Location: Hamilton Hall 74

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 1 hour

The club members unwinded and relaxed before fall break.  Club members painted pumpkins, and met with their mentor group to get a head start on Fall Break.

Location: Zoom

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 1 hour

Rebecca Heinz, the Assistant Director of Admissions, from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salas University met with the club on zoom to discuss what the Pennsylvania College of Optometry had to offer.  She discussed life outside of college at the university, and also different parts of the college of optometry.

Location: Zoom

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 1 hour

The Director of Admissions at NOVA Southeastern College of Optometry, Juan Carlos Saavedra, discussed what NOVA had to offer as an optometry program.  He also discussed student life in the Fort-Lauderdale/Davie, Florida area, and additional tips for applying to NOVA Southeastern College of Optometry

Location: Hamilton Hall 74

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 1 hour

Members learned about the RealEyes program and were able to receive training to become a certified RealEyes presenter! RealEyes is a program that focuses on educating children (Pre-K/Grade 12) on the human eye and eye safety in the classroom.

Location: Hamilton Hall 74

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 1 hour

Southern College of Optometry’s Director of Student Recruitment, Sunnie Ewing, came in and shared information about their program, life as an optometry student in Memphis, TN, and the admissions process. Dr. Chase Harter, an SCO graduate from the Class of 2018 who went to Ohio State for undergrad was also in attendance and he currently practices in Columbus at South West Eyecare.  Dr. Harter discussed his personal experiences about attending SCO and what he loved about Memphis.

Location: Hamilton Hall 150

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 1 Hour

Dr. Michael Earley talked to us about the field of optometry and the Ohio State University College of Optometry. The discussion was centered around the importance of optometrists in an ever changing world/society.  Dr. Earley also discussed positive experiences he has had in the field of optometry and what he personally loves about his occupation.

Location: Hamilton Hall 74

Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club

Duration: 30 minutes

President, Bri Ridenour, introduced the club and the purpose of the club.  Club Officers were introduced as well.  The Mentor/Mentee program was introduced and members signed up for that.