A native of Kearney, Nebraska, Kingsley was first connected with his new colleagues while studying at UMSL.

A native of Kearney, Nebraska, Kingsley was first connected with his new colleagues while studying at UMSL.
The breakthrough virtual reality tool allows opticians to design progressive lenses that are fully customized to patients by tracking their specific gaze dynamics.
A 2010 graduate, Hobbs has spent the past 15 years carving out a career in optometric education.
Dr. Nina Katsev graduated from the college in 1992, and daughters Dr. Cailyn Katsev Ruck and Dr. Julia “Kiki” Katsev Larson followed her path, earning degrees in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
The organization is responsible for setting the standards for the profession of optometry.
Jones previously served as president of both the Missouri Optometric Student Association and the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists and has been heavily involved in the college.
The interprofessional event brought together students from the College of Optometry, the College of Nursing’s Accelerated BSN Program and the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy.
Schroeder conducted research and presented posters at several national conferences, including on refractive error and pinhole acuity relationships.
Aldridge Rhine, who earned her bachelor’s from UMSL in 2000, decided to embark on a career in optometry after reading a story in UMSL Magazine.
Martin found her passion for humanitarian work while volunteering with UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity last month.
UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity sends students to schools, Native American reservations and refugee resettlement institutions across the country.
Fenson, who competed in the Olympic trials for curling while starting optometry school, plans to bring needed care to his hometown of Bemidji, Minnesota.
The new agreement between the two universities will help funnel students in the one-year BIOS program into UMSL’s College of Optometry.
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
In addition to his studies, Pellegrino is teaching the puppy basic cues and exposing her to new environments.
The newly opened health center allows students to access little-to-no-cost medical care and behavioral health services during school hours.
Bennett received the CLMA Medal of Honor, while Henry received an award named for Bennett himself: the Dr. Edward S. Bennett GPLI Educator of the Year award.
A Wisconsin native, Traverse was recognized for her academic performance, ability, character, leadership and interest in the profession of optometry.
Adams, an optometrist at EYE-Q Vision Care in Fresno, California, helped diagnose a young patient with a brain tumor and ultimately save his life.
The specialty lenses are used to slow the progression of myopia, or nearsightedness.