CARY, N.C. — August 18, 2026 — The National Pharmaceutical Association Foundation (NPhAF) proudly congratulates Jermaine Smith, RPh, NPhAF Treasurer, on being named the recipient of the 2026 National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA) Chauncey I. Cooper Award.
The Chauncey I. Cooper Award is the most distinguished honor bestowed by the National Pharmaceutical Association, recognizing an individual whose leadership, service, and commitment to the advancement of pharmacy exemplify the legacy of NPhA founder, Dr. Chauncey I. Cooper.
Smith’s recognition reflects his outstanding contributions to the profession of pharmacy, his dedication to advancing opportunities for pharmacists and future pharmacy professionals, and his continued commitment to serving the community. Through his years of leadership within NPhA and NPhAF and his broader involvement in the profession, Smith has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to excellence, mentorship, advocacy, and service.
As NPhAF Treasurer, Smith plays an important role in supporting the Foundation’s mission and its efforts to strengthen the future of pharmacy through education, leadership development, scholarships, and professional advancement.
Smith’s leadership and service reflect the mission of the National Pharmaceutical Association to promote health equity, advocate on critical issues affecting healthcare and pharmacy, and advance the standards of pharmaceutical care among all practitioners.
NPhAF celebrates Jermaine Smith for this outstanding accomplishment and congratulates him on receiving this prestigious recognition. His leadership, dedication, and commitment to the profession reflect the values and legacy embodied by the Chauncey I. Cooper Award.
About Chauncey I. Cooper, PhD
Chauncey I. Cooper, PhD, was a pioneering pharmacist, educator, and advocate whose vision and leadership helped shape the future of pharmacy and paved the way for greater representation within the profession. As a founding leader of the National Pharmaceutical Association, Dr. Cooper was instrumental in creating an organization dedicated to addressing the professional and healthcare concerns of minority pharmacists.
Dr. Cooper’s commitment to professional excellence, advocacy, education, and service established a lasting legacy within pharmacy. His contributions helped create opportunities for pharmacists to advance in the profession while emphasizing the importance of improving healthcare outcomes and serving communities.
The Chauncey I. Cooper Award honors his enduring legacy by recognizing individuals whose accomplishments, leadership, and service demonstrate a commitment to advancing pharmacy and furthering the ideals that Dr. Cooper championed.
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