The PATIENTS Program

05/26/2026

Applications are now closed — but stay connected!

Thank you to everyone who applied to the Patients Professors Academy (PPA). While applications are now closed, you can still sign up for early notifications to be the first to know when the next application cycle opens.

Stay informed about future opportunities, program updates, and important deadlines.

Sign up for early notifications: https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/programs/the-patients-program/patients-academy/

05/19/2026

What happens when students are truly supported?
This video takes you inside Baltimore Lab School — an innovative learning environment where students in grades 1–12 receive individualized support, creative instruction, and a strong sense of belonging. Hear from students, parents, teachers, and leaders as they share why access, inclusion, and scholarships matter.

Check out the video here https://youtu.be/wca6xq6LEyU

05/18/2026

⏳ One week left to a

There’s just one week remaining to apply for the Patients Professors Academy (PPA). Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a program that advances meaningful, patient‑centered research and partnerships.

🗓 Application deadline: May 25, 2026
Finish your application and apply today!
Link to application, https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/programs/the-patients-program/patients-academy/

05/13/2026

Still on the fence about signing up for the PATIENTS Professors Academy (PPA)? Take a moment to watch this short video from our most recent Bridge Podcast episode to hear what it’s all about!

Ready to learn more or register? Visit: https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/programs/the-patients-program/patients-academy/

Here is a link to view the entire Bridge podcast episode: https://youtu.be/4PEaZv8zxQI

05/13/2026

Still on the fence about signing up for the PATIENTS Professors Academy (PPA)? Take a moment to watch this short video from our most recent Bridge Podcast episode to hear what it’s all about!

Ready to learn more or register? Visit: https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/programs/the-patients-program/patients-academy/

Here is a link to view the entire Bridge podcast episode: https://youtu.be/4PEaZv8zxQI

05/12/2026

🎧 Listen to the episode right here: https://youtu.be/4PEaZv8zxQItion with PATIENTS Professors Academy architect Joe Howarth and 2025 graduate—and 2026 Seminar Leader—Melissa Aldridge. Hear how PPA continues to shape patient-centered research and leadership.

🎧 Listen to episode right here: https://youtu.be/4PEaZv8zxQI

We’re excited to celebrate Year Five of the PATIENTS Professors Academy! In this episode of The Bridge, host Paris Barnes sits down with Joe Howarth, Lead Tr...

05/11/2026

Senge Ngalame shares her experience with the PATIENTS Professors Academy and how it has leveled up her advocacy skills in public health. She has turned her experience into an opportunity to speak on a Pharmacy Quality Alliance panel at their annual meeting in Baltimore, MD.

Check out this link here: https://youtu.be/YlXejdQwVCY


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PATIENTS Professor Academy (PPA) Class of 2025 graduate, Senge Ngalame joined the program to strengthen her advocacy skills. Through engaging stakeholders an...

05/07/2026

⏰ Don’t miss the deadline!

Applications for The Patients Professors Academy (PPA) are closing soon. If you’re interested in advancing patient‑centered research and partnership, now is the time to apply.

Application deadline: May 25, 2026

Learn more and submit your application before time runs out!
https://www.pharmacy.umaryland.edu/programs/the-patients-program/patients-academy/

05/06/2026

The PATIENTS Program's Lead Training Specialist for the PATIENTS Professors Academy, Joe Howarth, will be presenting at the Poster Exhibition during the National Health Council 2026 Science of Patient Engagement Summit!

The exhibition highlights projects advancing patient-centered research, patient-centered policy, and patient engagement.

They will be sharing the work of Peyton Miles, Paris B., and PATIENTS Professors who provided their insights and experience on the COMMIT Business Model Canvas. We are sharing this evolving tool for creating strategic community-university partnerships that acts as the centerpiece to the PATIENTS Professors Academy.