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Children exposed to marijuana in the womb show a significant improvement in their ability to track moving objects at age four, according to new vision research. But researchers are warning that the results do not mean marijuana has a benefical effect on foetal development. “We were surprised with this initial finding,” said Ben Thompson, a professor in Waterloo’s School of Optometry and Vision Science.

Congratulations to the School of Optometry and Vision Science's 2016 award and grant recipients who have received funding from the Canadian Optometric Education Trust Fund!

Congratulations to our 2015 Alumni of Honour Award Winners!  In July 2015, during the CAO Congress in Fredericton, New Brunswick, the School was pleased to announce our recipients: Lillian Linton, Alan Ulsifer, and Michelle Steenbakkers.

The Waterloo chapter of Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH) is committed to providing sustainable eye care to those in need but who cannot afford nor obtain it. Every year, VOSH Waterloo partners up with VOSH groups around North America to organize international optometric mission trips for their students. This unique experience not only touches the lives of countless patients, it allows students to learn invaluable skills and grow as future optometrists.