Tickets on Sale for PCP Gala 2025!

PCP Gala is happening on Saturday, February 22nd from 6-10 PM in the Cardinal Foley Center on HH. Includes food, DJ/dancing, mocktails, photo-booth and 3 drink tickets for beer/wine/seltzer (21 years of age and older). Transportation provided to/from from U City. Cost is just $15 for PCP students/faculty/staff and $60 for non-PCP guests. Gala is made possible through a generous donation from Walgreens. Purchase tickets ASAP but no later than January 31st. Purchase tickets below. Posted by Dean Foote. 1/13

This week's FOW was written by Kavitha Sukumar, PharmD Class of 2025. Check it out HERE!

Events and General Announcements

Reminder - Course Add/Drop Deadline

The last day to make changes to your Spring schedule is Tuesday, January 21st at 11:59pm.

Review the Registration Tools & FAQs page for more information on add/drop and registration resources - including video tutorials and registration problems guide. Posted by Mr. Dominguez. 1/20

Student volunteers for ACPE site team visit

We are looking for 2-3 students in each of the P1, P2, P3, and P4 years who would be interested in meeting with the ACPE site team when they come to PCP for our focused accreditation site visit. The meeting is as a group of students with the site team members on 3/27 from 12:15-1:00pm. If selected, you will be excused from class. There will be a meeting to prepare you for what to expect ahead of time.
If interested, please fill out this form. Reach out to Dr. Bowen if you have any questions (jbowen@sju.edu). 1/20

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Events and General Announcements

PPA Annual Conference 2025

The 2025 PPA Annual Conference will be held from February 14-16 at the Hilton Harrisburg. Students are encouraged to attend to gain valuable professional development and networking opportunities. Key student sessions include Pharmacy Business Vitals, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, and Pharmacy Finance Essentials. To register, sign up by January 31, 2025, with a discounted rate available for PPA members. Be sure to register only for the days you can attend. Hotel reservations should be made by January 24, 2025, using the special PPA group rate; rooms should be booked in groups of 3-4 to simplify reimbursement. The Dean’s office will reimburse registration costs and some hotel expenses, but payments must be made under your name. If you plan to miss class on Friday, February 14, please fill out the excused absence form as soon as possible. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your skills and connect with peers in the pharmacy profession! Please reach out to Joel Issac (ji20834100@sju.edu) with any questions! 1/16

Reminder - Course Add/Drop Deadline

The last day to make changes to your Spring schedule is Tuesday, January 21st at 11:59pm. Review the Registration Tools & FAQs page for more information on add/drop and registration resources - including video tutorials and registration problems guide.

Welcome Back Students!

Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope you all enjoyed your holiday break. It is time to get back on the PCP grind! As you ease into your spring schedule remember that Tuesday, January 21st, is the last day to make any changes to your schedule. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the add/drop period. Posted by Mr. Dominguez. 1/13

May Graduates - Apply to Graduate by March 1st!

If you are projected to graduate in May 2025, please submit an Application to Graduate before March 1st. You will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony without an application. Posted by Mr. Dominguez. 1/13

P1-P4 Pharmacy Students! Special Scholarships Available.

Several scholarships are available by application. Go to the "2025 PCP Scholarship" tab of the PCP Student Google Site. Each scholarship requires a short essay. The deadline to apply for any scholarship is January 31st. Students may apply for more than one scholarship but because scholarships are limited, the likelihood of one student receiving multiple scholarships is low. Posted by Dean Foote. 1/13

Pharmaceutical Industry Elective

Curious about other options for a career path within pharmacy other than community and clinical practice? Potentially interested in pursuing an industry fellowship after graduation? Looking to expand your professional network? If any of this sounds interesting to you, consider enrolling in the PHP359 Introduction to Pharmaceutical Industry elective that will meet on Tuesdays from 3-4:50 PM. The course offers exposure to the various functional areas within the pharmaceutical industry as well as networking opportunities with people in each one of those areas. Register today and tell your friends! Posted by Dr. Hollands. 1/13

Live Webinar! Career Pathways: Providing Insights on BPS Board Certification with Expert Guidance

We invite you to seize this opportunity to invest in your future and join the ranks of pharmacists recognized as experts in their field. The APhA-APPM Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Standing Committee is extending an invitation to student pharmacists, residents, fellows, and new practitioners interested in pursuing BPS certifications to connect with current BPS ambassadors on Wednesday January 22nd, 2025 at 7:00pm ET.

Register now to explore the transformative impact of BPS Board Certification on pharmacy specialties. In addition to facilitating career advancement, board-certified pharmacists benefit from financial incentives, professional recognition among interprofessional colleagues, and opportunities for continuous practice development through recertification pathways. Join us to discover how BPS Board Certification can align with your career aspirations, foster professional growth, and enhance your overall fulfillment in the field. 1/13

Register by January 20th, 2025!

China 2025! Application due Monday February 3rd!

Information on "Discover Jiangsu" - the two week program on Traditional Chinese Medicine is posted on the PCP Student Google Site. The application, found on the site, is due February 3rd! Posted by Dean Foote. 1/13

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