White Coat Ceremony
Friday, April 10, 2026 | 2 PM
Centennial Hall | Tucson, Arizona
About the Ceremony
Celebrate the Class of 2027 as they take their next step into the pharmacy profession. The White Coat Ceremony marks their commitment to professionalism, integrity, and compassionate patient care.
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 2 PM
Location: Centennial Hall, University of Arizona – Tucson, AZ
Parking: $9 Flat rate at Tyndall Garage. Credit/debit cards only, cash is not accepted.
Livestream: Link available at 8 AM on April 10 on event listing
Security Policy
Learn how: Ceremonies 2025/2026 | Centennial Hall
- Each student may invite 10 guests
- Students will receive a ticket download link
- Students forward individual tickets to guests
- Auditorium doors open at 1 PM
Additional Tickets -
- Will be available on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the event when doors open.
- Guests must provide the student’s name they are there to see receive their coat and have an electronic device to receive the ticket
Who Needs a Ticket?
- Every person requiring a seat needs a ticket (1 seat = 1 ticket).
- Infants in carriers also require a ticket. Please note that carriers cannot be placed on the floor or in aisles—they must occupy a seat.
- All walkways must remain clear.
Arrival Time: 12 PM
Location: East Backstage Entrance, Centennial Hall
Where to park: Tyndall Garage: 880 E 4th St, Tucson, AZ 85719. $9 flat rate, credit/debit cards only, cash is not accepted.
Directions & Parking
12–1:30 PM — Check-In & Headshots
- Scan in upon arrival
- DiFranco Photography: Professional headshots
- Bring your white coat
- Place limited personal items (one labeled gallon bag per student) in the Safe Keeping Tubs for pickup at the reception.
1:30 PM — Line-Up & Prep
- Students line up in assigned height order
- Quick rehearsal - Watch Video & coat-handling instructions
- Student processional
- Messages from leadership
- Guest keynote speaker
- Presentation of white coats
- Professionalism pledge
- Group & individual photo opportunities
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
Location: Northeast corner of Centennial Hall
More details coming soon.
Professional headshots and event photos will be shared with students following the ceremony.