Over the years the department identified that most student find course taught by the department very challenging. To address this, various strategies to enhance the teaching experience and foster a deeper interest in these courses among our students were implemented. One of such strategies is the HoD’s Excellence Award.
The award and the goal of which is to acknowledge and honor best performing students in pharmaceutical chemistry courses in the immediate past semester. This award covers levels 100 to 400.
The spirit behind the award is to motivate, encourage and boost the students’ interest in our courses and create an atmosphere of healthy competition among students. The award comes in the form of certificates and cash prizes. The best performing students at the end of all semester examinations are awarded. The certificates are signed by the Dean of School of Pharmacy and the head of department.
This award also aligns with one of the five strategic priorities of the University which is Transformative student experience.
Since its inception in 2022-2024 academic year, the department has been securing sponsorship to ensure the sustainability of the awards. Over the years, several students have received this award.
The award ceremony after the end of 2nd semester of the 2023-2024 academic year was held on February 19, 2025 where a total of 12 students were awarded. Certificate and cash prices were present to awardees by Senior members from School of Pharmacy. Pictures from the award ceremony are shown below.
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 100 students (2nd semester of the 2023-2024 academic year)
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 200 students (2nd semester of the 2023-2024 academic year)
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 300 students (2nd semester of the 2023-2024 academic year)
The award ceremony after the end of 1st semester of the 2024-2025 academic year was held on July 14, 2025. A total of 12 students were awarded: 3 students each from levels 100 to 400. Certificate and cash prices were present to awardees by Senior members from School of Pharmacy.
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 100 students (1st semester of the 2024-2025 academic year)
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 200 students (1st semester of the 2024-2025 academic year)
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 300 students (1st semester of the 2024-2025 academic year)
Picture of Senior Members and best performing Level 400 students (1st semester of the 2024-2025 academic year)
Picture of awardee receiving a certificate and cash prize from a Senior Member.
Sample Certificate displaying all sponsors of the award.
The department is very grateful to all sponsors: Pherson’s Pharmacy Limited, Drews Pharmacy, Xerion/Doxa Pharmacy, Prima-Pharm, Ballis Pharmacy, Beybey Pharmacy and Moodies Chemists for making this a success and looks forward to even more support to ensure the sustainability of the awards.