The Faculty of Pharmacy held its first monthly meeting on Sunday in the Seminar Hall, with the attendance of the administrative staff and a group of students from various academic years. The meeting was organized as part of the Faculty’s commitment to strengthening direct communication with students and reinforcing the open-door policy adopted in addressing academic and administrative matters.

During the meeting, the administrative team listened to students’ observations and discussed several topics related to courses, class schedules, examination procedures, and laboratory and clinical training requirements. The forum also included a set of proposals aimed at enhancing the educational environment and facilitating academic procedures, contributing positively to the overall quality of the educational process.

The Faculty affirmed its commitment to holding these meetings regularly, believing in the importance of constructive dialogue and in the vital role of students as partners in advancing the Faculty and supporting its academic development.

Pharmacist Bayan Malkawi presented a specialized awareness lecture titled:

“Vitamins and Minerals and Their Importance for Students’ Health.”

The lecture was delivered at Jamila Bu Basha Primary School, with the approval of the Directorate of Education.

This activity aimed to enhance health awareness among students in the basic education stage and to increase their understanding of the role of proper nutrition in growth and overall well-being. The lecture included interactive activities that simplified the information for children and encouraged them to adopt healthy eating habits.

The school extends its thanks to Pharmacist Bayan Malkawi for her valuable efforts and appreciates this constructive collaboration that serves students and strengthens communication with community institutions.

A group of distinguished fifth-year pharmacy students successfully completed their elective clinical training at the Clinical Pharmacy Department/ King Abdullah University Hospital, which lasted for one month with a total of 132 training hours.

This elective training was coordinated through the efforts of the Dean’s Office of the Faculty of Pharmacy and supervised by Dr. Haneen Amawi, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Training, who ensured optimal implementation of the training program.

The training aimed to enhance students’ clinical skills and bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in a real healthcare setting. During the training period, students gained valuable exposure to the roles of clinical pharmacists across several departments, including:

•Oncology Department

•Neurosurgery Department

•Chemotherapy Pharmacy

•Main Hospital Pharmacy

•Internal Medicine Department

Students also had the opportunity to follow up on patient cases and discuss treatment plans in collaboration with the hospital’s medical staff.

The students expressed their gratitude and appreciation to both the hospital administration and the Faculty of Pharmacy for providing this valuable training opportunity, which contributed to developing their practical and professional competencies. They emphasized that this experience represented a significant step in their future professional careers.

As part of its social responsibility and its mission to promote health awareness among school students, the Faculty of Pharmacy organized a health and educational day at Ruqayyah Bint Al-Rasul Girls’ School in Qasabat Irbid. The event was supervised by Dr. Haneen Amawi, Dr. Aseel Retaan, Dr. Mariam Al-Ameri, Dr. Amal Albawaana, Dr. Yasmeen Hamzat, and Ms. Abeer Al-Souri.

The activity featured excellent organization and active participation from a distinguished group of pharmacy students: Esraa Abu Naameh, Dania Anaqrah, Salma Idieri, Alaa Al-Shloul, Rahaf Jdeitawe, Sura Abu Fdala, Noor Abu Zeitoun, Nada Abu Yaqeen, Malak Abu Hatab, Sidra Nazzal, Esraa Howaidi, and Ghaida Abu Al-Shawab. The students delivered interactive scientific content to ninth- and tenth-grade students in an engaging and innovative manner.

The health day included several educational stations covering a variety of health topics. The participating students provided guidance and tips on healthy nutrition, stress management, and strategies to avoid smoking and waterpipe use, along with other awareness topics relevant to the targeted age group.

Each station featured interactive activities and competitions designed to attract students’ interest, encourage their engagement, and enhance their understanding of the health messages presented, all within an enjoyable learning environment that supports translating health concepts into daily practices.

The event was well received by the school administration and the participating students.

As a part of Quality Week activities held under the patronage of Professor Malek AlSharairi at Yarmouk University from November 11–13, 2025, The Faculty of Pharmacy hosted, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 12:30 PM, a workshop in the faculty’s seminar hall titled:  

“The Importance of Continuous Professional Development in Maintaining the Competence of Healthcare Personnel and Renewing Practice Licenses.”

This lecture was delivered by Dr. Safaa Al Ouran, Director of the Directorate of Institutional Development and Quality Control at the Ministry of Health.  

Dr. Al-Ouran discussed:  

- The importance of continuous education for healthcare personnel.

- The regulations for license renewal for healthcare professionals.

- The types and nature of accredited workshops and courses required to obtain approved CPD credit hours.

- The role of various sectors, including universities, in providing accredited training activities for healthcare professionals.  

The lecture included questions and discussions involving faculty members and students, which had a positive impact in enriching and enhancing our knowledge.

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the faculty members of Pharmacy organized the first Pharmacy Orientation Day at the university’s Model School, targeting tenth-grade students to introduce them to the science of pharmacy and its diverse fields.

The event was initiated by faculty members Prof. Alaa Al-Jabali, Dr. Aseel Rataan, Dr. Haneen Amawi, Dr. Ghaith Al-Taani, pharmacist Lorca Al-Zubi, pharmacist Yasmine Al-Hamzat, and pharmacist Alaa Al-Qudah, with the participation of pharmacy graduate Baraah Al-Refai and distinguished students Salma Eideri and Dania Anaqrah. Computer lab technician Hala Ali also provided technical and digital support for the event.

The activities included an introductory lecture that highlighted the main branches of pharmacy and the diverse career paths available to pharmacists in hospitals, pharmaceutical industries, and academia. Participating students shared their study experiences and discussed key challenges and opportunities encountered by pharmacy students during their academic and professional journeys.

The event also featured simple and interactive scientific experiments conducted in front of the students to introduce them to basic chemical and pharmaceutical concepts in an engaging and enjoyable way. The day concluded with a scientific quiz competition among tenth-grade students, aimed at enhancing scientific understanding and fostering a spirit of interaction and positive competition.

The Faculty of Pharmacy, in collaboration with the Deanship of Student Affairs at Yarmouk University, organized a scientific visit to the Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA). The visit was supervised by Dr. Islam Berdaweel and Dr. Bilal Juaidi, with the participation of a group of pharmacy students.

The visit commenced with a lecture delivered by Dr. Jabr Jabr, during which he introduced the various departments of the JFDA and highlighted their essential roles in ensuring the safety and quality of food and pharmaceutical products in Jordan. He also provided a detailed overview of the Pharmacovigilance Department, emphasizing its importance in monitoring medication safety and detecting potential adverse drug reactions post-marketing.

Following the lecture, the students participated in a guided tour of several directorates and departments within the institution, including the Directorate of Food and the Directorate of Drugs—specifically the Departments of Pricing, Inspection, and Control. The tour also included a visit to the JFDA laboratories, where the students learned about the analytical procedures and quality control measures applied to various samples.

At the conclusion of the visit, the students expressed their gratitude to the JFDA for the warm reception and the valuable information provided, affirming that the experience enriched their knowledge and strengthened the link between theoretical learning and practical application in the fields of food and drug regulation.

The Faculty of Pharmacy, under the supervision of Professor Ghaith Al-Taani, organized a workshop presented by Dr. Ahmad Al-Rassasi titled “Medication Therapy Management (MTM)”, as a part of the preparations to implement this new service in community pharmacies.

During the workshop, participants were introduced to the concept of Medication Therapy Management and its role in enhancing patient care. The focus was placed on how to effectively implement this service to ensure collaboration between the pharmacist and the patient for the safe and effective use of medications. The workshop also covered the steps of service implementation, expected challenges, and practical approaches to follow-up and evaluation.

Dr. Al-Rassasi emphasized that this initiative represents a qualitative leap in community pharmacy practice, moving beyond medication dispensing to providing patient-centered pharmaceutical care aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing medication errors.

This initiative comes at a time when the pharmacy sector is witnessing significant transformations in the professional role of the pharmacist and the expansion of their scope of practice to include value-added pharmaceutical care services—aligning with modern trends in healthcare delivery.

Dr. Ali Hmedat from the Faculty of Pharmacy – Yarmouk University proudly participated in the 2nd National Conference on Drug Security, held under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Abdul Raouf Al-Rawabdeh, with a remarkable presence of pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and academics from across Jordan.

The conference, organized by the Jordanian Charity Drug Bank and its partners, was held under the theme “Efficiency of Use and Rational Agreement,” addressing key national issues related to rational drug use and pharmaceutical policy development.

Dr. Hmedat took part in a panel discussion on the future of pharmaceutical industries, particularly biological drugs, emphasizing the importance of strengthening partnerships between academia and pharmaceutical manufacturers to promote national drug security.