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Students in Recovery—Vital Members of the College Community
Students in Recovery—Vital Members of the College Community
Students in Recovery—Vital Members of the College Community
Wednesday 22nd November 2017
Sierra Castedo discusses how the Center for Students in Recovery at UT-Austin supports students maintaining sobriety within the college party culture.
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Get the buttons here!Thriving in Sobriety: College Life and Recovery with Sierra Castedo
We want them to feel like they have a home base where they are absolutely in the norm, but we also don't want them to feel like they're hidden away.
Imagine juggling the pressures of college life while staying committed to sobriety. It sounds tough, right? In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas chat with Sierra Castedo, the director of the Center for Students in Recovery (CSR) at UT-Austin. Sierra, who is in long-term recovery herself, sheds light on the unique challenges students face when trying to maintain sobriety amidst the typical college party scene.
Sierra discusses how CSR provides a safe haven and a supportive community for students in recovery or those seeking it. She shares her personal journey and the transformative role that collegiate recovery programs (CRPs) play in helping students not just survive but thrive both academically and personally. The Center for Students in Recovery at UT-Austin stands out as a beacon of hope, offering a space where students can feel at home without feeling marginalized.
Listeners will hear about the growing national recognition of CRPs and how they are becoming an essential part of college campuses. Sierra passionately talks about changing the narrative around addiction and recovery in educational settings, emphasizing that students in recovery are vital members of the college community. If you're curious about how recovery can fit into the college experience or looking for inspiration on maintaining sobriety in challenging environments, this episode is a must-listen.
Sierra's insights and experiences provide a powerful testament to the importance of supportive communities and the positive impact they can have on students' lives.