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COLLEGIATE RECOVERY PROGRAM & 

RECOVERY RESIDENCE

 

An opportunity for students in recovery to access enhanced community support while pursuing an active, on-campus life and academic experience.

The Recovery Residence at Hogan Hall is a unique residential opportunity for Saint Joseph’s students in active recovery to live in a supportive community environment, all while maintaining their academic life on Hawk Hill. This innovative effort is the first-of-its-kind in the Philadelphia region and serves as the centerpiece of Saint Joseph’s collegiate recovery program, offering support for every facet of a student’s residential experience. The residence is staffed and supported by personnel from the University’s collegiate recovery program, a collaborative effort between the Office of Counseling & Psychological Services and the Office of Student Support and Well-being, including an on-site program manager who directly supervises the residence, an alcohol and drug therapist who both counsels students and serves as clinical advisor, and a case manager who coordinates various on- and off-campus support resources for the residents. The residence encourages health and wellness in mind, body and spirit for our students in recovery.

The Benefit of Connection

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The recovery residence is the central hub of Saint Joseph’s Collegiate Recovery Program.

Residents will be uniquely positioned to enjoy the full range of resources of our recovery programming, from University-funded events and activities to expanded counseling support.

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The residence is rooted in a strong community and connection with others.

Residents will be well suited to take on student leadership positions and help to decide how to best continue to support recovery on Hawk Hill.

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The recovery residence is a 12-month, on-campus housing opportunity.

Admission to the residence is on a rolling basis and is open to all students in recovery.

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Application & Interview Process

Each prospective member of the Collegiate Recovery Program will participate in an admissions process that helps them to get to know our staff and community and learn about all that we have to offer to support their experience at SJU. The process also allows us to learn more about how our community can best support the student’s individual recovery goals.

LEARN MORE:

Interest: Current and prospective students should contact our staff at recovery@sju.edu to express interest in the Collegiate Recovery Program and/or Recovery Residence.

Application: Interested students should complete this electronic application form to help us learn more about you and your interest in the Collegiate Recovery Program or recovery residence.

Interview: Each applicant will meet with our program manager and clinical advisor for an interview to allow us to get to know your unique goals and needs. This interview will help you learn more about the program and determine if participation aligns with your goals.

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Hogan Hall

Hogan Hall is now the home of Saint Joseph's Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) and on-campus recovery residence, a first of its kind in the Philadelphia region. This learning/living community is the newest offering within the University’s comprehensive collegiate recovery program and will be staffed and supported by University personnel with deep expertise in collegiate recovery.

by the Numbers

1st

Saint Joseph’s recovery residence is first of its kind in the Philadelphia region.

21%

of people 18-21 fit the criteria for substance use disorder. (SAMSHA)

95% 

of students in collegiate recovery housing maintain their recovery. (ARHE)

14%

higher graduation rates for students in collegiate recovery housing than the national average. (Laudet)

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COLLEGIATE RECOVERY IN THE NEWS

Independence Blue Cross Foundation Announces New Funding to Support Recovery and Sobriety for College Students. Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia

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Hogan Hall Becomes Center for Students in Recovery. The Hawk Newspaper

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Collegiate Recovery Program
& Resources

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Members of our collegiate recovery program participate in a number of social and fun events to help build connection in our community.

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Allies of Recovery supports anyone affected by substance use disorder or in recovery by spreading awareness through open dialogue, providing a supportive environment and a safe zone.

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Multiple mutual aid meetings are hosted each week, including meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and All Recovery.

Campus Partners

Campus Partners

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Center for Addiction & Recovery Education

Center for Addiction & Recovery Education

CARE's work promotes understanding of addiction and seeks to reduce its impact across all layers of society through a four-part mission: education, research, public policy and enagement.

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Student Support & Well-being

Student Support & Well-being

Student Support and Well-being offers individual support, guidance and referral to helpful resources for all students during critical incidents and difficult situations.

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Office of Residence Life

Office of Residence Life

The Office of Residence Life at Saint Joseph's University strives to provide secure, academically focused housing which fosters a community of civility and respect and supports a positive living-learning environment consistent with Ignatian ideals.

Meet The Team

Aimee Della Porta
Aimee Della Porta, LCSW

Psychotherapist: Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

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610-660-1090
Taylor Moran
Taylor Moran
Recovery Program Manager: Office of Student Outreach and Support
Program Coordinator (Secondary): Office of the Dean of School of Education and Human Development
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610-660-3340