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February 6, 2025
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 February 7th. Purchase tickets below. Posted by Dean Foote. 1/13
Events and General Announcements
Reminder to Apply to Graduate
Students who are projected to graduate in May 2025 must Apply to Graduate. Your degree cannot be awarded and you can't participate in the commencement ceremony without this. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2025. You can find the application on the Student tab in The Nest under Graduation & Commencement. 2/6
Now Accepting Application - APhA Institute on Substance Use Disorders
We are now accepting applications from P1 and P2 pharmacy students interested in attending the APhA Institute on Substance Use Disorders scheduled on May 28th - May 31st in Salt Lake City, Utah. Students and faculty who attend consistently describe this as a highly meaningful and educational experience. Partial funding support is available for students who are selected. See the APhA Institute Website for details about the conference. Contact Dr. Owens (nowens@sju.edu) if you are interested in attending or would like more information. 2/6
2025 Annual Research Day
The 2025 Annual Research Day will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2025, from 5:30-8 p.m. at University City in the Athletic/Recreation Center (ARC). Research Day is a University-wide poster session meant to recognize students’ research and scholarly efforts and highlight aspects of faculty endeavors in any discipline or focus. Students and faculty are invited to submit their abstracts for inclusion in the event. The abstract submission form is now open through Monday, March 10, 2025. You must include an IRB, IACUC and/or IBC protocol number and approval date (if applicable). Posted by Dean Foote. 2/6
SYF - PharmaFacts! What's the Answer?
SYF will be hosting a month-long event (February 7 - March 28) on Instagram, sharing medication and healthcare information though a fun Q&A format. Check out our Instagram page (@sju_pcpsyf) for more details. Plus, qualified participants will have a chance to win an exciting PRIZE BASKET!🎉Don't miss out! 2/6
APhA Meet the E-Board
Want to become a leader but don’t know how to get involved? There’s always a spot for you with APhA! Come meet the E-Board on our instagram, @sjupcp.aphaasp, as we post mini-interviews for each of our E-Board positions. APhA E-Board applications are just around the corner and this is a great way to put yourself out there! Please see the flyer for more information! 2/6
ASCP Valentine's Day Bake Sale and Card Making
Want a sweet treat for you and your valentine? Come out to ASCP's Valentine's Day Bake Sale on February 14 from 12 - 2pm @ 3rd floor IPEX to pick up a tasty snack. While you're here, make a Valentine's card for residents of a local nursing home to spread all the love!! Contact Aidan Samayoa @ as20836691@sju.edu with any questions or concerns. Excited to see everyone there! 2/6
Interested in learning about Board Certification?
Thinking about board certification but not sure where to start? Join us for an exclusive session with Dr. Bingham, who will break down the process, benefits, and how certification can open doors in your pharmacy career.
This is a great opportunity for students to gain early insights, ask questions, and start planning for future success. Don’t miss out! 2/6
📅 Date: 2/11
📍 Location: Zoom
⏰ Time: 2-3pm
Region 1 and 2 Conference
Don’t miss the SNPhA Region 1 & 2 Conferences! Join us to connect with peers, enhance your skills, and engage with inspiring leaders in pharmacy. Registration fees will be reimbursed for attendees:
$100 for general attendees
$150 for e-board members
Up to $200 for those participating in poster presentations or skills competitions.
Click the button below for more info! 2/6
Intern & Job Opportunities
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Events and General Announcements
PCP Student Council Meeting
The PCP Student Council is holding its next meeting on WEDNESDAY, February 19th, 2025, at 7 pm. Make sure to come out and have your voice heard! We look forward to seeing everyone there! 2/3
Prescription for Success
Join the Health Professions RLC on Zoom on February 17 at 5 PM to hear from Elysia Burke (PharmD, BCIDP), an Infectious Disease Pharmacist Specialist who currently works for UPMC! This information session is helpful for any pharmacist looking for tips and tricks for Pharmacy School or getting into a specialized pharmaceutical career! 2/3
APhA Annual Conference March 21-24, 2025!
The 2025 APhA Annual Conference is slowly approaching! If you are interested or considering attending, please fill out this FORM as soon as you can. More information will be communicated to those who complete the form! If you missed the first interest meeting or need a refresher, we will be hosting another Q&A session this Wednesday (2/5) at 7pm!
Please click HERE to join the zoom or enter the information below.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS FEBRUARY 6TH (THURSDAY). 2/3
Script Your Future -- Valentine's Day Fill a Pill Box!
Come fill a med list with FREE candy on VALENTINE'S DAY! SYF will be hosting a Pill Box event in STC 137 on 2/14! If you have any questions please reach out to ac20839440@sju.edu. 2/3
Phi Delta Chi Recruitment Event
Phi Delta Chi will be hosting a recruitment event for anyone who is interested in becoming a brother. For those interested, we will be hosting a Squid Games inspired event at Doyle Banquet Hall South, on the Hawk Hill campus at 8 pm on February 7th, 2025. We hope to see you there! 1/30
ISO pharmacy students for spring 2025 recruitment events!
It's that time of year... to recruit new pharmacy students to join the PCP pharmily! We are looking for students who are interested in helping with Admitted Student Days (and other periodic events) this spring. Admitted Student Days are Sunday, February 16; Saturday, March 15; and Saturday April 5, and students would be engaging in interactive activities in the patient care simulation suite, community and inpatient pharmacies in the IPEX 3rd floor. Time commitment is approximately 12:30-3pm on each day. If you are interested, please submit this Google form and Dr. Waite will be in touch with you as each event gets closer. If you are interested in being on a list for possible recruitment events that come up during the semester, fill out the form and select that option, and Dr. Waite will be in touch with opportunities as they arise. Thank you for considering! Meeting current students is always the favorite part of the event so you are important!!! Posted by Dr. Waite. 1/30
Basic Life Support Course Registration - February 8, 2025
The CPR Leadership Team at Saint Joseph’s University will be offering Basic Life Support (BLS) courses on Saturday, February 8 (Session 1: 8:00am-11:30am; Session 2: 11:30am-3:00pm; Session 3: 3:00pm-6:30pm) at Saint Joseph’s University - University City Location on IPEX 3rd Floor.
Click the button below for more important information.
To register for one of these BLS courses and submit payment, please use the link at the button below. Posted by Dr. Bingham. 1/30
PCP Quarter Zip Sale!-hosted by Rho Chi
This is the order form for the PCP Quarter Zip hosted by Rho Chi. Quarter Zips are $45. We have a variety of colors! All items are Sport-Tek performance gear with stitched designs. We expect it take about 4 weeks to come in after the order form closes. If you have any questions feel free to email Carson Sysko (cs20833402@sju.edu) or Joey Ricchezza (jr10781590@sju.edu).
Orders are due by Monday 2/10, by 11:59pm. 1/30
PCP@HH Looking for P2-P4 IPPE Panelists!
PCP@HH is hosting an IPPE informational event/panel to educate current U2s on the pre-req, selection, and IPPE processes. We are looking for P2s and P3s who can share their IPPE experiences, specifically regarding their P1 site. It is on Wednesday, February 5 at 5:30pm on the Hawk Hill campus (Mandeville 123). Please reach out to Carly Robinson (cr10781627@sju.edu) if you are interested or have any questions! 1/30
UMR Valentine's Day Candy Gram Sale!
Need a sweet treat this Valentines day? UMR is selling candy gram pill bottles! Come out to make one for yourself or for someone special! It will be on 2/13 on the second and third floor of IPEX. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Jt20839876@sju.edu. 1/30
Lambda Kappa Sigma Recruitment events!
Lambda Kappa Sigma is a professional pharmacy fraternity dedicated to elevating women in pharmacy *new* to PCP! The chapter has just been reactivated here at PCP in Fall 2024 but was originally founded here in 1920. Not only do we offer great professional opportunities but also foster a connection between other women in PCP for sisterhood and memories that will last a lifetime! Follow us on instagram @SJU_LKS for more information. See the flyer for all of our upcoming events we'd love to meet you all! RSVP with this link or on our instagram! Interested in joining but can't make it to events? let us know! posted by Caterina Pica cp20839572@sju.edu. 1/30
Save the date!! DVSHP's Platform Presentation Night, May 13th 2025
The Delaware Valley Society of Health System Pharmacists (DVSHP) has arranged a celebratory night in which those who want to join have the opportunity to present posters on health-system pharmacy. This will be hosted at a center city restaurant! Location TBD! Presentation topics can include: evaluative study reports, descriptive reports, case reports. This is an awesome opportunity to gain experience in delivering a professional presentation in a low stakes, welcoming environment of pharmacist and DVSHP members. You will get to network as well as gain feedback on your presentation! 1/30
American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) Spring GBM
Interested in Geriatric Pharmacy? Now's your chance to see what ASCP is all about before all of our awesome events coming up this semester at our Spring General Body Meeting. Enjoy SHAKE SHACK in STC 237 on February 6th at 1pm to learn about volunteering opportunities and ways to get involved on and off campus. Have any questions? Contact Aidan Samayoa @ as20836691@sju.edu. Excited to see everyone there! 1/30
Doses of Love from SSHP!
Dispense DOSES OF LOVE to you loved ones this Valentine's Day from SSHP! Orders can be made from 2/3 to 2/13. We will deliver the bags to pharmacy students in class, but you are more than welcome to order bags for non pharmacy students (we will deliver the bags to the buyer instead). The bags are 1 for $2 and 3 for $5. Fill out this form and Venmo @Rbchan or pay Rachel Chan in cash.
Any questions? Contact Rachel Chan rc20834387@sju.edu. 1/30
Reminder! Make your application to travel to China this summer! Deadline is February 3rd!
Information and the application link for "Discover Jiangsu" - the two week program on Traditional Chinese Medicine is posted on the PCP Student Google Site. Posted by Dean Foote. 1/27
Lottery Lab Rooms Update
See button below for lottery labs times and locations. Posted by Dr. Greene. 1/27
Phi Delta Chi Recruitment Events!
Phi Delta Chi Epsilon is a nationally recognized professional pharmacy fraternity with 50,000+ alumni. The PCP chapter has over 1000 alumni on their registry. Alumni events are a great networking opportunity to meet PCP grads you have something in common with. Some past events include dinner reunions, golf outings, and national fraternity events.
Phi Delta Chi provides leadership opportunities with our yearly elected executive board, and collegiate national positions for service and resume building. Anyone who is interested in becoming a Brother is strongly encouraged to attend the events we have planned. You can get more updates and information on our instagram, @sju_phideltachi_epsilon. 1/27
FREE HEADSHOTS !! 📸
Are you getting ready for residency, fellowship, or internship interviews? Are you prepping for APPEs? Well, you are most likely in need of headshots! Even if you just want a headshot for your professional year, PLS + Rho Chi is hosting FREE HEADSHOTS on Thursday, February 6th from 1-3 PM in LLC 102. ANY STUDENT (not limited to PLS and Rho Chi members) can sign up for a time slot using the QR code on the flyer or click the link attached. Please prepare to bring $1 to tip the photographer. If you have any questions please contact Rebecca Lucas (rl20833984@sju.edu) or Joey Ricchezza (jr10781590@sju.edu). 1/27
Intern & Job Opportunities
Lehigh Valley Hospital – Schuylkill in Pottsville, PA is now hiring a pharmacy intern!
This is a great opportunity to build your resume and experience hospital pharmacy. Posted by Dr. Greene. 1/30
Pharmacy Student Openings with Penn Medicine
Penn Medicine is hiring Pharmacy Interns for Penn Presbyterian, HUP and HUP Cedar (54th St.) The link below will take students to the postings. Posted by Dr. Greene. 1/27
CVS Health Residency Program Application Deadline Extension
CVS Health has 4 PGY-1 Residency programs for which we have extended the application deadline!
Click on the links below to explore our open programs in Specialty, Long Term Care and Community. When you are ready, log into PhORCAS and submit all materials, no later than February 10, 2025, to be considered.
PGY-1 Specialty Pharmacy Community-Based Residency located in Portland, Maine
PGY-1 Omnicare Community Pharmacy Residency located in Toledo, Ohio
PGY-1 Community Based Pharmacy Residency based in Texas
PGY-1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency based in Florida
Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Wendy Perreault | University Relations Manager - Experiential Learning & Residency, CVS Health p 518-248-2399 | f 401-652-9323. Posted by Prof. Thomson. 1/27
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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.
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