Dr. Marny Rivera, Justice faculty, was a panelist at the April 17 town hall meeting on underage drinking sponsored by
Volunteers of America Alaska and
Communities Mobilizing for Change on Alcohol (CMCA). The event was held at the UAA Student Union.
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Dr. Rivera presents at town hall meeting on underage drinking. |
Dr. Rivera discussed current research on underage drinking and
substance abuse trends in Alaska and nationwide. The panel included experts and professionals in the fields of youth services,
mental health/addictions, research, and prevention who addressed the
legal, health, safety, and prevention issues associated with underage
drinking. Click
here for Dr. Rivera's PowerPoint presentation.
UAA Student Union & Commuter Student Services was a co-sponsor of this event.
The event was broadcast live on
www.justin.tv under
KACNTV.