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Maintaining a Healthy School Life Balance  – Optometry school is a four-year marathon, and the key to any marathon is to pace yourself.

Academics, Articles, News, Optometry School, Perspectives / By / 8 minutes of reading

By Harneil Aulakh  Optometry school is a four-year marathon, and the key to any marathon is to pace yourself. While completing optometry school may seem like a daunting challenge, the hardships also come with many fun memories. The key to a successful four years is remembering to maintain a healthy school-life balance.   Getting Involved Early (Undergrad)  If you are currently an undergrad, there are […]

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Who Said a Leopard Can’t Change its Spots: An Examination of Experience by a Nontraditional Student 

Academics, Advocacy, Articles, News, Uncategorized / By / 4 minutes of reading

By Katelyn Goodroe   Optometry promises a stable, comfortable future for clinicians and their families. When walking around any campus, it is no surprise that many students come from various walks of life; some even choose to pursue optometric education as a second or third career. While walking away from the workforce and deferring four years of your usual income to

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Cultural Differences Between Grad School and Undergrad  

Academics, Articles, Career, News, Optometry School, OptometryStudents.com / By / 3 minutes of reading

By: Omkar Hehar  Entering higher education can feel overwhelming, especially because it can be hard to understand what to expect. Just like the transition from high school to undergrad, transitioning from undergrad to grad school can feel like another intimidating leap. However, there is no need to feel worried; though the culture tends to change between both programs, there are plenty of differences to

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 FIVE STEPS TO EMBODY THE ATTRIBUTES OF A PROACTIVE OPTOMETRY APPLICANT 

Academics, Career, News / By / 5 minutes of reading

By Addy Bomar  It is no secret that the life of a pre-optometry student can be packed to the brim. Between the looming thoughts around studying for and taking the Optometry Admission Test (OAT), collecting experiences that will “boost” your  résumé, and trying to maintain a healthy balance, it can feel overwhelming. However, there are ways to streamline many of the areas

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Shadowing & Clinical Work Experience 

Academics, Advocacy, Career, News, Perspectives / By / 7 minutes of reading

By Abby Hoepner  One of the burning questions as applicants prepare for optometry school is along the lines of “What kind of experience do I need in the field, and how much?” And of course, there is no one right answer; no exact number of hours you need to hit. However, experience can be broken down into two categories, both

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Building a Relationship With Your Local Optometrist 

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Building a relationship with your local optometrist is vital if you are interested in the field of optometry, especially when it comes to a letter of recommendation. The same rules apply as above when it comes to asking for the letter and thanking them afterward, but here are some tips on how to create and

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Relationships and Letters of Recommendation 

Academics, Career, News, Optometry School / By / 2 minutes of reading

By Landyn Goodwin  When it comes time to apply for optometry school, one of the major components of your application is the letters of recommendation. Most schools require at least one letter from a professor or academic advisor, as well as another letter from a doctor of optometry. However, this optometrist cannot be a family member. This can be one

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Interview Tips: Preparing for Success 

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By Nicole HernandezInterviews, while nerve-wracking, give you a chance to show who you are while learning if a program is the right fit for you! With some preparation, practice and self-reflection, you can walk into any interview confidently and ready to discuss your passions.   Practice, Practice, Practice!   Whether you’re applying to optometry school, a residency or a job, preparation is

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Save the Date: Optometry’s Meeting 2025

Articles, Events, Featured Posts, News, Perspectives / By / 2 minutes of reading

Optometry’s Meeting 2025 hosts the 5th World Congress of Optometry, in partnership with the World Council of Optometry, in Minneapolis, where our globally minded event will focus on advancing universal access to high-quality eye health and vision care, as well as an industry-leading conversation on technological advancements across the eye health care industry. Sign up

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Mobile Health Clinics: Expanding Access to Health Care in the United States

Career, Clinical Optometry, Healthcare, News, Post-Optometry School / By / 5 minutes of reading

The way patients receive health care in the United States has changed significantly in recent years. With the evolving health care landscape and an increasing population of senior citizens, mobile clinics are becoming increasingly vital, especially for communities where financial constraints and environmental barriers limit access to health care services. These socioeconomic barriers, especially in

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