Student National Pharmaceutical
Association
“G.O.A.L.S. | Globalization, Outreach, Advocacy, Leadership, Scholarship”
2015-2016www.snpha.org
History At-A-GlanceO SNPhA was founded in 1972 on the campus
of Florida A&M University. O Students from Florida A&M University united
with students from Howard University, Texas Southern University, and Xavier University to form a student organization that would promote service to minority populations within their communities.
O Since 1972, SNPhA has grown from 4 schools to 91 pharmacy schools to date.
http://snpha.org/about
“Serving the Underserved”
O SNPhA is an educational service association of pharmacy students who are concerned about pharmacy and healthcare related issues, and the poor minority representation in pharmacy and other health-related professions.
O PURPOSE: plan, organize, coordinate and execute programs geared toward the improvement for the health, educational, and social environment of the community
ObjectivesO To offer student members
the opportunity to develop leadership and professional skills
O To educate students about and promote active participation in national health care issues
O To develop the role of the minority health professional as a vital member of the health care team
O To develop within communities a positive image of minority health professionals
O To educate communities on better health practices and to increase their awareness and understanding of diseases
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National Pharmaceutical Association
O The National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA) is dedicated to representing the views and ideas of minority pharmacists on critical issues affecting health care and pharmacy; as well as advancing the standards of pharmaceutical care among all practitioners.
Membership BenefitsO Community service
involvementO Long-lasting network
creation, and advancement into NPhA organization
O Over $130,000 in scholarship opportunities
O Hotel and car rental discounts
O Leadership and organizational development
O Career opportunities and/or guidance
O Regional and National Conventions
O The "Signatura" National Newsletter
National LeadershipPresidentJessie Nia HwangSt. Louis College of Pharmacy
President-Elect
Gevorg Martirosyan
California Northstate University
Vice PresidentKyle BrownMercer University
Recording SecretaryBryan DonaldTexas A&M Health Science Center
Corresponding Secretary
Ekim Ekinci
University of Kentucky
Public Relations LiaisonKharmen GrayHoward University
Regional FacilitatorsRegion 1Nekisha GrigsbyVirginia Commonwealth University
Region 2
Rose Duchane
Xavier University
Region 3Trang NguyenUniversity of Oklahoma
Region 4Marc TranUniversity of Houston
Region 5Christina ZhangCalifornia Northstate University
Project Chairs
Bridging the GapIkechukwu OjiHoward University
Legislative/Membership BenefitsJoseph NaporaUniversity of Pittsburgh
Remember the RibbonBenjamin IredellVirginia Commonwealth University
Power to End StrokeOjong BateUniversity of Charleston
Chronic Kidney DiseaseAdrian LawrenceMercer University
DiabetesCheryl WissehUniversity of North Carolina
Operation ImmunizationAmy YanicakSouth Carolina –USC Columbia Campus
National OfficeExecutive DirectorCarmita A. Coleman, PharmD, MA
Executive Consultant
Felix Tran, PharmD, MBA
George Okpamen, PharmD
Pejman Ahmadi, PharmD
Executive AssistantElaine Anderson
Executive ChairmanJoshua Blackwell, PharmD
PO Box 761388San Antonio, TX
78245(210) 383-7381
National Initiatives
Project DiabetesO SNPhA is in strong support of Diabetes as one of
our clinical initiatives. O Diabetes currently effects 23.6 million adults and
children in the United States. Roughly 25% of these patients are unaware of their condition. In addition to these staggering statistics Medicare has shown that at least 1 out of every 4 adults (~ 57 million people) are living with pre-diabetes.
O SNPhA has accepted the challenge to educate patients on disease state management, lifestyle modifications, medication therapy, and monitoring related to Diabetes.
How could YOU be a part of the SNPhA Diabetes Initiative?
Be a part of the national subcommittee for the Walmart/Sam’s Club Diabetes Health Fair!
Connect with your local schools for this year’s youth diabetes campaign!
Remember the RibbonO National HIV/AIDS Initiative aimed at
towards promoting awareness, education, and prevention of HIV/AIDS within minority populations.
How could YOU be a part of the SNPhA
Remember the Ribbon Initiative?
Locally you may volunteer in the community and raise awareness about HIV/AIDS!
On a national level, advocate for greater HIV support from the federal government or join SNPhA’s National Remember the Ribbon Subcommittee!
Operation Immunization
O This program is an immunization awareness campaign designed to increase the public’s knowledge about immunizations, while increasing the number of adults who receive immunizations.
O Chapters will be awarded points based on outreach events promoting awareness.
How could YOU be a part of the
SNPhA Operation Immunization
Initiative?
Work with our United Nations partner Shot@Life to advocate for legislation and vaccine initiatives in developing nations!
Participate in local community outreach events to promote vaccinations!
Power to End StrokeO SNPhA has partnered with the
American Stroke Association (ASA) on the Power to End Stroke/Smoking Cessation initiative.
O Chapters will be awarded points based on outreach events promoting awareness.
How could YOU be a part of the SNPhA PTES
Initiative?
Be a part of the national heart walk hosted by the American Heart Association –create a team and spread the word about stroke!
Create an interprofessional team to host a blood drive together!
Chronic Kidney DiseaseO SNPhA and Abbott Renal Care are
collaborating on a new initiative to increase awareness on the risk factors and disease states that can lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD).
O Chapters are awarded points based on patient screenings, distribution of health information, and awareness during National Kidney Disease.
How could YOU be a part of the
SNPhA CKD Initiative?
Join the National CKD sub-committee to share ideas and become instrumental in the implementation of new projects and events!
Become involved at the local level by participating in walks and webinars sponsored by our national affiliates!
Legislative and Membership Benefits
O This is a dual initiative focusing voting registration among underrepresented minorities and on immigration issues affecting the nation.
O Chapters will be awarded points for any events such as voting registration drives and citizenship drives or information distribution events.
How could YOU be a part of the
SNPhA Legislative Initiative?
Write to local legislators about the importance of provider status for pharmacists!
Help your chapter delegate with the resolution submission process for Regional meetings!
Bridging The GapO Bridging the Gap is an initiative
designed to foster a relationships between the members of SNPhA and NPhA in order to develop well polished and exceptional pharmacists through the guidance and tutelage of NPhA members.
How could YOU be a part of
Bridging the Gap?
Participate in the SNPhA – NPhA mentorship program!
The program will allow you to connect with someone who will help guide you towards becoming an outstanding pharmacist!
Upcoming ConferencesRegions 1 & 2
ConferenceApril 1-3, 2016
Charleston, West Virginia (Hosted by
University of Charleston)
National ConferenceJuly 15-18, 2016
Atlanta, Georgia
Regions 3, 4 & 5 Conference
March 11-13, 2016 Cleveland, Ohio
(Hosted by University of Toledo)
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