Networking
Networking is a focused way of developing and building a group of professional contacts who can serve as friends and resources throughout your career.
Annual Meeting
A premier statewide event bringing together pharmacists, residents, students, and industry leaders for education sessions, policy updates, and networking opportunities.
Eggleston-Granberg Golf Classic
The Eggleston-Granberg Golf Classic is held each year by the IPA Foundation in honor of Max Eggleston and Boyd and Peg Granberg’s commitment to student pharmacists. Join us as we bring together student pharmacists, alumni, and friends for a fun-filled day at the golf course with a purpose. All proceeds benefit the IPA Foundation’s support of student pharmacists at Drake University and the University of Iowa.
IPA Goes Local
A series of events that bring the learning and networking to YOU! Established in partnership with Iowa’s regional pharmacy associations, each event offers an educational program and allows IPA members to connect at the local level.
Pharmacy Day on the Hill
Join pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians in face-to-face grassroots advocacy, and help fill our state capitol with white coats! IPA’s Pharmacy Day on the Hill (previously Legislative Day) is the cornerstone of the association’s legislative and public policy efforts.
Practice Forums
These forums are designed to help pharmacy professionals navigate Iowa’s new regulatory landscape, implement practice opportunities, ask questions about difficulties they are experiencing, and discuss solutions to complex issues. These virtual interactive forums provide a platform to stay ahead of regulatory changes, share insights, and shape the future of pharmacy practice in Iowa. Register for forums that align with your interests and area(s) of pharmacy practice. All ENGAGED Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, and Student Pharmacist members are eligible to attend.
Residency Showcase
This is an opportunity for student pharmacists to explore postgraduate residency programs, connect directly with program directors and residents, and learn about various practice settings and requirements.
Standard of Care (SOC) Symposium
This event is designed for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists across the spectrum of pharmacy. This event provides a comprehensive look at the standard of care regulatory framework—whether you’re just getting familiar or already implementing innovative services in your practice.
This program matches student pharmacists with seasoned managed care professionals for career guidance, resume reviews, and industry networking.
APhA Mentoring Program
Students can enroll as mentees to connect with pharmacists practicing pharmaceutical care in unique and innovative ways. Pharmacists can enroll as mentors here. Enrolled students and pharmacists are paired by professional interest.
ASHP Guided Mentorship Program
This mentoring program helps students develop professionally by uniting them with experienced practitioners from a variety of practice areas.
Benefits of Networking:
- Your contacts can help you develop professionally and open doors to career opportunities.
- Networking can include advice, recommendations, or actually being hired. Each person you have contact with may bring you one step closer to the job you desire or your career goals.
- In the small world of pharmacy, networking is extremely important because most pharmacy positions are filled by word of mouth.
IPA Networking Opportunities:
The Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) provides several structured opportunities for student pharmacists and practitioners to build professional connections, gain exposure to diverse practice settings, and engage with leaders across the profession. These events are designed to strengthen professional development while fostering meaningful relationships that extend beyond the classroom or workplace.Annual Meeting
A premier statewide event bringing together pharmacists, residents, students, and industry leaders for education sessions, policy updates, and networking opportunities.
Eggleston-Granberg Golf Classic
The Eggleston-Granberg Golf Classic is held each year by the IPA Foundation in honor of Max Eggleston and Boyd and Peg Granberg’s commitment to student pharmacists. Join us as we bring together student pharmacists, alumni, and friends for a fun-filled day at the golf course with a purpose. All proceeds benefit the IPA Foundation’s support of student pharmacists at Drake University and the University of Iowa.
IPA Goes Local
A series of events that bring the learning and networking to YOU! Established in partnership with Iowa’s regional pharmacy associations, each event offers an educational program and allows IPA members to connect at the local level.
Pharmacy Day on the Hill
Join pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians in face-to-face grassroots advocacy, and help fill our state capitol with white coats! IPA’s Pharmacy Day on the Hill (previously Legislative Day) is the cornerstone of the association’s legislative and public policy efforts.
Practice Forums
These forums are designed to help pharmacy professionals navigate Iowa’s new regulatory landscape, implement practice opportunities, ask questions about difficulties they are experiencing, and discuss solutions to complex issues. These virtual interactive forums provide a platform to stay ahead of regulatory changes, share insights, and shape the future of pharmacy practice in Iowa. Register for forums that align with your interests and area(s) of pharmacy practice. All ENGAGED Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, and Student Pharmacist members are eligible to attend.
Residency Showcase
This is an opportunity for student pharmacists to explore postgraduate residency programs, connect directly with program directors and residents, and learn about various practice settings and requirements.
Standard of Care (SOC) Symposium
This event is designed for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists across the spectrum of pharmacy. This event provides a comprehensive look at the standard of care regulatory framework—whether you’re just getting familiar or already implementing innovative services in your practice.
Resources to Help You Network:
AMCP Mentorship ProgramThis program matches student pharmacists with seasoned managed care professionals for career guidance, resume reviews, and industry networking.
APhA Mentoring Program
Students can enroll as mentees to connect with pharmacists practicing pharmaceutical care in unique and innovative ways. Pharmacists can enroll as mentors here. Enrolled students and pharmacists are paired by professional interest.
ASHP Guided Mentorship Program
This mentoring program helps students develop professionally by uniting them with experienced practitioners from a variety of practice areas.
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