An example of how one rural library is making a tangible difference in a small rural border community by prioritizing people and harnessing existing community assets.
Catherine Wilsnack is a doctoral candidate in the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. Her dissertation is titled, “Psychosocial Health at the Intersection of Oncology and Substance Use.” Her study will help characterize how and why cancer survivors may experience an increased risk of substance use throughout the cancer continuum.
Dr. Martinez’ involvement in the peer support and recovery movement has come to resonate with him tremendously.
The long-overdue redesign of the Austin State Hospital is nearing completion.