American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
@aacpharmacy.bsky.social
Founded in 1900, the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) is the national organization representing pharmacy education in the U.S.
These collaborative sessions strengthen our collective ability to advocate for pharmacists' essential role in healthcare and ensure patients continue to receive the quality care they deserve.
January 16, 2026 at 7:36 PM
These collaborative sessions strengthen our collective ability to advocate for pharmacists' essential role in healthcare and ensure patients continue to receive the quality care they deserve.
JCPP members also took the time to recognize Paul Abramowitz, CEO of @ashpofficial.bsky.social, for his service to the profession, upon announcement of his retirement at the end of January 2026.
January 16, 2026 at 7:36 PM
JCPP members also took the time to recognize Paul Abramowitz, CEO of @ashpofficial.bsky.social, for his service to the profession, upon announcement of his retirement at the end of January 2026.
Discussions covered the Inflation Reduction Act's impact on care delivery, international pricing strategies, emerging direct-to-consumer models, and the evolving role of digital pharmacies in patient care.
January 16, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Discussions covered the Inflation Reduction Act's impact on care delivery, international pricing strategies, emerging direct-to-consumer models, and the evolving role of digital pharmacies in patient care.
🥼🔎🏛️ This Week: AACP joined national pharmacy partners to address critical policy challenges impacting pharmaceutical distribution and pharmacists' services at the January meeting of the Joint Commission of Pharmacy Practitioners (JCPP) in Alexandria, Virginia.
January 16, 2026 at 7:36 PM
🥼🔎🏛️ This Week: AACP joined national pharmacy partners to address critical policy challenges impacting pharmaceutical distribution and pharmacists' services at the January meeting of the Joint Commission of Pharmacy Practitioners (JCPP) in Alexandria, Virginia.
🧵🥼 Today is #NationalPharmacistDay, recognizing pharmacists' vital contributions to their community's health.
For a closer look, we've collected stories, discussions and celebrations from across National Pharmacist Day 2026, including:
For a closer look, we've collected stories, discussions and celebrations from across National Pharmacist Day 2026, including:
January 12, 2026 at 9:40 PM
🧵🥼 Today is #NationalPharmacistDay, recognizing pharmacists' vital contributions to their community's health.
For a closer look, we've collected stories, discussions and celebrations from across National Pharmacist Day 2026, including:
For a closer look, we've collected stories, discussions and celebrations from across National Pharmacist Day 2026, including:
Other candidates elected include:
✅ Kathryn (Kate) J. Smith, Pharm.D. (University of Iowa) for Council of Faculties Representative at Large;
✅ Hoai-An Truong, Pharm.D. (University of Maryland Eastern Shore) for Council of Sections Chair-elect; and more!
For the full list: ow.ly/zMlw50XLxws
✅ Kathryn (Kate) J. Smith, Pharm.D. (University of Iowa) for Council of Faculties Representative at Large;
✅ Hoai-An Truong, Pharm.D. (University of Maryland Eastern Shore) for Council of Sections Chair-elect; and more!
For the full list: ow.ly/zMlw50XLxws
December 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Other candidates elected include:
✅ Kathryn (Kate) J. Smith, Pharm.D. (University of Iowa) for Council of Faculties Representative at Large;
✅ Hoai-An Truong, Pharm.D. (University of Maryland Eastern Shore) for Council of Sections Chair-elect; and more!
For the full list: ow.ly/zMlw50XLxws
✅ Kathryn (Kate) J. Smith, Pharm.D. (University of Iowa) for Council of Faculties Representative at Large;
✅ Hoai-An Truong, Pharm.D. (University of Maryland Eastern Shore) for Council of Sections Chair-elect; and more!
For the full list: ow.ly/zMlw50XLxws
Other candidates elected include:
✅ Kathy Giacomini, Ph.D. (UCSF) for Council of Deans Secretary of Knowledge Management;
✅ Jennifer Robinson, Pharm.D (@wsunews.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Representative to the Administrative Board;
✅ Kathy Giacomini, Ph.D. (UCSF) for Council of Deans Secretary of Knowledge Management;
✅ Jennifer Robinson, Pharm.D (@wsunews.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Representative to the Administrative Board;
December 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Other candidates elected include:
✅ Kathy Giacomini, Ph.D. (UCSF) for Council of Deans Secretary of Knowledge Management;
✅ Jennifer Robinson, Pharm.D (@wsunews.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Representative to the Administrative Board;
✅ Kathy Giacomini, Ph.D. (UCSF) for Council of Deans Secretary of Knowledge Management;
✅ Jennifer Robinson, Pharm.D (@wsunews.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Representative to the Administrative Board;
📢🗳️ Congratulations to AACP's 2025 election winners, incl.:
✅ Dr. Pamela Heaton (University of Toledo) for President-elect;
✅ Dr. Jeremy Hughes (@uwpharmacy.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Chair-elect; and
✅ Dr. Michael Gonyeau (@northeasternu.bsky.social) for Council of Faculties Chair-elect.
✅ Dr. Pamela Heaton (University of Toledo) for President-elect;
✅ Dr. Jeremy Hughes (@uwpharmacy.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Chair-elect; and
✅ Dr. Michael Gonyeau (@northeasternu.bsky.social) for Council of Faculties Chair-elect.
December 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
📢🗳️ Congratulations to AACP's 2025 election winners, incl.:
✅ Dr. Pamela Heaton (University of Toledo) for President-elect;
✅ Dr. Jeremy Hughes (@uwpharmacy.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Chair-elect; and
✅ Dr. Michael Gonyeau (@northeasternu.bsky.social) for Council of Faculties Chair-elect.
✅ Dr. Pamela Heaton (University of Toledo) for President-elect;
✅ Dr. Jeremy Hughes (@uwpharmacy.bsky.social) for Council of Deans Chair-elect; and
✅ Dr. Michael Gonyeau (@northeasternu.bsky.social) for Council of Faculties Chair-elect.
⏳Time is running out on savings for #Interim26, Conversations That Matter!
Register by 12/19 to lock in your best value for engaging w/ peers & thought leaders on critical issues shaping #pharmacyeducation — all set against the vibrant backdrop of San Juan, P.R., 2/14-17.
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Register by 12/19 to lock in your best value for engaging w/ peers & thought leaders on critical issues shaping #pharmacyeducation — all set against the vibrant backdrop of San Juan, P.R., 2/14-17.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
⏳Time is running out on savings for #Interim26, Conversations That Matter!
Register by 12/19 to lock in your best value for engaging w/ peers & thought leaders on critical issues shaping #pharmacyeducation — all set against the vibrant backdrop of San Juan, P.R., 2/14-17.
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Register by 12/19 to lock in your best value for engaging w/ peers & thought leaders on critical issues shaping #pharmacyeducation — all set against the vibrant backdrop of San Juan, P.R., 2/14-17.
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Their appointment reflects their ongoing commitment to strengthening and advancing excellence in pharmacy education. They will begin their service on the Board of Directors beginning July 1, 2026.
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To learn more, visit: ow.ly/otQo50XKjxZ
December 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Their appointment reflects their ongoing commitment to strengthening and advancing excellence in pharmacy education. They will begin their service on the Board of Directors beginning July 1, 2026.
To learn more, visit: ow.ly/otQo50XKjxZ
To learn more, visit: ow.ly/otQo50XKjxZ
🥼 Congratulations to Dr. Kim Croley, Dr. Robert DiCenzo (Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences), and Dr. John Clay Kirtley on their appointment to the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Board of Directors.
December 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM
🥼 Congratulations to Dr. Kim Croley, Dr. Robert DiCenzo (Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences), and Dr. John Clay Kirtley on their appointment to the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Board of Directors.
"AACP deeply appreciates Walmart's ongoing dedication to advancing pharmacy education and supporting community pharmacy practice," said AACP Executive Vice President and CEO Lee Vermeulen, B.S.Pharm., M.S., FCCP, FFIP. (3/4)
December 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
"AACP deeply appreciates Walmart's ongoing dedication to advancing pharmacy education and supporting community pharmacy practice," said AACP Executive Vice President and CEO Lee Vermeulen, B.S.Pharm., M.S., FCCP, FFIP. (3/4)
The scholarship grants $5,000 each toward the recipients' pursuit of a Pharm.D. degree, in recognition of their leadership, academic success, and commitment to serving rural or medically underserved patient populations upon graduation. (2/4)
December 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
The scholarship grants $5,000 each toward the recipients' pursuit of a Pharm.D. degree, in recognition of their leadership, academic success, and commitment to serving rural or medically underserved patient populations upon graduation. (2/4)
🥼 AACP is proud to announce the 7 outstanding student pharmacists selected to receive the 2025 Walmart Community Pharmacy Scholarship for Pharmacy Students! (1/4)
🔗: ow.ly/Tl7P50XFOLs
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December 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
🥼 AACP is proud to announce the 7 outstanding student pharmacists selected to receive the 2025 Walmart Community Pharmacy Scholarship for Pharmacy Students! (1/4)
🔗: ow.ly/Tl7P50XFOLs
🔗: ow.ly/Tl7P50XFOLs
"AACP deeply appreciates Walmart's ongoing dedication to advancing pharmacy education and supporting community pharmacy practice," said AACP Executive Vice President and CEO Lee Vermeulen, B.S.Pharm., M.S., FCCP, FFIP. (3/4)
December 8, 2025 at 5:04 PM
"AACP deeply appreciates Walmart's ongoing dedication to advancing pharmacy education and supporting community pharmacy practice," said AACP Executive Vice President and CEO Lee Vermeulen, B.S.Pharm., M.S., FCCP, FFIP. (3/4)
The scholarship grants $5,000 each toward the recipients' pursuit of a Pharm.D. degree, in recognition of their leadership, academic success, and commitment to serving rural or medically underserved patient populations upon graduation. (2/4)
December 8, 2025 at 5:04 PM
The scholarship grants $5,000 each toward the recipients' pursuit of a Pharm.D. degree, in recognition of their leadership, academic success, and commitment to serving rural or medically underserved patient populations upon graduation. (2/4)
📈 Newly released data from AACP shows continued growth in pharmacy school interest, marking a second consecutive year of increases in both applicants and applications across PharmCAS schools.
December 2, 2025 at 9:15 PM
📈 Newly released data from AACP shows continued growth in pharmacy school interest, marking a second consecutive year of increases in both applicants and applications across PharmCAS schools.
📝📢 AACP has joined more than 50 leading medical, health and patient advocacy organizations in a statement responding to recent CDC website changes regarding vaccines and autism.
The science is clear: Over 25 years of research confirms #vaccines are not linked to #autism.
The science is clear: Over 25 years of research confirms #vaccines are not linked to #autism.
November 21, 2025 at 10:08 PM
"Hot topic" submission categories for #PharmEd26 include:
🔹 Academic freedom
🔹 Utilizing AI tools in teaching and learning
🔹 Using technology for personalized learning, and
🔹 Programming/development for pharmacy school staff.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
🔹 Academic freedom
🔹 Utilizing AI tools in teaching and learning
🔹 Using technology for personalized learning, and
🔹 Programming/development for pharmacy school staff.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
November 21, 2025 at 6:44 PM
"Hot topic" submission categories for #PharmEd26 include:
🔹 Academic freedom
🔹 Utilizing AI tools in teaching and learning
🔹 Using technology for personalized learning, and
🔹 Programming/development for pharmacy school staff.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
🔹 Academic freedom
🔹 Utilizing AI tools in teaching and learning
🔹 Using technology for personalized learning, and
🔹 Programming/development for pharmacy school staff.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
⏰🗣️ Last Chance: #PharmEd26 session proposals are due Nov. 25!
Submit your ideas for 60- and 30-minute sessions, and interactive workshop and conversation world café sessions by 11:59 p.m. PT this-coming Tuesday.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
Submit your ideas for 60- and 30-minute sessions, and interactive workshop and conversation world café sessions by 11:59 p.m. PT this-coming Tuesday.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
November 21, 2025 at 6:44 PM
⏰🗣️ Last Chance: #PharmEd26 session proposals are due Nov. 25!
Submit your ideas for 60- and 30-minute sessions, and interactive workshop and conversation world café sessions by 11:59 p.m. PT this-coming Tuesday.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
Submit your ideas for 60- and 30-minute sessions, and interactive workshop and conversation world café sessions by 11:59 p.m. PT this-coming Tuesday.
For details: ow.ly/yO4v50XvPtO
What role does entrepreneurship play in #pharmacy?
Join Jeff Jellin, former CEO of TRC Healthcare & founder of Pharmacist's Letter, for an inspiring conversation exploring his own career journey, emerging opportunities & the skills needed to thrive.
📅: Dec. 4
🕑: 2pm ET
🔗: ow.ly/Y5Aw50XuUXj
Join Jeff Jellin, former CEO of TRC Healthcare & founder of Pharmacist's Letter, for an inspiring conversation exploring his own career journey, emerging opportunities & the skills needed to thrive.
📅: Dec. 4
🕑: 2pm ET
🔗: ow.ly/Y5Aw50XuUXj
November 21, 2025 at 1:42 PM
What role does entrepreneurship play in #pharmacy?
Join Jeff Jellin, former CEO of TRC Healthcare & founder of Pharmacist's Letter, for an inspiring conversation exploring his own career journey, emerging opportunities & the skills needed to thrive.
📅: Dec. 4
🕑: 2pm ET
🔗: ow.ly/Y5Aw50XuUXj
Join Jeff Jellin, former CEO of TRC Healthcare & founder of Pharmacist's Letter, for an inspiring conversation exploring his own career journey, emerging opportunities & the skills needed to thrive.
📅: Dec. 4
🕑: 2pm ET
🔗: ow.ly/Y5Aw50XuUXj
From @uicpharmacy.bsky.social:
"These fairs remind us that #pharmacy is about connection, meeting people where they are and helping them stay well in their own communities."
- Dr. Heidi Olson, Director of Rural Pharmacy Education Program, UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy.
"These fairs remind us that #pharmacy is about connection, meeting people where they are and helping them stay well in their own communities."
- Dr. Heidi Olson, Director of Rural Pharmacy Education Program, UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy.
November 21, 2025 at 1:59 AM
From @uicpharmacy.bsky.social:
"These fairs remind us that #pharmacy is about connection, meeting people where they are and helping them stay well in their own communities."
- Dr. Heidi Olson, Director of Rural Pharmacy Education Program, UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy.
"These fairs remind us that #pharmacy is about connection, meeting people where they are and helping them stay well in their own communities."
- Dr. Heidi Olson, Director of Rural Pharmacy Education Program, UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy.
From @ohionorthern.bsky.social:
"I feel better prepared to care for [rural patients] because my education and personal experiences have strengthened my ability to communicate effectively and deliver patient-centered care, even in settings with limited resources."
- Parker George, P4 student.
"I feel better prepared to care for [rural patients] because my education and personal experiences have strengthened my ability to communicate effectively and deliver patient-centered care, even in settings with limited resources."
- Parker George, P4 student.
November 21, 2025 at 1:59 AM
From @ohionorthern.bsky.social:
"I feel better prepared to care for [rural patients] because my education and personal experiences have strengthened my ability to communicate effectively and deliver patient-centered care, even in settings with limited resources."
- Parker George, P4 student.
"I feel better prepared to care for [rural patients] because my education and personal experiences have strengthened my ability to communicate effectively and deliver patient-centered care, even in settings with limited resources."
- Parker George, P4 student.
From ETSU:
"It was nice to see [students] consider & operationalize medication storage solutions for temperature, but also for safety, such as keeping medications out of reach of children and secure from animals."
- Dr. Emily Flores, assoc. prof., pharm. prac.
For more: bit.ly/ETSURuralHea....
"It was nice to see [students] consider & operationalize medication storage solutions for temperature, but also for safety, such as keeping medications out of reach of children and secure from animals."
- Dr. Emily Flores, assoc. prof., pharm. prac.
For more: bit.ly/ETSURuralHea....
November 21, 2025 at 1:59 AM
From ETSU:
"It was nice to see [students] consider & operationalize medication storage solutions for temperature, but also for safety, such as keeping medications out of reach of children and secure from animals."
- Dr. Emily Flores, assoc. prof., pharm. prac.
For more: bit.ly/ETSURuralHea....
"It was nice to see [students] consider & operationalize medication storage solutions for temperature, but also for safety, such as keeping medications out of reach of children and secure from animals."
- Dr. Emily Flores, assoc. prof., pharm. prac.
For more: bit.ly/ETSURuralHea....
From @umontana.bsky.social and Rolonda Slim, Pharm.D. candidate at University of Arizona:
"The Pathway to Pharm.D. program broadened my understanding of how professional pharmacy practices can address health disparities and promote #healthequity in rural and indigenous areas."
"The Pathway to Pharm.D. program broadened my understanding of how professional pharmacy practices can address health disparities and promote #healthequity in rural and indigenous areas."
November 21, 2025 at 1:59 AM
From @umontana.bsky.social and Rolonda Slim, Pharm.D. candidate at University of Arizona:
"The Pathway to Pharm.D. program broadened my understanding of how professional pharmacy practices can address health disparities and promote #healthequity in rural and indigenous areas."
"The Pathway to Pharm.D. program broadened my understanding of how professional pharmacy practices can address health disparities and promote #healthequity in rural and indigenous areas."