mission:
The Improving Diversity in Optometry Camp is an intensive week-long program for eligible under-represented juniors and seniors in Columbus-area high schools.
The camp will help students explore optometric careers through hands-on experiences and aims at increasing the number of African American, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American optometrists.
eligibility requirements:
Successful applicants will have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, and a math and science GPA of 3.3 or better.
financial assistance:
Tuition is $650 and most applicants will be awarded a full scholarship based on financial need.
curriculum:
I-DOC is administered by the faculty, staff, and students of The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Our expert team will serve as mentors and provide instruction in eye anatomy, eye diseases, vision, and related areas. Camp scholars will learn some basic tests that are part of an eye exam. Students will spend time learning about careers in optometry, the need for minority optometrists, and requirements for becoming an optometrist. Students will also receive white coats and shadow local optometrists and optometry students.
application materials:
- A completed on-line application, available at www.optometry.osu.edu/IDOC
- Two letters of recommendation, with at least one letter from a science or math teacher.
- A single page essay describing “Why I want to attend I-DOC”.
- Letters or recommendation, and the essay must be postmarked by May 30, 2008 and sent to:
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Vondolee Delgado-Nixon, PhD
I-DOC Program
338 West Tenth Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210-1240
(614) 247-6038
(614) 688-5832
Email: Use on-line email form
Applicants accepted to the program will be notified no later than June 15, 2008.
