The College broadens its already global perspective as half of the world’s population faces nearsightedness. Faced with the sobering statistics that by 2050, half of the world’s population could have myopia, or nearsightedness, the SUNY Optometry opened its Myopia Control Clinic in 2016. And now, in response to increasing prevalence…
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New York City: A Great College Town New York City has more than half a million students enrolled at over one hundred colleges and universities. These students take advantage of Broadway shows, world famous museums, remarkable food, fantastic nightlife, culture around every corner and incredible diversity – New York City…
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Violet Kolecki’s visit to see a plaque dedicated to her daughter was a testament to the strong connections forged at SUNY Optometry. Violet Kolecki did not attend SUNY Optometry. But she was able to cross an item off her bucket list at the College. In May, the Buffalo resident came…
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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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With great sadness, SUNY College of Optometry shares the passing of nationally known optometric clinician and educator, Michael L. Fischer OD, FAAO, class of 1983, following a battle with cancer. He was 64 years old. A resident of New Hyde Park, New York, Dr. Fischer received his undergraduate degree from…
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New York, NY—For the third year in a row, the SUNY College of Optometry chapter of the National Student Optometric Association (NOSA) honors Black History Month with an Inspiration Wall along with a video tribute highlighting the profiles and achievements of Black members affiliated with the College community. On display…
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Dear Friends and Supporters, Even in these times, we have many reasons to be grateful and celebrate. The articles below highlight just a few of those stories including the ways our community has risen to the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic and social issues. Working together, we can –…
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ESTHER J. WERNER MEMORIAL AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE DR. MAX COHEN MEMORIAL AWARD FOR VOLUNTEER COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICE The journey from student to clinician in optometry for Raymond Bryant Farmer is rooted in his dedication to service and scholarship. As president of the SUNY Optometry chapter of NOSA…
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