Welcome, Class of 2029!

The Class of 2029 gathers in front of the Medical Sciences Building.

The Whiddon College of Medicine Class of 2029 officially began their medical school journey this week with a host of orientation activities. 

Miles Hunt, Trinity Upshaw and Ayanna Whittaker

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 2029. 

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 Thursday 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. 

Medical students socialize at the meet and greet at the MacQueen Alumni Center.