Words of Wisdom to the Class of 2020 from Your Alumni Community

As a graduate of the first SUNY Optometry class in 1975, I remember the joy and proud feelings, but also the anxiousness and wonder at the beginning of my career. Optometrists in NY at that time were not even allowed to utilize diagnostic drugs. Our main diagnostic equipment was the direct ophthalmoscope and the retinoscope. I am proud of Optometry’s advancement and achievements over the 45 years since the first graduation. Although I am retired now, I still follow the evolution of the Optometric world and practice. I wish you all the best, keep progressing and enjoy the many career paths that loom ahead!

Terry Scheid, 1975