Dr. Keshia Elder We are excited to share that, following a comprehensive national search, Dr. Keshia Elder was recently selected as the next dean for UMSL Optometry. We look forward to welcoming her to the college and campus this fall when she assumes the position September 1st. Dr. Elder previously served the college, from 2011 … Continue reading Dr. Keshia Elder Selected as Next Dean for UMSL College of Optometry
Dr. Erin Brooks Receives the UMSL Hero Award
Posted in UMSL Daily by Heather Rise, photos by August Jennewein Dr. Erin Brooks Brooks doesn’t always have time to get to the laundry – but that’s just fine with her. Whether she’s seeing a patient of her own, teaching first-year students about anatomy and physiology, assisting students with equipment as a representative for the … Continue reading Dr. Erin Brooks Receives the UMSL Hero Award
Students and Optometric Profession Benefit from the Eyes On Diversity Program
Congratulations to our participants for completing the awarding-winning Eyes on Diversity High School Enrichment program. (2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award) Dr. Brittany Wright, College of Optometry Coordinator for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion states "the profession of optometry offers a wide variety of professional paths that integrate patient care, medicine, technology, research, business, wellness, and … Continue reading Students and Optometric Profession Benefit from the Eyes On Diversity Program