Leadership Messages
April 2026 Message from the Dean
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We love celebrating our Rockets, and right now, we have so much to celebrate.
Two alumni and a former dean were recently recognized by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP), and another alumnus was elected President-Elect of the Ohio Society of Health-System Pharmacy (OSHP). These outstanding achievements showcase the talent, leadership, and lasting impact of Rockets across the profession of pharmacy.
Gayle A. Brazeau, Ph.D.
Dr. Gayle Brazeau received the Distinguished Service Award from AACP, recognizing
more than two decades of extraordinary contributions to educational scholarship as
editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education. Her steadfast dedication to the journal and its authors has advanced the Academy
and strengthened pharmacy education nationwide.
Johnnie L. Early II, Ph.D., R.Ph.
Dr. Johnnie Early, who served as dean of the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical
Sciences for 18 years, received the AACP Lifetime Achievement Award for his exceptional
leadership, commitment to pharmacy education, and meaningful service to the profession.
His legacy continues to inspire generations of students, faculty, and alumni.
Rachel Antypas, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCSCP
Dr. Rachel Antypas received a Rufus A. Lyman Award Honorable Mention for her article,
“NAPLEX Practice Analysis and Determining the Knowledge and Skills Expected of an
Entry-Level Pharmacist.” This national recognition highlights her innovative scholarship
and her important role in shaping the next generation of pharmacists.
Daniel Arendt, Pharm.D., BCPS
Dr. Daniel Arendt, Associate Professor and Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Pain Stewardship
at the University of Cincinnati, was elected OSHP President-Elect. In this role, he
will help lead the organization and support efforts to advance pharmacy practice across
Ohio. This honor reflects his leadership, service, and commitment to patient care
and the profession.
These well-deserved honors reflect The University of Toledo’s enduring tradition of
excellence in pharmacy and the remarkable ways our alumni continue to make a difference.
We proudly congratulate Gayle, Johnnie, Rachel, and Dan on these outstanding achievements.
Dean Pam Heaton