Cole Stanton (Class of 2023) He stands 6’4” tall with a traditional football player’s build as he walks into the classroom, but everyone knows that Cole Stanton is what you call a “gentle giant.” According to Cole, his story is nothing extraordinary, but what lies beneath the surface of this young man is a charismatic … Continue reading Everyone Has a Story: Faith and Family Defines Him
Sweeney Dohrman Chosen as Outstanding Optometry Educator of the Year
Dr. Sweeney Dohrman Each year the graduating class elects one faculty member to receive the Outstanding Optometry Educator of the Year award. This award is sponsored by Beta Sigma Kappa, and is given to a faculty member who demonstrates a genuine care for the students, the profession, and the ongoing effort to engage learning in … Continue reading Sweeney Dohrman Chosen as Outstanding Optometry Educator of the Year
COVID Disruption – Students
Like most other US colleges and universities, UMSL chose to send our students home for distance learning in mid-March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. UMSL Optometry students have since finished their spring semester and have transitioned into either summer term or summer break. At this time our academic buildings remain closed, while our UMSL Patient … Continue reading COVID Disruption – Students