Welcome, Class of 2028!

The Class of 2028 gathers in front of the Medical Sciences Building for the class photo. 

The Whiddon College of Medicine Class of 2028 officially began their medical school journey this week with a host of orientation activities. 

Orientation kicked off Monday with a welcome from John Marymont, M.D., MBA, dean of the Whiddon College of Medicine and vice president for medical affairs. Afterward, the students gathered in front of the Medical Sciences Building for their first photo as the Class of 2028. 

John Marymont, M.D., MBA, greets the students during

dinner with the dean at Moe's Original BBQ.

Other highlights from the week included a meet and greet with faculty at the MacQueen Alumni Center, and dinner with the dean at Moe's Original BBQ in downtown Mobile. 

Activities continue this afternoon when the students are sorted into their Wellness Houses and compete in a kickball tournament sponsored by the Wellness Program. 

View more photos from orientation week. 

Students throw their J's up during the meet and greet at the MacQueen Alumni Center.