The National Immigration Service and the North American Consulate were present to answer questions and offer their services to students, adding that administrative collaborators and UAG faculty would be present to support them throughout their educational journey to become a doctor.
Orientation 2023 continued with the presentation of a video that showcased the history of UAG. The following day, UAG welcomed new students to their white coat ceremony and gave them their first white coat, symbolizing their commitment to the medical profession and their start as doctors in training.
The ceremony took place in the Patio de Cristal located at the UAG International Campus, where the students took the traditional Hippocratic Oath, another symbol of medical work, in which they vowed to conduct themselves ethically in their profession.
Dr. Kashif Ahmad presided over the white coat ceremony, warmly welcoming the new students to one of the most important medicine programs outside the United States and Puerto Rico. To date, this program has produced more than 72,000 doctors worldwide, with more than 19,000 of them practicing in the United States and Puerto Rico.
"The white coats you are wearing today are unique, as they symbolize your entry into the noble profession of medicine," he added.
To cap off the week-long event, UAG students took part in a Welcome Picnic which was held at the Softball Stadium located on the grounds of the UAG Main Campus. Students were joined by family and friends for a day of fun-filled activities, food, prizes, and entertainment.
Present at the Welcome Picnic were more than a dozen student associations and special interest groups. Among those present were interest groups from Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, and Dermatology, as well as the American Medical Women's Association and the American Medical Student Association, to name a few. These associations and special interest groups provide a forum for students to discuss matters relevant to their field of specialty, such as medical education, licensing, and practice.
UAG School of Medicine is truly excited to witness the enthusiasm of the incoming class of 2027 as they embark on their exciting journey. These week-long events were thoughtfully designed to prepare and support new students in their pursuit of becoming skilled and compassionate doctors.
