Words of Wisdom

As you may know, our students receive white coats, symbolizing the beginning of their journey into clinical education. This occurs during the formal White Coat Ceremony for DDS students at beginning of their 3rd year and for Dental Hygiene students at the beginning of their 2nd year. The ceremony is a wonderful celebration and a memorable milestone for our students.

We would like to invite you, the alumni, parents, and friends of UMSOD to join us in wishing these students well, by providing a short note with words of wisdom. Feel free to tell a story, offer advice, or simply extend your sincere best wishes. We know our students will appreciate hearing from you. 

Please use the form below for your message. Messages received will be printed off and placed in the pockets of white coats for students to discover when they don their coats for the very first time.  

The UMSOD White Coat Ceremony will take place in September 2024. As we get closer to the school year, we will send out additional information about the date and how to view the program. 

Thank you for helping us provide our students with your collective wisdom! 

Brandie Metcalf 

Assistant Director of Alumni Relations 

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