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So I\u2019m really impressed with the path that these students have gone on.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Ravago Lecture Hall unveiling included thanks from UCF President John C. Hitt and a champagne toast.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is a wonderful day in the life of the College of Medicine,\u201d said Dr. Deborah German, vice president for medical affairs and founding dean of the medical school. \u201cIt\u2019s really beautiful to start a relationship with this group and to receive unrestricted funds allows us to do all things we need to do to ensure our medical school gives our students exactly what they need.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Dr. German made her remarks in a packed Room 101, noting that the medium-sized lecture hall is \u201cfilled with memories\u201d and is the preferred classroom for students and faculty because its open access design encourages interaction. After the dedication, Dr. German led Ravago leaders and employees on a tour of the medical education building, making stops at the Harriet F. 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