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Muskan Dubey graduates as Xavier University, Aruba valedictorian
Dubey will join NYU Grossman School of Medicine’s Internal Medicine Residency program after graduating as valedictorian of Xavier University’s Class of 2026.
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Staff Reporter - Wed, 20, May 2026
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Muskan Dubey- Medicine Valedictorian picture with Ravi Bhooplapur, President and Dr Arun Dubey Chief Academic Officer / Handout
Indian-origin medical student Muskan Dubey graduated as valedictorian of Xavier University School of Medicine’s Class of 2026 during the university’s commencement ceremony held May 15 in Aruba.
The commencement ceremony at the Holiday Inn Resort Aruba in Oranjestad brought together faculty, healthcare leaders, families and graduates from multiple countries. The event opened with the national anthems of the United States, Canada and Aruba, reflecting the university’s international student body.
Arun Dubey, chief academic officer of Xavier University, served as master of ceremonies and welcomed attendees to the event. He told graduates the ceremony represented more than academic achievement and recognized their dedication to healing, service and compassion.
“Today, we come together to celebrate more than academic success,” Arun Dubey said. “We honor dedication to healing, service, and compassion. Our graduates have completed rigorous coursework, demanding clinical training, and faced significant challenges with resilience and determination.”
Edwin Casey, Chairman - addressing Graduating class 2026 / HandoutChairman of the Board Edwin Casey encouraged graduates to lead with humility and a commitment to lifelong learning as they enter the healthcare profession.
JG Bhat, Chancellor - addressing Graduating class 2026 / Handout
The congratulatory address was delivered by Aruba’s Minister of Public Health, Social Affairs, Elderly Care, and Addiction Management, Melvin G. Wyatt-Ras, who urged graduates to become innovators, advocates and leaders in global healthcare.
Xavier University chancellor J.G. Bhat addressed graduates on the future of medicine, highlighting the growing role of personalized healthcare, scientific research and intellectual curiosity in modern medical practice.
Honorable Minister of Health - Melvin Wyatt Ras - addressing Graduating class 2026 / Handout
University president Ravi Bhooplapur congratulated graduates and emphasized the importance of compassion and human connection in healthcare.
“Healing will always begin with the human touch,” Bhooplapur said. “Be the doctor who listens. Be the nurse who advocates.”
Ravi Bhooplapur , President and Kevin Pawlak with the Award of Excellence in Leadership and Service / HandoutThe university also recognized Kevin Pawlak with the Award of Excellence in Leadership and Service for his dedication to students and academic excellence.
President Bhooplapur formally conferred Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Medicine degrees on the Class of 2026, concluding the ceremony with a celebratory recessional for the graduates.
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