The White Coat Ceremony is a significant event capturing the moment as students are transitioning from the classrooms to their clinical destinations. This transition is pivotal in shaping their future careers. The white coat symbolizes professionalism, compassion, and the highest standards of care. It is a reminder of the sacred trust that patients place in nurses. Donning the white coat signifies a commitment to uphold these values. During the ceremony, students often recite an oath, such as the International Nurses pledge to emphasize the ethical and moral responsibilities of the nursing profession. The White Coat Ceremony acknowledges the hard work and dedication of students who have successfully completed the rigorous initial phase of their nursing education and is a powerful tradition that instills a sense of pride, purpose, and responsibility in future healthcare providers.
Please note: Registration deadline is Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm.
| Fall 2025 Faculty Registration | Fall 2025 Student Registration |
Important Dates | |
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Thursday, August 28, 2025 | White Coat Ceremony |
Student Academic and Success Center (SASC) Seating
Theater doors will open at 1:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive with their whole party as seating will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. The holding or reserving of seats will not be permitted. Guests who arrive separately may be seated apart, as saving seats or preventing others from occupying available seating is not allowed.
Start of Ceremony
The White Coat Ceremony will promptly begin at 2:00 p.m. with the processional. Guests who arrive at that time, or just before 2:00 p.m., will be asked to momentarily step aside. Upon the completion of the Processional, all guests will be able to check in and be seated in the Concert Hall.
Guest Tickets
Each student will be provided a total of five tickets for the ceremony. Please note that newborns and infants will not require a ticket to attend. However, all other guests must have a ticket to enter the theater.
Parking
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We encourage students to carpool with their guests to help minimize parking costs. Please refer to the map above for designated parking areas.
A link with detailed parking information will be provided soon.
Strollers
We strongly encourage guests to leave strollers in their vehicles when possible. However, a designated stroller parking area will be available just outside the Theater for your convenience. Please note that valuables should not be left in strollers, as FIU NWCNHS is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Special Accommodations
Should you need ADA accommodation to participate in this event or to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (CRCA) at 305-348-2785 or ocrca@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to CRCA at least two weeks prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.