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White Coats and New Beginnings at MMDCON Spring Ceremony

The Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing (MMDCON) held its Spring 2023 White Coat Ceremony

The Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing (MMDCON) held its Spring 2023 White Coat Ceremony for their Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (Cohort 5), Master of Science in Nursing Entry Level Masters Program (Cohort 28), Master of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner (Cohort 38), and the Master of Science in Nursing Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner Program (Cohort 17).

The celebratory event took place on Cobb Lawn and featured remarks from MMDCON Dean, Dr. Gail Washington, representatives from Ƶ administration, and program directors from each program.

“Today marks an incredibly special moment on your journey to clinical practice,” remarked Dr. Emilyn Lao, Assistant Professor and Director of the FNP Program. “This is an empowering day for you all. Place an emphasis on dedicating yourself to providing the highest quality of service, rendering genuine, compassionate, and collaboratively excellent care.”

The event commemorated a pivotal moment for both present and aspiring healthcare practitioners. Nursing students took an oath during the ceremony, pledging to provide the highest quality care and services while accepting the obligations that embody the nursing profession.

It symbolizes their transition from the classroom to practical application, as the students embark on caring for actual patients across a network of more than 100 clinical settings tailored to their educational needs.

As a beacon of diversity and educational excellence, Ƶ and MMDCON remain committed to shaping the future of healthcare, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of serving diverse communities with professionalism and care.

to view a recording of the ceremony.

Published

April 18, 2024

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