Evidence into Action: Advancing Opioid Prevention, Intervention, and Recovery on Campus
The inaugural Collegiate Opioid Summit will convene higher education professionals, researchers, prevention specialists, and community organizations committed to reducing alcohol-related harm and strengthening support for students impacted by substance use disorders.
This unique event is designed to connect cutting-edge research with practical, actionable strategies that can be implemented on campus.
Whether you work in prevention, treatment, student wellness, recovery support, public health, or community outreach, this summit offers an opportunity to:
- Learn from leading experts
- Share innovative practices
- Build cross-sector partnerships
- Explore evidence-informed approaches
- Strengthen prevention and recovery ecosystems for students
Please visit the ICAN member page for more information on parking and logistics, as well as FAQ.
ICAN Opioid Summit
Agenda
9:30 Welcoming Remarks
9:35 – 10:35 The Opioid Landscape in Indiana: Mark Loggins, Division of Mental Health and Addiction;
Carrie Bennett, Indiana Department of Health
10:35 -10:45 Wellness Break
10:45 – 11:45 Crisis Response and Overdose Prevention: Sgt. Lance Dardeen, Mobile Crisis Assistance Team, IMPD; Overdose Lifeline
11:45 – 12:15 Lunch (Provided)
12:15 – 1:00 Lived Experience and Community Supports: Tyson Cargal, Wabash Valley Recovery Center
1:00 – 1:05 Transition
1:05 – 1:50 Building Recovery Supports on College Campus: Nicole Adams, PhD, RN, Purdue University
1:50 – 2:00 Wellness Break
2:00 – 3:00 Campus Action Planning: Assessment & Facilitated Discussion – Eric Teske, Dir. Of Health and Wellness Promotion, IU Indianapolis
3:00 – 3:15 Table Sharing
3:15 – 3:30 Closing Remarks and Next Steps