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New England College of Optometry (NECO) celebrated the Class of 2025 on May 18, 2025 during its 131^st Commencement Exercises at Boston’s renowned Symphony Hall.

BOSTON, MA — The Board of Trustees at New England College of Optometry (NECO) is pleased to announce the distinguished honorees for its 131st Commencement Exercises, which will take place on May 18, 2025, at Boston’s renowned Symphony Hall.

BOSTON, MA – April 23, 2025 –The New England College of Optometry (NECO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lindsay Allen as Director of Development and Alumni Relations.

Boston, MA — April 23, 2025 —New England College of Optometry (NECO) proudly announces the launch of its 2025–2030 strategic plan, The Future InSight, a forward-thinking roadmap designed to revolutionize optometric education, clinical training, research, and institutional sustainability. The comprehensive plan is now available online.

Boston, MA—[March 31, 2025] New England College of Optometry (NECO) has announced plans to endow a scholarship to honor Maureen Hanley, OD, Class of 1981. This cherished faculty member dedicated more than four decades to shaping the future of optometry before her passing on March 8, 2025, at the age of 69.

Canadian students from NECO and MCPHS came together in Boston to watch NextGen OD’s annual “Future Focus” conference simulcast from Ontario.

Boston, MA – [March 13, 2025] New England College of Optometry (NECO) mourns the passing of Maureen Hanley, OD, Class of 1981, a cherished faculty member who dedicated more than four decades to shaping the future of optometry. Dr. Hanley passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 69.

Boston, MA [December 12, 2024] New England College of Optometry (NECO), a leader in optometric education and innovation, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Relativ to pilot a groundbreaking AI-driven simulation program designed to empower optometry students with critical salary negotiation skills as they prepare to enter the workforce.

Alcon welcomed a select number of third and fourth year optometry students to attend Alcon Experience Academy (AEA) at their Global Headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas. Learn more about this unique educational experience.