These programs have proven highly successful; their students have emerged as vibrant campus leaders, typically achieving higher average GPAs than their campus peers. We apply best practice strategies that assist students in developing the behaviors and skills necessary to allow them to succeed academically, personally and professionally while in recovery and offers:
The Recovery Resource Center (RRC), housed in the Center for Health and Wellness Innovation at Eastman Hall, provides a safe space and supportive community for students in recovery or seeking recovery from a substance use disorder. Participation at the RRC is completely voluntary and there is no barrier to entry. Students at any stage of recovery and at any point in their academic journeys are welcome.
Come hang out at RRC during our open hours, come to a support group meeting, attend a sober social event or just get in the loop about volunteer opportunities and upcoming activities. Recovery works and can be part of a genuine college experience.
Eastman Hall Room 103
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
After-hours access available to members only.
The Recovery Resource Center (RRC) is open to all students, called newcomers. If you would like membership status you must sign an RRC commitment agreement and complete an online application.
Benefits of membership include extended access to the RRC, scholarship opportunities, sober social events on and off campus, access to coffee/snacks, printing, honor cords, and recovery medallions.
St. Cloud State students wanting to live on campus must first apply for housing. Students must then apply to become a member of the Recovery Resource Center and indicate they are interested in the on-campus Recovery Roommate Matching program. Students will then set up a time to meet with the Recovery Coordinator to get to know each other and discuss guidelines and expectations. In the weeks leading up to the semester, students will be matched based on preferences and interests.
Students Taking Action in Recovery and Service (S.T.A.R.S.) is our student organization. S.T.A.R.S. offers hope, self-advocacy, education, and guides students to make responsible choices that support their academic endeavors and their recovery and wellness plans. This organization is inclusive to all students.
All students interested in recovery, wellness and success are encouraged to join. We meet once a week to discuss service opportunities and advocacy initiatives. In addition, we plan and host many social opportunities for members and the community at large. This is a great opportunity to get involved and be active in recovery.
All meetings are student-ran and student-led. Students & community members can access the All Recovery and AA meetings!
Please reach out to recovery@stcloudstate.edu for the passwords.
The work we do would not be possible without the generous support of the many individuals, families, foundations and companies.
To support the mission of our program, consider making a tax-deductible donation. Be sure to select "Other Fund" in the Fund Designation tab and type in "SCSU Recovery Community Fund."
Recovery Community
Email: recovery@stcloudstate.edu
Department of Residential Life
Phone: (320) 308-2166
Email: reslife@stcloudstate.edu
Admissions
Phone: (320) 308-3981
Website: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/scsu4u/admissions
The Recovery Resource Center sends out quarterly newsletters with student testimony, updates, and happenings within the Recovery Community at St. Cloud State University. Check out the past editions!
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