Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Student's Association

🎊EPSA wishes a Happy Epiphany to all our Christian members!🎊

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✨National Subcommittee and Organizing Committee results✨
It is with great pleasure that EPSA announces the winners of the National Subcommittee and Organizing Committee Elections for the m
Mandate 2023/24.

Out of hundreds of Applicants the following pharmacy students have won. We wish them a very productive and successful mandate.

💥Pharma Cup by EPSA-Jimma⚽️

✨EPSA-Jimma Pharma cup committee in collaboration with Standing committee of Charity and JU School of Pharmacy organized a pharma cup event which lasted for a month, among all Pharma batches with a motto

''1 coffee for Charity, 1 coffee for my Association''

🎯The aim of the event was to strengthen the bond among our students, to catch a memory, charity and also to support our association-EPSA.

⚡️This event has certainly provided us with plenty of unforgettable moments that will be cherished for years to come and was a true showcase of the beauty of football.✨

🎩 Kudos for our pharmer fans for their unwavering support and for being the driving force behind the beautiful event.

📌We look forward to many more inspiring events and collaborative initiatives in the future as we continue to foster a spirit of camaraderie and excellence within our students.

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💥Exciting developments💥

Our Acting President, Daniel Abebe (left), engaged in a highly productive discussion with the dynamic Mr. Alfoalem Araba (right), Associate Dean at AAU School of Pharmacy. 🌟

Enthusiastically exploring the horizon of future EPSA projects, both at the national and chapter levels! 🚀

Excited about the incredible possibilities and fruitful collaboration ahead.

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🎊Environmental Cleaning Campaign🎊

Organized by EPSA-Ambo in collaboration with EHPSA-Ambo was a big success due to the organizers and volunteers, their meticulous planning and ex*****on of the campaign.

The coordination and teamwork displayed by the team were outstanding, and it made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

✨Blood Donation by EPSA-Jimma✨

The program was held in Jimma University by initiatives of EPSA-Jimma Standing Committee of Charity in association with JU Pharmacy department with a motto

"Be the reason for someone's heart beat. Donate blood"

💥The program was organized to set an example for our Pharmacy community and show what can be achieved when we come together for a common goal.

👉We would like to thank all JU pharmacy students and staffs for their participation.

💥Christmas holiday celebration at Ambo University Referral Hospital Pediatrics Ward💥

👉Organized by EPSA Ambo in collaboration with EMSA Ambo. The event aimed to bring joy and support to inpatient children and their families during the festive season.

👉The activity included the distribution of gifts such as bananas, biscuits, juices, water, balloons, and other materials to more than 24 children patients in the pediatrics ward. The gifts were well received by the children and their families, bringing smiles and happiness to their faces during what can be a challenging time for those in the hospital.

🎊መልካም ገና🎊
EPSA wishes a Happy Ethiopian Christmas to all our Christian members!

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📣 Application for the EPSA national executive committee is open!

The Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Students Association (EPSA) is calling for the election of national executive committee for 2023/2024 term, with seven positions available for eligible candidates.

The requirements to be eligible are:

🔸Full member of EPSA.
🔸Student at one of our chapter offices.
🔸Non graduating student
🔸Have prior experience and actively participates in our association

Open positions you can apply for are as follows:

🔹President
🔹Vice President of External Affairs
🔹Vice President of Internal Affairs
🔹Vice President of standing committees
🔹Secretary
🔹Treasurer
🔹Cashier

Where to apply?
👉https://forms.gle/rZK1VgqbyufqVkjP9

Deadline
Oct 18th, 2023

‼️ It is advised to adhere to the instructions provided at the start of each stage and to take your time while filling out the Google form and sending the required information/documents as the applications will be thoroughly reviewed.

GOOD LUCK!

Call for application!📣

Dear EPSA members, hope you have been doing well😊

💫Since the re-establishment of EPSA it has done a lot of work due to the hard work of the national executive committee, our standing committees and you ,our members, as well.

💫Our national executive committee member's service has come to an end, therefore. a new executive committee is soon to be formed giving you the chance to be part of the new executive committee. EPSA would like to appreciate their hard work and effort through out their time of service.

Details about the application will be posted soon, so get ready.

📢 Join the Media and Publications Subcommittee: Crafting Stories 📰✨

Are you a creative storyteller? Do you have a passion for design and a knack for digital communication? If so, the Media and Publications Subcommittee is your gateway to making a lasting impact within IPSF AfRO!

🎯 Objectives:
The Media and Publications Subcommittee is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with the Regional Media and Publications Officer (RMPO) to achieve the following objectives:

📚 Develop captivating content and striking designs for Regional Office publications.

💌 Coordinate all promotional mailings to Member Organizations, ensuring they are well-informed before their national conferences.

🌐 Manage and maintain the Regional Office's digital presence, including its website and social media platforms.

🎨 Create innovative promotional materials such as flyers, posters, and booklets to showcase the Regional Office and its projects in imaginative ways.

🚀 Join the Regional Projects Subcommittee: Empowering Change, Driving Impact 🌍

Are you passionate about driving positive change and making a tangible impact within the IPSF AfRO community? Do you thrive on project coordination and envision a region where projects come to life? If so, the Regional Projects Subcommittee is your opportunity to be a catalyst for transformation!

🎯 Objectives:
The Regional Projects Subcommittee is a dynamic team that collaborates closely with the Regional Projects Officer (RPO) to achieve the following objectives:

🌟 Coordinate the implementation of both IPSF and Regional projects among our Member Organizations, ensuring successful ex*****on.

💡 Initiate and develop projects that align with the unique needs and aspirations of our region.

🚀 Promote regional projects and initiatives passionately, encouraging active participation throughout the region.

🌍 Join the Regional Relations Subcommittee: Strengthening Bonds, Expanding Horizons 🤝

Are you passionate about building connections and expanding the reach of IPSF AfRO? Do you thrive in fostering relationships and believe in the power of collaboration? If so, the Regional Relations Subcommittee is your opportunity to make a significant impact!

🎯 Objectives:
The Regional Relations Subcommittee is a dynamic team that collaborates closely with the Regional Relations Officer (RRO) to achieve the following objectives:

🌐 Promote IPSF and the African Regional Office to non-member countries, spreading our mission far and wide.

🤝 Maintain and nurture existing relationships with our Member Organizations through regular contact with Contact Persons (CPs) and Student Exchange Officers (SEOs).

Be part of the Regional Relations Subcommittee today, and let's make lasting connections and achieve greater heights together!

🌐 Join the QDT Subcommittee: Bridging Languages, Enhancing Quality 📜

Are you passionate about preserving the history of IPSF AfRO and ensuring effective communication among our members? Do you have proficiency in English and/or French? If so, we invite you to be part of the Quality, Documentation, and Translation (QDT) Subcommittee.

🌟 Objectives:
The QDT Subcommittee, operating under the office of the Regional Secretary, has a crucial mission:

📚 Ensure the production of high-quality documents and communications.

📝 Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of regional activities.

🌐 Bridge the language gap by providing translation services for regional documents.

Helloo EPSA members 🤩🤩!

We are thrilled to announce that IPSF AfRO is accepting applications for interested members to join its subcommittees.
These positions offer you the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals, gain valuable leadership skills, and make a positive impact in our community.
Don't miss out on this amazing chance to grow and thrive as a leader.

To apply for the positions fill out the following screening google form,
https://forms.gle/Qwjycurc63enNS4Y8

Deadline - September 20, 2023

Hard skills are very essential and necessary in improving the ability and attitude of an individual towards work, and also improving their professional and career development as a whole. They provide avenues that allow individuals to meet job criteria and properly perform a technical task when given.

Whether you're a student, professional, or entrepreneur, our program offers sessions to help empower yourself for success in various fields

Register for both the English and French session here: https://forms.gle/GRbKMEjECYKuDqxj8

Deadline: Thursday,7th September, 2023.

The Ethiopian pharmaceutical students Association received Yaw Mfoafo (Pharm D.) chairperson of the 11th African Pharmaceutical symposium and former chairperson of the IPSF African Regional Office for his short stay in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Welcome to our beautiful country Dr. Mfoafo.

Congratulations to Pharmacy students in Ethiopia🎉🎉

It is with great pleasure we announce that after months of rigorous application process the Ethiopian pharmaceutical students Association (EPSA) has been accepted as Member in Association of the International Pharmaceutical Students Federation (IPSF)today at the 69th IPSF General Assembly.

Congratulations us all!!🎉🎉

Big things are coming!!

A warm congratulations from EPSA to the highest scoring pharmacy school graduates from the class of 2023! 🎉🎉

EPA is honouring them certificates at the annual conference happening now!

- Sena Tamiru (3.95) - Addis Ababa University

- Mustefa Ahmed (3.98) - Ambo University

- Eyasu Kassa (3.97) - Arbaminch University

- Temesgen Semere (3.84) - Arsi University

- Mahider Addis (3.99) - Bahir Dar University

- Enyew Asrie (3.95) - Debre Markos University

- Amina Ahmed (4.0) - Debre Berhan University

- Mekuriaw Dereje (3.99) - Mizan Tepi University

- Yohannis Note (3.85) - Wachemo University

- Merga Dereje (3.95) - Jimma University

EPSA's revitalisation has been published on the annual edition of the PHARMA FORUM!

This is just the beginning.

📣📣📣The moment we've all been waiting for has arrived! 🎉 It's time to announce the winners of the 1st ever EPSA directed studies competition and celebrate the amazing achievements of our six finalists! 🏆🏅

On July 29-2023, during the second day of EPA's annual conference, three lucky winners will be crowned with the prestigious titles of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place 🥇🥈🥉

But wait, there's more! You don't have to miss a single moment of the action, because you can watch the award ceremony LIVE on Zoom! 🎥 So, grab your popcorn and get ready to cheer on your favorite finalists! The Zoom link will be posted soon, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled! 🤩

To all the finalists: good luck, and may the odds be ever in your favor! 🍀👊"

EPSA in collaboration with EPA is organizing a reception program.

Who is the reception held for?

💫 The top scoring pharmacy graduates of various universities, that are going to be awarded at EPA's annual conference.

💫 The top 3 winners of EPSA's directed studies competition.

💫 Members of EPSA's national executive committee.

"Bringing exceptional minds together"


💥This reception gives a chance for these great minds to network, build bonds and know each other.

💥And a chance to appreciate all the members of the excutive committee who organized the first EPSA Directed studies award.

The program will take place on Thursday July 27-2023 at EPA's main office.

The 1st EPSA Directed Studies Competition is here with its finalists🎉

Contestant No. 6

Sena Mindaye

Institution
Ambo University

Research paper title

"Assessment of incidence of Hematological and organ toxicities of Cancer Chemotherapy and its Associated factors among Patients with Cancer at Ambo University Referral Hospital, West Shoa, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia."

The 1st EPSA Directed Studies Competition is here with its finalists🎉

Contestant No. 5

Blen Shimeles

Institution
Addis Ababa University

Research paper title

"Evaluation of Local Gum of Boswellia papyrifera (Frankincense) as a Pharmaceutical Suspending Agent in Paracetamol Suspension."

The 1st EPSA Directed Studies Competition is here with its finalists🎉

Contestant No. 4

Mahider Ayana

Institution
Jimma University

Research paper title

"Investigation of the Antibacterial activities of Salvia officinalis"

The 1st EPSA Directed Studies Competition is here with its finalists🎉

Contestant No. 3

Zenebe Bayu

Institution
Jimma University

Research paper title

"pharmacy personnel's Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards counterfeit and substandard medicines identification in Jimma town, South West Ethiopia."

The 1st EPSA Directed Studies Competition is here with its finalists🎉

Contestant No. 2

Eden Sheleme

Institution
Ambo University

Research paper title

"Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude of patients with Cancer toward Cancer Chemotherapy in Oncology Department at Ambo University Referral Hospital, West Shoa, Oromia Regional State,
Ethiopia."

The 1st EPSA Directed Studies Competition is here with its finalists🎉

Contestant No. 1

Solome Tadele

Institution
Addis Ababa University

Research paper title

"Community pharmacists’ knowledge and attitude on vaccination and barriers and willingness to implement community pharmacy-based vaccination service (CPBVS) in Ethiopia."

EPSA is collaborating with EPA and ZAF Pharmaceuticals PLC. to bring you

EPSA DIRECTED STUDIES COMPETITION

💫This competition is an annual competition of directed studies that will provide a platform for pharmacy students to showcase their research skills and present their findings to a panel of experts.

💫This competition will give students the chance to network with fellow pharmacy students from across Ethiopia and get the opportunity to get recognition and acknowledgment for their work.

Due to the schedule differences between universities, this year's EPSA Directed Studies Competition will be held among five universities in Ethiopia.

💥Addis Ababa University
💥Ambo University
💥Jimma University
💥Debre Markos University
💥Menelik II Medical and Health Science College

Each university will select send two winning candidates to compete nationally for a chance to gain recognition and an award at EPA's annual conference.

The 11th Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Day was colorfully commemorated at Wachamo, Dilla, Debre Markos, Jimma and Haramaya University with the theme “Leadership in antimicrobial resistance prevention and containment”.