Alumni News

Kristopher Hubbard, OD '09, has published a new children's book called Iggie's Telescope . "It's exciting to see the completion of this book," Dr. Hubbard said. The story focuses on Iggie the eyeball as he works diligently to buy his first telescope. "The story will inspire and show children that hard work pays off, while educating them on the importance of protecting their eyes," Dr. Hubbard noted. The full color children's paperback would serve as a good bedtime story and... Read More

One year to the day after her graduation, Jessica Ellis, OD '10, married attorney Jeremy Durham in Brentwood, Tennessee. Their April 30th wedding was attended by a significant number of Dr. Durham's 2010 classmates as they celebrated a marriage and their one-year class reunion. Alumni from the Class of 2010 pictured include: First row: Drs. Katy Falk, Jessica (Ellis) Durham, Amanda (Nadolski) Walls, Dee (Horn) Jordan, Erica Musgrove Second row: Drs. Peter Thayer,... Read More

Southern College of Optometry is saddened to note the passing of one of the institution's most dedicated and loyal alumni, Joseph F. Wiggins, OD '51. Dr. Wiggins, 84, of Henderson, North Carolina, died Tuesday, July 26, 2011. The Joseph F. Wiggins Student Center at SCO bears his name, honoring his dedication to his alma mater and recognizing his significantly generous financial support of optometric education. "Dr. Wiggins truly cared about making a difference in optometry," said... Read More

Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour recently appointed Frank Evans, OD '76, to the Mississippi State Board of Optometry. His term will expire in 2013. Dr. Evans is a native of Water Valley, Mississippi. He has served as a member of the Board of Directors and as President of the Mississippi Optometric Association. He is in private practice in Calhoun City. Read More

The late Fredric M. Rosemore, OD '48, was among SCO's most committed alumni in giving his time and generosity to support SCO's programs, including scholarships. Other alumni in his family have continued his tradition of working to benefit others, including his daughter, Martha Rosemore Morrow, OD '74, as well as several grandchildren who also became optometrists. A decorated World War II veteran who was held as a Prisoner of War, Dr. Rosemore was very patriotic and proud of his... Read More