PCOM Georgia has received a $1 million gift from Clyde and Sandra Strickland, noted philanthropists and entrepreneurs from Gwinnett County, to support doctoral students in the College's osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, and physical therapy programs. The gift marks the largest outright contribution to the , is the largest gift to PCOM Georgia during the campaign and, when added to their previous gifts, makes this the largest donor endowed scholarship at the institution across all three locations.
鈥淲e are grateful to the Stricklands for their continued contributions to PCOM Georgia and for their commitment to providing more opportunities for Gwinnett County students to pursue advanced degrees in healthcare,鈥 said PCOM President and CEO Jay S. Feldstein, DO '81. 鈥淭his gift will empower future healthcare leaders to pursue their dreams and achieve academic excellence while limiting financial burdens.鈥
Five years ago, the Stricklands established the Clyde & Sandra Strickland Endowed Doctoral Scholarship Fund to provide financial support to aspiring doctoral students from Gwinnett County Public Schools who attend PCOM Georgia. Their relationship with PCOM began in 2014 and deepened over the years as they learned more about PCOM Georgia's programs, faculty, and students. This connection was further strengthened when their granddaughter recently decided to pursue a career as a physician assistant and enrolled as a student at PCOM Georgia.
鈥淲henever we give, we make sure we ask God,鈥 said Sandra Strickland. 鈥淚n 1 Timothy 6:18, 鈥楲et them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share.鈥 By assisting these aspiring healthcare professionals with tuition expenses, we can help pave a smoother path for them and, hopefully, contribute to a healthier Georgia.鈥
In recognition of their commitment to PCOM and their philanthropy in support of PCOM Georgia, the Stricklands will be honored with the Ignite Award at the 鈥淎 Night to Ignite Soiree鈥 on October 24, 2025 at Gas South District.
鈥淐lyde and Sandra's financial support exemplifies the spirit of giving that is so integral to the growth and success of PCOM Georgia,鈥 said David McCleskey, a long-time friend of the Stricklands and a member of the PCOM Board of Trustees. 鈥淭heir generosity, based on their faith, will not only strengthen our programs and the student experience at PCOM Georgia, but will hopefully also inspire others to give back to their communities in meaningful ways.鈥
PCOM Georgia has been serving students and the community for 20 years as a branch campus of Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), a private, not-for-profit, accredited institution of higher education established in 1899. Located in Suwanee (Gwinnett County), PCOM Georgia offers doctoral degrees in osteopathic medicine, pharmacy and physical therapy. Graduate degrees are offered in biomedical sciences, medical laboratory science and physician assistant studies. The campus joins PCOM South Georgia in Moultrie in helping to meet the healthcare needs of the state. Emphasizing "a whole person" approach to care, PCOM Georgia focuses on educational excellence, interprofessional education and service to the community. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 678-225-7500. The campus is also home to the Georgia Osteopathic Care Center, an osteopathic manipulative medicine clinic, which is open to the public by appointment. For more information, visit .
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