About Substance Use Research and Community Initiatives

The Center for Substance Use Research and Community Initiatives (SURCI) is establishing our University as a leading academic institution for addictions research and community interventions to address substance misuse.

Students in class

Faculty Affiliates

  • Community Education and Training Team (CET)
  • Academy of Innovative Addictions Education (AIAE)
  • Data Analytics and Support Team (DAS)

Leadership Team 

  • Dane Minnick - SURCI Director
  • Jean Marie Place - Director of Community Research and Administration
  • Jonel Thaller - Director of Community Engagement
  • Munni Begum - Director of Data Analytics

Student Project

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