Pharmacy Daily | College celebrates 50 years

THE Australasian College of Pharmacy marked 50 years of leadership, education and professional excellence with a celebration dinner held in Brisbane on Tue night.

The event featured the induction of the final cohort of College fellows ahead of the College's transition to the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA).

Fellows, past CEOs and Board presidents, alongside many of the profession's most influential contributors came together to acknowledge the individuals who have shaped the College's success over five decades.

Leaders past and present shared reflections on the College's journey, its impact on the profession, and its role in advancing pharmacy leadership.

Interim CEO of the PSA, Bridget Totterman, said the evening was a meaningful opportunity to recognise the College's people and legacy.

"This celebration was about more than marking 50 years, it was about recognising the leadership, commitment and vision that have shaped the College and strengthened the pharmacy profession," Totterman said.

"As the College transitions into the PSA, we commit to embracing the legacy of the College and strengthening pharmacy education.

"The values the College holds will continue under the care of PSA," she concluded.

The final fellowship cohort (pictured) represents the culmination of the College's fellowship program and honours individuals whose leadership and service have had a lasting impact on both the College and the profession.

Immediate past president, Aaron D'Souza, reflected on the significance of the moment.

"College fellowship has always been about recognising those who give to the College and the profession, helping shape its future," D'Souza said.

"To induct the final group of College fellows at the 50-year milestone is incredibly meaningful and speaks to the depth of leadership and generosity that has defined the College since its earliest days," he concluded.