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The CU Collegiate Recovery Community (CUCRC) provides community, support and connection for students, faculty and staff in recovery or seeking recovery from a wide range of behaviors. Our mission is to help develop peer-to-peer connections, support resiliency and contribute to their overall well-being through a welcoming and supportive community.
Upcoming Community Events
The Recovery Community offers events throughout the year, including fun trivia nights, bowling and more!
What is recovery?
At the Collegiate Recovery Community (CUCRC), recovery is defined as a process of change through which people strive to improve their health, live a self-directed life and reach their full potential. This broader definition allows the CUCRC to support multiple paths to recovery, including sobriety, abstinence and moderation.
Meeting and Event Schedule
About the CUCRC
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The Samuel C. DeFord Memorial Scholarship
The Samuel C. Deford Memorial Scholarship was founded by Trish Deford in remembrance of Samuel Deford (’12), who graduated with a degree in Physics. The scholarship supports students who are in active recovery and participating in the CU Collegiate Recovery Community. Students who are pursuing science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or music majors and who display financial need will be considered. For information about the scholarship and how to apply, please email healthpromotion@colorado.edu.