Wertheim Foundation pledges $50 million to Berkeley Optometry

The Dr. Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Family Foundation has pledged a historic $50 million to the UC Berkeley School of Optometry. This transformational commitment constitutes the lead gift for a 10-year, $100 million investment. Click the arrow to read the campus press release.

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Welcome to Berkeley Video

Berkeley is a place where the brightest minds from across the globe come together to explore, ask questions, and improve the world. It is a place where distinguished faculty gather to educate, challenge, mentor and inspire tomorrow’s leaders.

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Why Berkeley?

Berkeley is the no. 1 public university in the world. Our students and faculty come from many places and backgrounds; together we create a vibrant and dynamic community that seeks to create a better world. Join us!

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Get Clinical Experience

Our students examine 2,500 patients by the time they graduate, among the highest in optometry. To get you ready for your first patient, we provide over 400 hours of preclinical training during your first two years.

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Student Testimonials

Facts and figures only tell part of the story. Hear what our students have to say about their experience at Berkeley Optometry. We asked them about their classes, seeing patients, and life in Berkeley.

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Vision Science

Vision is one of our most valuable senses. At Berkeley Optometry, world-renowned Vision Science faculty are exploring a rich array of research questions relating to how we see and why vision fails. The answers have the potential to change lives.

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Welcome Dr. Ruth Shoge

Dr. Ruth Shoge will join Berkeley Optometry as Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
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Celebrating Women in Optometry

Honoring the women who have shaped our school, and the field of optometry and vision science.
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2021 Ezell Fellowship Recipients

Congratulations to our Vision Science students, Young Hyun Kim and Charlotte Wang, OD, FAAO!
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Remembering Tony Adams

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former dean Dr. Tony Adams.
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Response to COVID-19

Our clinic is open and providing full eye care services and is using safety measures to keep patients safe.
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Safety Protocols

Berkeley Optometry has taken measures to keep our students, faculty, and staff healthy. Click to read more.
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