
Statement of Purpose:
The Optica student chapter provides its members with professional networking, career development and technical programming. The chapter works to raise awareness of optics and photonics through participation in events at The Ohio State University and in the local community through youth education outreach activities such as science fairs, lab tours and classroom demonstrations. Meetings are hosted by graduate students to discuss current progress and trends in the field of optical science.
Connect With Us:
- Optica Student Chapter Facebook
- Optica Student Chapter Instagram
- Optica Student Chapter Twitter
- Optica Student Chapter LinkedIn
Chapter Highlights & Upcoming Events:
Stay connected with the Optica Student Chapter’s activities throughout the year. From hands-on workshops and seminars to national lab tours and outreach, our members are actively engaged in promoting optics and photonics at Ohio State.
- View Our 2024–2025 Year in Review
Explore photos and recaps from this year’s events, including lab visits, technical talks, and outreach workshops. - Check the IOS Events Calendar
Find upcoming talks, meetings, and chapter-hosted activities throughout the academic year.
Leadership Roster:
- President:

Dina Eissa (eissa.8)
- Vice President:
Pushkar Shirahatti (shirahatti.5)
- Treasurer:
Shramana Bera
- Secretary:

Michael HIll
- Meeting Coordinator / Event Planning:

Katherine Indyk
- Social Media:
Santana Garcia
Additional Questions?
Email Jessi Middleton (middleton.85@osu.edu) - Inst for Optical Science Admin
