Students perform an eye exam in clinic

Insight | Spring 2021

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Director's Message

Director Stanley Woo shares what’s new at the University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry & Vision Science.

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Features

Optometrist team at Aurora Eye Care

Canadian optometrists step up for students amidst pandemic uncertainty

Waterloo Optometry students affected by the American border closure were able to pivot quickly to Canadian clerkship sites thanks to the support of clinics like Aurora Eye Care!

Light shining on a laboratory experiment

Just add light

Applying UV light to common disinfectants makes them safer to use, says a new study from the School of Optometry & Vision Science.

Front view of the School of Optometry & Vision Science

Paying tribute to Dr. Gina Sorbara and Dr. Dorrie Morrow

Respected across the profession, both women are remembered for their dedication to optometry

It is with heavy hearts that the School continues to grieve the passing of beloved professor Dr. Gina Sorbara (OD’77, MSc’93) in February 2021; and alum Dr. Dorrie Morrow (OD’80) in December 2020. As many in our alumni community know, both women leave behind their indelible marks on the optometry profession. The School is honoured to establish two tribute initiatives in their memory, both of which will reflect the dedication they showed to their respective fields of passion in optometry.

Mock-up of the new Waterloo Eye Institute expansion

Focused on the profession’s future

Q + A with Waterloo alumnus Dr. Henry Smit (OD '79)

A fulfilling career in optometry inspired Dr. Henry and Mrs. Jill Smit to give back to ensure the advancement of their beloved profession.