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PCOM Student Co-Curates Exhibit at the African American Museum in Philadelphia

December 2, 2022

Drawing from her own experience, Janita Aidonia Matoke (DO '26) helped showcase the challenges Black students face while in pursuit of a healthcare career.

Employees Across Three PCOM Campuses Recognized for DEI Work

December 2, 2022

A faculty and staff member from each PCOM location was presented with a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award in recognition of their work in the community.

PCOM Hosts First-Generation Student Celebration

November 11, 2022

In partnership with the Student Government Association, the event highlighted the contributions of first-generation PCOM community members across our campuses.

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, Celebrated

November 2, 2022

Students from PCOM Georgia organized a Diwali festival on campus and shared many of the traditional customs observed during the 5-day celebration.

PCOM Receives 2022 HEED Award

October 19, 2022

INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine has honored PCOM with the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award for the 8th consecutive year.

PCOM South Georgia Hosts GEAR UP Dougherty

August 10, 2022

Dougherty County high schoolers spent two days receiving hands-on medical training and learning how to prepare for college.

Girls Inc. Eureka! Visits PCOM

July 20, 2022

Members of Girls Inc. Eureka!, a STEM-based program for rising 8th-grade girls, visited the Philadelphia campus to learn about careers in health and science.

High School Students Exposed to Healthcare Careers

July 6, 2022

Moultrie area high school students explored career opportunities in medicine and health care during PCOM South Georgia's Opportunities Academy STEM program.

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