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ROC OPtica Annual Dinner Meeting 2025:

Wild World of Compound Eyes

Greg Schmidt, PhD, University of Rochester

May 13, 2025, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Arbor at the Port

1000 N River St, Suite 110, Rochester NY 14612

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TALKS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF OPTICS

480 INTERCAMPUS DRIVE ROOM 101 GOERGEN HALL, ROCHESTER, NY

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Congratulations - Recipient of the 2024-2025 Bob Novak Scholarship: Derrick Members

The Rochester Section of OPTICA is proud to announce Derrick Members as the recipient of the Bob Novak Scholarship for 2024-2025.

Derrick, a dedicated student in the Optical Systems Technology program at Monroe Community College, has taken a unique path into the field of optics. Born and raised in Rochester, New York, he attended East High School before serving in the United States Army. After completing his service, Derrick worked for several years before facing an unexpected career transition when his company relocated.

His journey into optics began when he saw Professor Alexis Vogt on television discussing the MCC Optics program. Inspired by the opportunities in the field, he researched the program and realized it was the perfect fit. Since then, Derrick has found the field both challenging and rewarding and is eager to see where his future in optics takes him.

Derrick expresses his heartfelt gratitude for the Bob Novak Scholarship, emphasizing how it provides both financial support and motivation to excel in his studies. He is committed to upholding the scholarship's academic expectations and making the committee proud. This award brings him closer to achieving his goals and advancing in the dynamic world of optics.

Congratulations, Derrick! We look forward to seeing your continued success in the field.

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