Events and General Announcements

Check out the new tab showcasing the PCP student council members!

Check out the PCP Student Council tab of the Student Google site for a great view of your council members! Posted by Dean Foote. 11/20

Student Google Site

PCP Student Council is running our Patagonia sale again!

The shop is only open until 11/22 so get your orders in! We recommend getting them shipped to school and we will be in touch via email and STP on how to pick them up here!
*Please do not add PharmD or any other credentials that you do not currently hold*
Any questions reach out to Sabhorak Horn sh20831047@sju.edu. 11/20

Link to shop

Help raise money for the PCP Student Travel Fund!

The Alumni & Advancement Office is partnering with the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy for the Fall Giving Campaign to raise funds for the Student Travel Fund, Scholarship, and Financial Aid. As part of the campaign on Tuesday, November 28 (Giving Tuesday) a table will be in the STC Atrium to help spread the word about the importance of philanthropy and giving back, prizes and swag will be given away, thank you notes to donors will be written, and more! We want students to be present at the tables throughout the day! If you want to volunteer at the table sign up below. Posted by Dean Foote. 11/20

Volunteer here

Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Continues

Check out this post written by Professor Thomson discussing the health inequities experienced by American Indian and Alaska Native populations, as well as some informative resources discussing Traditional Healing! Learning about different cultures and healthcare practices can help us better connect with our patients and reduce inequities. Posted by Dr. Garcia. 11/20

Read the post here

Join MSC for Zumba Night!

Dance the stress of exams and assignments away with Medical Spanish Club at our Zumba Night! Please join us on Monday, Dec 4th, from 6:30-7:15 PM in LLC 102 for a free Zumba class with a professional instructor. You do not need to be a member of MSC to attend! Please dress comfortably for the event. It will be beginner-friendly! If interested, please fill out the form with this link or scan the QR code on the flyer. If there are any questions, please reach out to Julia (jm20630101@sju.edu). 11/20

Sign up here

Professional Opportunities

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Events and General Announcements

Want some comfy PCP Apparel? Check out our Sweatshirt Sale!!!

Want some comfy PCP Apparel? Check out our Sweatshirt Sale!!!
Rho Chi is excited to sell PCP Comfort Colors sweatshirts!! See flyer below. This sale is open to anyone who may be interested!! The shop will be opened until November 30th, orders will be shipped 3-5 weeks after the shop closes. A choice of pick up or direct delivery is available. Pick up will be located at the UCity campus mail room once the orders arrive. If you choose direct delivery, an additional fee for shipping is required. If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Wilcox (jw20838651@sju.edu). 11/16

ELECTIVE/PROFESIONAL ELECTIVE! Toxicology of Substance Use Disorders (Applied Tox PHT 407/707)

This course considers topics related to organ-specific pathology and applications of clinical toxicology. Applied topics will mostly focus on substance use disorders-related toxicity, which is impacting lives worldwide. This course focuses on the toxicity of deliberately ingested, inhaled, injected materials that are used to alter the psychological state. The course will provide a working knowledge of the neurobiological and neurochemical basis of behavior and the mechanism by which drugs influence synaptic neurotransmission to alter behavior and function in Addiction. The course will provide a working knowledge of toxicology principles that impact specific disease states and therapy.

Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to BOTH UG (407) and Graduate (707) level students. Posted by Dr. Mercier. 11/16

PCP Student Council + Appeal for a Meal

Appeal for a Meal is a Food Drive dedicated to providing Thanksgiving food (listed in the flyer) that will be given to underserved families within our community. PCP Student Council’s role is to fill the bags with the items on the list- this effort is shared between all of PCP faculty, students and staff! These bags are due between 9 AM on 11/20 and 11 AM on 11/21 in the ARC MPR.

Anyone can either donate food that is on the list or make a money donation. With that said, ANY amount will do! Instructions on how to make either donations are in the flyer!

GOAL: Create at least 5 bags which is roughly around $225. Please consider donating whatever you can :)

Any questions please email Maddy Burford mb20801295@sju.edu or Patricia Tanola nt20834727@sju.edu. 11/16

Learn more during Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month!

Did you know that American Indian and Alaska Native patients have a rate of contracting tuberculosis that is greater than 8 times that of non-Hispanic Caucasians? This is just one of many health disparities that we as healthcare providers can work to help reduce and eliminate through education and action! Check out the post to the left to learn more about the gaps in healthcare for these patients.

Can't click on the post attachment to the left to view it? Click the button below! Posted by Dr. Garcia. 11/13

View the post here

Professional Opportunities

ASCP Position for P1 Students Available!

We are looking for a P1 who is interested in becoming a liaison for ASCP! Please fill out this form to have a chance to be selected. It will be a great way to get involved earlier on and gain valuable leadership skills. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Kavitha Sukumar (@ks20828278@sju.edu). 11/16

P1 liaison interest form

Internship Opportunity - Short Term

Embark on a transformative journey with CPP's groundbreaking initiative, seeking passionate individuals to join a dynamic team dedicated to leveraging innovative data solutions for social impact. As a part of the Social Impact Empowerment Solutions project, you'll play a crucial role in crafting and presenting meritorious proposals that address pressing national issues in health, well-being, life science, safety, social services, and national security. This remote opportunity requires a commitment of approximately 9 hours per week, offering flexibility and the chance to apply and enhance your real-world skills in proposal writing, collaboration, innovation, and technical communication. The project spans until mid-December 2023 and requires a blend of expertise in virtualization, economics, statistics, healthcare finance, and a solid academic foundation in social science, life science, health, well-being, public safety, national, and economic security. For more information, see job #8423925 on Handshake. Posted by Dr. Peterson. 11/16

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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