Dr. Matthew Owen Howard, the Frank A. Daniels Distinguished Professor for Human Services Policy Information at the UNC School of Social Work, was a transformative scholar whose work reshaped modern social work research, mental health policy, and substance abuse studies. Born in Yakima, Washington, Howard’s early life in music, sports, and communi… Read More

Schedule:Thursday, January 17, 2013 | 1:30 PMLocation: Executive Center 4, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & MarinaPresenting Author: Eric L. Garland, PhD, LCSWAssistant Professor, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FLCo-Author: Matthew Owen Howard, PhDSchool of Social Work, University of North Carolina at Chapel HillBackgroundPrescription opioid misu… Read More

IntroductionMatthew Owen Howard, often referred to simply as Owen Howard, was a highly respected American scholar in the field of social work and addiction research. Born on July 21, 1956, and passing on December 15, 2018, Howard left a profound legacy through his extensive academic contributions, leadership roles, and dedication to advancing resea… Read More

Dr. Matthew Owen Howard, the Frank A. Daniels Distinguished Professor for Human Services Policy Information at the UNC School of Social Work, was a transformative scholar whose work reshaped modern social work research, mental health policy, and substance abuse studies. Born in Yakima, Washington, Howard’s early life in music, sports, and communi… Read More

Dr. Matthew Owen Howard, the Frank A. Daniels Distinguished Professor for Human Services Policy Information at the UNC School of Social Work, was a transformative scholar whose work reshaped modern social work research, mental health policy, and substance abuse studies. Born in Yakima, Washington, Howard’s early life in music, sports, and communi… Read More