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[APhA-CPhA] September 2019 Newsletter

- Sunday, September 1, 2019

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Hello UCSF SOP!! We at APhA-ASP/CPhA at UCSF are excited to invite you to everything we have planned for the month of September, and hope you’ll join us in these exciting and unique opportunities. Each month, we will send out a monthly newsletter to keep you informed about announcements and events. Here are your updates for the month of September!

ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Membership Raffle!
  - For those of you ready for commitment (don’t be shy), register/pay online with APhA AND CPhA by 11:59pm on OCTOBER 15, 2019:
    - All members will receive APhA & CPhA lapel pins
    - 5 lucky members will win a $5 Starbucks cards
    - 1 lucky member will win a free year’s worth of dual membership (more details below)
  - Join by SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 at 11:59 pm
    - Entered for a chance to win registration to CPhA RX Bootcamp in Sacramento, paid for by Dr. Rajan Vaidya.
  - Free Membership Raffle (deadline OCTOBER 15, 2019 at 11:59 pm)
    - Join CPhA & APhA by registering and paying dues
    - Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, OrgSync, and Group Portal
    - And you’re in! Winner will be notified via email.
  - Questions? Contact Bryan.Herrera@ucsf.edu
2. P1 Committee Applications
  - Join the APhA-ASP & CPhA P1 Committee! As a member, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the executive board to help organize and host events. This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership role and receive direct mentorship as well as contribute to the organization’s mission and values.
    - Please fill out this form by THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 at 11:59pm
3. PPA/PSSF Updates
  - Mentorship Program!
    - Interested in receiving guidance from a practicing pharmacist? Sign up here to let us know you are interested, and we will do our best to match you with someone to help you achieve your goals.
  - Webmaster and Newsletter Chair Positions are open for you!
    - Apply to help our local pharmacist association publicize their events via web or newsletter. Work directly with practicing pharmacists, and get experience communicating with different groups of people. Apply here by SEPTEMBER 30, 2019.
UPCOMING EVENTS
1. CPhA Quiz Bowl Summer Practice Round
  - When: Friday, 9/6, 12-1 pm
  - Where: HSW-303
  - RSVP: https://orgsync.com/62224/events/2760360/occurrences/6647619
  - Why not start practicing board exam questions now and getting a feel for the format? Come join us for our Quarterly Practice Round. You'll get the opportunity to play against your friends in teams. Open to all UCSF SOP students. Subjects: Immunizations and Endocrine plus a bonus round
  - Questions? Contact Bryan.Herrera@ucsf.edu
2. PSSF Meeting
  - When: Monday, 9/9, 8-9 pm
  - Where: Paxti’s Pizza, 822 Irving St, SF, CA
  - RSVP: email jessica.wisniewski@ucsf.edu by 9/9 at 6 pm
  - Students are invited to attend meetings where we discuss upcoming events (continuing education, community service, leadership meetings) and legislative updates over dinner.
  - Attire: casual.
3. Policy Group - Policy Writing Session {CoCur PS&N}
  - When: Tuesday, 9/10, 5-6 pm
  - Where: S-157
  - RSVP: https://orgsync.com/62224/events/2752115/occurrences/6622017
  - Join us to help draft policies to be presented at APhA Midyear Regional Conference! We will be holding a collaborative session to find resources, write and discuss policy ideas related to Pharmacy. In addition, we will be discussing if we want to draft present policies at CPhA House of Delegates.
  - Questions? Contact Sabrina.Bulla@ucsf.edu
4. CPhA House of Delegates
  - When: Saturday-Sunday, 9/14-9/15
  - Where: Sacramento, CA
  - RSVP: Register and pay to attend here: https://cpha.com/governance/house-of-delegates/
  - “The House of Delegates serves as the Association’s policy-setting body. Involvement in this aspect of the Association’s business provides members with an opportunity to have their voice heard and ensures that CPhA policy accurately reflects the collective view of California pharmacists.” - CPhA.com
  - Questions? Contact Kelven.Tran@ucsf.edu
5. Around the World Night
  - When: Tuesday, 9/24, 6-8 pm
  - Where: PDC House and KY House; start at Nobel Wall
  - RSVP: http://cglink.me/r505186
  - Students will have the great opportunity to meet and connect with UCSF distinguished faculty, pharmacists, and residents whom are working in diverse settings within the field. Guests will rotate locations and explore various tastes of wine and cheese from around the world! Sign-up soon as spots fill up fast. Priority given to members.
  - Questions? Contact Susanna.Lee@ucsf.edu
6. PPA Annual Law CE Event
  - When: Wednesday, 9/25, 6-8:15 pm
  - Where: Hewlett Foundation 2121 Sand Hill Rd Menlo Park, CA 94025
  - RSVP: Here
  - Please join us for a live CE event featuring 2019 pharmacy law updates provided by the California Board of Pharmacy. The presentation will begin promptly at 6:45pm. Please arrive early for registration and buffet dinner. Please note that seats and parking are LIMITED. If you sign up and are no longer able to attend, please kindly notify Giselle Leung, gleung08@gmail.com, at least 48 hours in advance.
  - Questions? Contact Curtis.Yu@ucsf.edu
SAVE THE DATE
1. American Pharmacists Month
  - Contact Jackie.El-Sokkary@ucsf.edu for more details!
2. National Patient Counseling Competition Practice Session
  - Monday, 10/7, 12-1 pm
3. CPhA Legislative Week
  - Vaccinating the Dean 10/21, 2-3 pm
  - Policy on Tap, 10/22, 5-7 pm
  - CPhA Policy Training with Michelle Rivas, 10/24, 6-8 pm {CoCur PS&N}
4. Resume Review Clinic
  - First week of CV block; one-on-one appointments to review your resume!
5. APhA Mid-Year Regional Meeting
  - When: October 25-27, 2019
  - Where: Las Vegas, NV
  - RSVP: Register and pay to attend here
  - Questions? Contact Sabrina.Bulla@ucsf.edu
6. Get to know local pharmacists at PPA/PSSF meetings
  - PSSF: The 2^nd Monday of odd-numbered months – 8pm at Paxti's (822 Irving St.)
  - PPA: The 2nd Wednesday of odd-numbered months - 7:30pm at the Palo Alto VA
  - RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZfFqOj2YydNa5lu5hnxmmcBp6Lc41DM6Srw9_E9eh_FZ4YQ/viewform
  - PPA (Peninsula Pharmacists Association) and PSSF (Pharmacists Society of San Francisco) are local pharmacists associations affiliated with our chapter. Students are invited to attend meetings where we discuss upcoming events (continuing education, community service, leadership meetings) and legislative updates over dinner. Attire: casual.
  - Questions? Contact Curtis.Yu@ucsf.edu
MEMBERSHIP
1. How to Join: New Members - Membership registration is a two-step process:
  - 1) APhA-ASP (national & local dues): Visit www.pharmacist.com, click on “Join,” then “Join APhA,” then follow the prompts*. A $60 registration fee will be required upon completing your account online This will be your national ($45) and your local ($15) membership dues.
  - 2) CPhA (state): Visit www.cpha.com/membership and then click the "Join Now" button and follow the prompts*. A $50 registration fee will be required upon completing your account online. This is your CPhA membership.
    - *Be careful when selecting your affiliated school (UCSF). Keep in mind we are under APhA-ASP, and for CPhA, we are under PSSF (Pharmacists Society of San Francisco). For each website, you will need to create a personal account using your email (UCSF email preferred).
2. How to Join: Returning Members - Membership renewal is a two-step process:
  - 1) APhA-ASP (national & local dues): Visit www.pharmacist.com and login with your credentials. Click on “My Account” in the upper right, then click on “Pay Now” on the right-hand side. After following the prompts, you will be able to submit payment for your national ($45) and your local ($15) memberships.
  - 2) CPhA (state): Visit www.cpha.com and login with your credentials. Click on your name on the top-right, then click on the “Renew CPhA Membership” button. After following the prompts, you will be able to submit payment for your state ($50) membership.

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