WSPS Meeting Reflection

I learned many things by attending the WSPS meeting on April 6th. I learned that these meetings are much more structured than some of the other clubs and events that I attend. For example, there was budgeted time for announcements, a guest speaker, and final remarks. In many of my undergraduate clubs, meetings are less structured. The timeline is more fluid and there is not a set schedule. In addition to this, I learned about the national APhA meeting in San Francisco this past spring break. By the looks of it, many students had time to explore the city in addition to the conference. I may have to consider doing this if I am a pharmacy student one day. It sounds like the perfect way to interact with others in the field and have a vacation. Lastly, I learned that there are many ways to become involved in pharmacy school. For example, the Relay for Life-UW Madison was being discussed at the meeting. It seemed like an effective way to help the school and community. I would participate in this event if I have an opportunity in the future.
Out of the entire meeting, two things were surprising.
We heard from a pharmacist that overcame an addiction to opioids. It surprised me of how many resources there are for health professionals struggling with addiction. For example, there is a program that will help pharmacists drug free while in the work environment. In addition to this, I was surprising to see that pharmacists have the possibility to keep their license to practice after an addiction. I feel that pharmacists should keep the right to practice as long as they have demonstrated that they have received help or therapy. This way, people can have a second chance to make things
right.
Of everything I learned, I will not forget about the WSPS. This is a club that I would like to join if I make it into pharmacy school. I like the in-depth nature of topic and discussion relevant to pharmacy that is presented in this club.