Sandbox Story - Interview of 2021 Graduates

Remember the first time you were called “Doctor”?  This Sandbox Story kicks off with the pure joy of a new grad being called “Doctor” for the first time, and then wanders through a variety of topics that help highlight the rigor of today’s Optometric education, as well as the preparation that new graduates make as they begin their careers as a Doctor of Optometry.  From student debt insights, to the power of a pre-career mentor, everyone will gain incredible insights.  The guests are 2021 graduates of the Illinois College of Optometry - Dr. Kim Fazio, and Dr. Chelsea Goodman.  

 

The Stories within the Story:

2:00  The Student Leadership Story

3:45  The Becoming a Professional Story

5:23  The Patient Care Story

6:21  The Understanding Story

7:59  The Misunderstanding Story

9:52  The Student Debt Story

12:08  The Early Career Options Story

14:53  The Low Vision Story

18:09  The Pre-Career Story

18:50  The Mentor Story

20:23  The Clinical Education Story

21:43  The Research Story

23:12  The State Laws Story

24:18  The COVID Education Story

26:44  The $275,000 Debt Story

28:00  The Work Opportunity Story

29:42  The Honesty Story

 

Runtime:  32 min