The Illinois College of Optometry Student Blog

Thinking about applying to optometry school? Already applied and trying to make your final decision about where to go? It can definitely...

I love being an ICO blogger for many reasons. One of the biggest privileges has been the unexpected recognition and ice breaking ability...

The first quarter of optometry school is definitely an experience I don’t think I will ever forget. It was a mix of every emotion you can...

The first round of lectures has begun for the graduating class of 2022! I am an ICO first year coming to Chicago from Nashville,...

Being back in ICO as a 4th year can be tiring. Between being in clinic (always!), preparing for clinic, sending out resumes, and figuring...