PCOM - Relay For Life by Phil Koehler

Once again I found another reason to be extremely proud to be a part of the PCOM family!  Friday, March 30^th marked the first annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life at PCOM.  Relay For Life (RFL) is run by the American Cancer Society (ACS) and seeks to bring together communities in solidarity for remembering and celebrating people who have battled cancer. Funds raised go toward American Cancer Society’s research efforts and services provided, such as transportation to treatment centers and providing a place for patients and caregivers to stay when away from home at ACS Hope Lodges.

It was an unbelievable event, in which I hope to participate for years to come!  About 200 members of PCOM participated in the 14 hour-long celebration, raising more than $20,000 in donations!!! Donations can still be made: Donations.  More info about the event can be found here: What Is RFL?

Some of the fun things at the event: Luminaria Ceremony, Survivors Lap, Photobooth, Yogurt Truck, Pizza/Pie Eating Contests, Zumba, Cross-fit, OMM Demonstrations, Raffles, Rootbeer Pong, Awesome Food, Great Music, Creative Laps (Cross-dressing, Backwards, etc.), PCOM Pulmonics, Juggling, Cornhole, Ladderball, Raquetball, Twister, etc….

The coolest part for me was hearing so many inspiring stories and the camaraderie amongst participants.

I am also so ecstatic to report I have been accepted to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2016 at PCOM!  It is a tremendous opportunity and I am very grateful for the many people that have worked hard at helping me reach this goal. I can honestly say it would not have happened without the Biomedical Science program!

Before classes start in August, I will be writing and defending my thesis.  I am looking forward to presenting and watching all of my classmates defend over the next couple months.  The Biomed program has gone by so quickly, and it will be surreal graduating with all of my classmates and dear friends in July!