College is a time in a lot of people’s lives when they’re experimenting with a variety of things. It’s also usually the first time that some experience drinking. The college experience is so often hand in hand with drinking to excess, in a way that is neither necessary nor positive. College also has the uncanny … Continued

Binge drinking, blacking out, experimenting with drugs—it’s all considered pretty “normal” as far as the college experience goes. Some students’ GPAs suffer as a result. Some have to drop out of school. Though it might seem simple to write this off this as excessive partying and adolescent irresponsibility, where does that leave students living with … Continued

Known for its rich history, Philadelphia has boasted itself as one of the most significant cities in America. Amidst the sights of the Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall, looms an opioid and drug crisis that has gripped the inner workings of the city for years. In 2016, more than 900 people died from a drug … Continued

As the largest recovery and co-occurring collegiate program in the nation, Augsburg University has gained a large amount of traction and caused a stir in the recovery community for 20 years, defining the college experience as much more than substances and partying. When Toby Labelle, Augsburg alumni from class of 1996 came up with his vision … Continued

Amidst the stark white antebellum columns and vivid green landscapes, the University of Delaware can be highly competitive. Coined a research University, the caliber of intellectual influence can be cutthroat. Residential and Greek life can serve as the heartbeat of social life for the “Fighting Blue Hens” to de-stress from a long week. Although the … Continued