Yes, we know it feels like it was only yesterday that you were roaming the beaches of Australia. And yes, it・s 10 months away. But we・re excited, and so should you! We miss all the fun and all our friends from the previous congresses and want to see them again soon! And, we want to see new faces and meet new people! So, get excited, and get ready for the 53rd IPSF Congress in Taipei!
To get you as prepared and as excited as possible about your trip to Taiwan in August, we will be sending you a newsletter once a month. It will be sent automatically to every Contact Person at the beginning of each month, and if you wish to receive the latest news every month, please subscribe at www.ipsf2007.org. For each issue, it will include the following sections:
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This main section will serve as an introduction to our island, and we・ll even tell you a few little known facts about it each month!
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This section will provide you with some news about the congress, as well as announcements from the IPSF board
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| Introduction to the Post Congress Tour
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We have planned a fun-filled 7-day tour around Taiwan post congress. We・ll tell you about where you・ll be going and what you・ll be seeing!
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Don・t speak Chinese? Fear not! We will teach you a few simple words and phrases each month that you・ll find to be useful for everything from ordering food and drinks, to haggling at a market.
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| Meet the Reception Committee
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We will be introducing the members of the Reception Committee, so that you・ll know who・s been working hard. You can find out who they are, what they do, and also who to contact with specific questions regarding the Congress.
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Here, you can read about what・s been going on in Taiwan and what to expect when you arrive. You・ll find everything from politics and business to entertainment and sports.
The newsletter, as well as the latest news about the IPSF Congress 2007 will also be posted online at our website (www.ipsf2007.org), which will be up and running starting in October. The website will keep you up to date with all the new developments and announcements. You an also subscribe to the newsletter by registering on our website.
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Social Events
| Welcome Party |
| Meet the fellow participants at this welcome party through some ice-breaking games. A chance to relax before the conference begins.
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| Party Room |
| Let・s party! Explore the night life in Taipei metropolis at the most famous pub in Asia! Experience how the craziness and excitement the city has to offer!
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| DF Auction |
| Auction off unique items you have brought from your country and buy fun things from the other side of the world! All proceedings will go to IPSF for future meetings and events to benefit all pharmacy students worldwide.
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| Gala Night |
| Bid farewell to all your new and old friends (until next year) at our gala night. Join us for a night of unforgettable fun before we all head back to far away places.
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| National Night |
| Ready to experience the genuine Taiwanese life? Enjoy the fantastic acrobatic feat shows and the traditional cuisine. Also you can try the folklores by yourself!
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| Pool Party |
| Want to cool down in the hot summer day? Come and enjoy the coolest pool party! You can join the exiting aquatic races and also experience the relaxing atmosphere at the poolside.
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| Taipei Night |
| Get to know Taipei better through one of the two routes. Interested in seeing why Taipei is one of the most modern cities in the world? Want to visit the hottest restaurants, shops, and cafes? Hop on this tour and you'll see what modern Taipei is all about! Alternatively, taste the fantastic flavors of traditional cuisine and enjoy the vibrancy of Taiwanese culture at one of our night markets. Try an array of delicious foods; maybe some chicken feet if you're brave?
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| International Night |
| It・s time to show off! At this IPSF favorite, you can introduce your international friends with your special country culture. Wear your national dress, bring your national drink, and prepare a song, skit, dance or whatever you like to perform in front of the delegation and show the passionate crowd what your country is all about.
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Workshops
| A | Folk Art Handicraft Workshop ：Chinese Macrame； |
| B | Folk Art Handicraft Workshop ：Kite Making； |
| C | Introduction to Chinese Traditional Medicine |
| D | Introduction to Chinese Characters and Calligraphy |
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By now, you must be at the edge of your seat, wondering how you could register for this amazing, wonderful congress! The easiest way to register, is online at www.ipsf2007.org , but be sure to pay the fee within seven days after you submit your registration. When your payment has been received, you will receive a receipt and an invitation letter in the email.
There are three registration periods:
| REGISTRATION PERIOD | DATES | FEE (Euro) |
| FIRST | 2007/1/1~2/28 | 400 |
| SECOND | 2007/3/1~4/30 | 480 |
| THIRD | 2007/5/1~7/15 | 540 |
The earlier you register, the less it costs!
Finally, it is our goal to organize a fun, memorable congress for you, and to help you get the most out of your visit to our island. Hopefully, you have found this newsletter to be interesting and helpful, and are as excited about the 2007 Congress as we are. If you have any questions about this newsletter or the 2007 congress, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our contact information is listed on the website and we will do our best to get back to you as soon as possible. We would also appreciate any comments, suggestions, or feedback about what you think of the newsletter or what we have planned for the congress. And, if you just want to say hi, we・d love to hear from you too!
Next month, we will tell you all about how to start applying for a visa to Taiwan. We can・t wait to see you here!
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09/21/2006 2:02 AM ET
Wang goes for win No. 18 in opener
New York (92-60) at Tampa Bay (58-94), Friday, 7:15 p.m. ET By Mark Polishuk / MLB.com
Though they play in the same division, the Yankees and Devil Rays have been as far apart as two franchises can be over the past nine seasons. While the Yankees have clinched their ninth consecutive American League East title, the Devil Rays are on the verge of their eighth last-place finish in their nine years of existence. There have been few lowlights for New York against Tampa Bay, but most of them came last season when the Yankees posted an 8-11 mark in their season series against their Florida rivals.
It was the first time the Brox Bombers lost a season series to Tampa Bay, but the favor has been more than returned this season. The Yanks are 11-3 against the Rays this year, and are a win away from their 100th all-time victory over Tampa Bay. The Yankees' franchise mark against the Rays currently stands at 99-45.
With one more victory, second-year hurler Chien-Ming Wang will have the most wins by a Yankee since Andy Pettitte won 21 in 2003. Wang is 2-0 with a 1.11 ERA in three starts against the Rays this season.
Rays rookie James Shields can only hope that his sophomore year is as successful as Wang's has been. For now, however, Shields is mired in a four-game winless streak. The right-hander has pitched well at Tropicana Field, going 4-2 with a 3.78 ERA in nine home starts.
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