Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend the CUCRC?
CUCRC is open to everyone, but it is geared towards college students involved in, or looking to be involved, in the Collegiate Recovery Programs on their perspective university campuses. This is a student-run, student-driven conference that focused on supporting those in recovery and advancing knowledge and research in the field. In addition, we welcome advisors, administrators, faculty and clinicians who hope to improve upon, or create, a Collegiate Recovery Program within their campus.
Do you have to be in recovery from substance use to register for the CUCRC?
No, this conference is for both students in recovery and their allies. In recognizing that addictive disorders effect both friends and family, there are few who have not been touched in some way by the disease of addiction. We welcome students who self-identify as being in recovery from substance use, as well as a myriad of other addictive disorders, such as eating disorders, gambling, etc. In addition, many of the professionals and students attending this conference have backgrounds or are currently studying to advance both scientific knowledge and social services for those in recovery further research within the field of addictions.
Why should I attend the CUCRC?
This is an excellent place to build fellowship with other student leaders in recovery within the higher education arena. In addition, it is a great opportunity to advance your knowledge regarding specific topics about addictive disorders. For those who are not personally in recovery, CUCRC can provide a platform to learn more about addiction and how to be a supporter to someone who is in recovery.
Is there a dress code to the CUCRC?
The dress code is business casual on Saturday. Sunday will be the day to wear your university swag! Jeans and t-shirts ok... represent!
What is a Collegiate Recovery Program?
It is a community where people in recovery can participate in a safe and sober support system. These support systems provide both accountability and fellowship to students on university and college campuses across the nation. These programs have proven to be highly successful in aiding students in recovery in excelling academic; as well as, socially and professionally. The “party scene” is often a big temptation for students with predisposition to addictions. In addition, the stressors related to transitioning into a college environment, compiled with the ongoing academic stressors, can lead some students into issues with eating disorders; love, sex & belonging issues, video gaming addictions and more. Collegiate Recovery Programs provide a sober alternative and safe space for students in recovery from addictive disorders to thrive within the university environment.
Why is the development and acceleration of Collegiate Recovery Programs across the state of California, and the nation, important?
Addiction is something that doesn’t only affect one individual. It affects the friends and family of the person with the addiction, as well. Most people have been, are, or will be affected by an addictive disorder at one point or another during their life time. The stigma of addiction has prevented countless individuals from seeking help, and as a result, we have also lost countless individuals to addictions. It is important to have a safe and sober community where students with addictions are able to proceed in their healing process and maintain long-term recovery on each and every university campus in the country.
Who hosts the CUCRC?
The CUCRC is run by the student members of Healing Highlanders at University of California, Riverside, with the help and guidance of caring, intelligent, and amazing advisors.
Are Continuing Education Units being offered for professionals at this conference?
Yes, Six CEUs will be available for Registered Nurses and MFT/LSWs.
Who should attend the CUCRC?
CUCRC is open to everyone, but it is geared towards college students involved in, or looking to be involved, in the Collegiate Recovery Programs on their perspective university campuses. This is a student-run, student-driven conference that focused on supporting those in recovery and advancing knowledge and research in the field. In addition, we welcome advisors, administrators, faculty and clinicians who hope to improve upon, or create, a Collegiate Recovery Program within their campus.
Do you have to be in recovery from substance use to register for the CUCRC?
No, this conference is for both students in recovery and their allies. In recognizing that addictive disorders effect both friends and family, there are few who have not been touched in some way by the disease of addiction. We welcome students who self-identify as being in recovery from substance use, as well as a myriad of other addictive disorders, such as eating disorders, gambling, etc. In addition, many of the professionals and students attending this conference have backgrounds or are currently studying to advance both scientific knowledge and social services for those in recovery further research within the field of addictions.
Why should I attend the CUCRC?
This is an excellent place to build fellowship with other student leaders in recovery within the higher education arena. In addition, it is a great opportunity to advance your knowledge regarding specific topics about addictive disorders. For those who are not personally in recovery, CUCRC can provide a platform to learn more about addiction and how to be a supporter to someone who is in recovery.
Is there a dress code to the CUCRC?
The dress code is business casual on Saturday. Sunday will be the day to wear your university swag! Jeans and t-shirts ok... represent!
What is a Collegiate Recovery Program?
It is a community where people in recovery can participate in a safe and sober support system. These support systems provide both accountability and fellowship to students on university and college campuses across the nation. These programs have proven to be highly successful in aiding students in recovery in excelling academic; as well as, socially and professionally. The “party scene” is often a big temptation for students with predisposition to addictions. In addition, the stressors related to transitioning into a college environment, compiled with the ongoing academic stressors, can lead some students into issues with eating disorders; love, sex & belonging issues, video gaming addictions and more. Collegiate Recovery Programs provide a sober alternative and safe space for students in recovery from addictive disorders to thrive within the university environment.
Why is the development and acceleration of Collegiate Recovery Programs across the state of California, and the nation, important?
Addiction is something that doesn’t only affect one individual. It affects the friends and family of the person with the addiction, as well. Most people have been, are, or will be affected by an addictive disorder at one point or another during their life time. The stigma of addiction has prevented countless individuals from seeking help, and as a result, we have also lost countless individuals to addictions. It is important to have a safe and sober community where students with addictions are able to proceed in their healing process and maintain long-term recovery on each and every university campus in the country.
Who hosts the CUCRC?
The CUCRC is run by the student members of Healing Highlanders at University of California, Riverside, with the help and guidance of caring, intelligent, and amazing advisors.
Are Continuing Education Units being offered for professionals at this conference?
Yes, Six CEUs will be available for Registered Nurses and MFT/LSWs.