Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) celebrated the grand reopening of its fully renovated Dining Commons with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 15. Students, faculty and staff gathered to mark the occasion and were the first to experience the refreshed and modernized space.
Located on the second floor of the Howard A. Hassman, DO ’83, Academic Center, the Dining Commons features a brighter space with expanded seating, while offering a diverse selection of global cuisines—Latin, Asian, Mediterranean, Italian and Indian—alongside classic American fare, fresh salads, soups, artisan coffee, sandwiches and a 24/7 grab-and-go market.
“The way to the heart is through the stomach—and we’ve truly taken that to the next level here at PCOM,” said President and CEO Jay S. Feldstein, DO '81. “Our new Dining Commons isn’t just a facelift—it’s a whole new experience. I hope it becomes more than a place to eat, but a space to pause, recharge and connect with one another.”
The opening also highlighted the voices of PCOM’s student leaders. “It’s a place where we can share a meal, catch up with friends and enjoy the community around us,” said Paige Schlechter (DO ’28), Student Government Association president. “On those busy days, it’s the spot to grab something quick with online ordering—or to settle in and study when we’ve got a little more time. We’re all looking forward to making the Dining Commons the heart of campus life.”
Students like Katharine Morrison (DO ’29) agreed that the new space will make a meaningful impact. “I don’t think I’ve seen a medical school with this many healthy options,” she said. “The coffee bar and 24/7 market are going to be the best for early mornings and late-night studying.”
The renovated café also introduces a fully cashless experience with digital kiosks and mobile ordering through the Boost app, allowing diners to browse menus, order ahead, pay by phone, and pick up meals with ease.
Dining Commons hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays. The Snack Stat! market is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Established in 1899, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained thousands of highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care—treating people, not just symptoms. PCOM, a private, not-for-profit accredited institution of higher education, operates three campuses (PCOM, PCOM Georgia and PCOM South Georgia) and offers doctoral degrees in clinical psychology, educational psychology, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, and school psychology. The college also offers graduate degrees in applied behavior analysis, applied positive psychology, biomedical sciences, forensic medicine, medical laboratory science, mental health counseling, physician assistant studies, and school psychology. PCOM students learn the importance of health promotion, research, education and service to the community. Through its community-based Healthcare Centers, PCOM provides care to medically underserved populations. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 215-871-6100.
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