The House of Delegates functions as a body representing the professional needs and interests of the membership in the area from which they are elected as a Delegate of Record. It is expected that delegates will be responsible for regular communication with the membership and the Chairman of the House of Delegates as a liaison to the Society, in addition to participation in Review Days. The actions of the House of Delegates in supporting their responsibilities to the membership, committees, and the Board of Directors may vary depending on the priorities and objectives of the Society as established by the Board of Directors.

Delegate responsibilities are summarized as follows:

• 3-year term of office.
• Moderate commitment level; most intense during preparation for annual Review Days.
• Responsibilities:
  • Participate in monthly meetings via teleconference
  • Reviews all documents and business conducted by the Society on an annual basis (Review Days)
  • Authority to make Society professional policy decisions
  • Authority to make recommendations to the Board of Directors
  • Regional responsibility for membership drive and education needs assessment
• Desired skill set:
  • Knowledge of KSHP structure and function
  • Good understanding of pharmacy patient and professional advocacy
  • Desire to improve state networking foundation

Questions regarding the House of Delegates should be directed to HOD Chair Thomas Platt at thomas.platt@uky.edu.