SEATTLE—Plans are underway for the annual Varilux Optometry Super Bowl competition (this year is Super Bowl XVII) and reception for optometry students, sponsored by Essilor. The event will be held at 7:30 Thursday night, June 26, during next month’s Optometry’s Meeting here.

During the Super Bowl, students from optometry schools and colleges around the country compete to answer questions quickly and accurately. The first-place winner receives a $1,000 grand prize and crystal trophy; second- and third-place winners receive $750 and $500, respectively.