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White Coat Ceremony
Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 10am AST
Venue: Patrick F. Adams Hall
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!
White Coat Ceremony
Each term, a White Coat Ceremony is held for first-term students in the School of Veterinary Medicine to mark entry into the noble profession of veterinary medicine and will include a keynote address, recognition of each student in attendance and the recitation of the professional commitment.
Student Ceremony Registration
All students will be required to complete the White Coat Ceremony Registration form during Orientation week which will capture how they wish their name to be announced, and whether they require guest tickets.
Guest Ticket Information
As seating is limited, we encourage students to invite their family and friends to join in the celebration online via livestream at sgu.edu/live. However, all students registered to participate in the ceremony are guaranteed 2 (two) guest tickets. (Ticket collection date, time and location to be confirmed with students during Orientation Week.)
When completing the White Coat Ceremony Registration form, students will be given the option to indicate if they wish to receive additional guest tickets should they become available. Students will be notified when collecting their guest tickets whether extra guest tickets can be allocated to them.
Guests should aim to be seated 30 minutes before the ceremony start time.
Guest Coating
During the ceremony, students will be coated by a St. George’s University Professor. However, a guest will be permitted to coat their student, providing they hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM). Students will be asked to register their guest coater by providing their full name, relationship and a copy of their DVM license or diploma when completing the White Coat Ceremony Registration Form during Orientation Week.
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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.
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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.
#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.
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Check out why Hunter chose SGU, what being involved on campus has taught him, and his advice for future veterinarians!
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With SGU School of Medicine and Northumbria University partnership, you can begin your studies in Newcastle before continuing in Grenada.
🩺 Learn from SGU and NU faculty
🌎 Gain exposure to healthcare systems across the UK, Grenada, and the US
🎓 Earn an MD from SGU and a Bachelor of Medical Sciences from NU
Your path to medicine can take you across borders. ✨Comment "SGUNU" for more info!
Your dream of becoming a doctor starts with taking the first step. 🩺✨
SGULive brought the SGU experience to New York, where aspiring doctors explored our MD program, connected with current students and graduates, and spoke with admissions representatives about pursuing a career in medicine.
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
Ready to take the next step? Comment “SGULive” to explore upcoming events and meet us in a city near you!
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Seeking an international medical education and the opportunity to build lifelong connections with peers from around the world, Joshua chose SGU to pursue his dream.
Check out how he stays involved, what he loves most about campus life, and the lessons he’s learned along his journey!
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From a modernized Science Hall and refreshed Patrick Adams Hall to an upgraded Founders Library, improved student parking, and SGU’s first solar electric system, these projects reflect our continued investment in the spaces where learning, teaching, research, and campus life happen.
Comment “UPDATES2026” and we’ll send you a link to learn more.
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From medical illustrations and animations to 3D models, Sue and her team turn complex concepts into engaging, accessible visuals.
✨ Discover what inspired Sue to pursue medical illustration and the innovative projects her team brings to life.
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See anyone you know? Tag them in the comments!
The photos are in! 🐾 🥼
Swipe to view highlights from the recent School of Veterinary Medicine White Coat Ceremony!
Comment "SVM2026" to get a link to the full album! #SGUWCC
Meet Dana, a marine, wildlife, and conservation biology student from St. Lucia.
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Discover her future plans and her advice for finding balance while pursuing your goals.
Take a look back at a special moment for our future veterinarians. #SGUWCC
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See someone you know? Tag them below! 👇
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Swipe to view highlights of our Term 1 medical students donning their white coats for the very first time.
Comment "FALL26" to get the link to the full album! #SGUWCC
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Now, she’s working toward a future in wildlife surgery and shelter medicine. Check out more on her journey and what she’s looking forward to this term!
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to use these on Instagram Stories.
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