More pharmacy schools are considering pass/fail grading systems, hoping to return to the original intention of letter grades: motivation. Shortly after Dr. Gary Pollack arrived at the University of Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and assumed his position as dean, he began discussions with the faculty about how to nurture student success through a new grading system that would emphasize learning concepts over the attainment of letter grades.
Are Grades Failing Students?
Hispanic Representation Reaches New Heights
As the nation’s first Hispanic Center of Excellence in Pharmacy, the Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy is one of several institutions working to diversify recruitment to support this underrepresented population and improve health outcomes for vulnerable communities.
Raising Awareness to End an Epidemic
Opioid use and the spread of illicit fentanyl continue to pose a risk to public health. Pharmacy schools are working to educate students and the public about substance use disorder, reduce stigma and encourage communities to embrace harm-reduction strategies.
AACP Academic Leadership and Education Fellow
AACP offers a 2-year Academic Leadership and Education Fellowship.
The 2023–2025 AACP Academic Leadership and Education fellow will be involved in the creation, implementation, and evaluation of faculty development and education programs for AACP members, conducting educational and practice research/scholarship, and initiatives related to the AACP Transformation Center (ATC). Other responsibilities related to the academic and professional affairs work of AACP will also be a part of the fellow’s scope of work, including being a member of the Academic Affairs Committee and the Professional Affairs Committee. This 2-year fellowship, which begins Monday, July 3, 2023, provides the opportunity to develop academic and practice leadership experience, to gain research and scholarship experience, and to develop knowledge and skills in Association Management. The fellow must be able to work with a team and be motivated and self-directed.
AACP Leadership and Education Fellows*
Miranda Steinkopf, Pharm.D., BCACP, 2021-2023 AACP Leadership and Education Fellow.
Nidhi Gandhi, Pharm.D., 2019–2021 Fellow. Dr. Gandhi is currently the AACP Associate Director of Research Program and Special Initiatives.
Rahul Nohria, Pharm.D., 2015–2017 Fellow. Dr. Nohria is currently Associate Professor at West Coast University School of Pharmacy.
Larisa Odessky, Pharm.D., 2014–2016 Fellow. Dr. Odessky is currently Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland Physician Assistant Program.
*There was no AACP Leadership and Education Fellow from 2017 to 2019.
Recruitment Materials
Pharmacy is Right for Me is a national effort to promote the field of pharmacy and answer the demand for trained pharmacy and health care professionals. Below are materials available to assist colleges and schools of pharmacy in their student recruitment efforts with high school and college students.
Pharm4Me Branded Materials
Brochure
One brochure to be printed front and back at 11" x 17" with French fold, the below PDF file includes bleed. It can be printed at Uprinting.com, the same service used by AACP.
- Printable Brochure (English version)
- Printable Brochure (Spanish version)
- Digital Brochure - English version (Not formatted for printing, best for online recruitment)
- Digital Brochure - Spanish version (Not formatted for printing, best for online recruitment)
Lip Balm
Interested in compounding lip balm at your next recruitment event?
Here's how we do it!
Lip Balm Labels - "Pharmacy is Right for Me" lip balm labels can be printed and applied to filled lip balm tubes. AACP orders label paper from OnlineLabels.com, item #OL1102WS.
Stand Up Banners
Two stand up banners are available for printing at 33.5" x 79", the below PDF files include bleed. They can be printed at Uprinting.com.
Bookmarks
Two bookmarks are available for printing at 2" x 6", the below PDF files include bleed. They can be printed at Uprinting.com, the same service used by AACP.
Pharm4Me Pins
Looking for a fun items to give away at recruitment events? Promote pharmacy education with a Pharmacy Is Right For Me lapel pin. Each set contains 100 metal pins and can be purchased through AACP Connect. Order yours today.
Pharm4Me One Pager
Share all the incredible information regarding the pharmacy profession in a single page PDF document. Great for recruitment fairs! Print off as many as you need.
Positioning and Branding
Pharmacy Positioning and Branding Information
Social Media
Find Pharmacy is Right for Me on social media using @Pharm4Me and #Pharm4Me:
International lnstitutional Members
International institutional membership is intended for international academic institutions located outside of the U.S. who are interested in joining the AACP network.
College Ave Student Loans
AACP has partnered with College Ave Student Loans to provide pharmacy school students with a simple application and a personalized loan experience. Explore College Ave's offerings that include:
- Building a repayment plan that fits your budget,
- An easy online application – instant credit decision,
- No origination or prepayment fees, and
- A monthly College Ave Student Loans scholarship.
Applying with a cosigner may help students qualify for the loan and possibly receive a lower interest rate. Additional information can be found on the AACP Financial Literacy page.
About College Ave Student Loans
College Ave Student Loans is helping students, graduates, and families finance higher education. As a leading fintech lending company, we deliver a simple, clear, and personal college financing experience that reduces stress and empowers students to focus on what matters most: preparing for a bright future.