A traditional ceremony marked the start of a nursing program for 87 students. Each participant received a specially embroidered coat. The students are enrolled in an accelerated program that will last 16 months. They are expected to graduate in December 2027.

The ceremony is a significant event that welcomes students to the medical field. It symbolizes the beginning of their nursing education.

Further information about the program and its participants can be found through the Texas Tech Health El Paso's reports.