UAB Collegiate Recovery Community
The Collegiate Recovery Community is a peer-driven resource for students seeking to improve their relationship with substance use.
We offer a range of supports, services, and involvement opportunities! Whether you’re in recovery, working towards it, or simply thinking about making some changes, the CRC provides a community of like-minded individuals and a substance-free environment to study, socialize, or learn more about recovery.
Join us for our weekly All-Recovery Meeting, every Wednesday from 4:00-5:00 PM!
Connect with us on Instagram (@uabcrc)
CRC Location:
1102 12th Street South
(between the Pita Stop and Subway)
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contact: (205) 996-1612
Our Purpose
UAB CRC Vision
Students in recovery who thrive and flourish at UAB and beyond.
Purpose of CRC
College students who embrace or seek recovery from substance use and/or co-occurring disorders are better positioned to thrive with purposeful university and peer support.
Mission Statement
The UAB Collegiate Recovery Community champions a community of peers in recovery by fostering deep engagement and meaningful connection while surrounding students with holistic support.
CRC Pillars
- Deep engagement
- Meaningful connection
- Holistic support
Multi-Dimensional Support for Students
Dedicated space
Academic
Health and wellbeing
Emotional
Social
Community involvement
Health & Wellness
- Recovery Conference
- Equine-assisted wellness workshop
- Outdoor adventure day trips
- Climbing Wall workshop
- Camping Trips
Sober Social Options
- Service-based student organizations
- Family Dinners
- Sobertober Fest
- Holiday Celebrations
- Monthly social events
Community Involvement
- Public film screenings
- Recovery Walks
- Cookouts open to community
- Volunteering with community organizations
Academic Support
- Open evening study hours
- Dedicated study space
eCheckUp to Go - Alcohol Check
The Alcohol eCheckUp To Go is a brief self-assessment that will provide you with accurate and detailed information about:
- Your personal risk patterns
- Your individual level of alcohol tolerance
- Your unique family risk factors
- Harm reduction strategies
- Helpful resources
eCheckUp to Go - Marijuana Check
The Marijuana eCheckUp To Go is a brief self-assessment that will provide you with accurate and detailed information about:
- Your personal risk patterns
- Your individual level of marijuana tolerance
- Your unique family risk factors
- Harm reduction strategies
- Helpful resources
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Program Recognition
UAB Division of Student Affairs “Program of the Year 2016”.
100% of respondents indicated recovery support meetings were beneficial to their personal recovery.
