1. Pre-Optometry Association
September 19th, 2017
First General Meeting &
Nova Southeastern University

2. Meet Your Executive Board
Victoria Baram
President
Ben Friedman
Vice President
Rachel Rintelmann
Secretary
Jonathan Gonzalez
Treasurer
Emily Chenoweth
Media Relations

3. What’s The Mission Of POA?
The mission of the Pre-Optometry Association is to prepare students to delve into the eyes of the optometry profession, while establishing an understanding of the application process, the Optometry Admissions Test (OAT), views from the doctor’s standpoint, and opportunities to participate in volunteer activities. POA will provide a comfortable environment for students with similar interests to come together in helping people view the world with perfect clarity.

4. What is an Optometrist?
Optometrists are healthcare professionals who provide primary vision care ranging from sight testing and correction, to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vision changes.

5. Why Should You Join POA?
Gain knowledge on the entire scope of Optometry
Get involved by attending meetings, socials, and volunteer events
Earn service hours by volunteering for the Orlando and UCF community
Earn honor points throughout the semester by attending events
Wear your t-shirt to meetings and events to gain extra points!
Gain enough points to receive an honor member certificate at the end of the year
Boost your application and resume with experiences and extracurricular activities
Become eligible for an officer position for the following year

6. Previously in POA...

7. Honor Point System Meetings - 3 points Events/Socials - 5 points
Shirts - 1 point
Qualifications:
-Minimum of 25 points per semester to become an Honor member at the end of the year!
-Must be a paid member
-Attend at least one of each of the following events: volunteer, social, and fundraiser
*If you have any questions about the Honors system, contact Rachel!

8. VOSH
Vosh/International believes in the freedom to see. Providing the gift of vision and eye health to people worldwide. We facilitate the provision and the sustainability of vision care worldwide for people who can neither afford nor obtain such care. Our goal is to increase our global impact whenever possible by supporting sustainable eye clinics, optometry schools and optometric educators in areas lacking sufficient eye care. There are over 75 VOSH regional, state and school chapters worldwide working to accomplish our goals.

10. Dues 1 Semester Membership - $15 Membership with a shirt - $20
Entire Year
Membership - $20
Membership with a shirt - $25

11. T-Shirts

12. Upcoming Meetings Wednesday, October 4th @ 6:30 p.m.
Dr. Anthony Huynh - Invision Eye Care - Specializes in Low Vision Rehabilitation
Tuesday, October 6:00 p.m.
NSU’s Dr. B - Cow Eye Dissection
Wednesday, October 6:00 p.m.
University of Houston College of Optometry
Tuesday, November 6:30 p.m.
Southern College of Optometry

13. Upcoming Events Saturday, October 14th from 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Dragon Boat Festival
Saturday, October 28th from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Famous Faces Gala
Saturday, November 11th from 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dining in the Dark

14. Socials!! :)
Thursday, November 6:30 p.m.
Thanksgiving Potluck

15. Stay in Touch with Us! E-mail: ucfpreoptometry@gmail.com
Knight Connect:
Facebook Group Keywords: Pre-Optometry Association at UCF
Instagram: ucfpreoptometry

16. POA Website! Ucfpreoptometry.wordpress.com
Check out our website for updates on events, meeting dates, and powerpoints from previous meetings!

17. Please give a warm welcome to Juan from NSU!