State of the Academy—Challenges to Student Success

IF 3.5 4区教育学 Q1 EDUCATION, SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINES

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education Pub Date : 2025-08-14 DOI:10.1016/j.ajpe.2025.101487

Molly G. Minze , James M. Culhane , Evan T. Robinson

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Abstract

Objective

The purpose of this study is to report and analyze data collected from a comprehensive student academic success survey conducted by the 2022–2023 Student Affairs Committee of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy that identifies important intrinsic and environmental factors affecting student academic success in PharmD programs.

Methods

A comprehensive survey developed and conducted by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy 2022–2023 Student Affairs Committee investigated 61 items related to student success across PharmD programs. Data relating to student success are presented.

Results

The survey results reveal several critical factors negatively impacting student success in pharmacy education. Ineffective study and time management strategies emerged as the most prevalent barrier, followed closely by academic preparation, mental health concerns, work responsibilities, and financial hardships. Additionally, a significant number of programs report that program costs negatively influence student academic success. Programs also highlight the significant positive impact of cocurricular activities, internships, and fostering a sense of student belonging on academic success.

Conclusion

This research provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between the internal and external challenges faced by student pharmacists across the Academy. The survey results emphasize the need for administrators, faculty, and staff to collaborate in minimizing barriers to student learning and success within our programs. Further research is recommended to explore the evolving impact of external disruptions, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, on educational outcomes in pharmacy education.

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学院现状——对学生成功的挑战。

目的：本研究的目的是报告和分析由美国药学院协会（AACP） 2022-2023学生事务委员会进行的一项综合学生学业成功调查收集的数据，该调查确定了影响药学博士课程学生学业成功的重要内在因素和环境因素。方法：由AACP 2022-2023学生事务委员会（SAC）开发和开展的一项综合调查调查了61项与药学博士项目有关的学生成功。结果：调查结果揭示了影响学生药学教育成功的几个关键因素。无效的学习和时间管理策略成为最普遍的障碍，紧随其后的是学业准备、心理健康问题、工作责任和经济困难。此外，相当数量的项目报告称，项目成本对学生的学业成功产生了负面影响。课程还强调了课外活动、实习和培养学生归属感对学业成功的重大积极影响。结论：本研究对药学专业学生所面临的内部和外部挑战之间的复杂相互作用提供了全面的了解。调查结果强调了管理人员、教职员工合作的必要性，以最大限度地减少学生在我们的项目中学习和成功的障碍。建议进一步研究探索外部干扰（如COVID-19大流行）对药学教育成果的不断变化的影响。

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American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education 医学-学科教育

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4.30

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15.20%

发文量

114

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