🌐💯Sober Scoop Thursday: Top Colleges for Recovery—Your Ultimate Guide to Sober Campus Life and Adventure!

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Here’s what's in store for you today:

• 📰 StepUp at Augsburg: Where Students Ace College, Conquer Addiction, and Make Sober Living the New Normal!

• 📰 Ivy League Sober Life: Brown University's Donovan Program is the Ultimate Guide to Recovery and Fun!

• 📰 Boulder’s Secret Recipe for Sobriety: Mountains, Fun, and a Whole Lot of Recovery Magic!

• 📰 Fairfield’s Collegiate Recovery Program: Where Sobriety Meets Epic Fun!

• 📰 Rutgers' Sober Superheroes: How ADAP and the Recovery House Are Turning Campus Life into a Recovery Wonderland!

🎯StepUp at Augsburg: Where Students Ace College, Conquer Addiction, and Make Sober Living the New Normal!

Imagine going to college where you can have tons of fun without alcohol! At Augsburg University in Minnesota, they have a special program called StepUp, which started way back in 1997. Even though the school is small, with about 2,500 students, they've created an amazing community for students in recovery from addiction. Over 100 students live in a sober dorm, where they can study, cook, and hang out together. They also get weekly counseling and have sober community meetings. And guess what? They don't just sit around—they have game-day parties, go on canoeing trips, and even hold a big fancy gala every year. The best part? It doesn't cost anything extra beyond regular tuition and living expenses. So, if you want to have a blast without booze, Augsburg's got your back!

Check out the Augsburg's transformative StepUP Program: Link

🎯Ivy League Sober Life: Brown University's Donovan Program is the Ultimate Guide to Recovery and Fun!

Brown University is making it cool to be sober with their Donovan Program, which has been helping students since the 1970s. This program is run by a special dean who focuses on recovery and substance-free living. There are support groups, a substance-free house, and even student-led sober social groups. So, no worries—there's fun without the hangover! The SoBear Activities Club throws awesome events like karaoke nights, arts and crafts workshops, and weekend retreats—all free!

If you're into learning, you can check out Brown's lectures and collections on addiction studies. It’s like Ivy League, but with a focus on staying sober and healthy. Brown is proving you don’t need to party to have a blast!

Check out the Donovan Program for Recovery and Substance-Free Student Initiative: Link

🎯Boulder’s Secret Recipe for Sobriety: Mountains, Fun, and a Whole Lot of Recovery Magic!

Imagine Boulder, Colorado, as the ultimate fun zone for students who want to stay sober and chill out. The University of Colorado Boulder is like a magical land where you can find all kinds of help for staying on track. They have a cool recovery community called CUCRC that’s like a superhero squad, offering everything from mental health support to group meetings.

And guess what? They even have a recovery apartment and a hangout lounge where you can just kick back and relax. When it comes to fun, they go camping in the mountains and have substance-free tailgates. Plus, the whole Boulder/Denver area is packed with outdoor adventures. The Phoenix, a recovery-and-fitness group, is based there and organizes daily activities like CrossFit, yoga, and climbing.

Check it out at CU Collegiate Recovery Community: LINK

🎯Fairfield’s Collegiate Recovery Program: Where Sobriety Meets Epic Fun!

Fairfield University’s Collegiate Recovery Program is a fantastic support system for students in recovery who want to enjoy college life to the fullest. Think of it as a superhero team with friendly, experienced counselors who help students stay sober while having a great time. The program offers recovery housing, a chill recovery lounge, and both academic and career advice to help students succeed. But the fun doesn’t stop there—students can join in on exciting activities like paintball, go-karting, and even a sober basketball team. It’s like a recovery party with endless fun and support, making Fairfield’s program a perfect place for anyone looking to balance sobriety and a lively college experience.

Check out the Collegiate Recovery Program: Link

🎯 Rutgers' Sober Superheroes: How ADAP and the Recovery House Are Turning Campus Life into a Recovery Wonderland!

Rutgers University in New Jersey has a cool program called ADAP that helps students tackle addiction. They’ve got it all: online check-ups for drug and alcohol use, and a super comfy sober dorm called the Rutgers Recovery House that’s just been spruced up to fit 40 students. Rutgers has been doing the sober thing since 1988! They offer therapy with real pros, plus fancy stuff like yoga and DBT. And it’s not just about staying clean—they also help with school and job stuff, and throw fun events like a spring break trip and sober holiday parties. So if you’re at Rutgers and want to kick addiction to the curb, they’ve got your back with a whole lot of support and fun!

Check out the Counseling, Alcohol & Other Drug Assistance Program: Link