Student Handbook

Interfaith Prayer and Meditation Room The College's interfaith prayer and meditation room (Rm #1220) is meant to serve and accommodate students of all beliefs and to support the holistic wellness of the College community. This room is accessible to the community Monday through Friday throughout the day. If the room is locked please see the Assistant to the President for access. Food Pantry In an effort to provide confidential access to free food for SUNY Optometry students who experience food insecurity, the College established a partnership with Guttman Community College (GCC) to offer our students access to GCC’s food pantry. GCC is conveniently located across Bryant Park (50 West 40th Street). SUNY Optometry students wishing to visit the food pantry must make an appointment in advance with Single Stop office staff. There are no limits on the number of visits a SUNY Optometry student may make to the food pantry, nor any questions asked regarding a student’s need for food. The Food Pantry is open on Monday through Friday from 10am-3pm by appointment only. SUNY Optometry students can call 646-313-8101, in advance, to set-up an appointment for pick-up of food items. Students must bring their SUNY Opt ID for verification. Career Counseling Established in 2012, the Career Development Center (CDC) was created to support the career needs of SUNY Optometry students, residents, and alumni. Through signature programs and events such as the Family of Mentors Program and the Annual SUNY Optometry Career Symposium, the CDC provides valuable opportunities for students and professionals to connect and build meaningful relationships that foster career growth and advancement. Additional events held throughout the academic year help participants develop professional skills and explore various practice modalities. The CDC also offers a wide range of individualized services, including career counseling, interview preparation, résumé development, and more. Students seeking career advice, planning, guidance, or resources are encouraged to contact the Director of Career Development and CSTEP Project Director:

Deborah Wang, OD Director of Career Development and CSTEP Project Director Room 1125 212-938-5505 dwang2@sunyopt.edu

Minority Enrichment Students who are underrepresented (African American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian or Alaskan Native) or economically disadvantaged based on the New York State Educational criteria

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