The Center for Pediatric Eye Care at the University Eye Center keeps kids focused on learning New York, NY— Did you know that over 5 million children in the U.S. struggle to learn because of an undiagnosed vision problem? As kids ready for school this year, eye exams are more…
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Hassan Elhage and Sakshi Vasiu earn 2024 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence New York, NY– The State University of New York announced two optometry students will be recognized with the 2024 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, SUNY’s highest honor. Hassan Elhage and Sakshi Vasiu will be presented with their awards…
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New York, NY—SUNY College of Optometry Distinguished Teaching Professor Sherry Bass, OD, ’80, has been named among the 2021 Most Influential Women in Optical released this week by Vision Monday. Dr. Bass was selected for the Above and Beyond category of influential women who have led the way in giving…
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According to the American Optometric Association, an estimated 45 million Americans of all ages wear contacts lenses, including infants. If you’re among the many considering contacts, take time to learn why and how contact lenses can serve your sight from SUNY College of Optometry’s cornea and contact lens expert, David…
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New York, NY—The American Academy of Optometry announced the names of over 60 recipients of the 2021 Resident Travel Fellowship Grants, which provides $750 in funding for select residents nationwide to attend the Academy 2021 meeting in Boston, November 3-6, 2021. Among this year’s fellowship grant winners are 11 residents who are…
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50th Commencement Ceremony for SUNY College of Optometry Will Feature Two Honorary Degree Recipients SUNY Chancellor King will deliver 2024 Commencement Address on May 23rd FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2024 New York, NY – The State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry announced it will award…
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After more than sixteen years of leadership, Dr. David A. Heath announced his intention to retire as President of SUNY College of Optometry at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 academic year. In the announcement made late Wednesday to members of the College Council, SUNY College of Optometry Foundation Board, faculty…
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