5 “As you read of our accomplishments, I hope you will notice that each is a reflection of our values and, while highlighting our achievements, also represents our path towards the future.” — PRESIDENT DAVID A. HEATH President David A. Heath and Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul. David A. Heath, OD, EdM President Our strength of commitment to our institutional values – Excellence, Leadership, Inquiry, Innovation, Professionalism, and Service to Diverse Communities – is imperative in the face of challenge. As you read of our accomplishments, I hope you will notice that each is a reflection of our values and, while highlighting our achievements, also represents our path towards the future. Whether it is through the award of NYSUNY 2020 grants to expand our Primary Care - Pediatric Unit and our virtual reality simulation teaching laboratory, or the development of a first of its kind joint Residency/Graduate Degree Program, “hacking” the eye exam, innovative international programming, breakthroughs in research, or increasing interprofessional education through expanding relationships with hospitals and Article 28 diagnostic and treatment centers, the SUNY College of Optometry community always asks, “Can we do better? ” Of course, the answer is “yes, ” but it does require that we be willing to question operational assumptions, challenge the past, and look beyond our walls and borders to foresee the future of eye, vision, and health care. I believe the accomplishments of our faculty, staff, administration, students, alumni, and supporters over the past year clearly demonstrate our willingness to do so not as individuals, but as members of a community with common values and common goals.
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