{"id":2484,"date":"2026-04-16T14:45:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T18:45:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/?p=2484"},"modified":"2026-04-16T14:45:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T18:45:54","slug":"a-vision-through-her-lens-fatimah-alfarhood-26s-path-from-psychology-to-optometry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/a-vision-through-her-lens-fatimah-alfarhood-26s-path-from-psychology-to-optometry\/","title":{"rendered":"A Vision Through Her Lens: Fatimah Alfarhood \u201926\u2019s Path from Psychology to Optometry"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Fatimah Alfarhood \u201926 has never been afraid to explore, pivot, and ultimately find her path. A psychology major at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, her journey reflects both personal determination and the power of a supportive academic community, one that has helped her shape a clear vision for her future in optometry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>As a first-generation Collegiate Science &amp; Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) and Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) college student, Alfarhood is charting new territory for her family. Pursuing higher education at this level comes with both challenges and opportunities, and she has embraced both with intention. With aspirations to earn a doctoral degree, she is driven not only by personal ambition but also by the desire to build something new, setting an example for those who will follow her.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Her academic journey wasn\u2019t linear. After high school, she enrolled at Mohawk Valley Community College, where she explored multiple majors before discovering psychology. \u201cOnce I found psychology, it really clicked for me,\u201d she said. That decision became foundational, not just for her degree, but for her long-term career goals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2485\" src=\"https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/fatimah-1024x871.jpg\" alt=\"Fatimah Alfarhood wearing a black dress and red patterned hijab holding a sign saying &quot;Norman R. McConney Jr. Award Winner&quot;\" width=\"1024\" height=\"871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/fatimah-1024x871.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/fatimah-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/fatimah.jpg 1417w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A pivotal moment came during a CSTEP-supported internship at SUNY College of Optometry in New York City. Initially unfamiliar with the field, Alfarhood approached the opportunity with curiosity. \u201cI didn\u2019t even really know what optometry was at first,\u201d she said. \u201cBut once I experienced it, I realized how much I loved it.\u201d The experience revealed a profession that blended science, patient care, and balance in a way that resonated deeply with her. \u201cIt felt like the perfect fit\u2014it gives you the chance to help people while still having that connection and balance I was looking for,\u201d she added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>That moment reshaped her trajectory. Today, she is focused on pursuing optometry school, supported by a strong academic foundation in psychology and the mentorship she\u2019s found at SUNY Poly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Programs like CSTEP and EOP have been instrumental in her success. Through CSTEP, she has accessed internships, research opportunities, and professional guidance that have helped her clarify her goals. Through EOP, she has found a consistent support system\u2014one that extends beyond academics. When she faced financial challenges, SUNY Poly Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Opportunity Programs Melissa Prest connected her with the university\u2019s Office of Institutional Advancement, which provided emergency funding for essential course materials, ensuring she could stay on track. \u201cThey\u2019ve been there for me through everything,\u201d she said of both programs. \u201cI honestly don\u2019t know what I would do without CSTEP and EOP.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Alfarhood\u2019s dedication and perseverance have also been recognized at the highest level. She was named SUNY Poly\u2019s 2026 recipient of the SUNY Norman R. McConney Jr. Award for Student Excellence\u2014an annual honor recognizing outstanding students in EOP. She recently traveled to Albany to receive this prestigious award.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Fatimah also highlighted the mentorship she\u2019s received from SUNY Poly faculty. Advisors like Dr. Rebecca Weldon have not only guided her academically, but actively advocated for her, helping her navigate course requirements, connect with faculty across disciplines, and prepare for her next steps. \u201cShe has been such a strong advocate for me,\u201d Alfarhood said. \u201cShe\u2019s always helping me figure out what I need to do next and making sure I have the opportunities I need.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>That level of personalized support is exactly what drew her to SUNY Poly. After considering larger institutions, she chose Poly for its close-knit environment and accessible faculty. \u201cHere, you really feel like the professors care about you and your future,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2486\" style=\"width: 748px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3087978045253151409-748x1024.jpg\" alt=\"SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr in Black suit with black tie, wearing glasses. Fatimah is next to him in black dress and red patterned hijab holding her award. Behind them is a SUNY system backdrop.\" width=\"748\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3087978045253151409-748x1024.jpg 748w, https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3087978045253151409-219x300.jpg 219w, https:\/\/webapp.sunypoly.edu\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3087978045253151409.jpg 1495w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fatimah and SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>For Alfarhood, SUNY Poly has been more than just a place to earn a degree, it has been a place to grow, to be supported, and to discover a meaningful path forward. With her sights set on optometry, she is carrying forward not only academic knowledge, but a deep understanding of people, something she believes will make her a better healthcare provider.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And in that sense, her journey is just beginning.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fatimah Alfarhood \u201926 has never been afraid to explore, pivot, and ultimately find her path. A psychology major at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, her journey reflects both personal determination and the power of a supportive academic community, one that has helped her shape a clear vision for her future in optometry. 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