​Do you know a woman in the optical industry who deserves to be celebrated? Vision Monday is now accepting nominations for its annual Most Influential Women in Optical special report, with planned coverage in the March 2026 issue.
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Submit your nomination today to honor their contributions! Nominations close: 12/8/25

Made for today’s frames and fashions.
The subtle golden hue in ZEISS DuraVision Gold UV looks great with today’s trending frames—especially with frame designs in gold, brown, and black. Patients love how this shade enhances their hair color and skin tones. Whether paired with clear or tinted lenses, your customers will enjoy their visually stunning, highly functional eyewear.
Experience the difference with ZEISS DuraVision Gold UV.

• Very smudge-resistant and easy to clean
• Exceptional durability
• Crystal-clear clarity
• Tailored for modern frames and sophisticated style

Safety: A Wolverine Tradition
Every year, thousands of eye injuries occur on job sites, in factories, in construction zones, and in home workshops. Many of those injuries, from flying debris to chemical splashes and dust, can be prevented by wearing appropriate protective eyewear that meets safety standards. Yet compliance is a persistent problem, in part because many standard-issue safety glasses are bulky, uncomfortable, or unattractive. Wolverine, a company with more than 135 years in business, positions itself as an alternative. The brand, long associated with durable footwear and workwear, now offers safety frames designed to meet industrial requirements while looking and feeling like everyday eyewear.

Dear Members,
EyeMed Vision Care® and The Vision Council Foundation are expanding their interactive vision curriculum series with the launch of The Great Eye Check Quest, the third kit in the program and we want to make sure you have access to this incredible resource. 

Research shows that one in four school-age children has an undiagnosed vision problem that can affect learning and development. By combining interactive education with practical tips, the curriculum series, including The Great Eye Check Quest, aims to raise awareness among children and families about the importance of regular eye exams and everyday eye health.​

To download The Great Eye Check Quest, or request free printed versions, visit eyemedvisionkits.com.

Federal Section 232 Investigation from 9/26/25 Open for Comments for Opticians to discuss approval or opposition of Tariff increases on imported Medical Devices (which may include eyewear) into the US. Tariff increases could increase cost as much as 25-50%, however the idea being is that this would force more medical devise production in the US (cons and pros).

These tariffs would be in addition to the existing tariffs currently in place. The OAAK does not make a stance on the matter, but we wish to provide you with the information to comment on your views. The time to comment is very short!! You must comment by this Friday 10/10/25 and you can view the regulation proposal at:
www.regulations.gov and look up BIS-2025-0258.
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Please share with anyone in the industry and to comment anonymously please email the NO LATER than 10/10/25 to Paul Holman at [email protected]

The UOA at VEW 2025 launched their new website with a strong focus on state certification and licensure, along with legal advocacy for the Optician Profession and also launched the new UOA state society members which includes the OAAK. Additionally, OAAK's own President, Paul Holman is now voluntarily serving as Policy Analysis Consultant on the Government Affairs Committee for the UOA to help monitor and create open awareness for legal advocacy for the profession. Visit https://opticians.quorum.us/ today to explore the new features and remember every OAAK member automatically has UOA membership as part of your membership! Not a member? Click on Membership today and become a OAAK and UOA member for these and so many other benefits!

The UOA held its first member only meeting 8/27/25 for OAAK members and the topics covered were:

-The UOA is exploring Corporate Sponsorship for the future to help support the organization and all its members

-UOA Logo and Pin branding to become available down the road for UOA members!

-The UOA is looking for UOA members individuals (this includes all OAAK members!) to submit their interest in serving on one of three committees: Marketing, Members and Government Affairs
If you are interested in serving in one if these three committees, please email Paul at [email protected] so I can submit your request to the UOA. I encourage all OAAK members with interest to serve on these national committees and make an impact on your profession!

-The UOA is working to develop high school develop programs for states to help bring the next generation into our profession and working to develop an educational online course for its members. Interested in being in the "know" and making a difference in your profession? Become a OAAK member today for this and many other benefits!!

1. Our Partner State Association, Oregon invites all OAAK members to join them on 9/7/25 from 11-1pm for 2 ABO Credits!! want to join this event? Become a member today for the link to this event!

2. Our partnership with SECO and the NAO brings to you an ALL-DAY event offering SIX ABO and NCLE Credits!! 9/27/25 from 5-12:30pm, please remember for this event you can register and attend as much or as little of the full day’s events as you wish to, or are able. want to join this event? Become a member today for the link to this event!

3. Mark your calendars for the OAAK Virtual CEC Event for 1 ABO Credit that the partner State Association of Oregon will join as well! On the topic of: Sports Eyewear for your Pediatric Patient on Sunday 9/28/25 from 11-12pm. (Please join the Zoom call no later than 10:45am for roll call) ALL OAAK Members received the Zoom link to join the Virtual CEC class, want to join this event? Become a member today for the link to this event!

Starting again in Fall 2025, UUniversity™ will host "Acing the ABO,” a free 7-week live ABO exam prep course presented by nationally acclaimed instructor, Andrew Bruce, LDO, ABOM, NCLEM, FCLSA. Andrew’s highly popular ABO prep course is valued at $350, but we're offering it to UUniversity members absolutely FREE!!  ​