PCO/Salus Optometry Students Volunteer Time, Hone Skills at NJ Special Olympics
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PCO/Salus Optometry Students Volunteer Time, Hone Skills at NJ Special Olympics
A group from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University recently participated in the “Opening Eyes” program for athletes who competed in the New Jersey Special Olympics, held at The College of New Jersey in Ewing Township.
Over two days, 12 students from PCO/Salus screened 268 special Olympians and provided glasses and sunglasses for 350 individuals. The event also attracted Doctor of Optometry students from the State University of New York College of Optometry and several optometrists.
Faculty member Andrew Meagher, OD ‘15, Resident ‘16, FAAO, coordinated the event for the PCO/Salus Doctor of Optometry students. Dr. Meagher is no stranger to the New Jersey Special Olympics as he initially became involved when he was a student at PCO/Salus.
Link to full story: Salus.edu/NJSpecialOlympics2022
