On Friday, April 21, the doctor will be in.
Dr. Drew that is, and McArthur Court will serve as his office from 7-8:30 p.m.
The Cultural Forum and the University Health Center have banded together to bring this free event to the campus, which they hope will be at once educational and entertaining.
“My hope is that he will address social health issues and not just sexual health questions,” said Joanne Frank, director of health education at the University Health Center. Dr. Drew appeals to students because he tackles contemporary issues, according to Frank.
Dr. Drew Pinsky, of MTV’s “Loveline” fame, will begin with a 45-minute talk before fielding questions from the audience.
“It’s a great opportunity to see someone that is nationally known and who is also insightful and helpful,” said Ian Clayman, performing arts coordinator for the Cultural Forum. “Dr. Drew has an educational perspective without alienating young people.”
Dr. Drew will be appearing sans “Loveline” co-host Adam Carolla. That’s because the focus of the show is more educational and less entertainment-based, Clayman said. The two hosts were expected to attend a similar event at Oregon State University, but Carolla’s flight was canceled and Drew was forced to conduct the show solo. The event worked out great at OSU without Carolla, Clayman said, so the health center decided to take that approach for the Mac Court event.
Byron McCrae, assistant dean of student life, expects close to 2,000 students to attend on Friday. McCrae cites Dr. Drew’s knowledge of sexual health issues and his popularity among students as the reason that he is the perfect candidate for the event.
The event begins at 7:00 p.m. and is free to UO students, faculty and staff.