PCOM Georgia Doctor of Pharmacy Program White Coat Ceremony
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WHITE COAT CEREMONY

PCOM Georgia Doctor of Pharmacy Program White Coat Ceremony 
Class of 2029

November 7, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PMGas South Convention Center
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway Duluth, GA 30097

The PCOM Georgia Doctor of Pharmacy Program White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2029 will take place on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11 a.m. in the Magnolia Ballroom at the Gas South Convention Center.

PCOM Georgia pharmacy students smile as they receive white coats on stage from faculty members

PCOM Georgia Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) students will celebrate with friends, family, faculty and administrators as they are presented their pharmacist white coats, recite their professionalism pledge and hear from program chairs and guest speakers. The White Coat Ceremony marks a significant milestone in welcoming students into the pharmacy profession.

About the White Coat

The white coat signifies the transition from student pharmacist to part of a clinical healthcare team. The coat reminds medical students of their duty to practice patient care with humanism and professionalism. It symbolizes competency and integrity, as well as compassion and responsibility in improving health outcomes.

Livestream

Visit PCOM's YouTube channel on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11 a.m. to view a livestream of the ceremony!

Tickets and Ceremony Details

Attendees must receive a ticket from a PCOM student in order to enter the ceremony. Please visit our FAQ page to view answers to frequently asked questions about the White Coat Ceremony.

Doors open at 10 a.m. Those requiring additional seating assistance may enter at 9:50 a.m. Late arrivals will be required to wait outside the ceremony space until the conclusion of the processional.

Prior to the event, please be sure to designate an appropriate location for meeting your guests/student.

Gas South Convention Center

The Gas South Convention Center is located at 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097.

The Gas South Convention Center is an ADA-compliant facility. Visit the accessibility page on their website to learn more.

Questions?

Contact the Student Affairs Office at studentaffairsevents@pcom.edu.

Information for Students

Students must register via Tassel in order to participate in the White Coat Ceremony. Tassel is the system used to manage ceremony operations, including student RSVPs, communications, and stage passes. Students must create an account in Tassel to:

  • RSVP for the event
  • receive guest tickets
  • ensure their name is listed and pronounced correctly for the ceremony.

Students will receive an email from studentaffairevents@pcom.edu when the portal is open.

RSVP Required

Students who do not respond and indicate their intent to participate in ceremony by the required deadline may not be able to participate or receive guest tickets.

Students must arrive no later than 9:30 a.m. for the 11 a.m. ceremony.

We will review the order of service for the ceremony and ensure all students are seated alphabetically. It is imperative that students arrive at the specified time. If you are late, you will be seated in the last row at the end of your program and not in alphabetical order.

Water will be available in student holding area and you may bring snacks or food if needed. You will be waiting for an extended period. Please come prepared.

To maintain a professional atmosphere, please follow these guidelines for attire and preparation:

  • Wear business casual attire.
    • If you choose to wear a dress, please make sure it is longer than your white coat.
    • No jeans or shorts are allowed.
  • Bring your white coat with you, and make sure it is neatly pressed.
  • If you participated in the white coat ceremony last year, please bring the same white coat with you.

Visit the Order Your White Coat page for details regarding placing an order, sizing and ordering additional or replacement white coats.

To help ensure a smooth and organized experience for all attendees, please review and follow these ticket guidelines:

  • Secure Tickets: Register through Tassel to receive your three (3) guest tickets.
  • Distribute Tickets: Send your tickets to your guests through the Tassel website. You are responsible for ensuring each guest receives their ticket.
  • Ticket Transfers: If you have unused tickets, you may transfer them to other students by emailing the tickets through Tassel.
  • Children: All guests ages three (3) years old and older need a ticket for admission.
  • Ticket Scanning: Each ticket will be scanned at the entrance due to venue fire code limits.
  • Capacity Limits: This event has strict seating limits, similar to concerts or sporting events. Do not bring extra guests, as they will be turned away.
  • Ticket Issues: Guests with ticket problems will be sent to a help desk for assistance. To avoid complications (such as duplicate tickets), send your tickets out carefully and responsibly.
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