Spill The Pills! PCP News September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023
Fundamental of the Week (FOW) This weeks FOW was written by Dean Foote. Check it out HERE!
Events and General Announcements
New Faculty Leadership Appointments! I am pleased to announce recent leadership appointments to the Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and School of Health Professions. Dr. Cathy Poon, previously chair of the department of pharmacy practice (DPP), has taken on the role of interim dean, School of Health Professions. Dr. Angela Bingham, previously vice-chair of DPP has stepped into the role of acting chair of DPP. Finally, Dr. Danielle Alm was appointed acting vice-chair of DPP. Please join me in congratulating these individuals on their new roles and thank them for their service to the University. - Dean Foote. Posted by Dean Foote. 9/7
PCPediatrics 1st General Body Meeting! Are you interested in learning how pharmacists can make a positive impact on one of the most vulnerable and interesting patient populations? Join PCPediatrics for our 1st GBM on Tuesday, September 19th, 2-3pm in PTC 140 to learn about our super fun upcoming events and how you can get further involved! Check out the flyer HERE. 9/7
FREE PIZZA with Phi Delta Chi! Join Phi Delta Chi, PCP's professional pharmacy fraternity, on September 18th at 7PM in LLC 101 to learn about joining our chapter while enjoying free pizza. Check out out instagram @phideltachi_epsilon for more details. 9/7
ASHP Foundation has ASHP Midyear Travel Award Program Supporting Diversity in the Pharmacy Workforce! The ASHP Foundation is pleased to announce a new competitive travel award program designed to enhance the diversity and inclusivity of the pharmacy workforce for those in pharmacy school seeking post-graduate training, residency, or fellowships. The ASHP Midyear Travel Award Program will provide stipends of $500 to at least 30 current PharmD candidates expected to graduate from pharmacy school in Spring 2024. The stipends are designed to offset travel expenses associated with attending the 2023 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition. For more information, click HERE. 9/7
All Pharmacy Students - APhA-ASP GBM!! Looking to get involved? Come out to the campus's largest pharmacy organization's general body meeting on Thursday, September 14th at 1-3PM in the ARC MPR! As an umbrella organization, APhA-ASP prides itself in offering insights into a wide array of pharmacy practice settings, helping students navigate and understand the diverse paths our profession offers. This meeting presents a chance for students to engage in enriching leadership and professional development opportunities centered on patient care, such as co-chair and committee positions. Hear about our upcoming events and enjoy free pizza! Your future in pharmacy is broad and bright; let APhA-ASP help you chart the way! Follow us on instagram @pcpaphaasp. Please reach out to Shikha Patel (sp20832653@sju.edu) with any questions. Check out the flyer HERE. 9/7
National Patient Counseling Competition (NPCC) Interest Form! Looking for a fun way to get involved in APhA? The National Patient Counseling Competition is a great way to participate as a contestant or as a volunteer! If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or a participant please fill out this form and we will contact you in the coming weeks with further information! The first round of NPCC will occur sometime in mid-October and the second round competition will be in mid-November! This is a great opportunity to become a volunteer or to practice your patient counseling skills! The winner of NPCC on our campus will have the opportunity to represent PCP nationally, and also receives a fully paid trip to APhA's annual conference (This year is in Orlando, FL)! The interest form can be found HERE. 9/7
Script Your Future Co-Chair Positions - Apply Now! Join our Script Your Future team and be a part of something meaningful! We are a dedicated operation within the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy's APhA-ASP chapter, driven by a powerful mission: to promote medication adherence and foster healthier lives for individuals throughout our community. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, we invite you to take the first step in becoming a co-chair by completing this form. Please keep in mind that all co-chairs must become a national APhA member. 9/7
PCP-SSHP's SSHPIE Fundraising Event! PCP-SSHP's first fundraising event is here! Come pie some of your favorite eboard members on September 13th from 5-7PM outside the STC. 1 pie for $3, 2 pies for $5, and toppings are an extra $1. See you all there! Check out the flyer HERE. 9/7
P3's! The PCP Dean's office is supporting a 2 year membership to PPA or NJPhA! Thanks to the generosity of PCP alumni and friends, the PCP dean's office is able to support a 2 year membership in PPA or NJPhA. Complete this survey by end of Day, Thursday September 14th. Deadline to complete the form will not be extended. Posted by Dean Foote. 9/7
UMR EBoard Applications Open! The United Missions for Relief and Development (UMR) are looking for EBoard members for the 2023-2024 academic year! UMR is an organization focused on supporting relief missions locally and globally. No experience is needed and this is a great way to uplift communities by relieving their needs. If you are interested in an EBoard position, please submit THIS FORM by Tuesday September 19th at 11:59 PM. Check out our flyer! 9/7
Intern and Job Positions
No new announcements
Events and General Announcements
Basic Life Support Registration with CPR Leadership Team! The CPR Leadership Team at Saint Joseph’s University will be offering Basic Life Support (BLS) courses on...
Saturday, September 16 (Session 1: 8:00am-11:30am; Session 2: 11:30am-3:00pm; Session 3: 3:00pm-6:30pm). Sunday September 17 (Session 4: 8:00am-11:30am; Session 5: 11:30am-3:00pm) in IPEX 3rd Floor on campus.
For more details on what to bring and the cost, click HERE. The training offered by the CPR Leadership Team at Saint Joseph's University is American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS). This course is intended for students and faculty/staff who want to learn life-saving skills, especially those who need to document their completion of the CPR requirement or with certification expiring this semester. To register for one of these BLS courses and submit payment, please use this link. Posted by Dr. Bingham. 9/4
P4s: Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) Fellowship Webinar through Thomas Jefferson University! Thomas Jefferson University, in conjunction with Teva, is having informational webinars for our 2024-2026 HEOR fellowships. Interested students can sign up for either session on 9/14 or 9/21 at 6pm EST/5pm CST by RSVPing here. Posted by Dr. Hollands. 9/4
PCP Student Organization Fair - OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS! Looking to expand your involvement and extracurriculars within PCP? Well look no further, as PCP Student Council will be hosting a PCP Student Organization Fair on Tuesday September 12th at 2pm-3pm in the STC Atrium. PCP currently has 20 active student organizations including honor societies, specialty groups, state affiliates, student council, a fraternity and a newly founded pre-professional pharmacy club. This is a great way to network with peers, find volunteering opportunities, grow as a leader and learn about so many different areas of pharmacy! Please direct any questions to Luz Rosario, VP of Student Orgs (lr20828151@sju.edu). Check out the flyer HERE. 9/4
Deadline to APPLY to be a PCP Student Council Member is September 4th! PCP Student Council is now opening up the application to be a class representative for your year, or to be a part of a faculty committee! Being a class representative is a great leadership opportunity that helps bridge our classmates with the Council so we can better serve our peers. Being part of a committee focuses on different aspects of PCP that can perform better with the input of dedicated student leaders. THE APPLICATION IS DUE SEPTEMBER 4TH. These roles require your attendance in monthly PCP Student Council meetings and varying frequency of meetings within each committee. 22-23 members of PCP student council must re-apply. The application provides the responsibilities of each open position. 8/31
Co-Chair Opportunity for Operation Homeopathy! Join us to become a part of APhA-ASP’s new operation at PCP! Operation Homeopathy is centered around educating future pharmacists and the community about this additional approach to improve the health of our patients. Are you interested in leadership opportunities? Are you interested in learning more about and educating others about homeopathy? Then fill out this co-chair interest form! 8/31
Intern and Job Positions
No continuing announcements
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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