Clubs & Organizations

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) Club

The MSPAS Club is the official organization for PA students who are enrolled in the SHU PA program. The organization is run by students and includes members from each student cohort. The club is involved in all aspects of promoting student success through activities such as team-building events, wellness, community service and mentorship.

Eric C. Nemec II, PharmD, BCPS
Club Advisor

Margaret Rolfe
Class of 2022 President
rolfem@mail.sacredheart.edu

Pre-Physician Assistant Club

The Pre-PA club is an Undergraduate student club that helps students learn more about the occupation, interact with current physician assistants and prepares them for exams and other requirements for physician assistant schools.

Connecticut Academy of Physician Assistants (ConnAPA)

ConnAPA is part of a national network of constituent chapters devoted to representing and promoting the interests of PAs in CT. ConnAPA is committed to students and advocates for student involvement in all ConnAPA meetings, conferences and events. The SHU MSPAS program educates on and promotes PA advocacy, and supports its state academy by covering ConnAPA membership for every PA student and faculty member in the program. Additionally, ConnAPA offers a Pre-PA membership for students interested in the PA profession. Visit ConnAPA to learn more about this organization and its membership.

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) is the national organization that represents physician assistants in all specialties and all employment settings. Visit AAPA to learn more of this organization.