Forever ETSU — Pharmacy Schedule

Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy

Thank you to everyone for making this year's Forever ETSU a huge success!

Forever ETSU April 20-26 graphic

Forever ETSU Week of Giving is right around the corner, and ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy is excited to share its lineup of events happening April 20–26 to help celebrate our student pharmacists and support their success through scholarships. Below is a quick guide to each day’s activities, including times and locations.

Last year our college was No. 1 for social media participation across the entire university. Let’s win it again this year! During the week, follow us for updates on social media at Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, and X (Twitter) and be sure to share, like, and engage with us. Learn more, give during April 20-26 at www.etsu.edu/give.

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Throughout the week, a Lego Bucky will be hidden on our campus, as well as on main campus, for you to try and find.

Info on the Dr. Odle Commemorative Pin:

  • Dr. Brian Odle Scholarship Endowment and Commemorative Pin

    Numerous Gatton scholarships are available to support, including the Dr. Brian Odle Scholarship Endowment, honoring the legacy of the late Dr. Brian Odle, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, who passed away in 2021 from cancer. Donations to the Odle Scholarship of $100 or more will receive a special commemorative pin (pictured), which features his signature bow tie and four words of wisdom which he shared with past graduates, "Preparation, Planning, Practice, and Performance."
    These words and his legacy continue to guide Gatton student pharmacists today, as P3s receive the pins as they prepare to begin their Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs). In 2026, Dr. Odle’s wife, Kim, presented the pins to the students (pictured).


    A collage of photos: Top left, Dr. Brian Odle; right, the Odle pin with signature bow tie and 4 words "Preparation, Planning, Performance, Practice"; bottom l left, Dr. Odle's wife pinning a student.

See the full schedule:

  • Monday, April 20—Faculty/Staff Day
    Location: Campus Lawn (also at the Culp on main campus)
    Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
    Start the week with a day dedicated to faculty and staff. Stop by to grab a coffee, donut, and t-shirt (all while supplies last). QR codes will be available to help you make a gift. In the Building 7 breakrooms, there will be QR codes and t-shirts available for those who make a gift. Learn more: www.etsu.edu/give.
  • Tuesday, April 21—Make A Gift Day: Our Next Big Hit 
    Alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents, friends, and all supporters come together to support ETSU students, scholarships, and programs that transform lives. Learn more: www.etsu.edu/give.
  • Wednesday, April 22—Student Day & 2026 Grad Send-Off / Power Hour Competition

    Gatton's student organizations will participate in a Forever ETSU fundraising event called the “Power Hour” at the Culp Cave, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, for a chance to win $500 for their org. Last year, our APhA-ASP committee took the win during the first hour, and Kappa Psi came out on top for the second hour. Let’s sweep all four hours this year!!!

    Below are important notes, a schedule of events, and even a script so you can share with others to support this event.

    Here are some important things to remember:

    • Participation is the key, as even $1 counts toward the organization's total for the leaderboard.
    • The donor must specify which student org they’re supporting in the memo line during the donation process: “Power Hour (insert student org's name)” 
    • The donation must be processed strictly during the designated hour to count toward that specific challenge.
    • You may be contacted by multiple student orgs competing at the same time! Feel free to pick one—or give to both!
    • Spread the word to others! See script below at the bottom of this email.
    • For students who donate $25: they may choose either the Culp Center experience (as you stated above) or receive a gold cord for graduation.
    • Faculty and staff: Donations during Power Hour counts toward both the student org's goal and the overall faculty/staff participation percentage.
    • Please use this specific giving link so that Madison Hoskins (our Student Foundation Ambassador) gets credit:  https://www.givecampus.com/s/blbxfa

    Full Schedule:

    9-10 a.m. – 1st Hour (PLS)
    10-11 a.m. – 2nd Hour (Kappa Psi)
    11 a.m.-12 p.m. – 3rd Hour for main campus fraternities & sororities
    12-1 p.m. – 4th Hour for ETSU Athletics
    1-2 p.m. – 5th Hour (APhA)
    2-3 p.m. – 6th Hour (NCPA and SNPhA)
    VIP Student Section (with $25 gift): Includes food and exclusive items (limited availability)
    Power Hour competition sponsored by Johnny Brusco’s (top student organization earns an additional $500)
    Food, DJ, and entertainment throughout the day
    Giveaways, Lego Bucky Find-&-Seek, and campus competitions continue

    Script to Share with Others:

    Share with an alum, friend, family member, or anyone who might want to give! Tailor to your style, but please make sure they know to core rules of the competition.

    Text message:

    Hey (Insert Person’s Name), I just wanted to let you know that Gatton’s student orgs are competing again this year to sweep a special fundraising competition during Forever ETSU on Wed., April 22. Our student orgs will compete from 9-10 (PLS), 10-11 (Kappa Psi), 1-2 (APhA), and 2-3 (NCPA and SNPhA). Participation is key – even a dollar counts! Be sure to put “Power Hour (Insert Student Org's Name)” in the memo line.  Support them at https://www.givecampus.com/s/blbxfa.

    Email: 

    Hi (Insert Person’s Name)

    I just wanted to let you know that Gatton’s student orgs are competing again this year to sweep a special fundraising competition during Forever ETSU on Wednesday, April 22, called the “Power Hour” at the Culp Cave, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Our student orgs will be competing to win $500 during this giving competition. Last year, our APhA-ASP committee took the win during the first hour, and Kappa Psi came out on top for the second hour. Let’s sweep all four hours this year!!!

    Here are some highlights to remember:

    • Participation is the key, as even $1 counts toward the organization's total for the leaderboard.
    • The donor must put “Power Hour (insert student org's name)” in the memo line during the donation process. (e.g., " Power Hour Kappa Psi,” " Power Hour APhA," etc.).
    • The donation must be processed strictly during the designated hour to count toward that specific challenge.
    • Give at this link:  https://www.givecampus.com/s/blbxfa

    Full Schedule:

    Our student orgs compete during these hours:

    9-10 a.m. – 1st Hour (PLS)
    10-11 a.m. – 2nd Hour (Kappa Psi)
    1-2 p.m. – 5th Hour (APhA)
    2-3 p.m. – 6th Hour (NCPA and SNPhA)

    Social media: 

    Help Gatton’s student orgs sweep the Forever ETSU Power Hour on Wed., April 22. Our student orgs will compete from 9-10 (PLS), 10-11 (Kappa Psi), 1-2 (APhA), and 2-3 (NCPA and SNPhA). Participation is key – even a dollar counts! Be sure to put “Power Hour (Insert Student Org's Name)” in the memo line.  Support them at https://www.givecampus.com/s/blbxfa.

    For X:

    Help Gatton’s student orgs sweep the Forever ETSU Power Hour on 4.22. Our student orgs will compete from 9-10 (PLS), 10-11 (Kappa Psi), 1-2 (APhA), and 2-3 (NCPA and SNPhA). Even a dollar counts! Put “Power Hour (Student Org's Name)” in notes. Support them at https://www.givecampus.com/s/blbxfa.

  • Thursday, April 23—423 Day: Bucs Say Thanks

    Main Location: Building 7 Lobby (Also on main campus, Culp Cave)
    Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
    Help us show appreciation to donors by writing thank-you cards or recording thank-you videos.

    Participants receive a 423 Day shirt and lunch (pizza and Chick-Fil-A) while supplies last
    Giveaways and campus competitions continue.

  • Friday, April 24—Forever Fest West Walnut Block Party

    Location: West Walnut Street
    Time: 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    Wrap up the week with a festive block party, a fun, community-focused celebration to close out the Week of Giving. Gatton’s APhA-ASP OSUDs committee will be doing Narcan training.

    Map of the Forever ETSU event in downtown JC

  •  April 25–26—Final Push

    Help us finish strong as we close out the Week of Giving!

    We encourage you to participate, support your area, and help make this a successful week for ETSU. Thank you for all you do to support our students and community.