Since opening its doors to the first class of students in 1971, the College has grown to become one of the leading colleges of optometry and vision research centers in the world. The College houses the University Eye Center, one of the largest outpatient vision care clinics in the country, and the Harold Kohn Vision Science Library, the largest vision science library in the country. These resources ensure SUNY students receive the most comprehensive clinical training supported by an outstanding academic education. (Source: About SUNY College of Optometry)
Location: SUNY is located in the heart of midtown Manhattan on Bryant Park and just one block away from Times Square. All classrooms, research facilities, and the library are located in a 298,000 square-foot, 18-story building on 42nd Street. The University Eye Center is also located in the building with several externship sites located around New York City and beyond.
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There are many things we have to worry about as optometry students: midterms, clinical assessments, and, yes, even national board exams. But we all know that our education extends far beyond the material we’re getting in the classroom. A little over a year ago, SUNY College of Optometry established its Career Development Center, dedicated to […]
2nd Annual SUNY Optometry Career Symposium Read More »
Have you ever stopped to think of how a baseball player can hit a 95 mph fastball? Or how a NFL quarterback knows precisely where to throw the football? If you take a step back, the abilities of the professional athletes that we watch on a daily basis are pretty amazing. Just check out SportsCenter
Kimia Letafat of SUNY 2013 is the winner of the January 2013 Clinical Case Review. This is the premier resource for optometry students to post their most interesting optometric clinical cases online for all to see. A winner will be chosen monthly and will receive a clinical gift bundle, an official certificate signed by the founder of OptometryStudents.com
Clinical Case Review January 2013 – Kimia Letafat Read More »
[vc_column width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] [vc_column_text width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Get started immediately by viewing the 21 different positions available on the OS Core Leadership Team. Any student enrolled in optometry school may apply. We will review your application immediately and set up a phone call to take things to the next step! [/vc_column_text] [/vc_column] [vc_column_text width=”1/1″
The Core Leadership Team – Now accepting applications for 21 new positions Read More »
Denver, CO (December 19, 2012) – The 2012 World Sight Day Student Challenge was a resounding success thanks to the student leadership at campuses across North America. Twenty-five schools participated and raised over $32,000, which is almost double the total donations from the Student Challenge last year. Every year VOSH International offers travel stipends to
Optometry Giving Sight Announces the Winners from the World Sight Day Student Challenge Read More »
Whether we are creating the content directly on OptometryStudents.com or linking you to other great content, our job here at OS is to keep students informed and involved. That is why I want to direct you to this great AOA newsletter called “Eyes On The Future” (ETOF) is a quarterly AOA publication that has some really valuable
Eyes On The Future: Fall 2012 Issue Read More »
The December 2012 Optometry Student in Focus is Kevin Willeford of SUNY Optometry, class of 2014. I personally had the opportunity to work with Kevin in pediatrics clinic and to see him progress through optometry school. He is certainly a remarkable student who will do great things for this profession. I believe that Kevin’s motivation
December 2012 Optometry Student in Focus: Kevin Willeford of SUNY Read More »
Tracy Voegeli of SUNY 2013 is the winner of the December 2012 Clinical Case Review. This is the premier resource for optometry students to post their most interesting optometric clinical cases online for all to see. A winner will be chosen monthly and will receive a clinical gift bundle, an official certificate signed by the founder of OptometryStudents.com
Clinical Case Review December 2012; Tracy Voegeli SUNY 2013 Read More »
It is often discouraging thinking about the financial implications of optometry school. It is a significant investment that bears a financial burden that can even act as a deterrent for some. Fortunately there are many ways to finance optometry school including grants, loans, scholarships, college work study and appropriate budgeting. Tune into a video interview
Paying for Optometry School – Financial Aid Fundamentals Read More »
Interviews are now being scheduled for the 2013 Vision Therapy Private Practice Residency at the Vision and Learning Center of Family Eyecare Associates, P.C. (Fair Lawn, NJ). The goal of this unique Southern College of Optometry residency program is to give graduate optometrists additional opportunities to expand their clinical knowledge and skills. Interested applicants should contact: Leonard
Residency Opportunity: Vision and Learning Center of Family Eyecare Associates Read More »
