Meet Roger Jesse. For the past eight years he has served as an instrumental individual for the University’s Patient Care Center. He prepares to retire from UMSL in May, and there is more to Roger than meets the eye. Roger has been around eyes for most of his life. His dad was a life-long optician, … Continue reading Everyone Has a Story: Roger Jesse
A New Eggtravaganza for NOSA Egg Hunt
The College of Optometry’s NOSA organization has been doing the Annual Easter Egg hunt for many years. Its aim is to allow children with visual problems to hunt for eggs that are designed to beep. This year’s egg hunt was different. Instead of the annual event being held on campus, Lauren Dermody (’21), Salmedina Alic … Continue reading A New Eggtravaganza for NOSA Egg Hunt
Dr. Ed Bennett Announces His Retirement
Author. Optometrist. Beer. Gas Permeable lenses. Sports. These words all describe one legend at the College of Optometry: Dr. Ed Bennett. In January 2019, Ed Bennett announced he was going to say goodbye to UMSL and say hello to improving his golf game, enjoying his view from his office that overlooks a golf course, enjoying life, … Continue reading Dr. Ed Bennett Announces His Retirement
Kailey Utley (’20) Soccer Success
Kailey Utley (’20) came to the College of Optometry in August 2016 after a very distinguished high school and college soccer career. She was an outstanding collegiate player, helping lead her Division One West Virginia University women’s team to the Elite 8 nationally. Like Jessie Crabtree (’18), she has continued her passion with … Continue reading Kailey Utley (’20) Soccer Success