A few weeks ago, Michael had his "white coat ceremony". It's a ceremony where the 1st year dental students get their white coats, symbolizing their entry into the dental field and their becoming a "professional". It was held in a nice building on campus (there's a picture below). Some parents fly in for the occasion, I guess it's a pretty big deal. Students were called up in alphabetical order. I waited as each student was helped into their white coat, pausing with the dean for a photo. When it was Michael's turn, I was at the front near the stage with my camera ready. He got on his coat and instead of just standing by the dean for a photo, gave a thumbs up.

Everyone in the auditorium started laughing. I thought it was because of his dorky thumbs up pose. Later, Michael told me it was because the price tag slipped out of the arm of his white coat when he raised his arm.

I guess they weren't sure if Michael would make it through school so they left the tag on!

There a little bit of a reception outside after with some snacks, cookies, a nut mix, mints, and the best punch I've ever had. Here's Michael, the future dentist, with his little son, who would not smile for the camera.

We had Drew all dressed up for the occasion. The tie, a very cute fashion accessory, also doubled as a chew toy.

We got a picture of all the LDS guys in Michael's class.

This is the building the ceremony was held in.