New York, NY—The Optometric Center of New York (OCNY), the affiliated foundation of the SUNY College of Optometry, hosted its 17th annual Eyes on New York Award Celebration on November 5. From celebrity sightings and music to paying tribute to industry innovators and those who benefit from donor support, the…
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For Immediate Release: July 1, 2020 Organization Contact: Adrienne Stoller, communications@sunyopt.edu, 212-938-5600 New York, NY—With sights set on expanding diversity in the science and health care fields, the Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at SUNY College of Optometry brought together minority and economically disadvantaged college students from across the…
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For Immediate Release: May 14, 2020 Organization Contact: Adrienne Stoller, communications@sunyopt.edu, 212-938-5600 What is it like to graduate as a doctor of optometry during a global health crisis? SUNY College of Optometry Class of 2020 President Nicole Mercho shares how soon-to-be-alumni are preparing for a rapidly changing professional world. How has…
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Sight Saving Superheroes Highlight Annual Campaign New York, NY: The Tuesday after Thanksgiving has been dedicated as “Giving Tuesday” since its inception in NYC in 2012. What started out as a day to simply do good deeds for others has become an international movement to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity.…
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In October, 2015 several members of the SUNY College of Optometry community took part in a broad discussion on the changing nature of health care and its affect on optometry and optometric education. That discussion was edited into a podcast which can be listened to below Taking part…
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SUNY Optometry community comes together in solidarity and service NEW YORK, NY — The SUNY College of Optometry campus community gathered to pay tribute to faculty and staff contributions during the 13th annual Recognition Awards Ceremony on Thursday, December 16. The event, held in the College’s Schwarz Theater, was hosted as…
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