2026 Calendar of Events

October 10, 2026

WIO 2026 Awards and Reception at AAO

5:30 – 7:00 PM Central Time

The Cabildo at The Louisiana State Museum

Celebrate excellence and leadership within our community during our dedicated awards presentation. We are proud to honor this year’s remarkable recipients for their outstanding dedication, innovation, and impact in the field of ophthalmology. Recognition will span several prestigious categories, including the Suzanne Véronneau-Troutman Award, Educator Award, Emerging Leader Award, Humanitarian Award, Mentorship Award, Recognition of Service Award, and Scientific Contribution Award. Join us as we lift up these inspiring trailblazers who continue to lead the way and empower aspirations across our profession!

October 29, 2026

Mentorship Program Webinar – Focus Forward: Pearls for Career Development

7:30 – 8:30 Pm Central Time

Registration is open to Mentorship Program Members Only. If you are an active member of WIO and would like to apply to join the Mentorship Program please visit us at https://wiomentorship.org/

November 12, 2026

Clinical Trials Training Program Webinar

7:00 – 8:00 PM Central Time

December 7, 2026

WIO Annual Business Meeting

6:30 – 7:00 PM Central Time

Join us for the Women in Ophthalmology (WIO) Annual Business Meeting, where we will provide a comprehensive organizational overview of our recent milestones and future initiatives. During the session, we will present and discuss the nominations slate for the 2027 Board of Directors and address questions previously submitted by our membership. Your voice and engagement are vital as we shape the future of our community—we look forward to your participation!

2027 Calendar of Events

January 4, 2027

Abstracts are NOW Open! Submit your abstract for the WIO 2027 Summer Symposium through March 3, 2027.

Review abstract guidelines: https://wioonline.org/abstract-guidelines/

January 18, 2027

WIO + OWL Reception at Hawaiian Eye

Monday, January 18th

4:00 – 5:00 PM Local Time

WIO & OWL are again hosting a joint reception at Hawaiian Eye 2027! We’re excited to offer this in-person event to members and guests of WIO and OWL who are attending the Hawaiian Eye Conference. Join us for this great opportunity to connect and meet new colleagues for some of the best networking in ophthalmology!

January 27-29, 2027

AUPO Annual Meeting

Come see us at AUPO in the exhibitor hall and learn more about what WIO has to offer!

March 1, 2027

Access to Ophthalmology Scholarship Applications are NOW Open!

The WIO Access to Ophthalmology Scholarship supports U.S. ophthalmology residents dedicated to improving eye care delivery and advancing patient-centered care in underserved communities.

Apply: AOS Scholarship Application