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2026 Committee Volunteer Information

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2026 Call for Committee Volunteers 

Now is your chance to enrich your AACP membership experience and significantly impact pharmacy education! Dr. Margarita DiVall, AACP President-elect, calls for volunteers for the 2026–2027 committee cycle. Volunteering for an AACP committee allows you to share your expertise, connect with fellow members, and work alongside colleagues on programs and initiatives to advance the Association's mission and strategic priorities.

The Presidential theme for the 2026-2027 academic year and Standing Committee charges will be: 

Rise Forward and Thrive

Rise Forward: Intentionally shaping our future through innovation, heat-testing new pathways, and boldly transforming pharmacy education from traditional models to resilient frameworks.

Thrive: Moving beyond survival mode to flourishing – building organizational and individual resilience where every member (students, staff, faculty) contributes to and benefits from our collective strength.

Committee Availability and Qualifications  

Please review the 2026–2027 Committee Openings and Criteria document for comprehensive descriptions of committees, their charges, desired qualifications/expertise, and volunteer time commitments. Please be aware that committee participation is limited, and possessing specific expertise or experience relevant to fulfilling committee agendas may also be a qualifying factor. Committee appointments will be determined by President-elect Zavod and AACP staff liaisons based on each committee's specific composition, roles, and charges.

If you're interested in volunteering on an AACP Committee for the 2026–2027 academic year, please submit your request by Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Volunteer for a Committee

 

Background

AACP Committees are organized into the following categories:

  • Standing Committees
  • Special and Advisory Committees
  • Awards Committees
  • Ad hoc Committees and Task Forces

Standing Committees are established in AACP’s Bylaws and are tasked with creating and carrying out action plans directly related to AACP’s strategic priorities and charges of the current President. Special and Advisory Committees contribute to the Association by providing technical expertise or advice in specific areas such as admissions, the Journal, etc. Awards Committees aid in selecting and recommending candidates for the Association’s awards. In addition, Ad hoc Committees and Task Forces may be appointed for very specific tasks and timeframes. 

Each year, the AACP President-elect sets forth goals for the Association and charges for the committees to carry out this work. Committee appointments are made by the AACP President-elect and staff liaisons based on specific composition, roles, and charges.

Questions about each committee's selection process or duties may be directed to Tom Maggio, AACP's Director of Member Programs.

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