Donor Support Opens More Doors of Opportunity in Optometry at Salus University
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Donor Support Opens More Doors of Opportunity in Optometry at Salus University
One thing the COVID-19 pandemic did not spoil is charitable giving, including new philanthropic partnerships. In fact, the university’s most recent donation of $7,500 came from a new donor named Keplr Vision. The Illinois-based company immediately recognized an opportunity to help students through the Optometry Learning Experience (OLE), a program established 40 years ago by the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) at Salus.
Due to the pandemic, OLE took on a virtual format this year, attracting nearly 60 students from across the U.S. – and even Canada. Dr. Jeffrey Lewis, director of school engagement at Keplr Vision and a practicing optometrist, participated as a panelist during the three-day event. Above and beyond the donation that will be used to offset application and testing costs for students who participated in this year’s OLE program, Dr. Lewis wants to help students gain confidence in pursuing an optometric education.
