About Optics for All

Welcome to OFA! As one of the first diversity and inclusion focused STEM clubs at the University of Arizona (formerly Women in Optics, WiO), we’re on a mission to build a college culture that helps all of our students to achieve their full potential. As a student-run club, we focus on both the retention and professional development of all students in the college, as well as the recruitment of diverse and talented future optical scientists.

The OFA board encourages you to get involved with Optics for All during your time at OSC. Even if it’s just coming to events and meetings, your unique perspective and presence help to build a college community we can all be proud of.  Our leadership positions and events are open to all students of any gender identity enrolled in optical sciences, graduate or undergraduate, who are passionate about the important role of diversity and inclusion in optics.

We also enthusiastically welcome collaboration with industry, the Tucson community, and the greater University environment.

Interested in getting involved? Fill out this quick form here and we’ll get back to you ASAP!

2024 – 2025 OFA officers

 

Alana Gonzales

PhD Student

Social Chair

alanagonzales@arizona.edu

 

Acacia Han

BS Student

Prism Week Chair

hana@arizona.edu

 

Cat Hathaway

PhD Student

Treasurer (SOCk/OFA)

 

Jaclyn John

PhD Student

Outreach Chair

jj94759@email.arizona.edu

 

Paola Luna

PhD Student

President

paolaluna@arizona.edu

 

Lily McKenna

PhD Student

Graphic Designer

lilymckenna@arizona.edu

 

Paige Sawyers

PhD Student

Event Lead Coordinator

psawyers@email.arizona.edu

OFA Faculty Advisors

 

Meredith Kupinski

Associate Professor of Optical Sciences

 

Kanu Sinha

Assistant Professor of Optical Sciences

Contact Us

You can contact the entire Optics for All board by emailing: opticsforall@optics.arizona.edu