With great joy and emotion we welcomed the third cohort of Medical students in the International Program in Medicine. These bright young minds coming from 15 different countries are beginning their journey in medical education at the warm and supportive University of Crete. The welcome ceremony on campus kicked off with inspiring short presentations of the curriculum by our faculty, an introduction to the numerous student services and facilities at the University of Crete campus and plenty of opportunities for students to connect with their peers. Welcome activities included a day trip to the Arkadi Monastery and the fascinating Archeological Museum of Eleutherna, an excavation site of the University of Crete department of Archeology, providing a perfect first taste of Crete’s rich history and culture.