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October 3, 2024
Did you complete the PCP Gala Interest form?
The PCP Gala is tentatively set for Saturday October 26th in the Foley Center on Hawk Hill. Includes: Dinner, DJ/dancing, photo-booth and 3 beer/wine tickets (21 years and older)
Price: $15 for PCP students (<21 years old), $20 for PCP Student (>21 years), $40 for non-PCP SJU student and $50 for outside guests.
Transportation between campuses provided. Click the button below to complete the interest form. Posted by Dean Foote. 10/3
Events and General Announcements
Student and Faculty Rho Chi T-shirt Sale!
PCP Rho Chi is having a T-shirt sale for all student and faculty members of Rho Chi. Short sleeve shirts are $28 and long sleeve shirts are $32. Please see the attached flyer for the link/QR code to the order form. The order form is due Wednesday, October 9th at 11:59 pm. Contact Joey Ricchezza (jr10781590@sju.edu) with any questions. 10/3
PSTA Tabling on Hawk Hill
Come out and see Pharmaceutical Sciences & Toxicology Alliance this Friday in Campion on Hawk Hill! Enter in our raffle, spin the prize wheel and learn more about our club! See flyer for more details.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Carli Caldwell (cc10779306@sju.edu). 10/3
DVSHP Student Poster Presentation Night
Save the date!! The Delaware Valley Society of Health-System Pharmacists (DVSHP) has arranged an exclusive meeting in which local pharmacy students will have the opportunity to present a poster presentation on a clinical topic of their choice. This will take place on our campus and feature students presentations. 10/3
DVSHP Student Poster Presentation Night - Abstract Submission Details
Interested in presenting a poster? The Delaware Valley Society of Health-System Pharmacists (DVSHP) has arranged an exclusive meeting in which local pharmacy students will have the opportunity to present a poster presentation on a clinical topic of their choice. Details for the abstract submission are below! 10/3
NCPA: National Community Pharmacists Association GBM, 10/10
Want to learn more about NCPA and community pharmacy? Join us at our GBM on Thursday October 10th, 1 pm, in LLC room 102! Pizza will be provided! 10/3
Hispanic Heritage Month - Celebrating Leaders in Healthcare!
How has the Hispanic and Latinx community contributed to healthcare? There are countless examples throughout history! Click here to read about just one of the many stories of Hispanic and Latinx people improving healthcare across the globe, with some roots in Philadelphia. Posted by Dr. Garcia. 10/3
ACA GBM- ONLY Compounding Org on Campus!
Interested in compounding? Have no idea what it is? Stop by our GBM on Tuesday, October 8th, to learn more about it and see the events we've planned for this year. Reminder: every meeting you attend is one more entry into our raffle giveaway for a prize at the end of the year! See flyer for details. Questions? Email Sumaiya Difaa sd20834302@sju.edu. 10/3
Professional Opportunities
CVS Lunch & Learn - Best Practices Before and After Graduation!
Open to ALL Students! Join CVS Health Regional Director Mitesh Shah for a lunch to learn on best practices before and after graduation! Whether you are interested in community practice or a different path, gaining insight and advice from a regional director for your pharmacy journey is invaluable! And for food? We're missing Hoagiefest a little extra so we might just have to bring it back for a day... RSVP and register now until October 10th! 10/3
Events and General Announcements
SNPhA - Vaccine Clinic Volunteers Needed!
Looking for IPPE community service hours? Volunteer for the Chester Vaccine Clinic taking place at Chester Upland School District Athletic Field on Saturday October 5th from 9am to 2pm! This is a great opportunity to connect with the community and educate about the importance of vaccines. Volunteers will be able to administer vaccines, help patients complete paperwork, screen patients for eligibility, answer questions about vaccine safety and efficacy, and observe patients for any vaccine reactions. You do not need an immunization license in order to participate. Sign up using the QR code in the flyer if you are interested! Reach out to Simran Mann (sm20834101@sju.edu) if you have any questions! 9/26
PPA Networking Happy Hour
Calling all Eastern students: Join other students and new practitioners for a Networking Happy Hour! What's in store? Drink Specials, Free Appetizers, Fun Giveaways, and Networking with Fellow Pharmacy Professionals. 9/26
PPA Eastern Regional Meeting
Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association (PPA) is having its Eastern Regional Meeting on our campus. This is a great opportunity to meet and connect with pharmacists, residents, and fellows from various fields of pharmacy and understand more about pharmacy careers.
When: Saturday, October 12th, 8:30 am to 1:30 pm
Location: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at SJU
Cost: $30 for students and new practitioners
We encourage everyone to attend the regional meeting by clicking the button below for registration.
The Dean's office has been generous and will be reimbursing $20 to every student who attends the meeting but you will have to purchase the registration yourself initially. To get reimbursed please fill out the travel stipend form and choose “Regional or State meeting” for the meeting type.
Once you have done that please upload your registration receipt to the form below for the dean’s office to process your reimbursement. You must attend the full meeting to get reimbursed by the dean’s office.
Afterward, we’ll be hosting a Student Mixer at The Post (129 S 30th Street Philadelphia) starting at 2 PM. You won’t want to miss this chance to meet other students and have fun! 9/26
PCP Gala - Save the Date! October 26th.
Save the Date! PCP Gala 2024. Saturday, October 26. 6-10 PM. More information to follow! Posted by Dean Foote. 9/23
154th NJPhA Convention in Atlantic City
Interested in local New Jersey state legislation? Come discuss things like immunization, opioids, hormonal contraception, and law at the annual NJPhA Convention on November 16th at the Harrah’s Waterfront in Atlantic City. This is a great opportunity to learn more about state legislation and to even present research! Student registration is covered by the PCP Deans Office and needs to be submitted for reimbursement at least 3 weeks prior. No hotel reservation needed and carpool can be arranged. Reach out to Hanna Pulliam @hp20835747@sju.edu for more information! 9/19
Professional Opportunities
Haddon Heights Fair - Volunteer Opportunity
Interested in getting some volunteer hours for IPPE requirements and having some fun? This is a perfect opportunity for you! Come volunteer and enjoy the Haddon Heights fair on Saturday, October 26th at Haddon Heights, NJ in 2 hour time slots. If you are interested in signing up please fill out the google form below. All of the details will be in the google form.
You will need to find your way to and from the event, so try and carpool if possible. If you have any questions or concerns with travel feel free to email Carson Sysko at cs20833402@sju.edu. 9/30
APhA-ASP Operation Immunization - SJU x Albertsons (ACME) Flu Clinic
Are you still looking for community service hours? Or just an opportunity to gain more immunizing experience? Albertsons (ACME Markets) is hosting a flu clinic on both Hawk Hill (10/7 and 10/10) and UCity(10/8). We are taking 3 student volunteers per time slot! Please reach out to jz20834849@sju.edu and mjeon@sju.edu if interested. Please send your PA immunization license and proof of liability insurance to mjeon@sju.edu if you plan on volunteering. Thank you for your interest! 9/23
Eli Lilly Discovery Day: Great Industry Opportunity for P1 and P2s!
IMPORTANT: This is an interest form! Process includes an application later when it opens! Use the link not the QR Code!
Background: Eli Lilly Discovery Day is a two-day leadership conference where you can learn about the industry, network, and enhance your professional skill sets through developmental workshops. It will be held on March 20-22, 2025 this upcoming year.
Accepted student arrivals will begin on March 19, 2025. Accommodations will be
provided for students traveling more than 50 miles. Lodging, food and beverage
for all students will be provided by Lilly. 9/23
Mission Statement
The mission of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy is to educate and develop students to become leaders and innovators in patient care, research and business who are differentiated by their professional and ethical values.
The College is distinguished by its leadership role and impeccable professional ethics establishing a global reputation for impacting the profession of pharmacy though advocacy, excellence in patient care, interprofessional collaboration, developing innovative practice models, research and development, and healthcare business.
Vision Statement
The Philadelphia College of Pharmacy will be globally recognized for developing learners who excel in innovative, compassionate, collaborative, evidence-based patient care, scientific and practice advancements, research and healthcare business.
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