
Meet Iris, our virtual engagement officer
Our virtual engagement officer, Iris, powered by artificial intelligence, is the first of its kind and is being developed to help the SUNY College of Optometry Foundation accelerate its efforts to support our alumni, students, faculty and community.
By engaging with Iris, you’re piloting SUNY Optometry’s pioneering leadership in AI for social good and supporting an innovation that will empower nonprofits worldwide to achieve their world-changing missions.


“We’re proud to pilot this groundbreaking technology with Iris and in partnership with Givzey and Version2. As the first optometry school to use an autonomous engagement officer, we’re harnessing the power of AI to offer a new, interactive and creative way for our alumni and friends to engage with SUNY Optometry. As a concierge service, Iris can help facilitate deeper connections and philanthropy that benefits the future of optometry, our students, and most importantly, our patients.”

Dawn Rigney
Vice President for Institutional Advancement & Foundation Executive Director
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