Spill The Pills! PCP News April 27, 2023
April 27, 2023
Fundamental of the Week (FOW) This weeks FOW was written by Dr Haar. Check it out HERE!
Events and General Announcements
SNPhA EBoard Elections 2023-2024 are NOW OPEN! If you are interested in applying click HERE! The application deadline is May 2nd, 2023 at 11:59pm. If you are interested in gaining leadership and networking opportunities please apply. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated students whose goals correlate to our overall mission. The mission of Student National Pharmaceutical Association is to coordinate programs geared toward the improvement of the health, educational, and social environment of minority communities. We are an educational service association of pharmacy students who are concerned about the profession of pharmacy, healthcare issues, and the poor minority representation in these areas. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Alexis Kingcade (ak20829919@sju.edu). 4/27
Intern and Job Positions
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Events and General Announcements
ISPOR Elections! The executive board of the Saint Joseph's University ISPOR is responsible for organizing events, activities, and initiatives that promote the understanding and application of pharmacoeconomics and outcomes research among students. There are nine open positions including President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and more. All applications are due by May 3rd and the results will be announced the week of May 8th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Jojo Jacob @jj20642908@sju.edu. Click HERE to apply! 4/24
AMCP EBOARD APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN! We are looking for committed and enthusiastic members to join the executive board and help us achieve our goals for the 2023-2024 academic year! The following positions are open: Event planner, SGA representative/Event Coordinator, and PCP representative. If you are interested in one of the positions listed, please submit THIS FORM by Friday, April 28th by 11:59 pm. No prior experience is required and this is a great opportunity to hold a leadership position and stand out amongst your peers! The current E-Board will review responses and announce the new E-Board in an email by May 1st. Looking forward to reading your applications, check out the flyer HERE! 4/24
April is National Arab Heritage Month! Did you know that April is National Arab Heritage Month? Click here to learn more about Arab American culture and the history of Arab American Heritage Month. Click here to for an overview of the Arab world and the history of Arab American immigration. According to arabamerica.com, one reason April was chosen was because the month marks “the beginning of the Spring season; symbolizing hope, growth, color, and new beginnings.” PCP values the rich and diverse heritage of all members of our community. Please consider submitting information about your Arab American heritage and culture here to be shared in a future STP post. Posted by Dr. Thomas. 4/24
CVS Health Minority Scholarship for Pharmacy Students: application open! The CVS Health Minority Scholarship for Pharmacy Students will be awarded to five outstanding underrepresented minority (URM) students in the US who have been accepted into a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program for the 2023-2024 (next) academic year OR were enrolled in their first (P1) year of the professional phase of the PharmD degree program during the 2022-2023 (current) academic year. For more information, click HERE. Posted by Dr. Waite. 4/24
Student involvement and accomplishments needed! Are you involved in any organizations outside of PCP (as a member or leader)? Have you attended meetings, been in a competition, won an award, presented or published research? If you answered yes to any of these for spring 2023, please fill out this google form with your information so that we can have a record of all the wonderful things our students are doing! Due 5/12. Posted by Dr. Bowen. 4/20
We need P3 and P4 students to help Dr. Mokhlis (a 2020 PCP alumna) conduct med reviews! Dr. Mokhlis will be performing medication reviews at Zion Baptist Church, and she needs assistance from P3 and P4 students. The session will take place on Thursday, May 4th from 10-2:30pm. Please reach out to Dr. Mokhlis at hmokhlis362@gmail.com if you are available to assist. Posted by Dr. Thomas. 4/20
PCP Student Wellness Event Registration 5/5/23! Hello students! The Student Affairs Committee has created a wellness events for PCP students to unwind before ESARs and final exams. Please fill out this brief form to register and provide any allergy or dietary preferences. The anticipated event will be held from 11am - 1pm on 5/5, location, games, and FREE food/drinks to be announced. We would like to have a head count by 4/25 so please fill out if you would like to join (so there is enough for everyone!) More details to come! 4/20
Intern and Job Positions
ASTON PHARMACY is HIRING! Aston Pharmacy Home Health Center is hiring for an intern position to work one evening during the week 4p-7p and every Saturday 9a-3p. Aston is a CPESN Pharmacy that provides patient care services and does compounding. Additionally they have medical equipment and do some long-term care services. It is a great experience for a motivated student! See See the Flyer for details. Contact: Maria McNeill, RPh, MD mpmcneill@aphhc.net. Posted by Prof. Thomson. 4/24
Opening at St.Francis Hospital_Wilmington DE (Pharmacy Interns) Click HERE for more information. Pharmacy Tech or Student - PRN - Saint Francis Hospital job in Wilmington, Delaware, 19805. Posted by Dr. Greene. 4/24
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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