Sponsor a White Coat for a College of Allied Health Sciences Student Today!

In 2023, the College of Allied Health Sciences launched a new tradition by hosting an annual White Coat Ceremony for students in the Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (AMIT) and Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) programs. This ceremony symbolizes the transition from classroom learning to practical experience in healthcare. With support from donors and sponsors, a new class of students will be recognized and celebrated on December 6 as they begin their journeys into their respective healthcare professions.

We hope to make the 2024 White Coat Ceremony especially memorable by reminding students of the strong community of alumni, donors, faculty, family and friends who support them in their journey. Will you help us celebrate this special tradition by making a white coat sponsorship gift of $50 or more?

Through this special gift, you'll be paying it forward – warmly welcoming these students into the College of Allied Health Sciences family and making an impact on the next generation of healthcare providers. You can also add a personal note of support for the incoming student you sponsor.

Please make your gift by December 1 to ensure all students receive their sponsored white coats, including your personalized words of encouragement in the front pocket.

One student shared the significance of the White Coat Ceremony,

"It was really important to get the recognition for all of our hard work over the past few years. The White Coat Ceremony helped me feel centered in my hope for my future career. I felt more empowered going into finals and going out to clinicals knowing that I have a physical sign of my accomplishments and place in the field."

In just one year, our annual White Coat Ceremony has become an honored tradition at the college; the white coat is an important symbol of the professional responsibilities they accept as Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (AMIT) and Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) students and as practitioners upon graduation. The White Coat Ceremony, traditionally associated with schools of medicine, has expanded in this era of interprofessional education to include many other health-related fields. 

Thank you for your continued support of our hard-working students and the UC College of Allied Health Sciences.