The Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) at Fayetteville Technical Community College will host a grand reopening event from 11am to 2pm in the Recovery Lounge in HOS 630.
The first 100 students to complete a scavenger hunt during the event will get a free sub.
The CRP provides a supportive space and programs for students and others on campus who are in recovery from substance abuse and other challenges such as behavioral, emotional and mental health concerns.
“This program is important for our college campus because it helps individuals find community and promotes the importance of wellness to achieve a better overall quality of life, while practicing safe healthy and holistic habits,” said Dujuan Watson, one of two Fayetteville Tech students working as peer support aides in the program.
The CRP seeks to empower students and others in recovery by providing comprehensive support services, fostering personal growth, and building a supportive community that promotes social connections and relationship building. Through various tailored recovery pathways, such as open mic events, snack and paint activities, poetry workshops, yoga, and meditation sessions, the CRP provides a variety of programs that aim to meet student’s individual needs.
“We are dedicated to promoting excellence in collegiate recovery and supporting holistic well-being for a successful and fulfilling experience,” said Richard McDonald, FTCC’s Senior Director of Support Services.
The program’s Collegiate Recovery Lounge, located in Room 630 of the Horace Sisk Building, is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There, students can socialize and engage in fun activities or relax on their own. Private group rooms are available for recovery support services and support groups.
Each weekday has a themed program focused on supporting healthy recovery:
- Mindful Mondays – Mental Health Focus: Encourage students to engage in mindfulness, self-leadership practices and prioritize mental well-being.
- Talk-it-Out Tuesdays – Group Therapy: Group therapy sessions that promote open communication and provide a safe space for students to share their experiences.
- Recovery Wednesdays – Outreach: Connect students with campus organizations and resources to expand their support networks and foster community engagement.
- Thriving Thursdays – Creative Expression: Opportunities for students to explore their emotions and experiences through various creative outlets, such as art and writing.
- Fun Fridays – Stress Management Games: Entertaining and engaging activities that help students manage stress and build connections within the recovery community.
Watson, a first-year college student who wants to become a lawyer, said she is committed to fostering “a safe and inclusive environment for those who may be struggling or need a little extra support to push forward to stay or get on the right track.”
Nigel Vincent, the other peer support aide in the CRP, is a second-year student-athlete who will graduate in May with an Associates Degree in Science. He then plans to pursue bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology.
“I desired to begin my career in the recovery field because I love the process of seeing growth,” he said of his decision to work with CRP. “To know that I played a part in helping someone improve their well-being is heartwarming.”
As a basketball player, Vincent said, he is familiar with the process of working with a team to accomplish a common goal. “In this program I am seeking to help students and staff members with their recovery process by engaging in positive healing activities, productive talking sessions, workshops, conferences and more,” he said. “I would love to connect with any students and staff on campus!”
For more information about the program, check https://www.faytechcc.edu/collegiate-recovery-program/.
