National President

Wooje Choi

Memorial University of Newfoundland, Class of 2026

Pronouns: He/Him

Education (Prior to pharmacy school): 1 year of pre-requisites at UNBSJ

3 adjectives to describe yourself: memorable, universal, (honourable) newfie

Why did you join CAPSI?

I really liked the community aspect I felt from Bridging the Gaps conference in 2022 so I thought it’d be a fun time if I joined CAPSI!

If you were to marry a drug, what would it be and why?

Aspirin – once we’re together we’re gonna be together ’til death do us part.

pres@capsi.ca

Duties for National President

Act for and in the name of the Association.

Supervise and coordinate the activities and affairs of the Association.

Responsible for fostering good relations and partnerships (directly or through effective council function) with National and International Pharmacy Associations including, but not limited to: CPhA, CSHP, IPSF, FIP, NAPRA, and PEBC

Communicate with the Professional Development Week (PDW) Liaison and PDW Host Committee Chairperson for that particular year’s PDW on a regular basis

Actively participate in the CAPSI Finance Committees.

Develop a sound understanding of CAPSI’s Constitutional Bylaws and Operating Manual and disseminate applicable information to council members

Actively participate in the CAPSI constitutional Review Committee that oversees annual review of the Operating Manual

Recognize the importance and liability of CAPSI as an organization based on the directives of the Constitution and be committed to upholding these directives

Represent CAPSI on Ad hoc working groups, initiatives, workshops, etc. organized by affiliated national pharmacy associations (where appropriate)

Submit articles of national student interest and an update of activities to the CAPSIL

Review and Coordinate yearly updates, turn over documents, and CAPSI documents as appropriate (including but not limited to the PDW turnover document, Educational Policy, etc.)

Participate as an active member of the National Council, offering feedback and input on any issues and discussions that arise

Plan and attend meetings (CPhA Conference, PDW) and prepare and distribute the agenda and reports at the two face-to-face meetings (CPhA Conference, PDW) and teleconference (minimum of two per year). Reports are encouraged to be made throughout the year to inform the National Council on upcoming programs and initiatives.

Respond to inquiries for student input, following feedback from a minimum of the Executive Secretary and/or VP Communications, when time to respond is limited. CAPSI National will not accept any financial compensation or in kind donations for requests regarding student input.