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News Releases Archive, 2003
It is important
for University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) to
keep students, alumni, surrounding community and media informed
of important activities and events through timely news items.
Below are selected press releases that reflect the significant
accomplishments and growth of USP.
December
23,
2003
- Retired
CEO Joins Health Policy Program
- Dr. Robert D. Martin,
recently retired CEO of the University of Pennsylvania
Health System, recently joined the adjunct faculty
of USP's Health Policy Program. Dr. Martin will
teach HP763 "Special Topics Seminar on Health
Care Finance and Strategy," a new seminar course
during the spring semester.
More...
December
15,
2003
- USP
Joins Consortium with Drexel and Penn
- In an effort to maintain
the safety of its campus community, University of
the Sciences in Philadelphia has joined a consortium
with the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University.
More...
December
10,
2003
- USP
Hosts Chemistry Demonstrations for Children
- Children of all ages
will be welcomed to University of the Sciences in
Philadelphia on Saturday, December 13, 10 a.m.,
during an annual chemistry demonstration organized
by the Philadelphia Section of the American Chemical
Society. The event is free and open to the public
and will take place in the Wilson Student Center.
More...
December
1,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Presents Exhibiti
on World-Famous Alumnus Henry S. Wellcome
- University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) will hold a special
exhibit to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Henry
S. Wellcome’s honorary master’s degree
in pharmacy awarded by Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
(PCP), now USP, in 1903. The exhibit, which opens
Thursday, December 4, in the Marvin Samson Center
for the History of Pharmacy at USP, features Wellcome
artifacts, photographs and other items from the
museum’s collection—now on display.
More...
November
7,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia to Dedicate New
Arena to Former Longtime Basketball Coach
- University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) will dedicate its
new basketball arena after former longtime coach
and current athletic director Robert C. “Bobby”
Morgan on Saturday, November 22, 2:30 p.m., inside
USP’s Athletic/Recreation Center (ARC), located
at 43rd Street and Woodland Avenue. The University
will recognize Morgan’s achievements and induction
into the National Association of Intercollegiate
Athletics (NAIA) Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame
in a ceremony between games of the opening basketball
doubleheader at USP’s new ARC. More...
October
30,
2003
- USP
Hosts Sherlock Holmes Society
- Sherlock Holmes’
reference to a mysterious poison in Sir Arthur Conan
Doyle’s The Adventure of the Devil’s-Foot
was a topic of discussion at University of the Sciences
in Philadelphia on October 25. Members of the Mycroft
League, a Philadelphia society of Sherlock Holmes,
converged on campus to converse about a poison Watson,
Holmes’ trusty sidekick, called radix pedis
diaboli or the Devil’s Foot root. Unknown
to science, the Devil’s Foot root has baffled
and fascinated toxicologists since The Strand Magazine
published the short story in 1910. More...
October
27,
2003
- Dr.
George Downs to Retire From Post as Dean
- University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) recently announced
the retirement of George Downs, PharmD, dean of
the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. Dr. Downs,
who has been associated with the university for
more than 30 years, will remain as dean until the
end of the academic year in 2004.
More...
October
14,
2003
- Pharmacy
Professor Named Recipient of APhA Award
- The American Pharmacists
Association (APhA) recently announced that Daniel
Hussar, Ph.D. has been selected as the recipient
of the Hugo H. Schaefer Award for 2004. The Hugo
H. Schaefer Award is a national honor established
by the American Pharmacists Association in 1964
recognizing outstanding voluntary contributions
to society, to the profession of pharmacy, and the
APhA. Dr. Hussar is the Remington professor of pharmacy
of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP).
More...
October
10,
2003
- Volleyball
Player Receives Honor
- University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia’s women’s volleyball
player Emily Roth was recently named the Central
Atlantic Collegiate Conference’s (CACC) Volleyball
Player of the Week. Roth, a sophomore middle hitter,
helped lead the Devils to a 3-2 victory over Nyack
College. In the match, she recorded 16 kills with
only one error in 51 attempts for a .294 hitting
percentage. Roth also recorded 23 digs and five
blocks in the match.
More...
October
2,
2003
- Morgan
Inducted Into NAIA Basketball Hall Of Fame
- The
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
(NAIA) recently announced that University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia Athletic Director and former
men’s basketball coach Robert C. “Bobby”
Morgan will be inducted into the NAIA Basketball
Hall of Fame at the NAIA Division I National Championship
in March 2004 in Kansas City, Miss. More...
September
22,
2003
- More
Than 60 Companies to Attend USP's Annual Fall
Career Exposition
- It
may be early in the academic year, but students
at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia will
get an early opportunity to meet personally with
numerous health and science employers at USP’s
Annual Fall Career Exposition on Thursday, September
25. Inside USP’s new multi-million-dollar
Athletic/Recreation Center, the career exposition,
sponsored by the Career Services Department at USP,
will welcome more than 60 companies who will be
looking to recruit USP students from various disciplines
of study. More...
September
4,
2003
- New
Members Elected to USP's Board of Trustees
- To
celebrate the opening of the 2003-04 academic year,
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP)
will hold its first Opening Convocation and Academic
Procession on Thursday, August 28, 1:30 p.m., in
the new Athletic/Recreation Center. The event was
organized to officially welcome new and current
students to the University. The entire USP community
is invited to attend. A reception with light refreshments
will be provided following the ceremony. More...
August
27,
2003
- USP
Holds First Opening Convocation
- To
celebrate the opening of the 2003-04 academic year,
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP)
will hold its first Opening Convocation and Academic
Procession on Thursday, August 28, 1:30 p.m., in
the new Athletic/Recreation Center. The event was
organized to officially welcome new and current
students to the University. The entire USP community
is invited to attend. A reception with light refreshments
will be provided following the ceremony. More...
August
25,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Launches Security
Bike Patrol
- In
an effort to provide more visibility for its security
officers and create a more secure environment for
students, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
(USP) recently initiated a Security Bike Patrol.
The bike officers will patrol USP’s campus,
including the new Athletic Recreation Center, residence
halls and parking lots, Mondays through Fridays,
8 a.m. to midnight, and on the weekends, noon to
8 p.m. The bike officers will complement the security
efforts already in place at USP. More...
August
18,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Hosts Lecture Series
On Politics And Health Care
- Several
prominent political and health care experts will present
lectures at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
(USP) this fall as part of the USP Health Policy Program's
Annual Speaker Series program. All presentations (see
list of speakers below) will be held on Wednesdays,
4 p.m., in Rosenberger Hall (Room 102) on USP’s
campus, located at 600 S. 43rd Street. The presentations
are free and open to the public. More...
July
28,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Graduates Find Employment
in Rough Economy
- Nearly
90% of University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
(USP) graduates this past year have already found
employment, even though the job market has been burdensome
for many around the country. USP’s graduates
have obtained high-quality professional positions
at some of the leading healthcare companies and providers
in the region and beyond or have been accepted for
advanced study on the day of graduation. More...
July
14,
2003
- USP's
Summer GEAR UP Program for Middle and High School
Students Concludes
- After
four weeks of enhancing the communication, mathematics
and science skills of 22 middle and high school students
from the Southwest Academic Area, the Gaining Early
Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs
(GEAR UP) Summer Enrichment project at University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) will conclude
on July 31. Family and friends will join the students
and GEAR UP mentors on USP’s campus, 600 S.
43rd Street, 6 p.m., Griffith Hall A, for the program’s
closing ceremonies, which will include presentations
on African American authors, poetry readings, banner
and poster exhibits and skits relating to possible
careers in the science field. More...
July
14,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Granted Active NCAA
Division II Membership
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) has recently
been granted active membership in the National Collegiate
Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II by the Association’s
Membership Committee, effective September 1, 2003.
As an active member of the NCAA, USP has the right
to compete in NCAA championships, to vote on legislation
and other issues before the Association, and to enjoy
other privileges of membership designated in the constitution
and bylaws of the Association. More...
June
30,
2003
- USP
Professor Receives Lindback Teaching Grant
- The
Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation recently
presented a Minority Junior Faculty Award to Dr. Deepika
Vadher, assistant professor of clinical pharmacy at
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. The award
will support her research in examining the relationship
between health literacy and medication adherence in
patients diagnosed as hypertensive and diabetic, two
diseases that are costly to society and require a
significant amount of patient self-management to be
optimally controlled. More...
June
23,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Names New Chair
of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- The
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at University of
the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) has recently named
Dr. Adeboye Adejare of Pocatello, Idaho as associate
professor and chair of the Department of Pharmaceutical
Sciences. He brings to USP more than 20 years of experience
in research and teaching of medicinal chemistry and
related pharmaceutical sciences courses. More...
June
19 ,
2003
- Forensic
Science Minor Offered at USP
- Have
you ever imagined yourself investigating a crime scene
or testing DNA evidence? What do the terms ballistics
and toxicology really mean? Do you have what it takes
to become a forensic scientist? Now you have the chance
to find out through the new minor in Forensic Science
offered at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia.
More...
June
10 ,
2003
- USP
Introduces Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree
- As
the life expectancy for Americans reaches new highs,
the need for physical therapists to care for the elderly
and other physically challenged individuals will increase
as well. If you imagine yourself making a difference
as a physical therapist, then University of the Sciences
in Philadelphia (USP) will help you realize your ambitions
in this exciting and rewarding field through a new
six-year integrated undergraduate-professional graduate
degree program leading to the Doctor of Physical Therapy
(DPT) degree. More...
May
28,
2003
- Medicare
Symposium Focuses on Reform
- At
a symposium focusing on Medicare reform at University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) last week, the
three immediate past administrators of the Centers
for Medicaid and Medicare (CMS, formerly HCFA) agreed
that while the Medicare system needs broad reform,
short-term solutions such as fixed government contributions
or changing purchasing contracts will not address
the overall needs. All agreed that immediate attention
should turn to a prescription drug benefit, especially
to protect the lowest income beneficiaries. More...
May
27,
2003
- USP
Health Tip - Horseshoe Crabs Lucky For Shorebirds
and Humans
- While
strolling along the sandy beaches of the Eastern shore,
you’ve probably encountered the shells of dead
horseshoe crabs and wondered what exactly are these
prehistoric-looking creatures. Is their body armor
dangerous to humans? Can you eat them with a pound
of spaghetti as with other crabs? Are they just useless
aquatic freaks of nature? The answers may surprise
you. More...
May
22,
2003
- USP
Professor Receives Administrative Fellowship
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) recently announced
that Dr. Shanaz Tejani-Butt has been named the recipient
of the 2003-04 USP Administrative Fellowship. The
Fellowship is designed to introduce a faculty member
to all aspects of administration at the University,
with special emphasis on how the different divisions
work together to provide overall leadership. More...
May
12,
2003
- USP
To Hold Symposium On The Future Of Medicare
- For
the first time together, the former heads of the Centers
for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS, formerly HCFA) –
Gail Wilensky, Ph.D., Bruce Vladeck, Ph.D., and Nancy-Ann
DeParle, J.D. – will convene to discuss the
future of Medicare and consider what the program should
look like in 2010. Dr. Samuel Thier will moderate
the discussion. The symposium will take place Wednesday,
May 14, 3 p.m., in Griffith Hall, 600 S. 43rd St .
More...
May
5,
2003
- USP
Health Tip - Medicare Debate Revolves Around Trade-Offs
- Trade-offs
are a necessary part of everyday life. Purchasing
a major investment, such as a house or automobile,
sometimes requires you to relinquish a certain luxury
to reach your budget. Medicare reform is, unfortunately,
the same. The American public will have to decide
what specific services of Medicare they want to preserve,
but their decision could diminish or eliminate a different
benefit or luxury of the federal program. More...
May
1 ,
2003
- Occupational
Therapy Students at USP Participate in Community
Outreach Program
- Dr.
Roger Ideishi understands the value of contributing
to surrounding communities and society. And now his
students do as well. While Dr. Ideishi, assistant
professor of occupational therapy at University of
the Sciences in Philadelphia, teaches three courses
that have a strong emphasis in community outreach,
his students are getting much more than a classroom
learning experience. His students are making a difference
by participating in community service activities,
including designing and creating a community garden
and children’s playground. Dr. Ideishi believes
these objectives will help his students appreciate
their roles as occupational therapists. More...
April
28,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Presents 2003 Alumni
Association Awards
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia will present its 2003
Alumni Association Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame
Induction during the Annual Alumni Reunion on Saturday,
May 3. Five alumni and one honorary alumnus will be
recognized for their achievements and contributions
to both USP and society. The following individuals
were honored: Joseph L. Fink III, Ronald D. Kaufmann,
Michael Stern, Mignon S. Adams, John M. Kelly and
Diane Lesiak. More...
April
12,
2003
- USP
Health Tip -- Weekend Warriors Can Be Found in Gardens
as Well as Athletic Fields
- Now
that the bombardment of snow Ol’ Man Winter
unleashed on various regions of the country is becoming
a distant memory, many cooped-up individuals are venturing
into their yards to soak up the sun and beautify their
gardens. But in their haste to prune and plant, some
overly motivated gardeners may develop bigger problems
than annoying weeds and pests can pose. More...
April
10,
2003
- USP
Health Tip -- Can The Problem Of Math Anxiety Be
Solved?
- It
is 9:30 on a Monday morning, and a test paper jam-packed
with math equations greets you. You remember previous
failing attempts to tackle similar complex, brain-numbing
numerical riddles, and your body starts to breakdown.
You start to sweat, you can’t concentrate, and
suddenly, the class is almost over. You silently mutter
the battle cry of other students like yourself, “I
hate math.” More...
April
4 ,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia’s “Scholarly
Day” To Feature Lecture By Penn Professor
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) is holding its
“Scholarly Day,” featuring the 16th Annual
John C. Krantz, Jr. Distinguished Lecture, presented
this year by Dr. Charles O’Brien of the University
of Pennsylvania. Dr. O’Brien’s lecture,
titled “Developing New Medications for the Treatment
of Addictive Disorders,” will be presented on
Thursday, April 10, 1 p.m. in Griffith Hall (Room
A), located at 600 S. 43rd Street. More...
March
24 ,
2003
- USP
Names New Director of University Relations
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) is holding its
“Scholarly Day,” featuring the 16th Annual
John C. Krantz, Jr. Distinguished Lecture, presented
this year by Dr. Charles O’Brien of the University
of Pennsylvania. Dr. O’Brien’s lecture,
titled “Developing New Medications for the Treatment
of Addictive Disorders,” will be presented on
Thursday, April 10, 1 p.m. in Griffith Hall (Room
A), located at 600 S. 43rd Street. More...
March
20,
2003
- USP
Invites High School Students to Apply to Health
Sciences and Leadership Program
- “Developing
Tomorrow’s Student Leader Today” is the
motto of the newly established Health and Science
Pre-College Leadership Program at University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia (USP). Approximately 20 students
will be selected from Philadelphia-area health and
science academies that are affiliated with Philadelphia
Academies, Inc., to participate in the five-day program,
which will include highly interactive classes and
a chance to meet scientists and researchers. More...
March
17,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia offers M.B.A. in
Pharmaceutical Business
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) is searching
for motivated individuals who want to develop effective
business skills to begin or further their careers
in the competitive, ever-evolving pharmaceutical industry.
If this sounds like you, then USP has a graduate business
program specialized to meet your goals. More...
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March
6 ,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Professor Develops
New Drug Comparison Rating System
- As
new drugs become available to the public, many health
professionals, such as pharmacists, physicians and
nurses, need to understand the benefits or drawbacks
of these new medications in relation to similar drugs.
Dr. Daniel A. Hussar, Remington professor of pharmacy
of Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia, has addressed this
significant issue by developing a New Drug Comparison
Rating (NDCR) system. More...
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February
27,
2003
- Advanced
Concepts USP Names Four New Staff Members
- Advanced
Concepts USP has recently announced the appointment
of four new staff members. These individuals will
help to strengthen the foundation of quality and reliability
that Advanced Concepts USP has established since 1983.
As the strategic business unit of University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia, Advanced Concepts USP draws
upon the University's expertise to provide education
and training programs, clinical content expertise,
and applied research to the pharmaceutical industry
and other health-related organizations. More...
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February
19,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Names New Director
of Writing Center
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) recently named
Dr. Justin Everett as the new director of USP’s
Writing Center. Dr. Everett brings to the position
considerable experience in teaching rhetoric to native
and non-native speakers both in the classroom and
in one-on-one tutorials. More...
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February
11,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia Establishes Student
Leadership Center
- Grooming
future leaders in the ever-emerging health and science
fields has always been a focus at University of the
Sciences in Philadelphia (USP). The University has
enhanced this objective by establishing its Student
Leadership Center, designed to provide leadership
programs for USP students and selected secondary education
students. More...
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February
5,
2003
- High
School Science Teachers Honored at University of
the Sciences in Philadelphia
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University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia recently held its
“Celebrating Excellence in Science Teaching”
Appreciation Dinner. More than 20 USP students selected
high school science teachers who had the greatest
influence on their decision to pursue science as
a career. The following high school science teachers
were presented a certificate of appreciation. More...
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February
4 ,
2003
- USP’s
Production of “The Vagina Monologues”
Raises Awareness in the Fight Against Violence to
Women
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University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) will present
a benefit production of The Vagina Monologues on
Feb 18-20, 8 p.m., in the Student Wilson Center,
708 South 42nd Street, as part of the 2003 V-Day
College Campaign. Through V-Day campaigns, local
volunteers and college students produce annual benefit
performances of The Vagina Monologues to raise awareness
and funds for anti-violence groups within their
own communities. USP is one of the more than 660
colleges and universities around the world that
will perform the play to show support of the campaign.
Admission is $10 for the general public, $7 for
USP students. For more information, call (215) 596-7543.
More...
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January
30,
2003
- USP
Health Tip -- Could the Banana Slip out of Existence
Forever?
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The
next time you order a banana split or sip on a banana
daiquiri by the poolside, make sure you savor the
sweet taste of the popular yellow fruit, because
it may go the path of the mighty dinosaurs –
extinction. That’s right, the crescent-shaped
fruit, which is one of the largest agricultural
products in the world, is in for the fight of its
life against a plague of pests and diseases. The
banana’s biggest foe is Black Sigatoka, a
fungal disease that affects the fruit’s all-important
leaf area, causing premature ripening and reducing
the productive life of the banana. Huge banana plantations
all over the world would feel the impact if the
banana slipped off the face of the Earth.
More...
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January
28,
2003
- Construction
of Demonstration Garden/Outdoor Classroom at USP
Continues on Chester Avenue
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From
the debris and unsanitary conditions of a vacant
lot at 43rd Street and Chester Avenue will blossom
vibrant flowers and vegetation as well as a captivating
outdoor classroom for students at University of
the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP). Through a partnership
between USP, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD),
Baltimore Avenue in Bloom and UC Green, a new demonstration
garden/outdoor classroom will be a promising and
exciting opportunity for USP students, the campus
and the surrounding community to learn about and
appreciate the environment.
More...
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January
20,
2003
- USP
Professor Honored By Presbyterian Homes and Services
Inc.
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Paula
Kramer, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA, of Plainsboro, N.J.
(08536), recently received a service recognition
award from Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS),
Inc., for her six years of contribution to PHS’
Board of Trustees. Dr. Kramer, chair of the Department
of Occupational Therapy at University of the Sciences
in Philadelphia (USP), has headed the non-for-profit
organization’s nominations and planning and
development committees, and has served as a member
of the executive committee. She also has received
two grants from PHS’ foundation, which provided
occupational therapy programs using a lifestyle
redesign approach for seniors in affordable housing
communities. More...
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January
14,
2003
- University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia to Host Lecture/Exhibition
From Yugoslavian Sculptor
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University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) will host
a one-night lecture/exhibition from Aleksandra Vasik-Lalovic,
an international artist from Yugoslavia currently
living in Southern New Jersey, on Tuesday, January
21, in the Upper Crust Lounge, located on USP’s
campus at 43rd Street and Woodland Avenue. The lecture
will take place at 4 p.m., followed by a sculpture
exhibition from 5-7 p.m. The event is free and open
to the public.
More...
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January
7,
2003
- National
Center for Homeopathy Donates Grant to Support Alternative
Medicine Course at University of the Sciences in
Philadelphia
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University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) recently received
a $5,000 grant from the National Center for Homeopathy
(NCH) to help support a physician assistant course
on alternative medicine. The course, “PHA
203 Alternative Therapies in Medicine,” introduces
students to the various alternative medicines and
treatments available to patients, and their impact
on traditional mainstream medicine. Lectures are
given by health care providers regarding the use
and integration of complementary medicine in providing
care for the whole patient.
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