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Olivia Bass began her journey at NECO in the Fall of 2016 and through her hard work and dedication she received the highest score among all NECO students on the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) Part 1 exam.

Moving to a new city, starting on a new path for a future career, and meeting all kinds of people…it’s a little daunting, to say the least.

Lenna Walker, OD, shares her experiences pursuing the Ocular Disease/Cornea and Contact Lens Residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston.

Struggling to find a career path during my first year of college was scary.

I can finally relax again and enjoy the rest of my holidays in Boston!

Applying to optometry school will be one the most exciting times of your life. All of the experiences that have shaped you into the person you are today will be put into words, and you want to make sure that you show your best possible self.

Happy October! School is in full swing, students are getting used to the new academic year, and the fourth year externs are on the path to a new rotation site.

New England College of Optometry (NECO) was the first optometry school where I interviewed.

I am often asked the question, “Why optometry?” by my friends and patients.

I’ve reached many academic milestones since I began my OD degree at NECO three and a half years ago. Every month I’ve spent at NECO has come with unique challenges and personal achievements. My most recent milestone was finally writing my Canadian Optometry Board Examination.