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Stay up-to-date on the latest news about pharmacy education and practice, including essential updates on AACP programs and services, through our numerous print and online communications vehicles.

Recent Updates

Seven appointees will help support the Journal’s peer review, strategic direction and scholarly publishing initiatives.

The American Journal of Pharmaceutical ...

In 2026, the AACP Annual Mock Trial Competition celebrated its fifth year. Designed as a student-led research, advocacy and argumentation initiative, the AACP Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Section initiative is aimed at providing student pharmacists with an opportunity to develop and to practice affective domain skills (e.g., communication, advocacy, problem-solving, critical thinking, leadership, teamwork, professionalism) as well as reinforce cognitive domain skills (e.g., research, evaluation/critique of literature, application of law).
The U.S. Department of Education’s Reimagining and Improving Student Education (RISE) Final Rule introduces sweeping changes to federal student loan programs, including new loan limits, the elimination of Graduate PLUS loans, and simplified repayment structures. These changes—effective July 1, 2026—will significantly impact students pursuing pharmacy education and the schools that educate student pharmacists.
AACP has announced the winners of its inaugural Unite for Impact Challenge, a national initiative designed to spark collaboration, innovation, and measurable change in community pharmacy practice.
AACP is pleased to announce that the CVS Health Foundation/AACP Community Pharmacy Award will be awarded to 21 outstanding student pharmacists who face financial barriers in pursuit of education.
AACP has selected 42 students to participate in its inaugural Pharm4Me Student Ambassador Program, building a network of student pharmacists to inspire interest in pharmacy education and careers, and supporting the profession’s growth and advancement.

As the pharmacy organizations and associations representing the pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists who play a critical ...

Recent national media coverage highlights an encouraging trend for the pharmacy profession: 

New research shows that, while many graduate degrees ...

AACP announced the recipients of its top awards for 2026, which recognize outstanding individual and institutional contributions made to pharmacy education, research, patient outcomes, community service and academic publishing.

The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), American Pharmacists Association (APhA), American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP), and American ...

AACP joins national pharmacy groups urging patients to talk with their pharmacist about available vaccines.
AACP has selected 7 individuals as recipients of the Walmart Community Pharmacy Scholarship for Pharmacy Students recognizing their leadership, academic success, and a commitment to serving rural or medically underserved patient populations upon graduation.