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Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Kristin White ‘13
Dr. Kristin White ‘13 shares her journey from NECO student to Community Health Center Director. She credits her experience during clinic rotations within community health centers as the catalyst for her career in community health and advocacy.
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NECO Researches the Advancement in Assistive Technology
The Low Vision Lab at NECO leads a research study that focuses on the accessibility of visual assistive applications for people living with low vision and other vision impairments.

NECO Makes Impact at AAO’s Annual Meeting
The American Academy of Optometry’s annual meeting was held in San Diego, California this year to record-breaking crowds. Our NECO faculty members stood out as leaders during the industry meeting as they presented over 20 lectures and poster presentations, were honored with several industry awards, chaired special interest groups, and even completed an inaugural leadership academy during AAO’s centennial event.

Connecting Eye and Health Care Around the World
For the past several years, NECO students have partnered with peers from Wenzhou Medical University (WMU) and SUNY Optometry to participate in the Global Health Leadership Development Program.
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NECO Highlights Massachusetts’ Strength in Eye Care
Massachusetts Community Health Centers and NECO celebrate 50 years of providing eye care for all

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Sarah Y. Connolly ‘12
Dr. Sarah Y. Connolly ‘12 shares her journey from NECO to her current position as Senior Medical Science Liaison for Regenxbio. She highlights all the milestones from NECO, clinical practice, and now as an industry professional.
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NECO Hosts Second Industry Collaborative
Industry leaders, educators, and students collaborate to improve the future of eye care.

NECO Honors Community Health Center Partners, Faculty, and Student
As part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of NECO and Community Health Center partnerships, we will be honoring NECO faculty, students, and community members for their dedication and perseverance in providing eye care for all.

Community Health Centers 50th Anniversary Celebration
NECO celebrates the First 50 Years of Partnerships with Community Health Centers in delivering healthcare for all. In cooperation with the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers.

NECO Announces Industry Collaborative
Industry leaders, educators, and students collaborate to improve the future of eye care.