Misk Al Qaderi, The University of Arizona

Misk Al Qaderi is a student pharmacist from the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy who is recognized for her leadership, innovation, and commitment to shaping the future of the profession. She serves as a PharmD ambassador, holds leadership roles across several student organizations, and is a pharmacy intern at Mayo Clinic and HonorHealth, where she has been actively involved in patient care, professional engagement, and strategic outreach. Extending beyond her academic and professional training, Misk is passionate about social media engagement, creative communication, and strategic marketing, using photography, graphic design, and videography to advance pharmacy initiatives through innovative and accessible content. As a recipient of the APhA Student Leader Award, Misk has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing public health and elevating the role of pharmacists through innovative outreach and service. She led an influenza vaccine awareness campaign that reached more than 70,000 individuals through producing commercial-style videos, produced a public service announcement video for the Arizona Pharmacy Association that was featured during a Phoenix Suns game, and organized health fairs that provided more than 100 free naloxone kits to the community. Through these initiatives, she has combined leadership, advocacy, and creative communication to expand the impact and visibility of the pharmacy profession.

Sami Gangji, The University of Rhode Island

Sami Gangji is a third-year student pharmacist at The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, where he demonstrates a strong passion for policy development, advocacy, and advancing the profession of pharmacy. He has demonstrated a commitment to leadership within the American Pharmacists Association, working to elevate student voices and strengthen engagement at the local, regional, and national levels. Sami currently serves as Region 1 Regional Delegate, where he helps to coordinate the APhA–-ASP policy process and works to inspire students to become interested in policy and advocacy. He also serves as his chapter’s International Vice President, where he works to introduce his peers to the world of pharmacy outside of the United States. Sami started his leadership involvement in APhA–ASP as Policy Vice President, where he fostered his passion for advocacy, and continues to inspire his peers to have a positive impact on the profession of pharmacy. Last summer, Sami also served as the Carl F. Emswiller Summer Intern, working to coordinate over 150 Capitol Hill visits and work on various initiatives to support student leadership within APhA–-ASP. Beyond APhA, Sami previously served as Regent (President) of Kappa Psi, promoting professional development and philanthropy events. He also served as treasurer of Phi Lambda Sigma and currently as vice president of Rho Chi, where he works to coordinate research initiatives focused on student success. He also is a national first place winner of the ACCP Clinical Research Challenge. He is deeply committed to empowering his peers to pursue leadership, fostering an environment where student pharmacists feel inspired to advocate for their patients and the profession. As Sami looks ahead to his final year of pharmacy school, he is eager to explore new opportunities. He is interested in pharmacy practice research and plans to pursue a PhD in health outcomes after graduation.

Paige Holopirek, The University of Kansas

Paige Holopirek is a third-year student pharmacist at the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy who has demonstrated a strong commitment to leadership and professional involvement since the beginning of her pharmacy education. From her first day in pharmacy school, she immersed herself in both her academic responsibilities and extracurricular engagement, particularly through active participation in APhA–ASP.

Her involvement with APhA–ASP began as a member of the Operation Heart Committee, where she contributed to coordinating cardiovascular health initiatives and community outreach events aimed at improving public awareness and patient care. Building on this experience, she advanced to the role of President-elect and is currently concluding her term as Chapter President. In this capacity, she has led and collaborated with a dedicated student leadership team to organize professional development programming, community service initiatives, and chapter engagement activities. Her leadership philosophy centers on fostering an inclusive environment in which members feel empowered to contribute ideas, take initiative, and develop both personally and professionally. At the regional level, Paige served as the region 6 midyear regional meeting coordinator, facilitating collaboration among student pharmacists nationwide and working closely with regional officers to deliver a successful and meaningful event.

Beyond APhA–ASP, she has been actively involved in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, the KU School of Pharmacy Ambassadors program, Phi Lambda Sigma, and Kappa Psi. Through these organizations, she has represented the profession, mentored peers, and continued refining her leadership skills.

Throughout her experiences, Paige has developed a deep appreciation for teamwork and collaboration. She believes effective leadership is defined not by prominence, but by the ability to create space for others to succeed. Her commitment to service and professional growth continues to shape her aspirations within the field of pharmacy.

Seth Meyer, The Lipscomb University in Nashville

Seth Meyer is a third-year student pharmacist at Lipscomb University in Nashville. Seth’s leadership journey began early in pharmacy school when he became the first student pharmacist from Lipscomb selected as a top 10 finalist in the APhA–ASP National Patient Counseling Competition at the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition. This achievement marked the beginning of his deep commitment to advancing student engagement and professional growth through APhA–ASP. Serving as President-Elect of Lipscomb’s APhA–ASP Chapter, Seth helped lead a culture of innovation, collaboration, and service. As he stepped into leadership, the chapter earned the APhA–-ASP Chapter of the Year Award at APhA2025 in Nashville, an accomplishment reflecting sustained excellence in patient care initiatives, member development, and community outreach. Now serving as President, Seth has led his chapter to navigate a new distance learning pathway, expand member engagement with an estimated 90% student involvement in APhA–-ASP events, and support initiatives to host events targeting underserved patient populations each semester. Beyond organizational leadership, Seth has demonstrated a strong commitment to mentorship, teaching, and scholarship through adjunct academic roles and research involvement. He is passionate about equipping fellow student pharmacists with the confidence, skills, and sense of purpose needed to lead within the profession. Through his service, Seth exemplifies vision, integrity, collaboration, and steadfast dedication to elevating his peers and strengthening the communities they impact.