Student Volunteer Services

St Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a wonderful organization with a mission to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.  Here at PC, an event known as “Up ‘Till Dawn” is held every year to raise money and awareness for this cause. 

For more information about “Up ‘Till Dawn” and ways to become involved, please contact Nicole Siciliano (nsicilian@presby.edu).

In the words of founder Danny Thomas, “No child should die in the dawn of life.”  The goal of St. Jude is to increase the overall childhood cancer survival rate to 100% and with your help we can make a difference!  Thank you for your support.

SNPhA

SNPhA will be conducting auditions for our annual campus wide talent show. Auditions are October 6th,7th, and 8th @ 7pm in Edmunds Hall. Those who are interested contact Darien Campbell (dlcampbel@presby.edu) with their preferred date and time. Winner will receive a grand prize equivalent to $150!

CPFI

1st. Chapter Meeting

This Monday, September 28th from 12-1 PM in Room 141. Lunch will be provided for those who completed the survey. Dues to join are $40.00, and can be paid during the meeting. See you there! 

Bible Study

Every Wednesday at 8:00 AM in Room 141. Breakfast is provided. All are welcome!

Verse of the Week

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him- James 1:5 (ESV)

NCPA

NCPA

We would like to congratulate the following students for their new positions in NCPA!

Policy Co-Chairs: Brad Leonard, Evan Bryson, and Garth Deshong

Compounding Competition Chair: Zach Simpson

If you are interested in holding a position in NCPA, we still have a few opportunities! We are in need of Service Committee Chairs and a P1 Representative. If you are interested in any of these positions please email Emily Huneycutt (edhuneycu@presby.edu).

Dress Down Day

Dress Down Day Opportunity

Mark your calendars!

Friday, September 25th is the first dress down day of the year! In order to participate, you must pay $2 to your class representative (class president) at the beginning of the day to receive your sticker. All proceeds are benefiting a local non-profit organization, Bearing the Burden. Bearing the Burden provides daily essentials and goodies to chemotherapy patients at local hospitals. Just a friendly reminder, the dress code consists of jeans and a t-shirt. Don't forget to wear your sticker where it is visible, and to dress down for a GREAT cause!

SNPhA PC's Got Talent

SNPhA will be conducting auditions for our annual campus wide talent show PC’s Got Talent. Auditions will be October 6th, 7th, and 8th @ 7pm in Edmunds Hall. Those who are interested contact Darien Campbell (dlcampbel@presby.edu) with their preferred date and time!

APhA

I would like to thank everyone who made it to our first meeting on Wednesday, September 16th.  Our next meeting will be held Wednesday, October 21st and will be open for APhA-ASP members only.

Go to http://www.pharmacistsprovidecare.com and click on "Take Action" to help advocate for our profession!

A special thanks and congratulations to Dr. Threatt and Dr. Virga for receiving the Friend of APhA-ASP Award for their hard work in assisting our organization.

Upcoming events:
Don't forget to check out the website for upcoming events and service opportunities at https://sites.google.com/a/presby.edu/apha-asp/

Drug take back still needs volunteers for September 26th.  Contact Rachel Hall at rhall@presby.edu

Fall into Wellness will be held at Leesville College Park on September 26th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.  Contact Rachel Hall for more information at rhall@presby.edu.

Educate on heart disease at Family Weekend (Bailey Stadium Main Campus) on September 26th from 5-7.  Professional hours approved.  Contact Charity Nora for more information at cmnora@presby.edu.

NCPA Chapter Meeting

Our first meeting for the semester is this Monday, Sept. 21st at 12pm in room 144. Lunch will be provided for the ones who RSVP'd. Chapter dues will also be due on Monday. Dues are $65 ($50 for national and $15 for chapter). We looked forward to meeting everyone on Monday! 

CPNP Chapter Meeting

Finally... it is time for our first chapter meeting! Anyone interested in joining CPNP please come to room 143 on Monday at 12 pm for the meeting. Lunch is provided but PLEASE bring your own drink. 

Dues are $55 dollars and can be paid at the meeting (cash or check) 

We look forward to seeing you there! 

PC Student Volunteer Services

From the office of Student Volunteer Services at PC:

Head Start promotes the school readiness of young children from low-income families.  It is a preschool program that supports the comprehensive development of children from ages 3-5.  The base of the program is federally funded, but they rely on support from the local community.  Currently the location in Laurens County needs additional school supplies.

A box for donations will be in the mail room on the second floor this week for those who are able to help.  If you have any questions please contact Nicole Siciliano (nsicilian@presby.edu).

Small things can make a huge impact in the life of a child!  Thank you for your support.

Donation Ideas:

•Crayons •Children's scissors •Compositions books •Glue sticks •Large pencils •​Tape​

•​​Art Supplies​ •Art apron •Construction Paper •Non-toxic washable paint •Paint Brushes

•Folders •Coloring Books •Picture Books •Puzzles •Markers •Rulers •​W​atercolor paint

•​B​ack packs •​P​encil boxes. •Disinfecting wipes •Baby wipes •Tissues •Hand sanitizer

•Ziploc bags (sandwich & gallon) •Hand soap

AMCP Chapter Meeting

First meeting is September 21 from 12 - 1 pm in Room 141 and is open to everyone We will focus on what AMCP is and the benefits offered. Refreshments will be provided! If you haven't signed up yet, please RSVP to reconley@presby.edu! 

CPFI Bible Study

Need some encouragement or fellowship? Join us for Bible study every Wednesday morning at 8:00AM in room 141. Breakfast is provided.

Bible Verse:

Have I not commanded you?  Be strong and courageous.  Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” –Joshua 1:9

Thank you!

SCPhA Pharmacy Night

The South Carolina Pharmacy Association is hosting a pharmacy night in Columbia, SC this Tuesday, September 15th.  Dr. Sease will be speaker for the event with the topic of optimizing patient-based outcomes.  Dinner is 6:00-7:00 PM and the event is scheduled 7:00-9:00 PM.  The cost is $20 for members, $30 for non-members, and only $15 for students.  You may contact Amanda Holloman (agholloma@presby.edu) if you have any questions.  Please use the following link to register!

http://www.scrx.org/pharmacy-nights

PSGA White Coat Sale

PSGA will be selling white coats from Monday, September 14th, through Thursday, September 17th. A member of PSGA (John Mark Dias, Michael Lancaster, Becky Vue, or Le Huynh) will be downstairs in front of the community pharmacy at the pharmacy school every day from 12 to 1. Male coats are $39 and female coats are $36.  Cash or check preferred but we will have a card reader available as well.

CPNP

Our first member meeting will be on September 21st in room 143 from 12-1 pm. Please join us if you are interested in joining our student chapter. Dues are $55 and can be paid by either case or check at the meeting. Lunch is provided. 

Please contact Rachel Stelling (restellin@presby.edu)  if you have any questions! 

APhA

 

 

Our first meeting will be held Wednesday, September 16th from 12-1p in room 104!  This meeting is open to ALL students.  It is $60 to join so be sure to do so at http://ebusiness.pharmacist.com/PersonifyEBusiness/Default.aspx?TabID=1433.


Upcoming Events:

Blood Pressure Check off - This is the only blood pressure check off this semester for APhA-ASP members.  Sign up at http://doodle.com/avikmpm3qd3q5vy4.   This will only take 30 minutes, with three different times from 1130 AM to 1:00 PM at the Wellness Center.

MRM 2015 in Nashville, TN - October 16-18th.  Sign up for MRM through https://www.signmeup.com/site/reg/register.aspx?fid=BM2VPH7. Travel funds are due September 15th to Dr. Fox and don't forget to get your absence approved if necessary.

Drug Take Back - This event will be held Tuesday, September 15th at multiple locations.

RxIMPACT-  In room 104 on Friday, September 18th with guest speaker Heidi Ecker from the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, Director of Government Affairs and Grassroots Programs.

Step out Walk -  Walk to help stop diabetes.  Helping to set up this event can count as community service hours.  Contact Haochen for more information, hzuo@presby.edu. It will be held at Hubbell Lighting Inc in Greenville, SC.

Be sure to check out the calendar on our website for more information on upcoming events and other important stuff! 
https://sites.google.com/a/presby.edu/apha-asp/home

CPNP

Anyone who is interested in joining CPNP should attend our first meeting on September 21st from 12-1pm in room 143. Dues are $55 dollars and can be paid at the meeting or before then if anyone would like to sign up early. Please turn checks or cash into Rachel Stelling's box in the mail room. Lunch will be provided but everyone should bring their own drinks! 

P4s: please pay $5 for local dues and national dues can be paid online! 

We look forward to seeing everyone and getting our student chapter up and running! Happy studying :) 

SNPhA

" SNPhA would like to thank all current and future members for their efforts  last week.

SNPhA will have the first member meeting of the year on Monday, September 7th at 12PM in room 271. The member meeting is open to those who are still uncertain and need more time to decide about joining.The agenda has been emailed to students who signed up during recruitment week at the SNPhA table. We will have pizza, bread sticks and drinks for lunch.'

Kappa Epsilon

Thank you for your interest this week at the Campus Life Fair! For those of you interested in joining Kappa Epsilon, our first meeting will be held this Monday, September 7^th in room 144. Pizza will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Monday is also our annual Rush party! Please contact Melanie Routhieaux (mhrouthie@presby.edu) for more information!

Join us for breakfast and Bible study this Wednesday, September 9th at 8:00 AM in Room 141.

Bible Verse

“In all your ways acknowledge Him, and he will make your paths straight” - Proverbs 3:6

Community Health Fair

The Health Fair that is usually held at the YMCA in March after the March on Health 5k has been moved to a Clinton High School home football game sometime this fall.

Over the past couple of years, it has been the faculty who have taken on the majority of the planning and coordinating duties for the Health Fair. This year, students will be carrying out the coordination of the Health Fair. 

The main responsibilities will include working with Clinton High School to determine a date for the Health Fair, working out logistics of where the Pharmacy Organizations will set up their tables, and advertising the Health Fair to the Community.  If you are interested in being part of the committee that helps organize the health fair, please email me(jmdias@presby.edu) so I can provide you with more details. This is an excellent leadership opportunity and a great way to help provide health services to the community. 

The Health Fair date and location was changed in an attempt to reach more of the community by going to where the people already are instead of trying to get people to come to us.

For those of you unfamiliar with the Health Fair, the pharmacy student organizations set up tables to help promote healthy lifestyles and screenings to members of the community.  Feel free to talk to the student organization leaders during the Campus Life Fair this week for more information on what each organization offers at the Health Fair.

Kappa Epsilon

We hope everyone had a great first week! Make sure to see us this week at the Campus Life Fair this week for information and goodies! We look forward to meeting each of you!