Doctor of pharmacy program receives full 8-year accreditation

In late June, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education announced the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy鈥檚 doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) program was granted a full 8-year accreditation. This notable accomplishment affirms the high caliber of 91成人导航鈥檚 student-centered PharmD program.

鈥淭his achievement reflects our commitment to excellence in pharmacy education,鈥 said Dean Berit Gundersen 鈥84, PharmD. 鈥淭his is also a testament to the dedication and hard work of faculty, staff and students. Receiving a full 8-year accreditation underscores the quality of our academic program. I am incredibly proud of the collective efforts that led us to this outcome.鈥

鈥淲e will continue to strive for excellence, preparing our students to be leaders who are passionate about meeting the evolving health care needs of our communities.鈥

The accreditation, which extends through June 2032, allows the School to focus on preparing students for the future of the pharmacy profession.

鈥淎s we celebrate this achievement, we also look to the future with a sense of purpose,鈥 Dean Gundersen said. 鈥淭he accreditation validates our current practices and sets the stage for continuous improvement and innovation. We will continue to strive for excellence, preparing our students to be leaders who are passionate about meeting the evolving health care needs of our communities.鈥

The rigorous self-study was a collaborative endeavor and showcases the dedication of faculty, staff, students and alumni.

鈥淎 heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to this tremendous accomplishment,鈥 Dean Gundersen said. 鈥淵our dedication, passion and hard work have made this possible.鈥

Dean Berit Gundersen and Dr. Srikanth Kolluru with students

Dean Berit Gundersen 鈥84, PharmD and Srikanth Kolluru, MSPharm, PhD, associate dean for academic affairs, with doctor of pharmacy students