Students of Vision Scholarship
Introducing Students of Vision Scholarship
Brought to you by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, the Students of Vision Scholarship Program supports the next generation of opticians, optometrists and optometric assistants.
2025 STUDENTS OF VISION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Demonstrate to us how you will educate younger patients about the importance of protecting their eyes from UVA, UVB and blue-violet light in your coming role as an optical professional.
THE CHALLENGE
Demonstrate to us how you will recommend dynamic lenses to young adults.
As a future leader in the optical industry, demonstrate to us how you will inspire and educate young adults (ages 18–35) to choose dynamic lenses as part of their everyday eyewear. Today’s young adults' live life in motion - shifting constantly between screens, sunlight, and indoor lighting. They value technology that keeps up with them and products that reflect their individuality. Dynamic lenses, like Transitions® GEN S™, are designed for this generation: they adapt instantly to changing light, enhance visual comfort, and elevate personal style. But many young adults still see photochromic lenses as something "for old people". Your challenge is to change that perception.
To be eligible, you must either be currently enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year or registered for the upcoming 2026 school year.
Submit your project (or send any questions) to: StudentsofVision@Transitions.com.
* Project were submitted before November 30,2025.
* The winners were announced on February 12, 2026
THE CHALLENGE
Demonstrate to us how you will recommend dynamic lenses to young adults.
As a future leader in the optical industry, demonstrate to us how you will inspire and educate young adults (ages 18–35) to choose dynamic lenses as part of their everyday eyewear. Today’s young adults' live life in motion - shifting constantly between screens, sunlight, and indoor lighting. They value technology that keeps up with them and products that reflect their individuality. Dynamic lenses, like Transitions® GEN S™, are designed for this generation: they adapt instantly to changing light, enhance visual comfort, and elevate personal style. But many young adults still see photochromic lenses as something "for old people". Your challenge is to change that perception.
To be eligible, you must either be currently enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year or registered for the upcoming 2026 school year.
Submit your project (or send any questions) to: StudentsofVision@Transitions.com.
* Project were submitted before November 30,2025.
* The winners were announced on February 12, 2026
Download the 2025 document for more details.
2025 STUDENTS OF VISION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:
THE WINNERS ARE…
This year marked a milestone for the program, with 40 submissions - the highest number to date. Students were invited to develop a creative project demonstrating how they would inspire and educate young adults (ages 18-35) to choose dynamic lenses as part of their everyday eyewear.
Entries were evaluated based on creativity, presentation, strategic thinking, and ethics. Following a competitive review process, the top three applicants have been selected:
1st Place – Jennifer Tam, Seneca Polytechnic
Recognized for her innovative in‑office patient education concept, Jennifer developed a UV exposure model that visually demonstrates how Transitions® lenses activate and block UV light. Her project also included an interactive guide to help deepen patient understanding and support meaningful conversations.
2nd Place – Michela Mariano, Cégep de Lanaudière à L’Assomption. Michela’s project presented a modern pop‑up event experience designed to reframe Transitions® lenses as an expression of personal style. Through immersive elements—including a UV photobooth and aesthetic‑led demo walls—her concept resonated strongly with younger consumers and their desire for fashionable, tech‑driven eyewear.
3rd Place – Calista Bokinac, University of Regina. Calista proposed a social‑media‑driven idea empowering wearers to become co‑creators of the Transitions® brand. Her submission included in‑person and virtual try‑on photobooths simulating real‑life lighting scenarios, paired with a social contest to drive engagement and community participation.
Each winner will receive a scholarship valued at $2,000, $1,500, or $1,000, along with a pair of Ray‑Ban® Meta smart glasses with Transitions® lenses. The top winner will also join Canadian eyecare professionals on an exclusive trip to experience the Aurora Borealis in Whitehorse, Northwest Territories.
The program continues to highlight the importance of engaging young adults who navigate constantly changing light environments—from screens to sunlight to indoor settings. Transitions® GEN S™ lenses are developed for this lifestyle, offering ultra‑fast adaptability, visual comfort, and stylish colour options suited to individual expression
This year, Transitions®, in collaboration with the Opticians Association of Canada, will come back in fall with another program to continue supporting the optical students and their vision on the optical industry and on the eye health. Stay tuned with Transitions®.
Entries were evaluated based on creativity, presentation, strategic thinking, and ethics. Following a competitive review process, the top three applicants have been selected:
1st Place – Jennifer Tam, Seneca Polytechnic
Recognized for her innovative in‑office patient education concept, Jennifer developed a UV exposure model that visually demonstrates how Transitions® lenses activate and block UV light. Her project also included an interactive guide to help deepen patient understanding and support meaningful conversations.
2nd Place – Michela Mariano, Cégep de Lanaudière à L’Assomption. Michela’s project presented a modern pop‑up event experience designed to reframe Transitions® lenses as an expression of personal style. Through immersive elements—including a UV photobooth and aesthetic‑led demo walls—her concept resonated strongly with younger consumers and their desire for fashionable, tech‑driven eyewear.
3rd Place – Calista Bokinac, University of Regina. Calista proposed a social‑media‑driven idea empowering wearers to become co‑creators of the Transitions® brand. Her submission included in‑person and virtual try‑on photobooths simulating real‑life lighting scenarios, paired with a social contest to drive engagement and community participation.
Each winner will receive a scholarship valued at $2,000, $1,500, or $1,000, along with a pair of Ray‑Ban® Meta smart glasses with Transitions® lenses. The top winner will also join Canadian eyecare professionals on an exclusive trip to experience the Aurora Borealis in Whitehorse, Northwest Territories.
The program continues to highlight the importance of engaging young adults who navigate constantly changing light environments—from screens to sunlight to indoor settings. Transitions® GEN S™ lenses are developed for this lifestyle, offering ultra‑fast adaptability, visual comfort, and stylish colour options suited to individual expression
This year, Transitions®, in collaboration with the Opticians Association of Canada, will come back in fall with another program to continue supporting the optical students and their vision on the optical industry and on the eye health. Stay tuned with Transitions®.