Welcome to
Alberta Pharmacy Students' Association
The Alberta Pharmacy Students’ Association (APSA) is a registered student group with the University of Alberta Students’ Union and represents the voice of pharmacy students in the province of Alberta. Membership in the organization is voluntary for Alberta pharmacy students, but highly encouraged. We provide numerous services to students, such as:
- Social events
- Locker sales
- Yearbooks
- Orientation
- Bulk textbook orders
- And much more!
For a detailed summary of the services we provide to pharmacy students and the benefits of membership, please visit our Student Services page.
Main Events
Orientation
Orientation
At the beginning of each new year, APSA hosts an orientation for the incoming pharmacy class. Orientation is a chance to get acquainted with your new classmates and learn about all the great events APSA has in store for you. Orientation will look a little different this year with a virtual approach - stay tuned for more details as we are all looking forward to meeting the newest members of the pharmily.
More info The Mint Cup
The Mint Cup
Welcome new students and thank you for joining us in hosting The Mint Cup! Sponsored by Mint Health Drugs, this annual pharmacy tournament will test your participation, your skills and your wit. Each of you will be placed on 1 or 10 teams in which you will battle against the rest of the faculty as we integrate a series of events into a year long competition. Be ready to take on the reigning champions from Team Black!
More info and Leaderboards RxFactor
RxFactor
In November/December of each year we prepare for the biggest talent show of the year... RxFactor. Several nominees from each class will showcase their talents to all of pharmacy in this hilarious and exciting competition. Not only is it one of the most anticipated events of the year but it also is a huge fundraiser for our Movember campaign. Keep your eyes out for more details as RxFactor this year will be much different than any year before!
More Info Run for a Cause
Run for a Cause
Get ready to band together with your fellow APSA members to run for a cause. In previous years, APSA has formed large teams to raise money for breast cancer, activism, and participated in Run for the Cure. Whether you walk or run we would love to have as many participants as possible for this event which will take place in late September. Stay tuned for updates on APSA's social media accounts.
More Info P.A.M.
Pharmacy Appreciation Month
Each March is Pharmacy Appreciation Month which means we have a busy month packed with fun events and informative sessions. Students are invited to participate in public outreach clinics to help educate our communities on a variety of health topics as well as the role of the pharmacist. Come ready to learn, participate as much as possible and advocate for the profession.
More Info Blue & Gold
Blue & Gold Gala
The biggest pharmacy event of the year - Blue and Gold! Each year around February, the classes are challenged with a new theme and asked to compete in a series of competitions to prove who is the ultimate class. Whether it is the showcase of talent and humour on stage or sampling some delicious punch, this event is one of the most entertaining of the year. You do NOT want to miss Blue and Gold coming in March!
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Pharmacy VS Dentistry Hockey Game
Each year we engage in some “friendly” competition with the Faculty of Dentistry - all for a good cause. In the past, we have partnered with the Movember Foundation and Diabetes Canada to raise money for these initiatives. Stay tuned to APSA social media for updates.
P.D.W.
Professional Development Week (PDW)
Each year CAPSI delegates one of the pharmacy schools across Canada to host a national conference. Taking place around January, PDW is an event not to miss. Tickets sell out quickly, and the friends are made even quicker.
White Coat Ceremony
White Coat Ceremony
Each year the first-year class is sworn into the profession of pharmacy. Each student is donned a white coat and a personalized nametag as an official entrance into pharmacy school. The president of APSA leads the new members of the profession in stating their pledge to uphold the College's Standards of Practice. This event usually takes place in the Winter Semester.
Frequently Visited Pages
APSA Mentorship Program
APSA Mentorship Program (AMP) was created with the intention of students helping other students through pharmacy school.
Job Postings
Find job postings from employers across Alberta in search of pharmacy students and interns. Exclusively for APSA members!
Academic Resources
APSA has worked hard to compile a list of handy academic resources that can be super useful for pharmacy students.