School of Optometry and Vision Science
Dania Abuleil, a PhD candidate in the School of Optometry and Vision Science, is recognized by students, peers, and faculty members for her teaching strategies, approachability, and dedication. One student describes Abuleil’s teaching as exceptional because, “not only does she help you thoroughly understand the material but she makes you proficient with that knowledge, fosters and develops your self-confidence, and provides you with strategies to make you more self-sufficient in the future.” Abuleil’s passion for teaching went beyond the classroom as she continually looked for new ways to improve as an instructor, including earning a Fundamentals of University Teaching certificate. She has developed a variety of teaching methods to explain difficult concepts and cater to her students’ learning needs, but what truly make’s Abuleil’s teaching exceptional is her friendly and approachable personality. One faculty member stated that, “[her] patience with students and kind character helps her develop strong connections with her students, which ultimately makes them feel valued.” Abuleil also ensures that her fellow Teaching Assistants take pride in their abilities to teach students, serving as the President of Graduates in Vision Science and establishing a new method for receiving instructional feedback.
Abuleil has been a teaching assistant for OPTOM 104, OPTOM 114, OPTOM 124, and OPTOM 272. She has also been a lecturer for OPTOM 219.
