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T The 144 members of the Class of 2011 were welcomed into the optometric profession during this year’s commencement ceremony on May 21. The ceremony at the University of Chicago’s Rockefeller Chapel brought together distinguished alumni, faculty, staff and supporters of ICO on a memorable spring day. “We have all gathered today in this beautiful chapel, to individually recognize each graduate for the doctor of optometry degree, to honor those who have exceeded the high expectations we have for all of our graduates, and to share with you the fellowship of our faculty, staff, alumni, family, and friends,” ICO President Arol Augsburger, OD, told the standing-room-only crowd. The ceremony’s keynote speaker, former ICO President Charles F. Mullen, OD, was given the honorary degree, Doctor of Science in Optometry, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the profession of optometry. Dr. Mullen (pictured, bottom left opposite page, with Dr. Augsburger) told the assembled graduates and their families that opportunities abound right now for optometrists in the areas of patient care, clinical education and the public health sector. He particularly encouraged them to advocate on behalf of the profession as the U.S. health care landscape continues to change. “Given the aging population, uncertain optometric manpower needs and the impact of national health care reform, there is a need for broad-based strategic planning including professional, academic and corporate participation,” he told the graduates. “I encourage your active involvement at the local, state or national level in planning for your profession’s future. Board certification and continued professional competency initiatives require your support as post-graduate credentials are becoming increasingly important in the health care marketplace.” During his long and illustrious optometry career, Dr. Mullen has campaigned tirelessly for the interdisciplinary approach to clinical education and patient care, and he successfully led the initiative to certify the first American optometrists in the use of pharmaceutical agents. He served as ICO president from 1996 until 2002 and significantly raised the profile of the institution. During his tenure, externship sites increased from 9 to 144, student performance on national board examinations greatly improved, and he implemented a performance-based strategic plan that positioned ICO for future success. 20 / Summer 2011 / ICO MATTERS Congratulations To The ico class of 2011! ValediCtorian niCholas lillie “In whatever you do, follow the example of your Alma Mater and strive for pinnacles of excellence,” he said. “For in the final analysis, it is neither about financial rewards nor power, but pride in your professional and personal achievements. Character and contribution will define your success.”
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