March 10, 2009

reetings all! Today we have some important announcements of upcoming events for you and some other good stuff you will enjoy.

HEADLINES:

• APA Legislative Day, March 26, Montgomery

• Hargreaves Day, April 1

• Awards Day Ceremony, April 8

• You Are Invited to HSOP Open House, April 18

• Annual Conference & Trade Show, June 21 – 24

• Berger named 2009 Distinguished Pharmacy Educator

• HSOP Student Council Elects New Officers

FEATURES:
APA Legislative Day, March 26, Montgomery

Alabama pharmacists will gather in Montgomery on Thursday, March 26, 2009 for the annual Alabama Pharmacy Legislative Day. Plans for the day include breakfast with a legislative overview, health screenings at the Alabama State House, and lunch. This annual legislative event provides the APA with a greater opportunity to promote pharmacy in Alabama than any other program. This is your chance to educate our lawmakers about the issues that affect pharmacists, technicians and pharmacies.

Hargreaves Day, April 1
On April 1, HSOP students, faculty, staff, and several sponsors will participate in Hargreaves Day. This event was revived last year by the student pharmacists themselves. It honors beloved Professor George Hargreaves, who was instrumental in building the pharmacy program in its early days and was a mentor to so many. Some of the field games planned for this year include kick ball, wiffle ball, volleyball, pentathlon, tug of war, and ultimate frisbee. We thought you'd get a better idea of how special last year's Hargreaves Day really was when you view the photos/slideshows at this link: http://www.pharmacy.auburn.edu/news_events/2008-2009/hargreaves_day_2008.htm

You Are Invited to HSOP Open House, April 18
The HSOP is hosting an Open House on Saturday, April 18 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and prospective students are invited to attend. Many exciting activities are planned, and Dean Lee Evans will be available that day to answer questions about the latest happenings on campuses in Auburn and Mobile. Building tours and viewing demonstrations will be offered as well. Hope to see you there! We'll remind you of this event nearer to the date by sharing some photos from last year.

Awards Day Ceremony, April 8
The Harrison School of Pharmacy will hold it's annual Awards Day ceremony on April 8. Awards Day is always memorable; a day when the talents, inspiration, hard work, dedication and determination of student pharmacists, faculty, staff, preceptors, and student organizations is rewarded. This year the event will take place in the Flat Auditorium of the Harrison School of Pharmacy.

Annual Conference & Trade Show, June 21 – 24
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, FL

APA is gearing up for big fun at the 128th Annual Convention & Trade Show to be held June 21-24, 2009 at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Florida. This is a premier event of the year and your chance to view the newest products and services from exhibitors, attend top-notch continuing education programs, network with colleagues, visit with old friends, and enjoy some well-deserved R&R.  Reserve your room now by calling 1-800-320-8115 and telling them you’re with APA or by going online at www.sandestin.com and using the APA Group Code: 223067

Berger named 2009 Distinguished Pharmacy Educator
Dr. Bruce Berger, head of the Department of Pharmacy Care Systems in the Harrison School of Pharmacy, has been named the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy’s 2009 Robert K. Chalmers Distinguished Pharmacy Educator. Berger is being recognized for his excellence as an instructor, his outstanding achievements as a researcher and scholar, as well as his overall impact on pharmacy education and the profession. The award is named for the late Robert K. Chalmers, former Association president and distinguished educator, and recognizes excellence in pharmacy education.

HSOP Student Council Elects New Officers
On February 24, the HSOP Student Council elected new officers for the 2009-2010 academic year. The incoming officers, all P2s, are pictured below:
 

We congratulate these young School leaders and wish them a productive year. Meagan has served as president of our chapter of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists. MaryAnn has served for two years as a Class Justice at the Mobile Campus. All five of the newly elected officers are serving on the Hargreaves Day Planning Committee this year. Meagan and Garrett have also served as admissions interviewers for HSOP.

Interested in Making a Donation to the HSOP…
Whether you choose to support the Brick Campaign, scholarships, professorships, or the unrestricted gift fund, your participation and support play a huge part in the School’s ability to attract the best and the brightest students. If you would like more information about the many opportunities available, please contact Jimmy Harris at 334-844-8352 or harri31@auburn.edu. 

 
HSOP Calendar of Events
http://gwcal.duc.auburn.edu/gwextranet/scp.dll/?showcal=hsop+calendar+of+events&template=gwextra

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