Western University Student Learning Outcome Domains

The University has adopted a set of eight outcome domains that serve to guide its academic programs in their development and ongoing quality improvement. Within each outcome domain, each academic program has developed and assesses specific ability-based outcomes appropriate to the particular degree program.

Overview of College of Optometry (CO) 2011-2012

The mission of the Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry is:

• To graduate caring, comprehensive optometrists who can enhance visual function throughout the lifespan of each unique individual, and serve the increasing public need in neuro-optometry encompassing: learning disabilities, brain injury, developmental disabilities, and the visually impaired.
• To advance scientific inquiry with particular emphasis upon studies in: neurological function; visual-spatial perception, visual-vestibular integration, visual attention, lighting, and human behavior; vision and learning; orientation and mobility in the visually impaired; and, efficacy of various treatment procedures and interventions.
• To provide health care services to the public in: primary care, pediatrics, geriatrics, low vision, vision therapy, sports vision, and neuro-optometry.

Dean: Hoppe, Elizabeth, OD,MPH, DrPH
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Accreditation information:
  American Optometric Association (AOA)

CO General statistics

• Total current enrollment: 248
• Average age: 26
• Student: Faculty Ratio: 7.8

Gender Summary

Race/Ethnicity Summary

College Enrollment Overview (2009-2012)

Future Academic Improvement Plans

• Increase faculty size
• Hire additional technical staff members for the Eye Care Center
• Disseminate assessment results and feedback loop