Alumni Spotlight

Dr. Robert Easton Jr. earned his Associates degree at BC. After BC he went on to the University of Central Florida for his BS in Chemistry and then to the University of Houston where he acquired his Doctor of Optometry. Bob’s authority and leadership in his profession have been acknowledged with his election as chair and president and senior roles of numerous prestigious state and national professional associations and boards. Governors Bush and DeSantis have appointed him repeatedly to the State Board of Optometry. He is a proud alumnus of Broward College which jump started his abilities in the physical sciences and gave him the foundation to excel in his future education and training. Due to his many accomplishments and commitment to the community and professional endeavors, he was recognized as a Broward College Hall of Distinction Alumni Honoree in 2012.