Each CAOS Chapter is powered by a team of students who work hard to make optometry school memorable. Our chapter presidents help guide that work and serve as the main point of contact for their communities. This page gives a quick look at who they are and how to reach them for information or support.
Our Chapter Presidents
Hi! My name is Elisa Haley, and I’m a third-year optometry student at the University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science and this year’s UW CAOS Chapter President. I grew up in a small town just outside of Waterloo and completed my Biomedical Sciences degree at the University of Guelph.
I’m especially passionate about neuro-optometric rehabilitation, improving access to eye care in underserved communities, and sharing the importance of eye exams with the public.
I’m so excited to connect with more of the optometry community this year and advocate for our profession. Outside of CAOS, I enjoy going on hikes, writing poetry and spending time with friends and family. My inbox is always open if you have any questions or want to chat!
Email: president@caoswaterloo.ca
Elisa Haley
Evelyne Bérubé
Hi! I am happy to help if you are looking for any connections in Quebec:)
Email: evelyne.berube@umontreal.ca
I am the current president of the SCO CAOS Chapter! I am from Surrey, BC and went to school at the University of British Columbia. I have truly enjoyed my time in Memphis and I am learning so much about every aspect of optometry. I am particularly interested in Contact Lenses! I'm looking forward to connect with more Canadian students and build our community further together.
Email: supadhyay@sco.edu
Suragan Upadhyay
Hi! I’m Burak Hurmuzlu, a third-year optometry student at the Michigan College of Optometry and originally from Windsor, Ontario. I completed my undergraduate degree in Neuroscience at the University of Windsor, and my experiences shadowing local optometrists sparked my interest in pursuing optometry.
As President of the CAOS Chapter at MCO, I’m excited to help create a welcoming community for Canadian students at MCO and provide opportunities for us to connect and support one another. I’m looking forward to organizing events throughout the year, strengthening connections between Canadian students, and creating a club that everyone can feel a part of. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, travelling, and staying active!
Email: hurmuzb@ferris.edu
Burak Hurmuzlu
Hi everyone! I’m Michelle, and I’m excited to be serving as the Chapter President of Pacific University’s CAOS this year! I’m looking forward to connecting with everyone, building a supportive community, and making this a great year for our Canadian students. Excited for what’s ahead!
Email: mshuai@pacificu.edu
Michelle Shuai
Hi there! My name is Mya and I am a third year student at NSUCO. I am the current president of the CAOS Chapter at NSU. If you would like to connect with students, please reach out and I will be happy to coordinate events or pass along messages!
Email: aj1829@mynsu.nova.edu
Mya Johal
I am a third‑year optometry student at the Illinois College of Optometry and serve as President of the Canadian Association of Optometry Students at ICO. Originally from Toronto, Ontario, I earned my Honours Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto.
I am passionate about improving access to eye care in underserved communities and hope to help people around the world see more clearly. Through my involvement in CAOS, I am committed to supporting fellow Canadian students and fostering connections within the optometry community. Outside of my academic and leadership commitments, I enjoy baking.
Email: ssathiaseelan@eyedoc.ico.edu
Shobika Sathiaseelan
Hi everyone, we are thrilled to be serving as the CAOS Co-Presidents at NECO this academic year. We are passionate about creating a welcoming community where Canadian students can connect & find a sense of home throughout their time in school. We are looking forward to the upcoming year! Please do not hesitate to reach out to us - we’d love to hear from you!