Recognizing Our 2023 Distinguished Preceptors

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) inducted five preceptors into the Hall of Distinguished Preceptors (HODP) during the annual awards ceremony on April 21, 2023. These awards are given to individuals with Voluntary or Adjunct Faculty status who serve as preceptors for student pharmacists. UKCOP recognizes excellence in precepting and dedication to educating future pharmacists through experiential learning. Within this year’s HODP are five Preceptor of the Year award designations: APPE, IPPE, Commonwealth Experience Rotation, Louisville Clinical Education Center, and Lifetime Achievement.

“Preceptors are the unsung heroes of pharmacy education, shaping the future of the profession one student at a time,” said Dr. Holly Divine, director of Experiential Education. “To this year’s winners of the Hall of Distinguished Preceptors awards, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for your tireless dedication to teaching and mentoring our pharmacy students. You are the backbone of our experiential education program, and we are proud to honor you for your outstanding service and contributions to the field.”