Griffith Hall

Saint Joseph's University

Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Founders' Day

Thursday, February 20, 2025

 

All are invited to campus to celebrate Saint Joseph's Philadelphia College of Pharmacy's Founders' Day as we commemorate its 1821 founding. Come back to campus to enjoy tours of Griffith Hall, heavy hors d'oeuvres and an open bar. The cost to attend the celebration is $15 and you can register below.

 

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Schedule of Events

McNeil Science and Technology Center (STC)

  • 5 p.m. Student-led tours of Griffith Hall and the Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy.
  • 6 p.m. Welcome and Registration
  • 6:30 p.m. Program and Presentation of Awards
  • 7 p.m. Reception - heavy appetizers, open bar and additional tours and demonstrations.

2025 Award Recipients & Honorees

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Jamie Kerestes, Pharm.D '11, BCCCP, BCEMP

 

Jamie (Wall) Kerestes, PharmD '11

The PCP Young Alumni Award was created to honor an alum who has received their degree within the past 15 years and who has shown outstanding promise and success in their professional career. Congratulations to Dr. Jamie Kerestes, PharmD '11!

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Patricia C. Kienle '75, RPh, MPA, BCSCP, FASHP

 

Patricia (Clancy) Kienle, '75

The William Procter Jr. Award, was created in honor of William Procter Jr., PCP graduate, faculty member and widely considered the Father of American Pharmacy. This award recognizes an outstanding alum who exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit of our founding fathers and has provided outstanding service to the College and profession. Congratulations to Patti Kienle '75!

 

Founders' Day Event Photos

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2024 Award Recipients

Dr. Michael Dejos, PharmD '13 - Young Alumni Award

Dr. John Gans, PharmD '69 - William Procter Jr. Award

2023 Award Recipients

Dr. Jack Korbutov, PharmD '11, FACA, FACVP - Young Alumni Award

Congratulations to Dr. Korbutov as the first recipient of the PCP Young Alumni Award.

Dr. Daniel Hussar, P'62, MS'64, PhD'67 - William Procter Jr. Award

Congratulations to Dr. Hussar, Dean Emeritus and Remington Professor on being named the inaugural recipient of the William Procter Jr. Medal.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

  • Park in the Goodman lot, between Goodman Hall and the ARC Building.

    Enter campus via 42nd Street. The entrance to the parking lot is half way around the loop road - there will be signs out on the day of the event.

    For more information, please contact MJ Connell at mjconnell@sju.edu or 610-660-2301.

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  • Business casual is recommended.

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  • We ask all participants to submit registration by Friday, February 14, 2025.

  • If you have any concerns please contact MJ Connell at mjconnell@sju.edu or 610-660-2301, so we may ensure all our guests feel welcome and comfortable during the event.

  • Options will be offered for individuals with special dietary needs. Contact MJ Connell at mjconnell@sju.edu or 610-660-2301 to talk about your needs so we can properly accommodate you.