The College of Professional Programs is hosting a panel discussion about the opioid epidemic. The event runs from 10-11:30 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 30 in the PUB’s Nysether Community Room.
Keynote speaker Sarah Spier, a certified recovery coach with experience working with Medicaid to make informed drug policy decisions, has a compelling story that offers insights into the complicated world of addiction and recovery.
Several guest experts joining Spier include Francisco Velázquez, MD, Spokane County Health Officer for the Spokane Regional Health District; Sheriff John Nowels of the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office; and Tricia Hughes, senior director of EWU Counseling & Wellness Services. The discussion will be moderated by Rie Kobayashi, professor and program director for Aging Studies in the EWU School of Social Work.
Classes are welcome to attend. To discuss class sizes, or make accommodation requests, please reach out to Maria Szep at mariam@ewu.edu.
