Our Mission
Founded in 1916, Optica (formerly OSA), is the leading organization for scientists, engineers, business professionals, students and others interested in the science of light. With 24,000+ members globally, Optica aims to advance the science of light through its extensive technical, scientific, and educational initiatives.
The purpose of the CREOL Chapter shall be to promote the discipline of Optics through an organized effort of study, research, and discussion. We shall disseminate the knowledge of the field of Optics to the general public and further the professional development of all our student members.

Announcements
- When?
- January 22nd @6pm
- Where?
- CREOL Room 102/103
Join us for an overview about all upcoming projects and meetings for this semester.
- When?
- February 21st @6pm
- Where?
- Lake Claire Recreational Area 4000 Central Florida Blvd
Under the Stars: Astronomy and Treats. OPTICA and WiLO will be hosting a joint social s’mores and telescope star-viewing event! Bring your own telescopes, some friends, and join us for a stellar evening.
People

Luc Therrien
OPTICA President
About Luc
- Photonics and Optics Engineering
- I'm the best person to bring to an escape room
- My interests in O+P lie in new-gen photonics-based chips

Tatiana Cutrone
OPTICA Secretary
About Tatiana
- Photonics Sciences and Optics Engineering + Physics and Mathematics minors
- I enjoy making rainbow bagels from scratch and my favorite sport is skiing!
- I am personally interested in medical applications of light and BioPhotonics

Brian Corchuelo
OPTICA Treasurer
About Brian
- Photonics Sciences and Optics Engineering
- I’m a huge fan of Motorsport and spend much of my leisure time sim racing
- My interests in O+P are in the quantum properties of light and ways to advance quantum computing