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Addiction is a primary, chronic, neurobiologic disease with genetic, psychosocial, and environmental factors influencing its development and manifestations. Addiction is characterized by behaviors that include one or more of the following: Impaired control over drug use Compulsive use Continued use despite harm Cravings From: Graham, A.W.; Schultz, T.K.; Mayo-Smith, M.F.; Ries, R.K.; and Wilford, B.B., eds. Principles of Addiction Medicine, Third Edition. Chevy Chase, MD: American Society of Addiction Medicine, Inc., 2003.

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Recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. SAMHSA has delineated four major dimensions that support a life in recovery Healthovercoming or managing ones disease(s) or symptomsfor example, abstaining from use of alcohol, illicit drugs, and non-prescribed medications if one has an addiction problemand, for everyone in recovery, making informed, healthy choices that support physical and emotional well- being Homehaving a stable and safe place to live Purposeconducting meaningful daily activities, such as a job, school, volunteerism, family caretaking, or creative endeavors, and the independence, income, and resources to participate in society Communityhaving relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love, and hope SAMHSA's Working Definition of Recovery-2012SAMHSA's Working Definition of Recovery-2012.

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From the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA), 2007 22.9% of college students meet the medical definition for alcohol or drug abuse or dependence. (The percentage for all people 12 and older is 8.5%) Substance abuse - A pattern of using that leads to the failure to fulfill responsibilities at work, home or school and/or repeated drinking in situations in which it is physically hazardous. Substance dependence - An increase in tolerance, withdrawal syndrome, unsuccessful attempts to cut down or even quit drinking altogether, losing control of alcohol use and consistently drinking more and for longer than intended. The cardinal features of dependence are compulsion (inability to refrain from taking that drink), loss of control over alcohol (cant quit) and continued drinking no matter what the consequences. http://www.bettyfordcenter.org/treatment/doctors-office/what-is-the-difference-between-alcohol-abuse-and- dependence.php#sthash.BDboa7KA.dpuf 49% of full-time college students (3.8 million students) binge drink and/or abuse prescription and illegal drugs. Binge drinking- pattern of drinking that brings a persons blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to 0.08 grams percent or above. This typically happens when men consume 5 or more drinks, and when women consume 4 or more drinks, in about 2 hours. National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. NIAAA council approves definition of binge drinking [PDF-1.62MB]. NIAAA Newsletter 2004; No. 3, p. 3.NIAAA council approves definition of binge drinking

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Additional Data on Substance Use on College Campuses 37% of college students feared social stigma attached to substance abuse, which kept them from seeking help; only 6% of students who met clinical criteria for alcohol or drug abuse or dependence sought help. (CASA, 2007) Among people 18-22 years of age, full-time college students are twice as likely to use a stimulant for non-medical reasons in the past year compared to those who arent in college or are only part-time students. (SAMSHA, 2009b) College age youth has the highest prevalence rate of non-medical use of prescription opioids in the US. (McCabe et al, 2007)

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How Prevalent is Substance Abuse and Addiction on the University of Houston Campus? (Formula created by Texas Tech Center for the Study of Addiction and Recovery) Total number of students on your campus = 39,974 Number of students meeting criteria for substance abuse (31.6%) = 12,631 Number of students meeting criteria for substance dependence disorder (6%) = 2,398 Estimated number of students who are seeking help for their problem (4%) = 601

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How Much Money Can a Collegiate Recovery Community Save the University of Houston? (Formula created by Texas Tech Center for the Study of Addiction and Recovery) Use the following formula to estimate the potential savings a Collegiate Recovery Community on your campus could offer the college/university: Total number of students who are seeking help = 601 Estimated number of students who will remain sober for 6months after seeking help (50%) = 300 Estimated savings in direct tuition revenue for your campus over one year = $3,072,300 Fiscal 2015 Tuition and fees-$10,241

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Bridging the Gap Between Recovery and Higher Education Cougars in Recovery provides students in recovery from addiction a safe, sober environment that assists and supports them as they pursue their academic and professional goals, walk the path of recovery and participate in the diverse social opportunities available on campus. Cougars in Recovery offers incoming students a smooth transition to the university, both socially and academically; offers opportunities for positive sober social interactions; sets standards that hold recovering students accountable; provides support, guidance and opportunities to serve the community.

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Core Components of Program Safe Sober Environment Lounge accessible to members around the clock Comfortable furniture Television with game system Ping Pong table Refrigerator stocked with beverages and microwave oven Accountability Weekly Check-in Meeting to discuss : Recovery program Academics Relationships Successes Areas where support is needed

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Core Components of Program-Continued Recovery Support Eight twelve-step meetings offered each week Individual meetings with program director Celebration of Recovery Open all recovery meeting Recognizes all twelve-step programs Acknowledges milestones in recovery weekly Supports those who wish to be free Community Service Cougars in the Community-student organization Enriching the community through service and education

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Current Members of the ARHE The Association of Recovery in Higher Education Augsburg College, University of Michigan, St. Cloud State University, Ohio University, University of Texas-San Antonio, Penn State University, University of Alabama, Kennesaw State University, Mississippi State University, University of Mississippi, Virginia Commonwealth University, University of North Carolina-Charlotte, Texas Tech University, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Ohio State University, College of Saint Scholastica, Case Western Reserve University, Northern State University, University of Texas at Austin, Fairfield University, Rutgers-The State University of New Jersey, Vanderbilt University, Baylor University, Georgia Southern University, Emory University, West Virginia University, University of Vermont, University of Houston, Longwood University, University of Georgia, University of Nevada-Reno, University of Oregon, University of Colorado-Boulder, University of California-Santa Barbara, Southern Oregon University, University of California-Riverside, University of North Carolina- Wilmington, University of Texas-Dallas, University of Florida http://collegiaterecovery.org/programs

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Cougars in Recovery Accomplishments Served seventeen students in inaugural year Spring, 2014 average GPA - 3.016 Currently serving twenty-three students, nine returning members Average attendance at Celebration of Recovery is 25-30 individuals Participated in multiple presentations at various community events Participating in Generation Found, a documentary on the unique continuum of care offered to young people in recovery in Houston Established multiple community recruitment partnerships Collaborating with full UH system to support students in recovery Supporting Athletics as they establish proactive measures to hold student athletes accountable and provide education on addiction and recovery Partnering with DOS to create a reflection assignment that can be used by conduct officers to refer students to CIR

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Funding Sources for Cougars in Recovery 2013-2014 Actual 2014-2015 Projected 2014-2015 Actual 2015-2016 Projected Foundations$90,000.00$120,000.00 $165,000.00 Corporations$0.00$50,000.00 Individuals$7,250.00$10,000.00$500.00 $10,000.00 In-Kind$1,330.00$2,100.00$1,500.00 $3,500.00 Total$98,580.00$182,100.00$2,000.00 $228,500.00

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Budget for Cougars in Recovery2013-20142014-20152015-2016 PERSONNEL Program Director$27,167.00$46,572.00 Second Staff Member$0.00 $46,572.00 Fringe Benefits$6,751.30$13,205.00$26,410.00 Student Assistant(s)$0.00 TOTAL PERSONNEL$33,918.30$59,777.00$119,554.00 OPERATING EXPENSES IT Charge$0.00$100.00 Supplies$765.56$5,000.00 Printing$116.00$1,000.00 Rental Space$365.70$1,000.00 Misc/Work Orders$504.32$100.00 Admin Charges (6% of total expenses)$0.00$4,919.00 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES$1,751.58$12,119.00 Networking, Marketing and Communications Promotional and Educational Materials$0.00$5,000.00 Memberships$0.00$500.00 Conferences$0.00$5,000.00$7,000.00 Other Travel/Community Service/Study Abroad$0.00 $10,000.00 Total Networking, Marketing and Communications$0.00$10,500.00$22,500.00 STUDENT ASSISTANCE Community activities$0.00$10,000.00 Financial assistance for recovery students$0.00 $10,000.00 Housing scholarships$0.00 $9,375.00 Recovery Literature$0.00$200.00 TOTAL STUDENT ASSISTANCE$0.00$10,200.00$29,575.00 TOTAL PROGRAM BUDGET$35,669.88$92,596.00$183,748.00

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Joining CIR was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Before joining I felt a fear about being on campus. I was afraid to eat lunch in the common areas or even explore the buildings on campus. I had no idea what the University had to offer me as a student. Now, I feel as if I have a purpose and a reason to be here. As a result, my grades have improved, and I actually enjoy coming to campus. I look forward to being a part of our group's growth and helping new students on their journey through academia and recovery. UH Junior I am a part of the CIR program for the first time this upcoming semester and I am excited to be a part of such an up and coming program. I believe CIR will give me a safe environment to keep me grounded in my recovery. During the college semester it is easy for me to get so caught up in school that everything else goes out of the window. I need people in my life like John and Barbara to be there for support, healthy advising, and direction. This program offers me a chance to be away from the typical collegiate party scene and have fun in a sober environment. I look forward to the relationships I will build and the next few years to come! Go Coogs! -UH Junior Before I sobered up, I can remember walking around campus and feeling like a ghost. My college experience was virtually nonexistent. After treatment and my year-long residence in sober living, Cougars in Recovery filled the void of accountability and sense of community that sober living had previously provided. During the spring semester, and with the hiring of the Program Director John Shiflet, it was awesome to watch CIR blossom and grow. The sense of camaraderie and relief that I had expected when signing up was fulfilled! -UH Senior

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Those of us who have sons and daughters who are academically and socially capable, but who need this "extra" community support - practical and recovery-based - are forever in your debt for forging this path. We are DELIGHTED that our son has become involved. We hear constantly about what a difference your staff and the other students have made in his daily life. I so like how your emphasis is to support the recovering student, while at the same time ensuring their PLACE in the University. As I understand it, CIR is not a place and a program somehow separate and apart from University life, but rather endeavoring to be an essential part of the collegiate experience. CIR can do MUCH for the University - it's understanding of this disease; education about addictions; and a safe place to learn more. Bottom line: Recognizing that you are there fundamentally for the addict and the alcoholic, you are not set up as some kind of "rescue" situation. Rather, you are helping ordinary students, with acute but not uncommon problems, negotiate an academically and socially challenging time in one's life. You have our support in every way. UH Parent I graduated from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, VA, one of the nation's premier party schools. Upon graduation, I had 15 months sober. That 15 months was a very lonely time, as I was one of 3 kids in the whole undergrad and law school population who was sober or, at least, attending meetings. Many of my friends took time off to go to rehab or to attend to issues, only to return and recommence drinking and drug use or not come back at all. My quality of life during those 15 months was very poor. My mother actually moved up to Lexington to be with me and help me get through the last six weeks. A program like yours sure could have helped me - a sober dorm?! Seriously?! I had to live in the infirmary for 3 weeks! Oh what a blessing you are to these students, their families and those who will surely follow them. I just wanted to reach out and applaud you for your undertaking. -Member of Houston Recovery Community

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Texas Collegiate Recovery Communities in the News Houston Cougars Launch New CRC (page 9) The Ultimate Volunteer (Page 46-49) No Limits, Austin Leads the Way as The University of Texas System Unanimously Votes to Extend Collegiate Recovery to all UT Academic Institutions (page 26-32) http://www.recoverycampusdigital.com/issue3 Like Kitty Harris Says, A visionary leader at Texas Tech passes the torch-and takes up another http://www.recoverycampusdigital.com/issue2

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Responsibilities of Program Director Ensures the fulfillment of the Cougars in Recovery mission and vision Maintains relationships between the recovery program and university administration Acts as educator, counselor, group facilitator and mentor to students Structures and supervises peer to peer activities Recruits potential community members Develops program strategic plans Designs and implements program evaluation measures

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Our Pledge Empower our students to have quality, lasting Recovery through the Collegiate Recovery Community Enrich the lives of our students through Service work within the university, local, state, and national levels Nurture and encourage our students as they walk through their Spiritual journey of Recovery Provide a safe and supportive environment for our students to excel in their Academic process Create a sense of Community among our students that will last a life time