The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of professional training and the responsibility that comes with the journey to becoming a physician-engineer. It brings together students, faculty, families and guests in celebration of this important step.
The White Coat Ceremony honors the students beginning their studies in Arizona State University’s Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. During the event, students receive their white coats and take part in a ceremony that reflects commitment, compassion and service.
This is an important milestone for students as they begin preparing for careers that improve health and advance discovery.
The white coat symbolizes the start of professional formation and the expectation that students will serve with integrity, empathy and purpose. The ceremony reflects ASU’s commitment to preparing students to advance health, support communities and contribute to the public good.
Date
Friday, Aug. 7
Time
Ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m.
Location
The Katzin Concert Hall
Students create and take part in a pledge that reflects their commitment to learning, ethical practice and service. This oath is unique to each cohort and reflects their individual class.
We take this oath to our colleagues in medicine and engineering, our patients, and our collaborators, committing to uphold these values for ourselves and for the wider communities we serve.
I vow to provide and sustain compassionate, human-centered care that honors the dignity, autonomy and confidentiality of every patient.
I will take a holistic approach to care that honors the patient’s values, lived experiences and identity.
I will be courageous and advocate for patients’ rights in all matters of health and health care.
I vow to support scientific discovery, disease prevention and informed policy to meet health care needs.
I will innovate—charged by my interdisciplinary training—not only to heal, but to engineer a healthier future.
I will strive to ensure resources are used wisely and ethically.
I will pursue lifelong learning and stay at the forefront of medicine.
I will commit my attention to learning, development and my wellbeing, acknowledging that these are required for the betterment of my patients.
I will share medical knowledge for the advancement of humanity, and I will recognize the limits of my expertise and admit what I do not know.
I will foster a culture of collaboration that promotes justice and fairness.
I promise to embody the values of humility, integrity and respect in my practice.
From here and onwards, I accept my calling to serve and cherish the privilege of becoming a physician-engineer.
Guests are encouraged to dress in business casual or other ceremony-appropriate attire.
Yes. Students are allowed up to four tickets for family and guests to attend.
No, however the ceremony is invite-only and coordinated through the Office of Student Affairs.
Yes, the Ceremony will be livestreamed, and the recording will be shared after the event.
Please contact the Office of Student Affairs with any questions.
