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October 7, 2024
This week's FOW was written by Conor Glass, PharmD Candidate 2025. Check it out HERE.
Events and General Announcements
PCP Gala - Postponed
Due to multiple conflicts and a low interest, the Gala has been postponed till Spring Semester. Posted by Dean Foote. 10/7
Examsoft and OS updates
Apple recently announced the release of its new operating system, macOS Sequoia. Currently supported versions of Examplify will now support this operating system. They will align with Apple and retire support for macOS Monterey in November 2024.
Microsoft has also announced the upcoming release of new operating systems Windows 11 24H2, but the official date is not yet available. Please DO NOT update your devices to Windows 11 24H2 (including beta versions) until we certify Examplify’s compatibility with the new version for Windows. Posted by Dr. Bowen. 10/7
Careers in Pharmacy Week! American Pharmacists Month
Phi Delta Chi presents Careers in Pharmacy Week! Come talk to our Brothers about the career path you're interested in. Featured careers include medical affairs at a small industry company, specialty pharmacy, and cannabis/ academia! 10/7
*NEW LINK* CVS Lunch & Learn - Best Practices Before and After Graduation (RSVP NOW!)
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! 10/7
Professional Opportunities
Looking for Student Interns Interested in Gaining Advanced Community Practice Experience!
Flip the Pharmacy Intern Program Deadline Extension to October 11th, 2024! For more about the program and how to apply, click the button below.
Application materials should be sent to PPA Executive Fellow, Natalie Klek, at nklek@papharmacists.com by October 11th, 2024 at 11:59pm. Posted by Dr. Jeon. 10/7
Volunteer for DEA Drug Take Back Day!
DEA drug take back day is Saturday, October 26. Sign up to participate in the event and promote safe disposal of medications with Operation OTC. This is a great community service opportunity, and you don't have to stay for the whole time. This event will be held on the UCity and Hawk Hill campuses from 10am - 2pm. Please reach out to Colleen Chung (cc20838450@sju.edu) with any questions. 10/7
Volunteers needed for Philly Kidney Walk!
Join us for the Philly Kidney Walk on October 27th! SNPhA, Project Keepsake, and Temple University are coming together to raise awareness and support for kidney health. Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success. Sign up using the QR code! Contact Isabel Coulter-Daly if you have questions ic20833382@sju.edu. 10/7
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
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
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
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
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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