3/26/2024
Location: Zoom
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 55 minutes
Candace Johnson, assistant director of admissions at OSU College of Optometry, demonstrated to club members how to navigate the OptomCas application and website. Candace provided students with a step-by-step approach on filling out the application and what is expected in each application section. She answered questions regarding optometry school, the application, and the OAT.
3/21/2024
Location: Hamilton Hall 74
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
Karissa Sworski from SUNY College of Optometry came in to speak about SUNY’s program and what they have to offer. She introduced students to the college and discussed program details along with what to expect when applying, the curriculum, environment, and cost.
3/19/2024
Location: Zoom
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
Dr. Aschenbener spoke to students about pediatric optometry and vision therapy. She talked through her experiences that paved the way to get her to where she is now and why she chose to pursue pediatric care and vision therapy. Dr. Aschenbener provided students with the pros and cons of working in pediatric care. She gave students advice on getting into optometry school and being a competitive applicant as well as what to expect.
3/05/2024
Location: Hamilton Hall 74
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 45 minutes
The personal statement workshop allowed students to learn and understand what is expected on a personal statement. Students were shown a presentation about how to write and construct their personal statements when it comes to applying for optometry school. The presentation provided students with steps on how to compose their own drafts and what sorts of information to include in the personal statement.
2/20/2024
Location: OSU Optometry Clinic
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
Club members were given a tour of the OSU Optometry clinic with Dr. Earley. Students were shown what the clinic looks like, what it has to offer, and had questions answered about the college by Dr. Earley.
2/13/2024
Location: Zoom
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 45 min
Aditha Reddy, an optometrist working in a VA, spoke to students about her experiences working in a VA and shared what a VA is and what the duties include. Dr. Reddy shared about her journey and background for getting into optometry school and doing a residency. She also discussed why she did a residency and why she chose to work in a VA.
2/6/2024
Location: Hamilton Hall 74
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
Jen Bennett, director of student services at OSU College of Optometry, spoke to the members about interviews for admission into optometry school. She spoke about what to expect during interviews and provided valuable tips and advice. Her presentation aimed to educate members about the interviews and how to prepare and execute for them.
1/23/2024
Location: Hamilton Hall 74
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
A panel of optometry students/graduates spoke about their experiences during optometry school and how they prepared for optometry school. They discussed interviews, OAT, personal statements, jobs, and their journeys to optometry school.
11/28/2023
Location: Zoom
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
Dr. Claudia from OAT Booster spoke to the members about their studying program and why the usage of OAT Booster is beneficial to students in preparation for the OAT. She spoke about what was included, the sections covered and the methods in which the program uses to be the most helpful while studying.
11/14/2023
Location: Hamilton Hall 74
Meeting called by: Pre-Optometry Club
Duration: 1 Hour
A panel of fourth year members spoke with the rest of the club in preparation for upcoming classes, the OAT and the future application process.