UNTSCP APA

Hi everyone!! I hope everyone has been enjoying their first week of school! Join us at APA’s First General Meeting on Tuesday, August 20th, 12-1PM in IREB 260. The APA officers will be introducing our organization in more detail and faculty advisors as well 🙆🏻‍♂️ There will also be lunch provided while supplies last 🍛
🧋Everyone is welcome to join and learn about Asian culture through our events with focuses on philanthropy, fundraising, research, and social gatherings 🐉
Sign up today!! Membership is $15/semester or $25/school year and you can pay your dues via Venmo to APA treasurer, James 🫶🏼
👉🏼Venmo: -Nguyen0311

Thank you to everyone who visited us at the RSO fair! We had such a good time meeting y’all and are so excited for the incoming P1s and new members 🤩 Mark your calendars as we are having our first meeting soon during lunch on August 20th, 12-1PM in IREB 260 🗓️ Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming meetings and events 🫰🏼🫰🏼 🐉

🎉 Grateful to everyone who joined us for our last meeting and bravely ran for a position! 🙌 Excited to announce our 2024-2025 officers - congratulations to each of you! 🌟 Let’s make this upcoming year unforgettable together!

✨APA election application for the next academic year is now open! If you would like to run for a position or positions, please make sure to have a ~2 minute speech prepared for our election meeting on April 9th from 12-1pm in IREB 230.

💫Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAmEslmp4A_LZmf15KKHvKFbvpX0UqZWXfoAQwPZrcpdGc6Q/viewform

🤩We‘re thrilled to announce a special collaboration between APA and the APA team at the University of Illinois Chicago. Join us on April 2nd, 2024, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM on Zoom for an engaging residency panel discussion. This event will feature insights from four distinguished residents, two from Chicago and two from Texas, as they share their enriching experiences and the paths they navigated through pharmacy school💊

✨Whether you’re curious about the residency application process, seeking advice for in state or out of state applications, or simply looking to be inspired by their journeys, this is an opportunity you won‘t want to miss. Extra credit and SEED credit is pending. We look forward to seeing you there!💫

📲 Zoom link: https://uic.zoom.us/j/86738802290?pwd=V1hkbzVFckZ2R0N4OFFpUkR6RTBVZz09

✨Thank you everyone for coming to our journal club meeting! 📚 Special thanks to Tyson and Kris for the amazing and insightful presentation on the journal article!🙌

🌼Join us for our third Spring General APA Meeting on Tuesday, 3/26 at 12PM in IREB 260! 📚
✨Tyson and Kris will be leading a captivating journal club presentation on a recent pharmaceutical article. 📖 Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion! Food will be provided while supplies last. 🍽️

✨Grateful for the incredible support! 🙏 And thank you to everyone who contributed to our Banh Mi fundraiser❤️

🙌It’s that time again! Asian Pharmacists Association (APA) will be having their Banh Mi/Boba fundraiser for the spring semester. In addition to banh mi and drinks, we will be offering Che Thai, a Vietnamese fruit dessert! 😋

🗓️Pre-orders will be live until March 17th, 2024, at 11:59pm. Orders can be picked up from us on the first floor of IREB on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 19th and 20th, 12pm-1pm. We will also be selling on those days.

✨If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us by emailing Brandon Truong at [email protected] or Thi Le at [email protected]. We hope to see you there!

https://forms.gle/wavddGWKh3VU3LvX6

💫Thank you to everyone who joined our event today! 🙌✨Special congratulations to the Kahoot game champion, James Nguyen! 🏆 Your participation made the day unforgettable. Thank you all once again for being part of this incredible day.

💫Did you guys know that it’s the Year of the Dragon? 🐲 Join us next Friday, February 23rd in IREB 260 at 5pm as the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA) hosts our annual Lunar New Year Festival, a collaboration with the Student Activities Board (SAB), Asian Pharmacists Association (APA), and Performing Arts Medicine Interest Group (PAMIG)! 🧧 🎉
✨Come learn about the importance of Lunar New Year, how different countries celebrate it, and much more. Of course, we will be serving lots of delicious FREE ASIAN FOOD!!! We will also be hosting fun activities and special performances! 🎭 This event is also JEDI-approved!🌟 Don’t forget to sign up on Engage, and we’ll see you there‼️ (This event is open to ALL HSC students and staff!)

Engage RSVP: https://unthsc.campuslabs.com/engage/event/9716522

🎊Join us for the APA 2nd Spring General Meeting and Lunar New Year celebration on Wednesday 2/21 at 12 pm in IREB 260!
🎉 Delicious food, exciting Kahoot games, and don’t forget to wear red for extra luck! See you there! 🧧🐲🧨

🧨Happy New Year everyone! Wishing you joy, prosperity, and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon🐉🧧

🥰Thank you to everyone who came out to the APA social event last night! We had a blast and your presence made it extra special. Looking forward to more good times ahead!🤩🎉

💫Hi everyone! We‘re thrilled to introduce our exclusive fundraising shirts in support of the Asian Pharmacists Association💊

🤩We are offering these items in six different colors and styles, allowing you to choose the perfect fit for your preferences. To make a purchase and support our cause, simply click on the following link or scan the QR code on the flyer: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/apa-shirt-fundraiser-2024?side=front&type=1&zoom=false

✨APA plays a pivotal role in promoting diversity, inclusion, and excellence within the pharmacy profession. By wearing our shirts, you not only show your commitment to the cause but also contribute to initiatives that empower Asian pharmacists and promote cultural diversity in healthcare.

☀️Your purchase goes beyond fabric, it’s a symbol of solidarity. Let‘s join hands and work together to create a more equitable and inclusive future for pharmacy.

💰Get your shirt today and be a part of this inspiring journey. Together, we can make a difference💪

✨Grateful for everyone who joined our first spring semester meeting! Huge thanks to Dr. Jann for the insightful presentation on how service opens diverse paths. As Dr. Jann wisely said, “Be open to new opportunities, be a positive role model, and inspire others.” 💫

Don’t miss the upcoming APA meeting on Wednesday, 1/24, at IREB 260 starting at 12 pm! 🗓️ We’re thrilled to have Dr. Michael W. Jann as our guest speaker, exploring into the fascinating topic of mentorship. 🌟 Come join the insightful discussion and enjoy complimentary food (while supplies last)! 🍽️ It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and network. See you there!

✨Meet our APA President, An Vuong, leading with vision and passion for advancing healthcare excellence! 🌟💊

💫Year: 2025
👩🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Interest: whatever will impact lives and also make me a little bit of money…ok tbh idk still LOL
⭐️Why APA: I chose APA to connect with my peers, learn more about the Asian  culture and it’s impact in healthcare, but also to eat all the delicious food APA offers at each meeting.
📝Favorite Quote: “This for everybody going through tough times
Believe me, been there, done that
But every day above ground is a great day, remember that ~dali~
☀️Hobbies: eat, hang out, and gossip with my friends, and play pickleball though i’m pretty bad at it.

✨Introducing our Vice President, Tyson Truong, a driving force behind APA's initiatives and progress! 💡💊

💫Year: 2025
🧑🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Community Management
⭐️Why APA?: From the first day of school my P1 year, the members of APA was so welcoming to me. I felt so at home at every single meeting and every single social, and I wanted to continue to bring that energy to the incoming classes!!
📝Favorite Quote: “Life is short, spending it doing what you love, nothing is guaranteed”
☀️Hobbies/Activities: photography, music and hanging out with my friends!!

✨Get to know our Secretary, Elizabeth Nguyen, ensuring APA's operations run smoothly with meticulous care! 📝📒

💫Year: Class of 2026
👩🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Clinical, community
⭐️Why APA? APA celebrates the diversity and unity of many cultures and backgrounds. Further, APA provides its members with an environment to become well rounded student pharmacists and an opportunity to celebrate our roots.
📝Favorite Quote: "Success isn't permanent and failure isn't fatal. It's the courage to continue that counts." -Mike Ditka
☀️Hobbies/Activities: Drawing, baking

✨Meet our dedicated Treasurer, Martin Do, steering APA's financial success with expertise and responsibility! 💰🧾

💫Year: 2026
🧑🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Teaching/hospice
⭐️Why APA?: I enjoy the culture and love seeing everyone having fun
📝Favorite quote: “You can sleep when you're done.”
☀️Hobbies: Reading/anime/games

✨Introducing our Historian, Jen Yeung, preserving APA's journey and contributions for future pharmacists! 📸📱

✨Year: 2026
👩🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Clinical (Cardiology or Internal Medicine) and Independent Pharmacy
⭐️Why APA? I joined APA because it resonates with my Asian heritage and culture. Being a part of this organization allows me to connect with others who share similar backgrounds and interests in the pharmaceutical field.
📝Favorite Quote: "Less is more."
☀️Hobbies: Watching movies, drawing, dancing, designing, photography, and exploring new restaurants.

✨Meet our Social and Professional Chair, Andy Ngo, cultivating connections and excellence within APA! 🤝🌟

💫Year: 2026
🧑🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Emergency Medicine
⭐️Why APA? Asians stick together
📝Favorite Quote: “Be a Wolf among sheep.”
☀️Hobbies/Activities: Bodybuilding

✨Meet our Social and Professional Chair, Vinh Foussell, cultivating connections and excellence within APA! 🤝🧑🏻‍⚕️

💫Year: 2026
🧑🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Emergency medicine!
⭐️Why APA?: I joined APA because it gives opportunities to serve the asian community, and it lets me connect with people who have a similar background to me!
📝Favorite Quote: Never back down never what?
☀️Hobbies/Activities: cooking, lifting weights, hanging out with my fiancé :)

✨Get to know our Membership and Fundraising Chair, Brandon Truong, fostering APA's growth and sustainability! 🤝📖

💫Year: 2026
🧑🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy field of interest: Infectious Disease, Academia
⭐️Why APA? I like the promotion of Asian culture in our field and want to represent it in such a way.
📝Favorite quote: "Don't strive to make your presence noticed, just make your absence felt."
☀️Hobbies: Dance, Tennis, Gaming, Sleep lol

✨Get to know our Membership and Fundraising Chair, Thi Le, fostering APA's growth and sustainability! 🤝🧋

⭐️Year: 2026
👩🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Industry/ Retail
💫Why APA? I love everyone there
📝Favorite Quote: “Nothing will work unless you do.”
☀️Hobbies/Activities: hiking, playing with my dogs, gardening

✨Introducing our Research Chair, Hiep Nguyen, guiding APA's exploration into innovative healthcare solutions! 🧪💊

⭐️Year: 2025
🧑🏻‍⚕️Pharmacy Field Interest: Community
💫Why APA? I love to enjoy Asian cuisines with my fellow student pharmacists and learn more about how pharmacists can impact Asian community.
📝Favorite quote: “He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight.” - Sun Tzu
☀️Hobby: playing video games, reading manga, watching movies

✨Grateful for the amazing turnout at our APA potluck! Huge thanks to everyone who brought such delicious food and drinks😋
🍁Wishing you all a joyous Thanksgiving and a relaxing break ahead. Good luck with finals🍀