Mission Statement

Program Coordinators and Administrators are essential to the success of student programs and are the backbone of medical student education rotation experiences. They manage every aspect of the medical student’s journey through scheduling, compliance, communication, and program coordination to ensure their programs run smoothly.

The Program Coordinators and Administrators Collaborative (PCAC) supports administrators who manage clerkships, electives, and programs in undergraduate medical education. Our focus is on professional growth and development, sharing practical resources, offering peer support, and tackling challenges together. We help administrators excel in their roles, from mastering LCME accreditation standards to fostering meaningful relationships with colleagues, faculty, and students.

We are committed to showcasing the value of the coordinator’s role in medical education. We strive to empower coordinators, administrators, and program managers to grow their skills in leadership, program management, and educational support—giving them the tools to make a real difference!

Leaders: Holly Frey (Leader), Tiffany Swain, Karen Webster  

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Professional Growth and Development Group

Looking to expand your skills, share knowledge, and connect with others in a meaningful way? The Professional Growth and Development Group is here for you!

This group is open to all collaborative members who want to shape professional development programming based on their interests. Whether you’d like to help coordinate meetings, gather resources for our online repository, or present content, you can participate in a way that fits your schedule and passions.

How it Works:

The workshops will vary in format, from full 1-hour sessions to bite-sized mini-topic snippets and flexible scheduling will be a priority, making participation easy for everyone.

We will:

  • Keep things flexible—participate in the topics that matter most to you.
  • Decide together on mini-workshop topics and how to best offer them throughout the year.
  • Use surveys and discussions to identify key areas of focus, ensuring content is relevant and meaningful.
  • Offer mentoring, teach-the-teacher sessions, and group sharing as needed.

Join us in building a dynamic space for learning, collaboration, and career growth. No matter where you are in your journey, you’re welcome here!