Dr. Joseph Shetler sits down with Emma Brockman, a third-year optometry student at NSUOCO and President of the Oklahoma Optometric Student Association (OOSA).Emma shares what it’s like balancing clinic, coursework, and student leadership while discussing the value of professional involvement, networking, mentorship, and investing in yourself throughout optometry school.

Whether you’re considering optometry school, currently a student, or already practicing, this conversation offers an inside look at developing both clinical skills and professional leadership.Guest: Emma Brockman, OOSA President (NSUOCO Class of 2028)

Welcome to the very first episode of the Eyeconic Podcast!Host Dr. Joseph Shetler sits down with Dr. Nathan “Dr. Nate” Lighthizer, Dean of the Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry (NSUOCO), to discuss the college’s future, its new facilities, clinical expansion, and what makes NSUOCO unique.Dr. Nate reflects on his journey from faculty member to dean, the importance of student-centered education, small class sizes, board success, research opportunities, community outreach, and the vision for the next generation of optometric education.---Whether you’re a prospective student, current student, alumnus, or practicing optometrist, this episode offers an inside look at where NSUOCO is headed.Guest: Dr. Nathan “Dr. Nate” Lighthizer, Dean, Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry