Class of 2026 to receive white coats June 14

Class of 2026

Each year, the USA Medical Alumni Association sponsors the White Coat Ceremony and Gold Humanism Honor Society Induction Ceremony. The Class of 2026 White Coat Ceremony is set for Friday, June 14, at 2 p.m. at the USA Mitchell Center.

During the ceremony, rising third-year medical students are cloaked with white coats, the traditional dress of physicians for more than 100 years. Afterward, students take the Medical Student Oath, a promise to uphold the human aspects of medicine, such as sensitivity, compassion and respect for patients.

Also at the event, select rising seniors, as well as residents and faculty, are inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. Inductees are selected for practicing patient-centered medical care with integrity, compassion and altruism. Election to this organization is by vote of medical students.

The USA Medical Alumni Association requests notes of encouragement and advice to ensure every student receives a personal message in their white coat. Submit a note by June 7 to medalum@southalabama.edu.