White Coat Ceremony 2023

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2023 1:00 pm
1150, E-Wing Health Sciences Building
Reception in E-Wing Atrium

The White Coat Ceremony is a symbolic event held for our Pharmacy students. The White Coat ceremony marks the beginning of the student’s professional pharmacy education, and emphasizes their commitment to professionalism, ethics, and patient care.

1. Purpose: The White Coat Ceremony serves several purposes:

   • To instill a sense of responsibility and professionalism in students.
   • To highlight the importance of patient care and ethical practice.
   • To symbolize the beginning of the student’s professional pharmacy education
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2. Attire: During the ceremony, students are presented with a white coat, which is a symbol of professionalism, compassion, and service. 

3. Oath or Pledge: Students recite an oath or pledge, which often includes commitments to patient care, ethical practice, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.

4. Guest Speakers: Experienced professionals in the field, who share their insights and experiences with the students.

5. Family and Friends: Students' family and friends are invited to witness the ceremony, as their support is seen as an integral part of the students' journey.

In Pharmacy, the White Coat Ceremony is particularly significant because it signifies the beginning of the student’s professional pharmacy education. This ceremony helps instill in students the values and ethics essential for their future careers as healthcare professionals. It is a way to emphasize that their role is not just about dispensing medications or providing guidance but also about caring for patients' well-being and health.