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October 2, 2023
Events and General Announcements
PCP-SSHP Clinical Skills Competition
Interested in showing off your clinical skills? Sign up below for the PCP-SSHP Clinical Skills Competition on October 11th and October 12th, from 6-8 pm via Zoom to showcase your and a partner's knowledge in completing a clinical patient case.
The winning team will represent PCP at the national clinical competition AND get $2000 in travel support from PCP to attend ASHP Midyear! All students within the professional PharmD curriculum are encouraged to participate. Undergraduate and professional students may participate as a proctor for the virtual event to still get involved! 10/2
Speaker! Drug Discovery & Development Seminar (D3 ) Series this Friday!
Dr. Lucia Borriello, PhD, Professor at Lewis Katz School of Medicine will present "Tumor Dormancy: A Window of Opportunity for Blocking and Preventing Breast Metastatic Disease." The seminar will be held on Friday October 6th at 12:30 PM in PTC 140. Pizza will be served. RSVP below by Thursday morning if you plan to eat, otherwise walk-in's welcome. Posted by Dean Foote. 10/2
PCPediatrics & PCH-SSHP Pediatric Pharmacists Roundtable!
Are you interested in pediatric pharmacy or want to explore pediatrics? This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn more about the vast field of pediatrics on Monday, October 9th from 6:30-8PM in the ARC MPR! Network and connect with pediatric pharmacists in hospital/clinical, ambulatory care, and industry! Professional dress is highly encouraged and there will be free food. Questions? Contact Luz Rosario lr20828151@sju.edu. 10/2
CVS - and PCP Summer Internship and Rotation event Friday, October 6th at 12:30pm
CVS - and PCP Summer Internship and Rotation event Friday, October 6th at 12:30pm in Whitecar Hall in room 2400. Posted by Dr. Greene. 10/2
APhA Annual Banner Signing!
Happy American Pharmacists Month (APhM)! Come and sign the APhM banner this week at IPEX 3rd floor to show your support to those in the field of pharmacy and your future career! We will be conducting an APhA white coat pin sale ($5 each) and APhA is also offering $5 reimbursements for people who sign up for an APhA membership ON THE SPOT! Any questions please reach out to kp20830330@sju.edu. 10/2
Dates and Times:
10/2 (Monday) 2-3pm
10/3 (Tuesday 2:30-3pm
10/4 (Wednesday) 10-11am
10/5 (Thursday) 10-11am
All are located at 3rd Floor of IPEX!
APhA x PPA P4 APPE Round Table Event
Join APhA and PPA for a P4 APPE Round Table Event on Thursday Oct. 12 at 5:30pm in STC 337. This is a great way for students to learn more about APPE rotations from P4 students themselves, help you prepare for APPEs, and ask them questions. Hear from P4s Vaidehi Patel, Crystal Lam, Jubin Saji, and Abdallah Elbready on their rotation experiences and tips for success! For any questions about the event contact kp20830330@sju.edu or jj20828130@sju.edu. 10/2
PPA Eastern Regional Meeting at PCP!
The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association's Eastern Regional Meeting will be held on Saturday, October 21st from 9am to 1pm at our very own campus! This meeting is geared towards students and new practitioners with opportunities to network with potential employers and residency programs. Find the event schedule and link to register using the button. There will be a $25 registration fee, and $20 will be reimbursed from the Dean's office to students who attend. For questions contact janice.jaison@sju.edu. 10/2
Professional Opportunities
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Events and General Announcements
Hispanic Heritage Month Continues!
How has the Hispanic community contributed to healthcare? There are countless examples throughout history! Click here to read about just one of the many stories of Hispanic people improving healthcare across the globe.
PCP would like to take this opportunity to celebrate our rich cultural diversity! To help us celebrate, we'd like to share stories of PCP community members of Hispanic heritage. Please consider sharing ideas, information, or stories you would like us to highlight throughout this month here! Posted by Dr. Garcia. 9/28
Come Join Us For hAPPE Hour!
Not sure which APPE rotations to select? Come speak directly with the APPE preceptors at the annual hAPPE hour event on Thursday Oct 19th 6:30-8:30pm at the ARC MPR (formally known as APPE Preceptor Roundtable)! APhA-ASP, Rho Chi, PLS, IPhO, and DIA are all collaborating to ensure you get the opportunity to speak with preceptors from various practice settings (community, industry, hospital, and more). Dinner will be provided! Please come prepared with questions and in professional dress. Please RSVP at the button below by Oct 11th 11:59PM and reach out to sp20832653@sju.edu with questions. 9/28
Self-Study Draft Review Sessions open to SJU Community
SJU is in the midst of its institutional self-study as part of the re-accreditation process for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). On Monday, Oct. 2, at 3 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 12, at 10 a.m. there will be an opportunity for the UC community to provide input on the draft document. Both events are held at the ARC MPR. More information including a draft of the document and an RSVP to the session can be found below. Posted by Dean Foote. 9/28
P2 Survival Event for ALL P2 Students!
Interested in learning more about the pharmacy modules and how to prepare for the upcoming years? Come out to the P2 survival event!! In this event, Rho Chi board members will provide you with some tips to succeed during your P2 year. Snacks will be provided. This event will be held on Thursday, October 5th in LLC classroom 103 from 1-2pm. Please RSVP by 10/04 scanning the QR code on the flyer or utilizing the button. Any questions? aj20829765@sju.edu. 9/28
Professional Opportunities
Community Service - BP Screenings in Wilmington!
An opportunity to conduct BP screenings at a Veteran's event recently became available. It will take place on Fri, Oct 6 from 9a to 12p at the following location:
New Mt. Olive Baptist Church
4412 Washington Blvd
Wilmington, DE 19802
If you're available, please sign up right away. Additional details will be provided. Posted by Dr. Motley. 9/28
Novo Nordisk Industry Practice Fellowship
Novo Nordisk offers one- & 2-year fellowship opportunities in a variety of functional areas, including: Medical Affairs, Portfolio Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Multidisciplinary and others. If you are interested in learning more, they will be hosting a virtual webinar on Wednesday, Oct 4th from 8-9 PM. Click here to register for the session. Posted by Dr. Hollands. 9/25
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