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    School of Veterinary Medicine

    White Coat Ceremony

    Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 9am AST
    Venue: Patrick F. Adams Hall

    SGU School of Veterinary Medicine White Coat Ceremony
    SGU School of Veterinary Medicine Graduates

    A Proud Moment in Your Life

    “My wish for you is that you may all feel as I do after a lifetime—that the profession you’ve chosen is the best profession in the world.” 

    Aleen Cust, First Female Veterinarian Who Graduated in 1897.

    Capturing the Moment

    Here, we will capture some of these moments of celebration—on social media, with photos, through stories. Show us how you are celebrating this important milestone by including the hashtag #SGUWCC on your posts. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces here at SGU!

    Watch the Ceremony

    The ceremony is also available to watch on YouTube and Facebook if you would like to cheer along in the chat.

    Proud SGU parents

    Proud SGU Family and Friends

    We thank all the family and friends who are supporting each student on their journey toward fulfilling their dream. At SGU, we recognize the importance that parents and guardians play in a student’s life and we want to know more about you. We invite you to join our SGU Parents Group to assist parents of future SGU students, current students, and graduates.

    Downloads

    Share your exciting news using one of our White Coat Ceremony signs and we’ll share your posts on social media and on this page. Be sure to use the hashtag #SGUWCC.
    Print it, fill it, and post it.

    Download Signs

    #SGUWCC

    The best way to take part in the celebration is through using our hashtag—#SGUWCC.

    Simply add it to your post. It will automatically appear on this page, and by clicking on it on any social media channel, you and your classmates will see the excitement that’s going on around you.

    📸 Photo of the Week: "We started vet school as strangers and graduated as a family. Couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to get me through those late-night study sessions. Here’s to our next chapter! 🍾🩺" -Esperanza Pardo, DVM `25

    Tag your SGU family! 💙

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    🎉 Doctors for life! Relive the joy, pride, and paw-sitive energy of the School of Veterinary Medicine’s 2025 Commencement! 🎓🐾 #SGUGrad

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    🎓 Finally MDs—here’s to the SOM Class of 2025! Tag your SGU crew, share the reel, and relive the moment you were officially called “doctor!” ✨ #SGUGrad

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    Use Our GIFs Too!

    Search terms like #SGUWCC #StGeorgesUniversity #Doctor #MD 
    to use these on Instagram Stories.

    The Journey of a Physician:

    A Commitment to Compassion and Excellence

    “As you embark on the remarkable journey of becoming a physician, it’s crucial to embrace the qualities that will guide you both personally and professionally. Kindness, gratitude, focus, laughter, optimism, compassion, honesty, presence, humility, curiosity, and attentive listening are not just virtues; they are essential tools that will shape your interactions with patients and colleagues, ensuring you provide the best care possible.”

    Dr. Anthony N. Dardano
    Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    “Medicine is a lifelong commitment to serve. The road is long and hard, and the goal sometimes seems challenging to reach. Clear your mind and heart of preconceptions and face your future open to the unexpected. Medicine requires more than knowledge; it requires you to welcome and embrace different views, cultures, and idiosyncrasies. Your experience here will provide the knowledge and opportunity to reinvent yourself. Remember, if you need help along the way, we are here for you.”

    Dr. Maria Ramos Nino
    Department of Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Immunology

    “Clearly defining your short-term and long-term goals will guide your actions and decisions. Don’t hesitate to ask for help, whether for academic assistance or emotional support. Seeking help is a sign of strength in your professional community. Learn to prioritize and manage your time effectively. Balance study, rest, and play to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Challenges and setbacks are part of the journey. Stay persistent and resilient, and you will overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.”

    Dr. Charlotte Taylor-Drago
    Department of Clinical Skills

    “trive for self-improvement through continuous learning in the ever-evolving field of medicine. Foster meaningful connections with your peers and professionals, as collaboration leads to remarkable progress. Embrace each day as a new opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of your patients. Remember that empathy and compassion are as vital as your medical expertise. Stay curious, stay humble, and let your dedication to healing guide you through every challenge and success you face.”

    Dr. Stephen Onigbinde
    Department of Gross Anatomy and Histology

    “While the road may seem rocky at times, embrace each day as a new opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of your patients. Remember that empathy and compassion are as vital as your medical expertise. Stay curious, stay humble, and let your dedication to healing guide you through every challenge and success you face.”

    Dr. Krystal Rampersad
    Department of Clinical Skills

    “Clearly defining your short-term and long-term goals will guide your actions and decisions. Don’t hesitate to ask for help, whether for academic assistance or emotional support. Seeking help is a sign of strength in your professional community. Learn to prioritize and manage your time effectively. Balance study, rest, and play to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Challenges and setbacks are part of the journey. Stay persistent and resilient, and you will overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.”

    Dr. Charlotte Taylor-Drago
    Department of Clinical Skills

    “This is an exciting time! Savor the moment. When you encounter hard patches in residency or treating patients, remember that your connections with them make a difference. I find that I am my best self when I do things that invigorate my well-being. For me, it’s a bike ride, yoga, or dinner and a movie with family. I recommend you take care of yourself so you can better take care of your patients.”

    Dr. Christina Fernandez
    Department of Emergency Medicine

    “Remember this moment as you start your journey in medicine. Today, you will take an oath to serve your patients, a commitment that will stay with you throughout your career and beyond. Learn from everyone involved in your medical education. Be kind to others and treat them with respect. Your faculty are here to support you at every step of your journey. Take care of your patients as you would your own family and friends, as this will connect you to your purpose indefinitely. The education you receive here will equip you to fulfill that purpose successfully. Enjoy the ride and let your passion for medicine guide you through every challenge and success!”

    Dr. Melissa Wallach
    Department of Pediatrics