The Illinois College of Optometry Student Blog

To say optometry school can be stressful is an understatement. First year, you can have up to three exams a week, plus practicals,...

My kindergarten graduation ceremony was held in my school’s cafeteria. My classmates and I lined up in the hall, then walked in. As...

“There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called Yesterday and the other is called Tomorrow. Today is the...

Optometry school is quite the rollercoaster. At ICO, first year is the biggest hurdle. After that, anything seems possible. Students...

While an optometry student at ICO, you learn to appreciate the little things that may otherwise be taken for granted. For example: Your...