Brayden and Laura: India: August 2010

We just returned from Bihar India with a group called Unite for Sight to volunteer at the AB Eye Institute in March 2010. Unite for Sight is a non-profit organization that aims to prevent blindness by applying best practices for health care. This program works with local ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide eye exams, eye surgery, and outreach to poverty stricken communities in developing countries like Ghana, India, and Honduras. While abroad, we screened patients for cataracts, glaucoma, and other eye diseases. We participated in sight restoring cataract surgeries. Thanks to the support of SO many people, we have raised more than $3200 to support 64 cataract surgeries! This blog is meant to keep all those who have contributed to this effort informed and help them see where their donations are going.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Volunteer fair at the Universtiy of Utah

Today I represented Unite for Sight at a volunteer fair at the University of Utah. I talked to lots of students about the volunteer opportunity and experience that Unite for Sight offers at many locations around the world. I spent about 4 hours recruiting students and had a lot of success! I am hoping to set up an information session later this semester where I will present a powerpoint on my own volunteer experience and give more information about the application and training process for future volunteers.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Still going!

Hey everyone, it's been a while since we've written. A LOT has happened since we returned home from Bihar. Brayden is still working on data collection for his research project and has since added two additional researchers to his team to help finish collecting data. Brayden has taken both the Optometry Admissions Test as well as the MCAT with great results. He is working on starting his applications to schools. Additionally, he has applied for spring graduation and can't wait to finish his bachelors degree!

Late in July, the CEO of Unite for Sight asked Brayden to continue working for the organization as the first campus representative at the University of Utah. He accepted and is excited to get to work. Check out his bio on the link below:

http://www.uniteforsight.org/campus-representatives/#uutah

Last the best, we are happy to announce that we are goin to have a BABY! We are so excited for the upcoming adventure! Stay tuned!