Attend the MSHP Residency Conference

Held each year, the Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (MSHP) Residency Conference is designed for residency directors, preceptors, residents and student pharmacists committed to improving the residency experience.

The Sixth Annual MSHP Residency Conference will be held on Monday, June 6, 2011, at the Lexington Lansing Hotel from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m., with registration and continental breakfast beginning at 8:15 a.m. Lunch will be provided.

Educational programming will include a focus on leadership, research design, statistics, publishing and financial responsibility.

Registration is now available online. Additional information will be posted to the event page on the MPA Web site as it becomes available. If you have any questions, please call the MPA office at (517) 484-1466.

Congratulate Fellow Pharmacy School Graduates or Share This Opportunity with Parents!

Student pharmacists are invited to congratulate fellow graduates from the Michigan colleges of pharmacy this spring by taking out an ad in the May/June issue of Michigan Pharmacist journal. Members, parents, faculty and others are encouraged to be a part of student pharmacists graduation by including a special congratulatory message in this edition. The May issue is also the most read of the year, featuring the annual Michigan pharmacy economic surveys.

There are many options available, including individuals ads of 150 words or less ($100 each); and display ads, with your choice of a full page ($900), half page ($550), third page ($400) or quarter page ($250) size.

An order form is available online, or you can reserve your space by contacting MPA Communications Assistant Leah Godzina at (517) 377-0232 or Leah@MichiganPharmacists.org.

2011 WMSHP Scholarship

The Western Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (WMSHP) is offering a nonrenewable scholarship for P3 student pharmacists. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $1,000 to P3 students attending a Michigan college of pharmacy. The deadline to submit an application is March 31, 2011. For more information on scholarship criteria or to submit an application, visit the WMSHP Web site.

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Michigan Friends of Pharmacy Reception at the APhA Annual Meeting

Michigan Pharmacists Association cordially invites you to attend the Michigan Friends of Pharmacy Reception

Date: Saturday, March 26, 2011
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Space Needle
203 6th Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109




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Michigan Pharmacists Association is hosting the Michigan Friends of Pharmacy Reception in conjunction with:

• Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
• University of Michigan College of Pharmacy
• Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

If you have any questions, please contact MPA Executive Office Administrator Melody Arnst at Melody@MichiganPharmacists.org.

Support the Pharmacist Student Loan Repayment Eligibility Act of 2011

Senators Inouye (D-HI), Begich (D-AK) and Reed (D-RI) introduced the Pharmacist Student Loan Repayment Eligibility Act of 2011 (S.48). This bill would provide for the participation of pharmacists in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment program.

The purpose of this legislation is to increase patient access to patient-centered, team-based health care services for underserved populations. Specifically, this bill recognizes the vital role that clinical pharmacists play on the health care team by providing incentives for pharmacists to participate in the NHSC.

Visit the MPA Legislative Action Center to learn how you can provide support for this legislation.

Student Pharmacists Must Register for the Adopt-a-Student Program by Feb. 3

Student pharmacists wishing to participate in the Michigan Pharmacy Foundation (MPF) Adopt-a-Student Program in conjunction with the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition must register by Feb. 3. The program is offered to Student Michigan Pharmacists Association (SMPA) members only, and provides an opportunity for students to attend the Annual Banquet and Awards Ceremony and network with a pharmacy professional.

Students who have already registered are in the process of being matched with “parents” and will be informed of who they were matched with so they can make arrangements to meet up with them at the Convention.

If you have any questions regarding the Adopt-a-Student Program, please contact Allison Drake at (517) 377-0241 or Allison@MichiganPharmacists.org.

SMPA members are also reminded that their Convention registration is complimentary through Feb. 3. Members will be charged a fee of $10 for onsite registration.

Ferris State Student Awarded NACDS Scholarship

Jason Williamson, a student pharmacist at Ferris State University, was recently awarded a student scholarship from the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS). The NACDS Foundation Pharmacy Student Scholarship Program identifies and recognizes the next generation of pharmacy leaders during their pursuit of academic success and educational goals. Congratulations Jason! To view a full listing of scholarship winners, visit the NACDS Web site.

Participate in the MPF Adopt-a-Student Program

The Michigan Pharmacy Foundation (MPF) Adopt-a-Student program will be held at the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition Feb. 25-27, 2011, at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center. The Adopt-a-Student program provides SMPA members the opportunity to network with Michigan's pharmacy leaders during the Annual Convention and at the annual banquet Saturday evening from 7-9:30 p.m.

MPA was provided feedback from student pharmacists regarding the program. Major changes in the process have been put in place to make the process much easier. All student pharmacists wishing to be adopted must follow the process outlined below.

Student Instructions for Adopt-a-Student Program
Please follow these steps to sign up for adoption through the MPF Adopt-a-Student program.

You must register for the Convention. Register online; complete a printable registration form; or call the MPA office at (517) 484-1466. Registration for Student MPA members is complimentary. After Feb. 3, registration is $10.

You must provide the following information:

• First and last name
• E-mail address
• College and year
• Practice area preference
• What day you plan to arrive at the Convention (Friday or Saturday)

Student pharmacists that sign up to be adopted prior to Feb. 3 will be provided with the name and contact information of their "parent" so that they can make arrangements to meet with them at the Convention. Your parent will provide you with a reserved-seat banquet ticket either in person, or they may leave it at the Ambassador Relations Desk for you to pick up.

If you have any questions, please contact the MPA office at (517) 484-1466.

Attend Special Student Events at the Annual Convention

In addition to networking, exploring the Exhibit Hall, being adopted for the Annual Banquet and attending for free, specific student programming is a great reason to make sure to be at the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition Feb. 25-27 at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center.

Several student events will be held, including the following:

MPA Student Pharmacist Social
Friday, Feb. 25, 7-10:30 p.m.
Students are invited to attend this informal reception on Friday. Enjoy pizza and board games, while networking with fellow students from Michigan's colleges of pharmacy. All registered student pharmacists are invited to attend. Student MPA (SMPA) members can attend complimentary. A fee applies to nonmember student pharmacists.

MSHP Student Pharmacist Luncheon
Saturday, Feb. 26, noon-1:20 p.m.
Join your classmates and future colleagues on Saturday. This luncheon is sponsored by the Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (MSHP). A ticket is required, and pre-registration is mandatory. Onsite registrations for this luncheon will not be accepted.


Visit the MPA Web site for a complete listing of student programming at the Convention. Be sure to register online or via a printable registration form by Feb. 3 to receive complimentary membership as an SMPA member! Nonmembers pay $20 and receive an SMPA membership for 2011 with registration.