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UH APhA-ASP 2011-2012 Officers
President: Rachael Bedard
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Welcome to APhA-ASP! My name is Rachael Bedard, and I am excited to serve as your President this year. I chose to be involved in APhA as a P1 because I saw that APhA would give me a voice in shaping the future of the pharmacy profession. I am dedicated to helping this organization grow and thrive – please let me know how I can help you to do the same!
About me: I am currently a P3. I graduated from Southwestern University with a BS in Biology and a minor in Spanish. I was born and raised in Austin, TX, and I love to go back every chance I get. I am a big animal lover, and I also like to cook and travel, especially to Central America.
President Elect: Rachel Harvey
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi! My name is Rachel Harvey, and I’m a P2 this year. I’m originally from Austin, and went to the University of Texas for my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry. I love road tripping and going to concerts, and I am a complete caffeine addict! I am so excited to be APhA-ASP President-Elect this year! I have been actively involved in APhA since the start of last year, and I can’t wait to see what the new school year brings for our organization. I hope APhA continues to grow and improve through the next year, and I look forward to going to the annual conference in Louisiana this year. I love hearing from APhA members, so please email me if you ever need anything at all. Let’s have a great year!
Vice President: Trang Tran
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Trang Tran, and I am super excited to be this year’s Vice President of APhA-ASP! I graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 2008 with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and a Master’s in Public Accounting. I LOVE to travel, eat, and explore new things all over the WORLD! My passion for APhA-ASP sparked after attending my first APhA Annual Convention in Seattle this past year. Seeing how involved other chapters are in terms of making an impact in the community as student pharmacists inspired me to become an officer and to seek opportunities to make a difference. I believe our APhA-ASP chapter is a great umbrella organization that represents all types of interests in pharmacy. We have high expectations and many wonderful plans for this year, so I hope you all are excited to be a part of this new journey with us! Our profession is constantly changing and as students, we should take a pro-active role in advocating for what we believe the future of pharmacy should look like.
Treasurer: Bo Pang
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi everyone, I’m your treasurer for this school year! I graduated from UT Austin sometime in the last decade, went through a couple of career changes before I joined the college of pharmacy, and became a part of this great organization. I enjoy time in the sun, sports, movies, traveling, and most of all, taking pictures! No doubt it’s a tough transition from undergraduate work to the curriculum here at the UHCOP, but I urge you all to come out and explore the opportunities APhA-ASP has to offer. I’m here to work along side all the other officers to make this year a fulfilling and rewarding experience. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, and I’ll try my best to help. Have fun!
Secretary: Kim Anh Pham
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:My name is Kim Anh Pham and I am your secretary. Words cannot describe how excited I am to the new APhA-ASP school year. This organization has a special place in my heart since it was my first professional pharmacy organization and it had helped to solidify my interest in pharmacy as I attended meetings as a pre-pharmacy member. J I challenge each one of you to come out to at least one of our events or meetings and see how diverse our pharmacy profession has become. There is only four short years to play an active role in pharmacy and affect the lives of your patients, so don’t delay! I look forward to seeing you at our meetings and events. Feel free to stop me if you see me walking your way and say “Hello”.
About me: In my spare time, I love watching reality tv chef shows from all over the world and try to recreate the dishes. Unfortunately most of the time, it will turn out to be a disaster. Other than watching reality tv shows, I have an adorable puppy that I love to walk and play with at the park.
Publicist: Caitlin Gallacher
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hello! My name is Caitlin Gallacher. I am excited to serve as publicist for APhA this year. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2009 and I am currently a P2 here at UH. I grew up in California but I love it here in Texas. I enjoy working out, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family when I have time. Feel free to contact me with any question you may have regarding APhA.
Publicist: Bo Davis
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: My name is Bo Davis, and I am a Co-Publicist. I am a P3, and I did my undergrad at Del Mar College in Corpus Christi and at University of Houston. I was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas. I am working at HEB pharmacy and I have been employed at HEB for 7 years, so if anyone has any questions about the company feel free to ask. I also serve as the webmaster, so if you have any questions about our website let me know.
3rd Year Membership Vice-President: Lindsey Boyd
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Howdy, my name is Lindsey Boyd and I will be one of your membership officers this year. I am starting my third year here at UH Pharmacy, and am looking forward to meeting all the new P1s! My home town is Lorena, Tx and I attended Texas A&M in College Station for my pre-reqs. I look forward to finishing my degree soon so I can get my Aggie ring…WHOOP!!! Learning about APhA and all it has to offer has been an exciting adventure this year and I can’t wait for ya’ll to get involved and hear your own ideas. Always feel free to send me an email (lkateboyd@uh.edu) if you have questions about our organization or ways that you can get involved!!
3rd Year Membership Vice-President: Leslie Finney
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: My name is Leslie Finney, and I am one of the Membership Vice-Presidents. I did my undergraduate work at the University of North Texas, and I am currently a P3. I am from Winnsboro, TX (where cows outnumber people), but I call Ft. Worth home now. I love spending my free time with my dog, Rudy, and my nephews. I have been a pharmacy technician for the past five years at an independent pharmacy and also at Walgreens. Two summers ago I worked as an intern for Cook Children’s Hospital, so if you have any questions about different types of pharmacy, I’m here to help.
2nd Year Membership Vice-President : Marisa Smith
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: My name is Marisa Smith and I am one of the Membership Vice Presidents for APhA-ASP this year. I am currently a P2 here at UHCOP. I am originally from Cypress, TX, but I attended Texas A&M University, where I received my Chemistry degree in 2009. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, as well as traveling. There are many opportunities that APhA-ASP brings to us and I have enjoyed being a part of it all this past year. I really look forward to what this next year brings. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.
2nd Year Membership Vice-President : Jennifer Collins
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Hi! My name is Jennifer Collins and I’m a P2. I graduated from SMU in Dallas where I received a BS in biochemistry, a BA in Spanish and chemistry, and a minor in psychology. I’ve lived in Garland, a Dallas suburb my whole life. I love going out dancing, especially country dancing. I also enjoy rowing and jogging to relieve stress. I’ve worked as a tech at Walmart since the start of my senior year of undergrad. I absolutely loved my first year here at U of H and am looking forward to the rest of my time here, especially with APhA!
Sr. Patient Counseling Chair: Jessica Preston
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hey everyone! My name is Jessica Preston, and I am the Senior Patient Counseling Chair in APhA-ASP. I am a P3, and I am excited to be a part of what our APhA-ASP chapter at UHCOP is going to do this year! I graduated from the University of Arkansas (go HOGS!) with a degree in Chemistry. In my spare time, I like to exercise, shop, and read. I look forward to seeing you all as participants in the Patient Counseling Competition this year!
Jr. Patient Counseling Chair: Amber Curry
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Hey Everyone! My name is Amber Curry, and I am so excited about being your Junior Patient Counseling Chair for APhA! I had a lot of fun and learned so much by competing in last year’s patient counseling competition. I hope we can increase our participation even more this year and impact every student pharmacist to apply their counseling skills in every pharmacy setting. I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science from Auburn University in 2009 (War Eagle!!) and moved to Houston with my husband shortly thereafter. I have two adorable Cocker Spaniel dogs (my babies!) and love to take them for walks around Hermann Park. I also enjoy reading by the pool, putting together puzzles, and hanging out with friends and family. If yall have any questions about the Patient Counseling Competition please feel free to contact me (adtruitt@uh.edu) or Jessica Preston (jnpreston@uh.edu) at any time!
Sr. Professionalism Chair/Texas Pharmacy Association (TPA) Director: Tricia Tran
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hello Everyone! My name is Tricia Tran and, I am of the one the TPA directors/professionalism chairs. Currently, I am a P3, which is super exciting because I am half way there to becoming a Pharm.D! I was born and raised here in Houston, and also went to University of Houston for undergrad. In my free time, I love to eat good food, read fashion blogs, and travel. I like meeting new people, especially future pharmies, like myself, so feel free to contact me about anything!
Jr. Professionalism Chair/Texas Pharmacy Association (TPA) Director: Andrew Morris
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:My name is Andrew Morris and I am the Jr. Professionalism Chair / TPA Director. I am currently a P2 and graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.S. in Biology. I am originally from Lufkin, TX and I love living here in Houston and all the city has to offer. Music is a huge passion of mine and I love discovering new bands and attending concerts. I also enjoy cooking and trying new recipes, traveling, running, and hanging out with friends. I am looking forward to the upcoming year with APhA. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
Student Political Advocacy Network (SPAN) Coordinator: Nammu Ganesan
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi, my name is Nammu Ganesan. Currently, I am a P2 at the University of Houston, where I also completed my pre-pharmacy coursework. I am also originally from Houston. With all the stresses of pharmacy school, I have found new activities that I am passionate about. Some of those things include running, watching movies, reading, and cooking. Of course, the main thing that I have found fulfilling is being involved with the school in organizations, and working together with my fellow classmates. I’m very excited for the upcoming year with APhA. If you ever have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask me.
International Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation (IPSF) Chair: Sora Choi
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:My name is Sora Choi and I am the IPSF chair for this year. I am currently a P3 and I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Biochemistry. I was born in Seoul, Korea and moved to California when I was 5 years old. I moved back to Korea when I was in 4th grade. Then, I moved to Dallas, TX when I was in 9th grade. My hobbies include watching movies, reading and going to art galleries/museums. I am excited and looking forward to a great year!
Social Chair: Alex Whiddon
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi! My name is Alex Whiddon and I will be your APhA-ASP social chair for this year. I’m currently a P2 and I graduated from LSU with a BS in biological sciences and minors in chemistry and French. In my free time, I love to read, cook, bake, and spend time with my friends and family. I’m looking forward to a great year–feel free to contact me with any questions!
Reports/Awards Chair: Ninu Varughese
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Hi, my name is Ninu Varughese and I will be the Reports chair for APhA-ASP this year. I am currently an entering P2 and I did my undergrad here at UH. Aside from school, I work part-time at Randalls pharmacy. In my free time I love running, gardening, baking and spending time with my family and friends.I want to wish all our incoming P1s a wonderful start to your pharmacy school journey. The years will go by faster than you think, I hope you make the most out of these student years and take an active role in your profession. If you have any questions at all, feel free to ask.
Fundraising Chair: Shameel Pattani
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi! My name is Shameel Pattani and I am your fundraising chair this year for APhA. I am currently a P2 here at UHCOP. I graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s in Biology. I was born and raised in Tanzania (East Africa) but College Station, TX has been my home for majority of my life. I have worked for CVS/Pharmacy for the last 4 years and am currently interning with them this summer. I look forward to working with everyone in the coming year, so please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions 
Sr. Operation Immunizations Chair: Gregg Morgan
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:I am the Sr. Operation Immunization Chair. I did my undergraduate work at Blinn College and Texas A&M University. I look forward to another year serving our APhA chapter in 2011-2012.
Jr. Operation Immunizations Chair: Omik Patel
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: My name is Omik Patel and I am the Jr. Operation Immunizations Chair. I am currently a P2 and I graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas with a degree in Biology and minor in Business Admin. I was born and raised in Garland, TX and have lived there pretty much my entire life. I look forward to getting more involved with APhA this year and encourage everyone else to do the same.
Sr. Operation Diabetes Chair: Christina Chou
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Hello everyone! My name is Christina Chou and I am currently a P3 and the senior diabetes chair for APhA-ASP. I was born and raised in Houston,TX. I went to the University of Texas at Austin where I received my undergraduate degree in Biology. Some of my interests are working out, shopping, yoga, trying out different restaurants in town, and just basically anything fun! I have been a pharmacy technician at Walgreens for about 2 years now. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!
Jr. Operation Diabetes Chair: Lynsey Smith
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hello everyone! My name is Lynsey Smith and I am thrilled to be your Jr. operation diabetes chair this year. I am currently a P2 and attended The University of Oklahoma for my undergrad. I was born and raised in Houston, Texas. In my free time I like to run, cook, eat, and be goofy with my friends. I worked at Target during my first year of Pharmacy school and can answer any questions you might have.
Sr. Heartburn Awareness Chair: Katie Taylor
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: Hi! My name is Katie Taylor and I am the Heartburn Awareness Junior Chair this year for APhA. I am currently a P3 and I graduated from Texas A&M in 2009 with a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology. I work for Brookshire Brother’s pharmacy and have really enjoyed it. I look forward to getting to know everyone and let me know if you have any questions about Heartburn Awareness or APhA!
Jr. Heartburn Awareness Chair: Troy Zapata
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio: My name is Troy Zapata. I am excited to be your Junior Heartburn Awareness Chair. I am currently a P2 and attended UT for my undergraduate. I currently work for CVS/Pharmacy and love it! If you have any other questions about APhA or heartburn please don’t hesitate to ask.
Operation Heart Chair: Nina Zhang
Email: UHAPhAASP@gmail.com
Bio:Hello! My name is Nina Zhang and I am the Operation Heart Chair for APhA-ASP. Currently I am a P2 student and I did my undergrad at UT Austin, majoring in biochemistry. My hometown is Austin, Tx and I have worked at an independent pharmacy there (Liberty Pharmacy) as a tech for 3 years. I love traveling, have a huge penchant for music and enjoy watching movies. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone!