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The National Optometric Student Association is the student branch of the National Optometric Association (NOA). The NOA was formed in 1969 and is composed of optometrists from various ethnic backgrounds. The primary objective of NOA members is to provide quality vision/health care. They also work with the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the schools and colleges of optometry to increase minority enrollment.
Dr. Edwin C. Marshall (IU School of Optometry Associate Dean for Academic Affairs) was NOA president when NOSA was established. IUNOSA exists to support and promote the advancement of minority students as they bridge the gap between undergraduate education and professional school.
Membership is open to all students enrolled in the IU School of Optometry. IUNOSA members often hold joint membership with many other optometric organizations (e.g., IUOSA, VOSH, or AOA PAC) to further the advancements of the optometric profession. Every student is welcome and encouraged to participate in IUNOSA and its projects.
 News
Projects
IUNOSA Officers
IUNOSA News
- It's never too late to join! NOSA is looking for leaders for the 2006-2007 school year. Please talk to Dr. Marshall or a NOSA member to find out how you can help.
- NOA/NOSA National Convention: July 2005, Cancun, Mexico.
NOA and local chapter travel scholarships are available for students representing IU in Cancun.
- IUNOSA Penny Wars raises $200 for optometrists affected by Hurricane Katrina (2005).
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IUNOSA Projects
- Leather Business Card Holders are now for sale for $10. See any NOSA member to purchase one!
- Spanish Exam Books available from NOSA members for $15.
- Annual Spring Cleaning Clothing Drive coming in March 2006! When you're cleaning up and packing up as this semester winds down, bring your unwanted items to the Optometry School to be donated to Back Street Missions.
- NOSA/Walmart Seminar Series: Pros and Cons: Private Practice vs. Commercial Practice (March 2005).
NOSA welcomed Doug Nore of Walmart for an interactive discussion about the pros and cons of starting practice in a private setting versus a commercial setting. The seminar was co-sponsored by NOSA and Walmart. Food and drinks were provided.
- IU Pathfinder's Programs (July 2005). Students work in conjunction with the IU School of Optometry Student Administration Office to introduce middle- and high-school students participating in IU summer programs to careers in Optometry.
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If you have questions about IUNOSA, please contact the representatives below.
| IUNOSA Officers (2006/2007 academic year) |
| Office |
Name |
Class |
E-Mail |
| Co-President |
Pamela Blade |
2009 |
pjblade@indiana.edu |
| Co-President |
Stephanie Farha |
2009 |
sfarha@indiana.edu |
| Treasurer |
Roxana De La Rosa |
2009 |
rdelaros@indiana.edu |
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