Optometric Center of New York Archives - SUNY College of Optometry

Third-year OD student, Jessica Luo, received the 2026 SUNY Optometry Student Innovator Award for her business plan Eye Q – a collaborative and adaptive learning platform to support and connect optometry students preparing for the NBEO exams.

March 27, 2026

SUNY COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY ANNOUNCES 2026 HONORARY DEGREE RECIPIENTS

Dr. John G. Flanagan and James Winans to be honored for leadership in vision science and community service

March 24, 2026

CooperVision and SUNY College of Optometry Recognize World Optometry Day at Nasdaq Closing Bell Ringing

New York, NY— CooperVision President Jerry Warner joined CooperCompanies (Nasdaq:COO) President and CEO Albert G. White III in ringing the Nasdaq closing bell on Monday, March 23 in celebration of World Optometry Day, an annual global observance that recognizes the vital role eye care professionals play in promoting healthy vision and advancing eye care. White and […]

March 20, 2026

Faculty Showcase Research Excellence During Expo Event for State Leaders

Faculty Highlighted New Research in Myopia Management, Pediatric Optometry and Low Vision Albany, NY – SUNY Optometry faculty joined researchers from nearly a dozen SUNY campuses at the SUNY Research Expo in Albany earlier this week. The event was held at the Legislative Office Building and featured a range of research that saves lives and strengthens […]

February 26, 2026

FROM STUDENT IDEA TO CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDY

New contact lens for children with eye misalignment highlights College’s role in advancing breakthrough vision care New York, NY — What began as a student innovation at the SUNY College of Optometry is now moving toward a clinical research study — a milestone that highlights the College’s growing reputation as a hub for real-world eye […]

February 17, 2026

New Research Suggests Myopia Could Be Caused By How We Use Our Eyes Indoors

Myopia Study Proposes a New Explanation for Why Near Work and Low Light May Drive Nearsightedness New York, NY — For years, rising rates of myopia — or nearsightedness — have been widely attributed to increased screen time, especially among children and young adults. But new research from scientists at the SUNY College of Optometry suggests the story […]

January 21, 2026

SUNY College of Optometry Appoints Marina Su, OD, FAAO, as Vice President for Clinical Affairs and Executive Director of the University Eye Center

New York, NY — SUNY College of Optometry today announced the appointment of Marina Su, OD, FAAO, as Vice President for Clinical Affairs and Executive Director of the University Eye Center. Dr. Su brings more than 17 years of experience in clinical practice, education and health care leadership, along with a deep commitment to advancing […]

January 16, 2026

College Receives Mental Health First Aid Grant to Support Student Well-Being

New SUNY Grant Strengthens Mental Health Literacy and Crisis Intervention Capacity State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced awards through SUNY’s Mental Health First Aid Grant Program, providing targeted funding to strengthen campus-wide approaches to student mental health and well-being across the SUNY System. The program will award grants of up to […]

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