UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry

06/01/2026

⭐UIWRSO Student Spotlight⭐

Roxanne Attaran completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Davis. She is in her 4th year of the Doctor of Optometry Program at the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry.

Roxanne shines as a compassionate and skilled clinician, especially in pediatric care, where she creates a positive and trusting environment for her patients.

A dedicated leader, she serves as President of the Student Government Association and as a Trustee for the American Academy of Optometry (AAO), advocating for her peers and strengthening the optometry community.

Roxanne truly exemplifies leadership, service, and clinical excellence—we’re excited to see her future in optometry!

Congratulations, Roxanne Attaran!! 🎉

05/29/2026

RSO in Guatemala serving for a mission trip

Being part of the RSO family gives you the opportunity to provide eye exams to communities who need them the most!

"Serving communities in Guatemala one eye exam at a time. We’re grateful to be part of something meaningful"

Photos and quote by Julianna Xhaferi, Class of 2027

05/20/2026

05/15/2026

Unveiling the new logo at UIW Eye Institute

05/14/2026

🥼 Class of 2028 Clinical Induction Ceremony

Congratulations to the Class of 2028 for getting their white coats! We are so excited to see what you can do in clinic 🤓

05/09/2026

Residency Placements 🤓

Congratulations to our UIWRSO alum and grads who matched into residency programs! 🎊

We wish you luck as you continue to grow your expertise in optometric care!

Nehemiah Bodoraya - Class of 2026 🎓
Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation
The Optometry Center for Vision Therapy

Moneeb Ullah - Class of 2026 🎓
Ocular Disease
Waco VA Medical Center

Sadeah Wolfe - Class of 2026 🎓
Pediatric Optometry and Vision Therapy & Vision Rehabilitation
UIW Eye Institute

Lauren Franklin - Class of 2026 🎓
Primary Care - Ocular Disease
UIW Eye Institute

Olivia Garcia - Class of 2026 🎓
Primary Care - Ocular Disease
UIW Eye Institute

Kayla Martinez - Class of 2026 🎓
Ocular Disease
Harlingen VA Medical Center

Angela Hembree - Class of 2026 🎓
Ocular Disease
University of Houston Community Eye Clinic - Fort Worth

Dorin Huq - Class of 2026 🎓
Pediatric Optometry and Vision Therapy & Vision Rehabilitation
Bowersox Vision Center

Mary Yvonne Faye Lising - Class of 2026 🎓
Ocular Disease
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

Elizabeth Pham - Class of 2026 🎓
Ocular, Refractive & Ocular Surgery, and Cornea & Contact Lenses
Newsom Eye

Ashton Thephaphine - Class of 2026 🎓
Primary Care - Ocular Disease
Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center

Melina Moreno - Class of 2025 🎓
Primary Care - Ocular Disease
Northern Navajo Medical Center

05/07/2026

Congratulations, Jenny Terrell-Feenstra, OD, FAAO recipient of the Educator of the Year at the 126th TOA Annual Summit. ⭐️

Her passion for teaching and commitment to excellence continue to inspire students and colleagues alike. We are incredibly proud of Dr. Terrell-Feenstra and her incredible achievement! 💐

Congratulations, Jenny Terrell-Feenstra, OD, FAAO recipient of the Educator of the Year at the 126th TOA Annual Summit. bit.ly/toaawards2026

05/06/2026

Dr. M. Lourdes Alarcón Fortepiani named a 2026 Fellow of the American Physiological Society

Big congratulations to Dr. Fortepiani for being designated as a Fellow by American Physiological Society!

It is such an honor to have her as a health professional and educator here at RSO! We are very proud of Dr. Fortepiani and her well-deserved recognition!