Today! – Integrating CCI Puppy Raising with Work and Life: brown bag lunch sponsored by the Work/Life Advisory Committee

Need some puppy love? Interested in volunteer work? Try raising a miracle. Please join the Work/Life Advisory Committee for a presentation from Dr. Linda Hardesty as she shares her experiences in volunteering to raise CCI (Canine Companions for Independence®) puppies.

April 18, 2012
12:10 – 12:50 p.m.
Locations:
WSU Pullman(Lighty 403)
WSU Tri-Cities(BSEL 104)
WSU Vancouver(CL 110)
WSU Spokane(SAC 401A)

You have probably seen them on campus! These loveable pups grow into highly-trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities, a service that is free of charge.

Linda will talk about how she coordinates the challenge and joy of raising puppies while balancing her teaching and extension work; what CCI puppies do in the community; and how they are raised, trained, and matched with their new owners. She will share with you information on how you can get involved and fun stories from raising over 10 puppies.

Linda Hardesty is associate professor and extension specialist in the School of the Environment specializing in rangeland ecology. Linda has worked across the globe and taught thousands of students, but each puppy is a new adventure.