Earl L. Smith III, University of Houston (IMAGE) University of Houston Caption Earl Smith, dean of the UH College of Optometry, is the 2010 recipient of the Charles F. Prentice Medal, the highest distinction from the American Academy of Optometry. Credit University of Houston Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.