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Office of Campus and Community Partnerships
The Office of Campus and Community Partnerships (CCP) plays a vital role in strengthening
PCOM’s connection to the broader community and ensuring the institution's resources
contribute to the public good. We work with students, faculty, staff, alumni and external
stakeholders to address community health priorities, expand clinical training opportunities,
and develop stronger partnerships with local organizations.
Our Mission
CCP prepares future healthcare professionals for excellence and success through education,
patient advocacy, research, and community engagement.
Our Vision
The office strives to build collaborative partnerships, enhance student learning,
and address community needs.
Our Values
Teamwork -
We believe in the power of teamwork through driving innovation and building to achieve
shared goals.
Collaboration -
We cultivate and foster sustainable partnerships to advance the mission of the college.
Trust -
We build strong partnerships through authentic collaboration and active engagement.
Innovation -
We lead in creating new opportunities to advance the evolving needs of our communities.
Work-life balance -
We value caring for the whole person within and outside of the professional environment.
View The CCP Annual Report
Office of Campus and Community Partnerships Priorities
Student Success
The Office of Campus and Community Partnerships promotes student development, community
health, and workplace excellence. Through strategic initiatives, CCP enhances education,
builds community ties, and cultivates a supportive, engaging environment for students
and employees alike. CCP aims to advance PCOM’s 2028 strategic plan goal:
PCOM prepares students to excel in tomorrow’s healthcare workforce and lead in their
chosen professions.
This is achieved by offering professional development opportunities, community outreach,
and fostering engagement.
Professional Development
CCP helps students become leaders who can improve health in their communities by building
strong, trusting relationships with patients through empathy and advocacy. Capitalizing
on the knowledge, expertise, and talent of the CCP team, as well as drawing professionals
from both within and outside the PCOM community, CCP offers sessions on timely and
relevant topics such as:
You're not a Fraud, You're Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Many people who have acquired
certain skills, talents and accomplishments have a hard time accepting the fact that
they have earned their success. This workshop will allow space for participants to
see the value they bring and help them identify ways to better navigate imposter syndrome.
Meaningful Community Engagement: Best Practices for Ethical Volunteering and Community
Impact - Whether you're a student or a PCOM employee, this session will equip you
with the tools to create a lasting impact while maintaining ethical engagement throughout
your service. Through a series of interactive discussions and practical exercises,
you will explore best practices for volunteering and strategies to build meaningful,
long-term relationships with community members. This workshop is facilitated in partnership
with the Community Wellness Initiative.
Neurodiversity - This training empowers leaders and teams to recognize, understand,
and celebrate the unique strengths of neurodivergent colleagues. Through a blend of
expert insights, real‑world examples, and interactive exercises, participants will
learn about common neurodivergent profiles. The session also addresses common workplace
challenges, from communication preferences to sensory considerations, and equips attendees
with practical strategies for fostering an environment of mutual respect and psychological
safety.
Fostering Community at PCOM: This workshop equips attendees with the tools to recognize
the values of fostering community. We will also explore strategies and participate
in engaging activities that highlight the importance of belonging.
Community Outreach
CCP offers a variety of programs and events to address community health priorities
and develop stronger partnerships through
community-based research
and community-based clinical rotations. OCCP partners with PCOM’s Community Wellness
Initiative, student clubs, and local organizations to develop opportunities for students
to gain valuable experience. Through these efforts, CCP aims to lay the foundation
to foster empathetic patient-centered clinicians and practitioners.
Engagement
In partnership with academic and administrative departments, OCCP contributes to the
PCOM 2028 Strategic Plan (1.2: Maximize learning to achieve competency in applicable
skills and professionalism in health-related environments).
Offerings include:
Disability Justice in Medicine - The Disability Justice in Medicine invites participants
to explore how healthcare systems can honor the rights, dignity, and autonomy of people
with disabilities. Grounded in a strengths‑based, human‑centered approach, the session
will unpack the concept of disability justice and examine challenges in medical practice.
Through case studies, personal narratives, and interactive discussions, learners identify
concrete strategies for creating accessible clinical environments, fostering effective
patient communication, and partnering with disability communities to co‑design care.
Bridging Generations in Healthcare - Bridging Generations in Healthcare introduces
students to the varied beliefs and behaviors shaped by generational experiences in
healthcare. This lecture integrates the core principles of the American Osteopathic
Association—including patient care, interpersonal communication, and professionalism—and
prepares students to effectively collaborate with patients and colleagues across generations
during clinical rotations and residency. Students will explore strategies to foster
empathy, improve communication, and enhance teamwork across age groups.
Emotional Intelligence - In this lecture, students will understand four critical components
of being emotionally intelligent leaders, determine the difference between higher
emotionally intelligent leaders and lower emotionally intelligent leaders and review
strategies of becoming higher emotionally intelligent leaders
Rural Health 101 - This lecture on Rural Health Care is designed to immerse future
physicians in the realities and rewards of practicing in rural communities, such as
those in South Georgia. Drawing on firsthand experience, students are guided through
the structure of rural health systems, highlighting the most pressing barriers to
care and sharing practical strategies for delivering high-quality medicine in low-resource
settings. Students explore the demographics and health trends unique to rural populations,
examine innovative models, such as telehealth and mobile clinics, that are expanding
access, and outline clear pathways for students who wish to build their careers in
these underserved areas.
The CCP recognizes that maintaining mental and emotional health supports students'
ability to thrive academically and professionally. We partner with the Office of Student
Affairs and the Office of Admissions to offer programs that foster resilience and
provide a healthy and supportive environment for success.
Workplace Excellence
The Office of Campus and Community Partnerships strives to create a healthy environment
where all faculty and staff are more productive, collaborative, and committed to advancing
PCOM’s mission. Our goal is to encourage a positive culture that drives engagement,
increases employee retention, and improves performance.
Our focus areas include:
Effective Leadership
Our
Lead the Change
initiative offers a professional development certificate that aims to build cross-campus
connections, collaborative problem-solving, and grow collective leadership capacity.
Employees are afforded the space to pause and reflect on the benefits and impact of
effective leadership in the workplace.
Employee Engagement
Cultivating Community at PCOM
Certificate Program offers professional development opportunities for employees.
This program emphasizes fostering a deep sense of community and understanding by engaging
employees in conversations and implementing actionable strategies. Participants develop
the tools to effectively communicate, support, and engage with a wide range of perspectives,
ultimately contributing to an interconnected community where everyone can thrive.
Continuous Improvement
CCP promotes continuous learning and flexible thinking. This is achieved through professional
development offerings on:
Bridging Generation in the Workplaces: Unlocking the Power of Your Team
Effective Leadership
Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Strengthening Community Through Connected Conversations
Innovative Teaching Strategies
Psychological Safety at Work
Leading Multigenerational Teams
Emotional Intelligence
Managing Conflict
These programs enable employees to develop confidence in their approach and interactions
with people from varied backgrounds and perspectives while supporting lifelong learning
and adaptability.
Celebrating Success
The Employee Campus and Community Partnership Award recognizes one faculty member
and one staff member on each campus who go above and beyond to foster strong connections
and collaboration within and beyond their campus community.
Community Partnerships
By collaborating with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and local organizations, CCP
strengthens connections between the institution and the broader community. These partnerships
enable us to address critical community health priorities, expand valuable clinical
training opportunities, offer pathway programs, and foster meaningful experiences
for both the campus and our partners. Through these efforts, we enhance student learning
and ensure that PCOM’s resources contribute effectively to the public good.
Partners
The Arc of Philadelphia
Bebashi
Eagleville Hospital
Episcopal Community Services
Health Federation of Philadelphia
Manna
Northwest Victim Services
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