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The Student to Leadership Program, made possible through the generous support of HOYA Vision Care, provided students and apprentices with the opportunity to attend the One Vision | One Voice | One UOA Leadership Conference and connect with industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of opticianry.
If you missed this year’s opportunity, be sure to keep an eye out for applications opening in late 2026 for the next Student to Leadership cohort and take the first step toward becoming a leader in the opticianry profession.


Congratulations to the selected class of the Student to Leadership program. This accomplished group reflects the promise and future of the optical industry.
Ashley Angeles-Puriaman
Barbara Riley
Caroline Reinoso
Cheyenne Simpson
Conner Krollman
Emma Browning
Ivana Struve
Jade Jensen
Morgan Price
Myriam Joseph
Rhiannon Raymond
Zelda Mohajeri