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February 8, 2024
This week's FOW was written by Jessica Baals, PharmD Candidate 2024. Check it out HERE!
Events and General Announcements
RSVP to the Founders' Day Celebration! Student edition!
Come and celebrate the founding of PCP! Thursday February 22nd, 1-2:30 PM in the ARC MPR! RSVP's by February 11th are required! Click the button below to RSVP. Note this event is limited to PCP faculty, staff and students only. Sponsored by Walgreens. Posted by Dean Foote. 2/8
Name Badge Sale: Phi Delta Chi!
Each name badge is $10. Extra $2 for pin. Fill out the form before March 3rd, 2024! Questions? Email Andrew Decina at ad20838952@sju.edu. 2/8
Reminder: Student Travel
Students who are interested in attending a professional meeting are reminded to review the policy (found on the PCP Google site). All requests must be made at least 3 weeks prior to the trip. Late requests will be denied and/or reduced. 2/8
Living Beyond Breast Cancer Volunteers Needed
Living Beyond Breast Cancer, a Philadelphia-based breast cancer support and education nonprofit, is looking for volunteers for its annual Conference on Metastatic Breast Cancer. The conference features the latest information on research and treatment options, as well as sessions that discuss the emotional effects of a diagnosis. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles including greeting and gift giveaways from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, April 19. The conference will take place at the Hilton Penn’s Landing (201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106). Food/snacks will be provided, parking will be reimbursed, and volunteer hours documentation can be provided. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill this form out by February 26th. Volunteer spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis so you may be placed on a waitlist. 2/8
Valentine's Day Cards for CHOP!
Come make Valentine's Day cards for patients at CHOP with Operation Heart! We will be in STC Atrium from 1-2PM on February 14th! Stop by to learn more about cardiovascular disease and grab some Valentine's candy as well! 2/8
SCCP SPRING GBM
SCCP is having our spring GBM Thursday February 15th from 1-2pm at STC 0237. If you're interested in any aspect of clinical pharmacy, stop by to learn about all our events we have planned including things such as: bite size learning, spelling bee, speaker panel, etc. Snacks will be provided! 2/8
All PCP students who need to write - the Writing Center is here for you!
Lab reports - Citations - Outlines - Reflective Writing - and more! The Writing Center is open for in-person appointments in England 212, Monday - Thursday from 5-8 PM, and online appointments are available during the day. We can help with brainstorming, outlining, citations, and reviewing any type of written assignment. We also have tutors from all kinds of programs and majors (including PCP!). Come visit us to make your next assignment amazing! 2/8
Professional Opportunities
IMANA Scholarships
The Islamic medical Association of North American (IMANA) has a call for its annual scholarships. Click the button below for more information. The deadline to submit is March 15th. Posted by Dean Foote. 2/8
CVS Meeting for 2024 Pharmacy Graduates
Hello Class of 2024!
Please see attached about CV Meeting for Pharmacy Graduates! Posted by Dr. Greene. 2/8
Events and General Announcements
DVSHP Poster Presentation Night - Save the Date
DVSHP will be hosting a poster presentation night on May 14th 2024 at a TBD restaurant in Center City. Abstract submission details will come in the following weeks. Please contact Alexis Saladino, as20842503@sju.edu for any additional questions. 2/5
HSPAL Pharmacy Resident Speaker
Interested in learning about pharmacy residency opportunities in Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership (HSPAL)? SSHP is hosting a virtual information session at 6:00 pm on 2/19 with Atra Mouser, a current HSPAL resident from Houston Methodist Hospital. This is a great way to explore pharmacy administration and to learn more about career paths available after completing a HSPAL residency. Please refer to the flyer for the Zoom meeting information.
Please contact Luz Rosario (lr20828151@sju.edu) or Joey Ricchezza (jr10781590@sju.edu) with any questions. 2/1
PCP-SSHP The Leadership Series
Come join us for our Leadership Series events to be entered into a raffle! Members that attend these events will be entered into a raffle for each event (1 event = 1 raffle ticket). Raffle includes an owala bottle, blanket hoodie, pill plushie and more!
HSPAL Pharmacy Resident Speaker
February 19th at 6pm on Zoom
Atra Mouser, PGY2 HSPAL resident from Houston Methodist Hospital. Join us virtually for an information session! This presentation will provide a look into pharmacy administration and leadership residency.
CV/Resume Workshop PCP-SSHP x PLS
February 27th from 4-6pm at LLC 101 and Zoom
Improve your LinkedIn, get interview preparation from Career Center and more from in-person tutors!
Upcoming Speaker Event and Community Service Opportunities TBD.
Stay tuned for updates and more events!
If you have any questions, reach out to Luz Rosario (lr20828151@sju.edu). 2/1
Operation Script Your Future presents Fill A Pill Box!
Want to learn more about ways to improve medication adherence? Come join us on February 15th in the STC Atrium from 1-3 PM to learn about using pill boxes as a way to be more adherent to medications! You’ll be able to fill up your own pill box with candies and other sweet treats based on a patient’s medication list and take the box home with you. Please reach out to Miranda Pan (mp20839054@sju.edu) or Catherine Lu (cl20839740@sju.edu) if you have any questions! 2/1
Professional Opportunities
Volunteers needed for BP Screenings!
In celebration of American Heart Month, the Healthcare Ministry will be hosting weekly BP screenings throughout the month of February at New Mt Olive Baptist Church in Wilmington, DE. DPHA is looking for volunteers to conduct BP screenings on February 11th and 25th from 11:30 to 1:30 PM. Please reach out to Dr. Motley, kmotley@sju.edu, or Alexis Saladino, as20842503@sju.edu if you have any interest or questions! 2/5
SJU Fellowships Office Looking for Applicants!
The SJU Fellowships Office is looking for undergraduate and graduate students to apply for several scholarship and fellowship opportunities related to research, service, leadership, and experiences abroad. The office is looking to include more BIPOC, first-generation, and Pell Grant-eligible applicants, but ALL interested students are encouraged to apply or reach out to the Office for more information. Posted by Dr. Garcia. 2/5
P2 Students - Be a Pre-req Ambassador!
Looking to add Leadership to your CV? We're looking for a few students who are willing to serve as Pre-req Ambassadors. Students reported the the Ambassadors were extremely helpful last year. Pre-req Ambassadors are P3 students who have a good understanding of how to get pre-reqs done. They help their peers by providing insight on how to complete pre-reqs, creating a strategy to complete pre-reqs on time, and serving as a source of information and motivation.
Sign up using the button by Fri, Feb 9. Posted by Dr. Motley. 2/1
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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