Cora Frausto, originally from Bent County, began her work with The Schreiber Research Group (TSRG) through the Las Animas School District’s (LASD) Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Program (SAPIP), funded by the Colorado Trust. As a student member of the District Health Advisory Council (DHAC), Cora played a key leadership role in Red Ribbon Week and other substance use prevention initiatives.
This fall, Cora is starting her first semester at Pueblo Community College with the goal of becoming a traveling physical therapist assistant. She will also serve as a student intern with TSRG for the 2024/25 academic year.
In her role, Cora will continue to participate in substance use response efforts by assisting with various Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) funded activities. These include helping manage coalition workgroups, planning community events, and supporting a community needs assessment for the Bent County Public Health Department.