We, the class of 2024, recognize that COVID 19 is and can continue to affect our M1 medical school experience. We will continue to approach these changes with flexibility and understanding because we know it is in the interest and safety of our fellow students and respected faculty. However, we do not agree with the idea of a virtual White Coat Ceremony. We are proposing postponing our White Coat Ceremony until we can have an in-person commemoration in Detroit in which our family and friends can share this momentous milestone with us. We understand that may be months down the line, but the persons who have signed this petition are willing to wait. We suggest having our coats distributed to us during our first week on WSU's campus to proceed with any events that require White Coat Attire. Though unorthodox, we believe we can still begin our M1 year with the WSUSOM emblem on our coat's sleeve and carry out our school’s mission without a traditional ceremony to honor our first steps but yet have an experience to look forward down the road.
Updates
July 26, 2020
I never imagined this would resonate with so many of you who are feeling the exact same way about this milestone. Your stories in the comments have been truly moving and it is clear that this moment means just as much to your families as it does to mine.
July 26, 2020
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many of you feel the same way about our ceremony. This momentum belongs entirely to the people who spoke up to share their own hopes for our class.
Reached 100 supporters
July 26, 2020
10 Comments
As the first generation student, this moment means the world to me and my support system. I would love to be able to experience this with them in person.
The white coat ceremony is means much more to me than just a formality. I’ve dreamt of that day since the day I decided I wanted to become a doctor. As a first generation Latino student and an only child, I’ve dreamt of having my mom there with me that day, as a way to thank her for all the sacrifices she’s made for me succeed and follow my dreams. This ceremony is for her too. I never imagined this monumental day would take place with me, alone in my living room, without my classmates and my mom in another state. I’m willing to wait however many months it takes, even a year, to be able to share this experience with my mom and my peers.
My parents have been waiting for this day as long as I have. A zoom call just isnt the same and we deserve a real ceremony even if it has to be delayed.
If a majority of the class agrees with this plan I think it is a reasonable request to make of administration.
The White Coat Ceremony is a major accomplishment and milestone that deserves being witnessed and celebrated in person.
I want my family to witness this moment!
I do not want a virtual White Coat Ceremony.
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We, the class of 2024, recognize that COVID 19 is and can continue to affect our M1 medical school experience. We will continue to approach these changes with flexibility and understanding because we know it is in the interest and safety of our fellow students and respected faculty. However, we do not agree with the idea of a virtual White Coat Ceremony. We are proposing postponing our White Coat Ceremony until we can have an in-person commemoration in Detroit in which our family and friends can share this momentous milestone with us. We understand that may be months down the line, but the persons who have signed this petition are willing to wait. We suggest having our coats distributed to us during our first week on WSU's campus to proceed with any events that require White Coat Attire. Though unorthodox, we believe we can still begin our M1 year with the WSUSOM emblem on our coat's sleeve and carry out our school’s mission without a traditional ceremony to honor our first steps but yet have an experience to look forward down the road.
Updates
July 26, 2020
I never imagined this would resonate with so many of you who are feeling the exact same way about this milestone. Your stories in the comments have been truly moving and it is clear that this moment means just as much to your families as it does to mine.
July 26, 2020
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many of you feel the same way about our ceremony. This momentum belongs entirely to the people who spoke up to share their own hopes for our class.
Reached 100 supporters
July 26, 2020
10 Comments
I worked years to get to this moment. It is very important to me and my family.
As the first generation student, this moment means the world to me and my support system. I would love to be able to experience this with them in person.
The white coat ceremony is means much more to me than just a formality. I’ve dreamt of that day since the day I decided I wanted to become a doctor. As a first generation Latino student and an only child, I’ve dreamt of having my mom there with me that day, as a way to thank her for all the sacrifices she’s made for me succeed and follow my dreams. This ceremony is for her too. I never imagined this monumental day would take place with me, alone in my living room, without my classmates and my mom in another state. I’m willing to wait however many months it takes, even a year, to be able to share this experience with my mom and my peers.
My parents have been waiting for this day as long as I have. A zoom call just isnt the same and we deserve a real ceremony even if it has to be delayed.
If a majority of the class agrees with this plan I think it is a reasonable request to make of administration.
The White Coat Ceremony is a major accomplishment and milestone that deserves being witnessed and celebrated in person.
I want my family to witness this moment!
I do not want a virtual White Coat Ceremony.
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I worked years to get to this moment. It is very important to me and my family.