, PharmD, Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy

3:40 p.m.–3:50 p.m.

Screen Break 

3:50 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Home Team Time 

4:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Facilitated Reflection Time 

Wrap-Up, Final Reflections, Q/A and Overview of Day 3

Nidhi Gandhi-Patel, PharmD, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy   


Day 3

Friday, October 4, 2024

Please note: All times listed below are in Eastern Daylight Time.

10:00 a.m.–10:10 a.m.

Welcome and Overview 

Susan Vos, PharmD, FAPhA, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

10:15 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Home Team Time – Prioritize Implementation Ideas  

These sessions will use an interactive method to further discuss and refine the action plan you have developed over the previous 2 days to implement lessons at your institution. 

Kabas Abou Jahjah, PharmD, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. 

Troika Activity (Team of Consultants)  

These sessions will use an interactive method to further discuss and refine the action plan you have developed over the previous 2 days to implement lessons at your institution. 

Kabas Abou Jahjah, PharmD, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 

Home Team Implementation Action Plan 

 Kabas Abou Jahjah, PharmD, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 

12:15 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

Meal and Screen Break

1:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m. 

Closing Keynote and Wrap Up 

Oluwaranti “Ranti” Akiyode, PharmD, Howard University College of Pharmacy

1:45 p.m.-2:30 p.m. 

Virtual Vendor Fair 

Come and interact with vendors featuring Student Success programs/products used in higher education.  Breakout rooms will be set-up so you can interact with multiple vendors in this engaging format.  

Elissa Brooks, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy