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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• Currently 91 SNPhA Chapters

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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

contactsnpha@snpha.org

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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