Dr. Ashley Tary The College of Optometry is pleased to welcome Dr. Ashley (Liverar) Tary, graduate of the class of 2014, as our newest Assistant Clinical Professor, Coordinator of Emergency Eye Services, and the Director of Continuing Education. Dr. Tary is excited to transition into academia after 10 years in private practice. She grew up … Continue reading Welcome to our New Faculty Members
Alumni Weekend 2025 – What a Treat!
The 2025 UMSL Optometry Alumni & Friends Weekend occurred August 15th–17th on the UMSL campus. We were delighted to celebrate our alumni—especially the milestone classes of 1985, 1995, 2005, and 2015—while also welcoming friends of the College. The weekend opened with a festive cocktail hour and dinner at the Lee Theatre in the Touhill Performing Arts … Continue reading Alumni Weekend 2025 – What a Treat!
A Word from the Dean
I’m pleased to share the Fall 2025 edition of EyeWire! This issue highlights recent activities within the University of Missouri–St. Louis College of Optometry and offers a preview of exciting upcoming developments. As we welcomed our 46th cohort of students in August, I reflected on the accomplishments of the College since it matriculated 36 students in its … Continue reading A Word from the Dean
Being a Builder and a Change Agent.
Most people may tell you that they have an interesting story or say they do not feel they have one. For sure, everyone has a story, and sometimes it depends on how that story is told. Dr. Brianne Hobbs, a 2010 graduate of UMSL College of Optometry, felt that her story was absent of inspiration, … Continue reading Being a Builder and a Change Agent.