National Vision Awards $7,000 in Scholarships to National Optometric Student Association Members and Receives Founder’s Award at 2023 Convention
20 7월 2023 - 10:00PM
Business Wire
Three Standout Optometry Students Recognized
for Viewpoints on Advancing Eye Health in Diverse Populations
National Vision, Inc., the nation’s second largest optical
retailer providing quality, affordable eye care and eyewear,
announced the winners of its 2023 National Optometric Student
Association (NOSA) scholarships, awarding a total of $7,000 to
three optometry students, including one repeat winner. The winners
were selected based on their thoughtful assessments on optical
issues disproportionately affecting minority groups and the
thoughtful plans they conveyed for tackling such issues head-on in
their future optometry careers.
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Lopez, Chou. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Each year we are blown away by the knowledge and passion of
every applicant on the topic at hand, and we are truly inspired by
the innovative thinking these rising optometrists will bring to the
field,” said Priti Patel, O.D., Senior Vice President of Healthcare
Strategy for National Vision. “Access to quality care is central to
our mission, and our three winners have demonstrated a clear
understanding of the issues threatening that mission, along with
detailed solutions for addressing the barriers that prevent so many
from prioritizing their visual health.”
The 2023 National Vision NOSA scholarship winners were awarded
their scholarships at this year’s National Optometric Association
(NOA) Convention on July 7 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Each
student was recognized for their thoughtful submissions, including
video and essay entries, as well as a repeat win by Joanna Lopez,
who was awarded a first-place scholarship in 2022.
- First Place ($4,000): Laura Medina, SUNY College of
Optometry, Class of 2024
- Runner-Up ($2,000): Joanna Lopez, UC Berkeley School of
Optometry, Class of 2025
- Runner-Up ($1,000): Christine Chou, SUNY College of
Optometry, Class of 2025
In addition, the NOA honored National Vision with the 2023
Founder’s Award at this year’s convention. National Vision was
recognized for its support of the NOA and ensuring diversity is at
the forefront of the profession by providing scholarships to NOSA
members for many years. Also recognized were the Company’s
community initiatives, including its partnership with the NOA
through its charitable arm, 20/20 Quest, to develop the
"Eyempowerment Initiative" focused on improving eye health access,
education and awareness to underserved communities.
“We are honored to be recognized by the NOA with this
prestigious award. Our longstanding partnership is based off our
shared goal of simply doing all we can to help others see better
and live better, and we look forward to continuing down this joint
path,” said Patel.
About National Vision’s NOSA Scholarship Program
National Vision established its NOSA scholarship program in 2015
to encourage students to continue their work in primary care,
particularly in often-underserved minority communities. Every year,
winners are selected based on the quality of their essay
submissions and an assessment of their involvement in community
service as well as optometric organizations. All active NOSA
members are eligible to apply.
About National Vision Holdings, Inc.
National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) is the second
largest optical retail company (by sales) in the United States with
over 1,300 stores in 44 states and Puerto Rico. With a mission of
helping people by making quality eye care and eyewear more
affordable and accessible, the company operates five retail brands:
America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, Vision
Centers inside select Walmart stores, and Vista Opticals inside
select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases, and several
e-commerce websites, offering a variety of products and services
for customers’ eye care needs. For more information, please visit
www.nationalvision.com.
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