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March 31, 2025
Events and General Announcements
RSVP Extended! The Prescription for Managing Student Loans and Debt!
Please join Shane Witt from Team Hicks for an educational event focused on managing debt, with a specific focus on student loans. The program will provide an update on Federal Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness and how to balance lifestyle, debt, saving and investing! Friday, April 4 2025. Time: 12:30 - 1:30pm (Q&A 1:30 -2pm for those that can stay). Location: University City - Rosenberger 102. Food provided! Please RSVP by Tuesday 4/1 !! 3/31
Meet Recruiters from ACME Pharmacy & Rite Aid On Campus!
Recruiters and regional leaders from Rite Aid and ACME Pharmacy will be on campus on Wednesday, April 9 from 12:00 - 2:00pm in the IPEX 3rd Floor Lobby space. Stop by their tables to grab some swag and learn more about their internship and pharmacist opportunities. 3/31
NJPhA Executive Board Application Available Now! Apply for Communications Coordinator or Event Coordinator!
Application is listed below including a Google Doc with the position duties outlined. Applications are due by April 11th at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions please reach out to Reanna Paxton at rp20838896@sju.edu. 3/31
SNPhA Elections!
📣 SNPhA 2025–2026 Elections Are Here! 📣
Ready to make a difference in your community and be a voice for change while advancing your career in Pharmacy? Applications for the 2025–2026 SNPhA Executive Board are now open! Whether you're passionate about public health, industry, residency, leadership, advocacy, or uplifting your peers—this is your chance to step up.
🗳 Election Date: April 24
📝 Applications Due: April 20 – Apply now!
📍 Make an impact through service, leadership, and unity.
SNPhA has already made waves—raising over $2500, hosting a 100+ student conference, leading health screenings, and helping launch the DREAM EXPO. Now it’s your turn to help shape the future.
Join the legacy. Lead with purpose. 💊🌍 3/31
How Cultures Heal
Join SSHP and Operation Homeopathy for a Kahoot to learn about different cultures use of homeopathic medicine and win fun prizes! 3/31
SNPhA Announcement: DREAM Expo – Inspiring Future Healthcare Leaders!
📢 Calling all Pharmacy Students (U1s and U2s included)!
We are thrilled to announce that DREAM Expo 2025, hosted by Health Educated, Inc. In partnership with Philly Student Doctors (PSD) and the Saint Joseph’s University SNPhA Chapter is returning—bigger and better than ever! Join us in making a difference at the DREAM Expo, an incredible opportunity to inspire middle school students to explore careers in healthcare by volunteering! This event focuses on underrepresented minorities, helping bridge the representation gap in the medical field.
🗓 Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: St. Joseph’s University, University City Campus
📌 Address: 730 S 43rd Street, Philadelphia, PA
🚍 Free transportation available from Chester, PA, Wilmington, DE, and Camden, NJ!
Event Highlights:
✨ Healthcare provider meet & greet
✨ Youth workshops with college students
✨ Interactive sessions for parents/guardians
✨ Dance party, games, and prizes
✨ Breakfast and lunch provided
Let’s show up and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals! 🙌 3/31
Kenvue Industry Day Site Visit!- RSVP NOW!
On April 10th from 2:45PM to 6PM, you will have the opportunity engage in Kenvue’s Industry Day including a Pharmacist Panel and Fellowship Event. This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about the different functional areas and network with industry professionals - with free dinner provided!
Please RSVP by April 3rd - spots are limited and registration will close after 75 students. RSVP link can also be found in our bio.
Dress code is business casual and remember to bring a government-issued photo ID! Transportation will not be provided so please be prepared to arrange your own transportation.
Register now and join IPhO on a field trip to Kenvue! 3/31
Intern & Job Opportunities
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Events and General Announcements
Celebrating Women's History Month - First Woman Pharmacist Graduate and PCP Alum!
Susan Hayhurst was the first woman to graduate with a degree in pharmacy in the United States, from none other than the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. Susan Hayhurst worked for over 30 years at the Woman's Hospital of Philadelphia, a pharmacy where at the time was one of the only places for women to train to become a pharmacist. Check out the infographic created by P4 Colleen Huzinec, and click here to read an article published in 1911 describing Susan Hayhurst's memorial service to learn more about her life and accomplishments (page 32 - 39). 03/27
PCP-SSHP Executive Board Elections
It is time for SSHP Executive Board elections! SSHP is a great organization to get involved with if you are interested in clinical pharmacy and/or plan on pursuing a residency after school. All positions provide the opportunity to learn more and perfect your leadership skills. Fill out the google form to apply, DUE Sunday 4/13!!
The attached document lists the roles and responsibilities of each E-Board role. If you have any position related questions, feel free to contact the current member who holds that position (listed on the roles and responsibilities document). All other questions can be directed to Rachel Chan (rc20834387@sju.edu). 03/27
Apply for a PCPediatrics Position!
Interested in pediatric pharmacy? Join our eboard by applying using the link or scan the QR! Google form applications are due by April 5th. We will then hold in person elections on April 8th from 2-3PM. Any questions? Contact Chris Khov (ck20838924@sju.edu). 03/27
APhA's Operation SUD: Bread & Benevolence
Come join Operation SUD on FRIDAY, 3/28 from 12:30-1:30pm in STC 137 as we make sandwich meal packs to be donated to the Kensington Project to support those experiencing SUD. Participants will gain raffle tickets (based on the number of sandwiches made) for a chance to win a prize… MATCHING CAPYBARA PLUSH KEYCHAINS!! Hope to see you there! For questions, contact Isabella Granieri (isabella.granieri@sju.edu). 03/27
Brief, Online Geriatric Education Research Survey - Participants Needed!
Hello everyone! We are conducting a research project exploring the challenges of geriatric medicine in the current healthcare system. Based on the responses to this survey, we will be able to evaluate which group of students might benefit from additional geriatric training to improve the delivery of care to this patient population. We are inviting you to participate in a brief 10-15 minute, anonymous, voluntary online survey to gain insight into this topic. Your perspectives as future healthcare professionals are crucial to our understanding of the education provided in curriculums to adequately address the evolving needs of older adults. To participate in the survey, please click the button below. For more information, contact principal investigator Dr. Laura Finn at lfinn@sju.edu, or co-investigators Leah Peterman (lp20833088@sju.edu) or Isabel Coulter-Daly (ic20833382@sju.edu). 03/27
Lambda Kappa Sigma Playa Bowls Fundraiser
Help support the sisters of LKS! Show the flyer or mention LKS at checkout Tuesday April 1st from 3-7 PM @ Playa Bowls on 3731 Walnut Street! 03/27
UCity student survey - give feedback on dining, fitness and recreation!
If you attend classes at UCity, your feedback is needed! Check your email from 3/26 for a link to the UCity Student Survey (also included here) where you can share your input on what kind of food you would like to see offered in the new coffee cafe being built in Woodland, what equipment you are hoping to use in the fitness center, and what kind of outdoor recreation programming you would participate in. You can share all this and more! Your opinions will inform the university's next steps about the UCity location so please complete the survey before April 9! Posted by Dr. Waite. 03/27
SEPTA construction project on 42nd St starts soon!
Alert to anyone who uses 42nd Street to access the UCity campus! SEPTA is starting a trolley track renewal project on 42nd Street between Spruce and Woodland, which will begin March 17th with rail welding and last through the end of May. Please note that the Route 30 will be detoured during this project. See the attached flyer for more details and plan your trip accordingly! Posted by Dr. Waite. 03/27
ACA E-Board Applications are Open!!
Interesting in compounding pharmacy? Looking for a leadership opportunity? ACA is PCP's only compounding organization. Scan the QR code or click the link to apply for ACA's next e-board by Friday 4/4! Feel free to reach out to Colleen (20838450@sju.edu) with any questions. 3/24
PSTA EBOARD NOMINATIONS!
A member of DPS and interested in shaping the future of our organization? Nominate yourself or a fellow member for a position on the Executive Board for Fall 2025! This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership role, make an impact, and help guide our DPS community. 3/24
The Prescription for Managing Student Loans and Debt!
Please join Shane Witt from Team Hicks for an educational event focused on managing debt, with a specific focus on student loans. The program will provide an update on Federal Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness and how to balance lifestyle, debt, saving and investing! Friday, April 4 2025. Time: 12:30 - 1:30pm (Q&A 1:30 -2pm for those that can stay). Location: University City - Rosenberger 102. Refreshments provided. You must RSVP at the button below by Monday 3/17 at 9 AM. Posted by Dean Foote. 3/24
SCCP Executive Board Elections: Now Accepting Applications!
The Student College of Clinical Pharmacy (SCCP) executive board applications for elections are now open! It's a great opportunity to network with clinical pharmacists, faculty, and gain experience in clinical pharmacy. See the link and flyer below. Applications are due on Sunday, April 26th by 11:59 PM. We look forward to welcoming your applications! Questions? Contact Somyia Elbready (selbready@sju.edu). 3/24
PCP@HH E-BOARD ELECTIONS
The Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at Hawk Hill aims to ease the transition between the U1 and U2 years on Hawk Hill to the P1-4 years on University City. We are looking for current U1, U2, and P1 students to apply to any of our e-board positions! See our Instagram (sju.pcpathh) for brief descriptions of each role. Reach out to any e-board member if you have questions! Use the link to apply :). 3/24
Spend the Day in Harrisburg for PPA LEGISLATIVE DAY!
PPA is excited to announce the 2025 Legislative Day being held on Monday, April 7 at the State Capitol, Harrisburg, PA! This is an awesome opportunity for students to directly interact with legislators, voice your concerns, and advocate for critical issues affecting the pharmacy profession. By joining forces with students from all corners of Pennsylvania, you'll play a vital role in driving positive transformations in pharmacy practice! Please feel free to reach out to Joel Issac (ji20834199@sju.edu) with any questions. We are excited for you to join us in Harrisburg! Click the button below to learn more about registration and excused absence. 03/20
PCP-SSHP + DVSHP Residency Post-Match Panel Interest Form
SSHP and DVSHP will be hosting our annual Post-Match Panel on Zoom! We are looking for P4 students who matched into a residency program as well as current residents to participate. If you are interested in sharing your experience, please fill out this Google Form. The deadline for signing up is April 4, 2025. Please spread the word to anyone else you know who matched, even if they attend another phamacy school! Reach out to Rachel Chan (rc20839837@sju.edu) or Miranda Pan (mp20839054@sju.edu) if you have any questions. 03/20
ASCP E-Board Elections
Looking for ways to get involved with the community and develop your leadership skills? Consider applying for an ASCP E-Board Position! There are 6 positions available and ASCP is a great opportunity for anyone who has interest in Consultant Pharmacy or working with geriatric patients. Applications are due Monday 3/31 at 11:59pm. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sabrina Bergey (sb10853657@sju.edu). 03/20
Volunteer Opportunity - P3s Preferred!
The Greater Philadelphia Pharmaceutical Association is looking for 2 - 4 student volunteers to help at the "Know Your Numbers" Health and Wellness Event on March 29th and April 26th. In addition to speaking to participants, there will be opportunities to take part in the Health Fair listening to talks and engaging with other health care professionals. Interested students should reach out to greaterphilapharma@gmail.com for further details including how to sign-up! 03/20
Intern & Job Opportunities
Interested in Learning About Sterile Compounding? Pharmacy Intern Positions Available!
P1-P3 students: Apply for a position as a sterile compounding pharmacy intern at Pentec Health.
Pentec Health is a large sterile compounding pharmacy located in Boothwyn, PA. Our compounding services are focused around renal nutrition and intrathecal specialty infusion. We are looking for P1- P3 pharmacy students to minimally work every other Sunday for an 8 hour shift. We do have more hours available if students wish to work during the week or while on break. Anyone interested can apply!
Please feel free to reach out to Sruthi Lakshminarayanan at sl20829564@sju.edu or Brendan Klar at bklar@pentechealth.com with any questions you may have about the position before applying. 03/20
Open Pharmacy Intern Positions at Pentec Health
We are hiring interns to start after spring semester is over. All interns are required to work every other Sunday for 8 hours throughout the year. If you are interested please apply using the link below. For referral or any questions, you can contact Angel Chen (ac20839440@sju.edu). 03/20
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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