Jenny Freytag
Roane State Community College opticianry student Jenny Freytag of Wartburg was a finalist in the HOYA Student to Leadership contest.
HOYA makes and supplies lenses for eyeglasses. In partnership with the Opticians Association of America (OAA), HOYA sponsored a contest to send students to an OAA leadership conference in Orlando, Fla. on Jan. 20-21.
The contest was open to all second-year opticianry students attending the 33 schools in the National Federation of Opticianry Schools. Students were asked to prepare a presentation on the topic “How can I be a leader in the optical field.” Freytag was one of three winners.
Freytag said the conference gave her insight into new career possibilities.
“I learned there is so much more to do besides dispensing eyewear,” Freytag said. “There are so many branches you can explore. After attending the conference, I want to do something bigger or more in-depth, like community services and helping children.”
Serving others inspired Freytag to become an optician. A married mother of two, Freytag will graduate in May.
“It’s been difficult having to study around two little boys, but it has been worth it,” Freytag said. “I like to provide service to the public, and there are opportunities to serve in helping people with their eyesight, especially seniors and children.”
Michael Goggin, director of Roane State’s opticianry program, said Freytag is a “hard-working, dedicated student and a wonderful person.”
For more information about the Opticianry Program, visit www.roanestate.edu/opticianry or call (865) 354-3000 ext. 4319.
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