Aesculapian Society
Become a friend and supporter of the UCF College of Medicine. Join the Dean's Aesculapian Society.
History in the Making
The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of starting a medical college requires both seed funding and continued annual contributions from a core group of involved sponsors. This collaborative, long-term effort will enable donors to support the College of Medicine through their personal involvement and annual contributions to the Dean's Fund for Excellence. We invite you to join this society of supporters to make an important investment in the College of Medicine. Your support has direct impact on the success of the college and its students.
The Society
The Aesculapian Society was created to honor and encourage those who give financial support to the education and research programs at the College of Medicine. It was designed to bring together supporters of the College of Medicine, while also promoting discretionary giving. Your gift to the Dean's Fund for Excellence will provide you with the opportunity to interact with peers who share your passion for excellence in medical education, research and patient care. Your participation in the society through lectures, tours, and special events will give you deep insight into the progress of the College of Medicine.
Giving Options
Your generous annual contribution will change the students' lives and the lives of thousands of their future patients:
- $2,500 to $9,999 to become an Aesculapian
- $10,000 or more to join the Dean's Aesculapian Circle
Donor Benefits
For Aesculapians and Dean's Circle:
- Invitations from the Dean to lectures, tours and special events
- Dean's State-of-the-College Luncheon
- Exclusive College of Medicine Aesculapian or Dean's Circle lapel pin
Additionally, for Dean's Circle contributors:
- Invitation to the College's White Coat Ceremony
- Private tours of the Clinical Skills and Simulation facilities
The Rod of Aesculapius [as-kah-lay-pee-uhs] is an ancient Greek symbol associated with healing the sick. It consists of a serpent entwined around a staff. Aesculapius, the son of Apollo, was a practitioner of medicine in ancient Greek mythology. He was instructed in medicine by the Chiron the Centaur. Today the serpent-and-rod motif is commonly used to symbolize the practice and profession of medicine.
