The faculty of pharmacy held the first advisory board meeting with key members   from different pharmaceutical and health sectors.

The board was formed under the directives of Yarmouk University presidency to strengthen the partnerships with the local and the international community and achieve effective, sustainable and capable partnerships with various pharmaceutical & health sectors and benefit from the board expertise in improving the faculty program and curriculum through collecting recommendations and feedbacks.

The president of Yarmouk University - the chairman of the faculty of pharmacy advisory board- Prof. Islam Massad stated that the university is moving toward forming advisory boards for all faculties in order to enhance the principle of governance by including experts members with extensive experiences in various governmental and private sectors from Jordan and members from the international community to raise the university and faculty reputation and provide the students and graduates with training and job opportunities.

Dr. Massad added that the advisory boards aim to provide advice and guidance to improve the quality of teaching and research process and evaluate the annual reviews and academic results of students in order to develop the contents of the study plan to be compatible with the needs of the labor market.

The dean of Faculty of Pharmacy Prof. Fadia Mayyas provided a presentation detailing the current status of the faculty and its program, staff and infrastructure.

Dr. Mayyas presented the faculty achievements and current and future plans which go in line with the university strategic plan and economic modernization vision.  Mayyas discussed with the board members different suggestions and plans that would provide the students with helpful training opportunities, skills and experiences that meet the need of the job market. 

The presentation was followed by a broad discussion among the council members, and many proposals and measures were suggested that would improve the quality of the program and link it with the industrial and research sectors to meet the needs of the labor market. The Council expressed its readiness to support and advance the college at Yarmouk University.

The advisory board was distinguished by inclusion of international members from USA and UAE who joined the board via zoom meeting.

The advisory board of the faculty of pharmacy included: -

1. Dr. Nizar Mhaidat, the head of Jordan food and Drug Administration (JFDA)
2. Dr. Mohammad Ababneh, the head of pharmacy syndicate
3. Dr. Rakan Irshaidat, the head of Omnia drug store/ Shawi & Irshidat
4. Dr. Adnan Badwan, the chair of Arab Union of Manufacturers of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Appliances (AUPM)
5. Dr. Mamoun Al-hamadsheh: Professor of pharmaceutical chemistry at the university of the Pacific/USA
6. Dr. Abeer Al-Ghananeem: Associate dean of research/ Sullivan university/ USA
7. Dr. Karem Al-zoubi: the dean of faculty of Pharmacy at Sharjah university/ UAE
8. Dr. Asmaa abu Jawayed, the head of quality at al-Hikma
9. Dr. Rami Alkhateeb, the deputy chairman at Al-Razi group
10. Dr. lama Al-Nazer, the head of clinical pharmacy at KHCC
11. Dr. Nadia Al-Omari, the head of pharmacy and training at the Royal Medical Services
12. Mr. Waseem Al-Najmi, the chair of Jordan Association of pharmaceutical Manufactures (JAPM)
13. Dr. Shadi Bani Hani, the head of Irbid health directorate.
14. Dr. Rabab Tayyem, the CEO of ACDEMA company for pharmaceutical research
15. Dr. Bashar Bataineh, the executive manager of Pella pharmaceutical company 

The President of Yarmouk University, Dr. Islam Massad, and the representative of the Academia-Industry Platform Company, Dr. Khaled Khreisat, signed a memorandum of understanding with the aim of developing and documenting cooperation between the two parties for the purposes of benefiting from scientific research and its practical applications, in addition to benefiting from the expertise of university researchers in the fields of applied life sciences by linking them with the industrial sector. Interested in Jordan and the world.

The memorandum of understanding aims to bridge the gap between the industrial and academic sectors to benefit from the expertise and competencies of researchers to transfer technology and transform the results of scientific research into products or applications that can be used in the industrial sector to meet the needs of the market. In addition to creating training opportunities for students of the College of Pharmacy to train in factories.

As part of the College of Pharmacy at Yarmouk University’s efforts to emit the talents of its students in various fields, the Extracurricular Activities Committee, in collaboration with the PharmaCure student team have organized on 22/11/2023 an event entitled “How to Be a Good Presenter,” delivered by Dr. Bilal Al-Jaidi, where he touched on the characteristics of a good lecturer, how to prepare for presentation, and the most important qualities that must be delivered in an outstanding presentation. Dr. Bilal focused on the necessity of preparing for the presentation in all aspects, the most important of which is ensuring the scientific content, mental and psychological preparation, pre-training, rehearsals of voice and appearence, and employing body language to serve the content. In the end, Dr. Bilal reviewed the most useful features of a successful presentation in terms of form and content, the appropriate writing style, the most important mistakes that lecturers make, how to attract the attention of the attendees in different ways, methods of effective communication with the audience, and the interactive learning method.

The DAAD organization, which specializes in the German academic exchange service, within the framework of the enhancement program, held a workshop on medicinal plants in the period between November 21-27, which included a number of participating countries from Jordan, Iraq, and Syria, where Dr. Deniz Al-Tawalbeh presented a scientific paper entitled

Assessment of carvacrol-antibiotic combinations against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Student Sarah Al-Taweel also participated in a presentation entitled:(Phytosomes as drug delivery system)

Based on the Faculty of Pharmacy’s keenness to enhance the skills of its graduates and prepare them for the labor market, Dr. Omar Qammoh from the Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Practice presented an introductory workshop on Wednesday 11/29/2023 that focused on the basics of job interviews in the fields of community pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies, where he focused on common mistakes during job interviews.

In a student-led initiative to do good and leave a good impression on the college and its people, a group of fifth-year students at the College of Pharmacy - who are nearing the end of their journey there - organized a warm campaign to honor the working hands in the college's services department, under the message:

"The most influential people in reality are those who are able to wipe away every bad trace and make the place comfortable and safe at all times. In a humble initiative, we wanted to thank those bright hands that can make our college a place suitable for studying every day without boredom."

The dean of the college, Prof. Fadia Mayyas, praised the noble initiative of the students and their appreciation and human feelings and their good feelings towards the dedicated workers in their work. She added that this initiative is an awareness and educational initiative to instill love and respect for the working hands in the hearts of people and to highlight the great effort that cleaning workers make and their role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the university, wishing them to continue giving always. The meeting was attended by Vice Dean Dr. Bilal Al-Jaidi and a group of students and workers at the College of Pharmacy

A valuable scientific lecture was held at the Faculty of Pharmacy on Sunday, 12/10/2023, presented by Professor Dr. Wassef Al-Sakhina from the Faculty of Archeology and Anthropology under the title

(Spectroscopic Approach in Material Science: Scopic, Microscopicand)

The lecture, which was organized by Professor Dr. Muhammad Zaitoun from the Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, aimed to consolidate the importance of exchanging knowledge and integrating different sciences and specializations to spread the benefit of multidisciplinary among faculty members and college students.

The Faculty of Pharmacy at Yarmouk University organized an interactive awareness lecture for students of the Faculty, presented by health educator Mayar Ibrahim from the King Hussein Cancer Center on Tuesday 11/28/2023 within the framework of the November campaign, which is launched every year in November by the King Hussein Cancer Center to raise community awareness about men’s cancers specially the most common (lung, colon, bladder, and prostate).

The lecture included an explanation of the risk factors contributing to the infection and the periodic examinations approved for diagnosis.

The lecture was attended by the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Professor Dr. Fadia Mayas, and a number of faculty and administrative staff members, in addition to a group of college students.

took the stage, presenting valuable insights under the title "Cosmetic Products." This event was part of the Pharmacy Training Committee's strategy to enrich students' education and align with the dynamic demands of the job market.

The lecture explored diverse topics, including detailed information about skin composition, its various types, and methods to determine skin type without reliance on sophisticated devices. Practical approaches to treating common skin problems, such as acne and dryness, were also spotlighted.

Attendees were guided through daily skincare regimens, exploring the finest cosmetic products designed for moisturizing, exfoliation, and safeguarding the skin against sunlight and UV rays, while reducing visible signs of aging.

Among the distinguished attendees were Professor Fadia Mias, the Faculty Dean, accompanied by faculty and administrative members. The lecture received praise from students, who expressed gratitude for the rich information provided which can be used in both their daily life and in their professional journey.