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SSM Health Medical Services Open in UMSL Patient Care Center
Optometry students Jeffery Pace (at left) and Kate Hamm (far right) hold the ribbon while (from left) SSM Health Care President Sean Hogan, UMSL Chancellor Tom George, North County Inc. President and CEO Rebecca Zoll, St. Louis County Councilwoman Hazel Erby, SSM Health Regional President James Bleicher and College of Optometry Dean Larry Davis cut the ribbon for the Sept. 21 opening of the SSM Health Medical Group office in the UMSL Patient Care Center. (Photos by August Jennewein)  see more
Welcome to the Class of 2021
On August 17th, the Class of 2021 was formally welcomed into the UMSL family by Dean Larry Davis at the beginning of the orientation program.  There are many unique qualities and points of pride for this class. see more
Eclipse Celebration at the American Optometric Association
While the reception and view of the eclipse was occurring at the College of Optometry, nearly 40 students and Assistant Dean Dr. Ed Bennett viewed it from the front yard of the American Optometric Association (AOA) headquarters.   see more
A publication for the alumni and friends of the University of Missouri-College of Optometry.
Alumni Focus: Brigette Colley, OD
We all know the difference one person can make in our life and in the life of others.  At the UMSL College of Optometry, we are always looking for well-engaged leaders who can make a difference in our family.  This begins long before they step foot in Marillac Hall as a first-year student. see more
National Keratoconus Foundation Event
On September 11th, Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham was the featured speaker at a local event for individuals with keratoconus and their referring doctors. This included members of the MD-OD Contact Lens Foundation of St. Louis, as well as Dr. Julie DeKinder, Director of Academic and Residency Programs, and Dr. Jean Bennett.  see more
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