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National Vision Awards $7,000 in Scholarships to National Optometric Student Association Members and Receives Founder’s Award at 2023 Convention
Three Standout Optometry Students Recognized for Viewpoints on Advancing Eye Health in Diverse Populations DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- National Vision,
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[{"type":"text","content":"\nThree Standout Optometry Students Recognized for Viewpoints on Advancing Eye Health in Diverse Populations\n\n\n DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nNational 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.\n\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230720341469/en/Pictured from left to right: Medina, Lopez, Chou. (Photo: Business Wire)\n“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.”\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nFirst Place ($4,000): Laura Medina, SUNY College of Optometry, Class of 2024\n\n\n\nRunner-Up ($2,000): Joanna Lopez, UC Berkeley School of Optometry, Class of 2025\n\n\n\nRunner-Up ($1,000): Christine Chou, SUNY College of Optometry, Class of 2025\n\n\n\nIn 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. ...