The Indiana University School of Optometry Foley House Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to an alumnus/a who has spent significant time dedicated to excellence in optometry, has represented the School well throughout his/her career, and has reached pre-eminent status in the field of optometry. Additionally:
- Nominee must have earned an O.D. at the IU School of Optometry.
- Nominee must demonstrate excellence in optometry.
- Nominee must be present at award ceremony.
- Current faculty and staff of Indiana University are not eligible to receive this award.
Past award winners are listed below:
Dr. Ray Applegate (2024)
Dr. Melvin Shipp (2023)
Dr. Linda Casser (2022)
Dr. Joan Exford Korb (2021)
Dr. Larry Davis (2019)
Dr. Linda Johnson (2018)
Dr. Douglas Penisten (2017)
Dr. Edward S. Bennett (2016)
Dr. Larry J. Alexander (2015)
The Indiana University School of Optometry Foley House Basement Key Award is presented to an alumnus/a who has demonstrated exceptional dedication and/or service to the IU School of Optometry. Additionally:
- Nominee must have earned an O.D. at the IU School of Optometry.
- Nominee must demonstrate exceptional service and/or dedication to the IU School of Optometry.
Past award winners are listed below:
Dr. Kyle King (2024)
Dr. David Weigel (2023)
Dr. Lilien Vogl (2022)
Dr. Monica Price-Kowaleski (2021)
Dr. Clifford Brooks (2019)
Dr. Jerry Logan (2018)
Dr. Jorge Benavente (2017)
Dr. Richard E. Meetz (2016)
Dr. Jim Hunter (2015)
Dr. Patty Henderson (2014)
Dr. Victor Malinovsky (2013)
Dr. Dennis Miller (2012)
Dr. Gerald Lowther (2011)
Dr. Stephen Schock (2010)
Dr. Marjorie Knotts (2009)
Dr. Polly Hendricks (2008)
Dr. R. Alan Roush (2007)
Dr. Linda Casser (2006)
Dr. James Wessar (2005)
Dr. Chuck Haine (2004)
Dr. Stephan VanCleve (2003)
Dr. Douglas Morrow (2002)
Dr. Jeffrey Marshall (2001)
Dr. Edwin Marshall (2000)
Dr. Robert Moses (1999)
Dr. George Rector (1998)
Dr. Jerald Strickland (1997)
Dr. Dawn Kaufman (1996)
Dr. Steven Hitzeman (1995)
Lois Selk (1994)
Dr. Daniel Gerstman (1993)
Dr. Donald Robbins (1992)
Dr. Felix Barker (1991)
Dr. Dennis Escol (1990)
Dr. John G. Ashman (1989)
Dr. R. Lewis Scott (1988)
Dr. Merrill Allen (1987)
Dr. Jack Bennett (1985)
Dr. Dennis Yamamoto (1984)
Dr. Irv Borish (1983)
Dr. Ingeborg Schmidt (1982)
Dr. Michael J. Obremskey (1981)
Dr. Gordon G. Heath (1980)
Dr. Charles R. Shick (1979)
Dr. Donald Pitts (1978)
Dr. Henry W. Hofstetter (1977)
Dr. William Baldwin (1976)
The Indiana University School of Optometry Foley House Early Career Award is presented to an alumnus/a who is early in their professional career and has achieved or showed tremendous potential in one or more of the following areas:
- Professional Engagement: Active involvement in professional organizations, volunteer work, and community service.
- Leadership Skills: Demonstrates leadership qualities and potential, such as effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
- Innovation: Demonstrates innovative approaches in the field of optometry, such as new technologies, techniques, or applications.
- Research Excellence: Outstanding contributions to the profession of optometry through original research, publications, or presentations.
Past award winners are listed below:
Dr. Chelsey Moore (2024)
Dr. Laura Suppa (2023)
