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Xavier University School of Medicine in Aruba ushers in its Fall 2025 Medicine, Veterinary, and Nursing students during the Orientation & White Coat Ceremony

In New Delhi, India, Xavier University School of Medicine in Aruba (XUSOM) welcomed its Fall 2025 batch of medical, veterinary, and nursing students during a thorough Orientation Week, which concluded with a unifying White Coat Ceremony on September 8.

Xavier University School of Medicine in Aruba greets the Fall 2025 cohorts for Medicine,...
Xavier University School of Medicine in Aruba greets the Fall 2025 cohorts for Medicine, Veterinary, and Nursing programs, marking the occasion with an Orientation and White Coat Ceremony.

Xavier University School of Medicine in Aruba ushers in its Fall 2025 Medicine, Veterinary, and Nursing students during the Orientation & White Coat Ceremony

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Celebrates Fall 2025 Cohort at White Coat Ceremony

The Fall 2025 cohort of University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (UPenn) recently marked a significant milestone in their professional journeys with the White Coat Ceremony. Held on September 8, 2025, at the University of Pennsylvania Auditorium, the event was a culmination of the Orientation Week, which included academic preparation sessions, campus tours, and social events organized by the university.

This diverse group of aspiring healthcare professionals from around the world includes Medical, Veterinary, and Nursing students. The White Coat Ceremony, a tradition in medical education, symbolises the transition from pre-clinical to clinical studies and the commitment to the ethical and compassionate practice of healthcare.

Dr. Prasad Vijayashankar, Dean of Basic Science at UPenn, emphasised the importance of empathy, ethics, and accountability in true excellence in healthcare. He stated that UPenn's integrated approach to medical, veterinary, and nursing education fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world preparedness from the very beginning.

The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Israel Posner, former Minister of Health of Aruba and a Board of Trustee member for University of Pennsylvania. His inspiring words encouraged the students to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in their future careers.

Ravi Bhooplapur, President of UPenn, reiterated the institution's commitment to preparing ethical, compassionate, and competent healthcare professionals. He expressed his confidence in the Fall 2025 cohort, stating that they are well-equipped to make a positive impact in the healthcare industry.

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