New DVM students
On this page you’ll find important dates and other helpful information to get started during your first year as a veterinary student. For additional new DVM student information and resources, log in to the college’s internal web.
White Coat Ceremony
August 20 | 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PT
We welcome students to the professional veterinary medical program during the Annual Convocation & White Coat Ceremony. As an incoming veterinary student, you will receive a white coat symbolizing the start of your journey to become a veterinarian.
Students, their parents, spouse or partner, family, and friends are invited to attend. Doors open at 2 p.m. The ceremony will last approximately 60 minutes.
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Get your WSU College of Veterinary Medicine gear!
Sweatshirts, scrubs, tees, hats, water bottles, license plate frames, and more at the Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA) Bookstore.
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