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The leading pharmacy education journal in the US and the official scholarly publication of @aacpharmacy.bsky.social

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AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Sep 18

🧠 Supporting pharmacy students means addressing factors beyond just grades.

In response, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences developed admin mentoring for at-risk students + supplemental assessments for borderline performers.

To learn more: ow.ly/T4Pi50WYSJ8

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Sep 12

🎓 Do undergraduate institutions play a role in PY1 Pharm.D. success?

A review of students in a 4-year Pharm.D. program examined how factors like admission rate, enrollment size, and highest degree offered affected first-year outcomes.

Learn more: ow.ly/XIqX50WW0qa

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Sep 2

📢 Applications are open for AJPE’s Reviewer Mentorship Program (RMP)! This self-paced program pairs mentees with mentors to build skills and strengthen peer review. Applications are due by Sept. 19.

Mentees: ow.ly/F1Zj50WN4A7

Mentors: ow.ly/WIBM50WN4Bh

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Aug 27

The proposed Faculty-Student Care Process (FSCP) adapts the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process to guide faculty in understanding students’ unique circumstances and providing tailored, effective support that meets learners where they are.

Learn more: ow.ly/oRvV50WN37H

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Aug 21

🌟 "Leadership learning does not progress linearly, it is dynamic and requires repeated application of complex skills over a lifetime."

A new AJPE review calls for shifting leadership assessment from an attainment to a growth-focused approach.

Read more: ow.ly/PJ0A50WJwXH

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 21

“As Dr. Brazeau steps down, we express our deepest gratitude for her years of dedication and leadership. Her legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire and guide the journal and its contributors for years to come.”

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 21

“Her willingness to meet with authors to refine their ideas and drafts has been a transformative gift, shaping the careers of countless individuals in our community."

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 21

Beyond her direct effect on the Journal, from increasing the impact factor to managing a daunting backlog, “perhaps one of Dr. Brazeau’s most unique and powerful contributions has been her personal commitment to mentoring authors,” said Lee Vermeulen, AACP EVP & CEO.

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 21

“It’s gratitude, it’s appreciation. Each of us has to find our little place in the pharmacy Academy—perhaps mine (or my ‘piece’ as [AACP President-elect] Robin put it) was to help advance our journal just a little further.”

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 21

“Thank you isn’t even close to what I want to say here,” said Dr. Gayle Brazeau in today’s AJPE Editorial Board meeting, as she prepares to step down from her Editor-in-Chief role after two decades.

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 20

She will engage with associate editors, authors, reviewers & AACP staff to ensure the Journal reflects current trends and meets the needs of its members, while guiding the Journal into its next phase of growth & impact.

🔗 For the full announcement: ow.ly/3cay50WslVy

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Announces Next Editor-In-Chief | AACP

For Immediate ReleaseContact: Maureen Thielemans, 703-739-2330, ext. 1022Arlington, Va. — The American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, AACP’s flagship journal, is proud to announce Dr. Kristin J...

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 20

📢 AJPE is proud to announce Dr. Kristin Janke of University of Minnesota as its next Editor-in-Chief, beginning Jan. 2026.

As editor, Dr. Janke will drive the Journal's strategic vision, explore emerging areas shaping the profession, and champion cutting-edge research in #PharmEd.

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jul 1

📢 Announcing: AJPE is proud to to share the appointment of six new Editorial Board members for the 2025-2026 roster.

We look forward to their contributions in supporting AJPE’s mission to document and elevate #PharmEd in the U.S. and internationally.

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jun 20

🎬Can short-form videos support memorization in #PharmacyEducation?

A new study from @uthsc.bsky.social College of Pharmacy explores how student-created #TikTok videos compare to traditional methods for learning top 300 drug facts.

To learn more: ow.ly/4GNe50WeaMx

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Jun 6

🥼 How is service workload assigned and valued in pharmacy education? A new open access study gathered insights from faculty and administrators nationwide, revealing five key themes.

Learn more: ow.ly/NXn650W5vWg

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · May 30

🤖 Can GPT-4 generate valid multiple-choice questions for pharmacy exams?

A new study explores the potential and limitations of using large language models like GPT-4 to support assessment design in pharmacy education.

Read more: ow.ly/Zi6u50W1MCY

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · May 22

Pharmacy enrollment has declined since 2012, underscoring the need for innovative recruitment strategies.

In response, a targeted campaign at @ndsuofficial.bsky.social used ads, workshops, and info sessions to boost interest.

Learn more about their outreach initiative: ow.ly/9VLZ50VXc2I

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · May 16

A comparison of Pharm.D. cohorts before and after implementing competency-based sessions revealed insights into OSCE performance and student stress at the Ohio State University College of Pharmacy

Read more: ow.ly/kLVe50VU2kn

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · May 2

A recent study explores how threshold concepts shape professional identity formation in pharmacy students. This framework helps educators guide students to "think, act, and feel" like pharmacists, preparing them for the evolving demands of the profession.

Read more: ow.ly/BIpg50VMhOm

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Apr 25

💭 A new study explores the impact of a significant adjustment to a Doctor of Pharmacy program's course structure and reveals compelling findings regarding student mental and physical health.

Learn more here: ow.ly/pTSO50VHP7r

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Apr 15

🧠 Feedback vs. familiarity: A recent study compares the impact of examination feedback with access to historical examination questions on information retention.

Read the findings here: ow.ly/FzQA50VB9uK

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Apr 10

📚 A new analysis of pharmacy education research reveals troubling trends: only 13% of articles report both reliability & validity evidence, with no change in the past decade. This raises concerns about the credibility of research findings.

Read more: ow.ly/YSsl50Vyx3r

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Apr 9

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AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Apr 2

📚 The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) has revised its Pharm.D. Accreditation Standards, cutting 25 down to 7 to better reflect evolving pharmacy practice and align with other healthcare professions.

Learn more about the revision process in the full article: ow.ly/2yqx50Vtu8C

AJPE @theajpe.bsky.social · Mar 26

📢 Calls to action in pharmacy education: Are we seeing real change?

A new scoping review examines the effectiveness of calls to action in key areas like the Pharm.D. curriculum and pharmacists’ scope of practice.

For the full review: ow.ly/j7Fq50VoVf0