a m e SSaGe from dean bonanno Dear IUSO Alumni and Friends, Welcome to the inaugural issue of INSIGHT. We’re excited to launch this new platform for school news, profiles of alumni and donors who are positively impacting the Indiana University School of Optometry and the field of optometry, upcoming events and programs, alumni and faculty milestones, and much more. I’m also pleased to share that our dedicated volunteers on the IUSO Optometry Alumni Board will work closely with our staff to produce timely and engaging content in the fall and spring of each year. This publication is one of the many offerings IUSO and its Alumni Board provide to alumni and friends throughout the year. Participating in receptions at major conferences, continuing education programs, special events, and Big 10 sports outings are just some of the ways to stay involved with classmates, colleagues, and the daily life of the school. This fall, our eGrand Rounds publication made its debut. Edited by Dr. Victor Malinovsky, these case studies give readers access to the cutting-edge research and clinical practice expertise that make IUSO a leader in optometric education. Another great example of how we can best partner with alumni, friends, and volunteers is the launch of the new IUSO Alumni Scholarship. Without scholarships, IUSO—and optometry in general—will not attract the best applicants. These smart and ambitious young people are the future of the profession as well as your future colleagues, associates, partners, and practice purchasers. Establishing scholarships strengthens the field of optometry and maintains the high quality expected of an IUSO education. I hope you enjoy this first issue of INSIGHT. It’s filled with some of the proudest moments our alumni, faculty, and friends experienced this year. If you know of an alumnus/alumna or friend we should profile or have news you would like to share, please contact us at goiuso@indiana.edu. Best Wishes, Joseph A. Bonanno, OD, PhD, FAAO Dean INSIGHT FALL 2013 NewsLetter 2 n e w S l e T T e r fa l l 2 0 1 3