VIDBE-Q 2026 Volume 71 Issue 1
begin your next chapter. These stories also highlight some of the amazing
programs in higher education that provide degrees and certificates in the field of
vision. There are countless more stories and universities across the country that
highlight this amazing field and profession. I encourage everyone to continue to
share your stories.
DVIDB has a lot of exciting events coming up. We encourage you to
register for the upcoming 2026 Online Pre-Conference. DVIDB members are free.
Sponsorship opportunities are available and include registration benefits. Please
click on the link for more information to register. To become a sponsor please
email Karen Koehler (kkoehler@shawnee.edu).
DVIDB is also preparing for the upcoming 2026 CEC Convention and
EXPO in Salt Late City, Utah. If you are presenting at the convention on a topic in
vision, please consider contributing an article about your presentation to the Spring
2026 convention issue. Please email me for more information
(Kathleen.Farrand@asu.edu). Also, it isn't too late to register to attend the
upcoming convention. Click on the link and register to attend this amazing
convention. DVIDB will be holding their social on Thursday, March 12, 2026,
from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Salt & Olive (270 S 300 E, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111). I
look forward to seeing many of you in Salt Lake City in March!
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