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St. Joseph's College of Engineering,
OPTICA STUDENT CHAPTER
Vision, Mission and Core Values
Vision
We are the leading global forum for light science and technology.
Mission
Our mission is to promote the generation, application and archiving of knowledge in optics and photonics and to disseminate this knowledge worldwide. The purposes of the Society are scientific, technical and educational. Our commitment to excellence and long-term learning is the driving force behind all its initiatives.
Since 1916, we have been the world’s leading champion for optics and photonics, uniting and educating scientists, engineers, educators, technicians and business leaders worldwide to foster and promote technical and professional development. Through our publications, events and services, we help to advance the science of light by addressing the ongoing need for shared knowledge and innovation.
Optica was founded more than 100 years ago as The Optical Society of America and has evolved into a global enterprise serving a worldwide constituency.
Core Values: i4=1
A global community united in our core values.
Innovation: The process of discovery and innovation must be built on accepted scientific methods and engineering practice.
Integrity: A transparent process to ensure that our content is of the highest quality and meets the standards of our community is essential to maintaining integrity and trust with our global membership.
Inclusivity: Innovation and discovery are better fostered in a more diverse, inclusive global scientific community.
Impact: Our work to support the global optics and photonics community must improve the environment for research and development, elevate science broadly, and tangibly benefit humanity.
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The Student Leadership Experience
The Student Leadership Experience is a programs that supports up to 200 student members from around the world. This experience occurs in conjuction with Optica's Annual Conference, Frontiers in Optics (FiO), and serves as a fantastic way for students to immerse themselves in an environment full of professional development content, networking, and fun.
Student attendees will hear from world-renowned lecturers who focus on topics such as:
Which Path To Choose - The benefits of Academia and Industry
Marketing Yourself Successfully - A discussion on highlighting yourself in a job interview and perfecting your resume
Giving The Perfect Presentation
Utilizing Science To Impact the Community
Making The Most Out Of Your Optica Membership
Leveraging Your Student Chapter To Maximize Impact
Taking The Leap From Student to Early Career Professional - strategies and guidance from those who have recently made the leap
And many, many more...
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Knowledge sharing and networking
Traveling Lecturers
Did you know that Optica has a list of nearly 1,000 professionals who are open to traveling to your university to share their expertise with you? Chapters can tap into this list and invite one (or sometimes two) lecturers each year at no cost to the chapter. That's right, Optica covers lodging and transportation for the lectures (up to $2,000) - what a benefit!
Student Leadership Experience
Each year, students are invited to attend our annual meeting, Frontiers in Optics (FiO). As part of the technical conference, students are supported with special sessions focused on professional development for career advancement. Students complete an application process, but those selected have their transportation, lodging, and conference fee covered by Optica. While this benefit is open to all student members, those affiliated with student chapters receive additional weight during the application process.
Mentor Match
Let us pair you with an early-career professional who can serve as a dedicated mentor for a period of six months. During that time, you and your mentor will build a battleplan for addressing some of your most important concerns. You can provide feedback in real-time so if your mentor pairing isn't working we'll try to rectify it if possible.