Test 1: Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine Holds White Coat Ceremony for Class of 2028

Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine Holds White Coat Ceremony for Class of 2028 

Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine (ENMED) held a White Coat Ceremony for 48 students, marking the sixth-class induction on Wednesday, July 24. The event took place in the ENMED Tower’s auditorium, with an alternative viewing area on the 17th floor, offering stunning panoramic views of the Texas Medical Center for family and loved ones.  

Dr. Anthony Atala, the Founding Director of the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, delivered the keynote address. As a practicing surgeon and renowned researcher in regenerative medicine, Atala shared his insights and inspired the incoming class.  

Following the keynote speech, each student was presented with a white coat and an engineering caliper, signifying their unique journey in the innovative dual-degree program. This program integrates medical and engineering education, producing Physicianeers — medical doctors with advanced engineering skills. 

Then, the students recited the Hippocratic Oath, led by Dr. Ericka Greene, Associate Dean of Clinical & Integrative Programs. This tradition reaffirms their commitment to ethical medical practice and patient care.  

This year’s ceremony included a special commissioning ceremony for one student into the United States Army, highlighting their commitment to medicine and service to the country.   

In addition, this event commemorates Dr. Pettigrew’s final white coat ceremony as the inaugural dean of the Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine.  

The class of 2028 comprises 18 females and 30 males, with an impressive average undergraduate GPA of 3.83 and an average MCAT score of 515. This marks the start of our first group of E2ENMED students.  

The E2ENMED program is a highly competitive Early Assurance Program that prepares Texas A&M undergraduate students for the ENMED program through activities and research focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.   

The White Coat Ceremony is an esteemed tradition marking students’ transition into the medical profession. Receiving their first white coat, a symbol of the medical profession for over a century, encourages new medical students to uphold the highest values and standards as they begin their education. This annual event signifies their dedication to patient care and ethical practice.