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The vision for the College of Dental Medicine is to be known and respected for service, innovation, clinical excellence and interprofessional education.
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Our D.O. medical school is nationally ranked and recognized for a reputation of excellence in rural medicine and family healthcare. UPIKE’s osteopathy program gives you a clear path to success in the medical field.
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Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine 147 Sycamore Street Pikeville, Kentucky 41501 (606) 218-5251 kycomadmissions@upike.edu
KYCOM is committed to nurturing an educational environment that values all persons, encourages cultural and ethnic diversity, and promotes equitable and fair treatment in every aspect of university life and employment for all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by law.
KYCOM’s annual Diwali celebration is a long-standing tradition spearheaded by Dr. Seema Sachdeva, Vice Chair of KYCOM Pediatrics. Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. The event that is held each November includes traditional dress, dancing and food.
The Muslim Student Doctor Association supports Muslim student doctors and hosts a variety of events and educational programs during the year, such an Iftar meal for the KYCOM community.
The Student National Medical Association is open to all students and is committed to supporting current future underrepresented minority medical students and the needs of underserved communities. The KYCOM chapter hosts an annual Minorities on Medicine Conference where participants learn about way to promote, engage, and support underrepresented minorities in medical fields.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing equal educational opportunities and full participation for persons with disabilities. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) supports the university’s commitment by coordinating accommodations so that every student with disabilities can actively participate in all facets of the UPIKE educational experience. KYCOM’s goal is to empower students to be confident self-advocates for their own accommodation needs.
KYCOM strives to cultivate an environment where every individual feels comfortable, respected, and safe. KYCOM faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to share their preferred pronouns.
In line with KYCOM’s commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable environment, all members of the KYCOM community (students, faculty, and staff) participate in annual diversity training to educate, inform, and promote our values.
Scholarship for Disadvantaged Students (SDS)
Contingent upon available funding, KYCOM will be awarding Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students (SDS). The federal program assists with the cost of tuition and other reasonable educational expenses. Students must be considered disadvantaged, either economically and/or educationally/environmentally, to qualify. SDS awards will be applied to the fall and spring terms and will cover at least one-half of the annual tuition amount up to $30,000 per year. No financial aid awards may exceed the student’s cost of attendance at KYCOM.
Chair: Rana Imtiaz, Class of 2026
The KYCOM SGA Diversity Committee coordinates events, engages in initiatives and promotes inclusion at KYCOM.
The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring or the admission of students. .
The Office of Title IX serves students, faculty and staff to ensure UPIKE’s commitment to uphold a zero-tolerance policy for sexual misconduct (sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and stalking) and discrimination based on sex. Each incoming KYCOM class completes an online sexual misconduct training program. Additionally, Title IX trainings are offered annually to each KYCOM class.