William M. Heller Mentor of the Year Award
This award honors faculty in pharmaceutical education who demonstrate outstanding mentorship, leadership, and commitment to advancing the professional development of others in the field.
Funder: American Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Nomination submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 award and commemorative sculpture; one recipient annually
Summary: Recognizes outstanding AFPE mentors in pharmaceutical education for exceptional leadership, teaching, and support.
Key Information: This is a projected/forecasted opportunity; nomination calls typically open in April each year.
Description
The William M. Heller Mentor of the Year Award honors faculty members who have demonstrated exceptional mentorship within the pharmaceutical education community. The award recognizes those who exemplify a commitment to ongoing learning, share expertise, display enthusiasm for their field, and provide respectful guidance to mentees and colleagues. Recipients are nominated by students and peers and are celebrated for their significant impact on the professional development and success of others in the field.
