Oregon State University is committed to maintaining an educational environment and workplace free from substances and alcohol.
The university supports programs for the prevention of abuse of alcohol and controlled substances by university students and employees, as well as assistance programs for those with problems related to controlled substance use. We strive to educate the campus community about responsible alcohol and other drug use.
Jay VanDenBogaard, LPC, CADC III, BC-TMH
Substance Use Clinician | Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator
Student Health Services
Phone: 541-737-9355
Alcohol Resources
On-campus resources
Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program
Health Promotion: 740 SW 15th Street (Corner of Western and 15th)
Jay VanDenBogaard, Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator
Contact by Email
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
Fifth Floor, Snell Hall
Phone: (541) 737-2131
Substance Use Services
Student Health Services
Phone: (541) 737-9355
Off-campus resources
Statewide/regional
Alcohol and Drug Helpline: (800) 923-HELP
Alcoholics Anonymous
(Linn and Benton counties)
- Corvallis/Albany: (541) 967-6243
- Lebanon: (541) 259-2028
- Sweet Home: (541) 367-5075
Corvallis
Benton County Health Services - Behavioral Health
(541) 766-6835
Internet resources
Recovery
Recovery through the Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program
College is a place to live and learn independently.
College is a place to live and learn independently. For some students, the transition may involve high-risk drinking or other substance use. Some students decide to abstain from substance use. Reasons may include harm reduction goals, health and wellness, or even recovering from a substance use disorder. Still others, start college life already committed to long-term recovery. There can often be a general lack of understanding about substance use, harm reduction or recovery among college students that can be stigmatizing. The Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) aims to provide an open environment that works to actively and deliberately increase awareness and decrease stigma, while promoting help-seeking for students at OSU who are seeking recovery support, harm reduction, or struggling with substance use and its potential barriers to academic, social, mental, physical, cultural, spiritual and overall well-being. If you are a student on our campus with questions or looking for support please contact us.
We are here for you.
Join the Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP)
Interested in becoming a Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program member?
History
In 2013, Oregon State took steps toward meeting the needs of students in recovery from substance use disorders by launching a Collegiate Recovery Program funded in part by Pepsi through the OSU Beverage Partnership.
The Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program provides an opportunity for students to enjoy a social life with additional support in a recovery-first environment. In 2016, the program expanded to include a donor-funded Recovery Living Community in partnership with University Housing & Dining Services.
Recovery Schedule & Meetings
Location
Health Promotion:
740 SW 15th Street
Winter Term CRP Hours
Monday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: varies
Wednesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thursday: varies
Friday: varies
OSU Graduate Student Support
Tuesdays 6-7 p.m.
Health Promotion - 740 SW 15th Street (Corner of Western and 15th)
Note - This meeting is for OSU Graduate Students.
OSU Student Support - Online Meeting
Tuesdays 2-3 p.m.
Note - Please email us to receive the Zoom link.
OSU Collegiate Recovery Support
Wednesdays 4-5:30 p.m. (for all OSU students)
Health Promotion - 740 SW 15th Street (Corner of Western and 15th)
Join the Joan & Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program and engage in substance-free activities on and off campus, find mutual interests, peer support, and more.
This meeting is geared toward supporting its students who are in recovery or seeking support from substance use and its potential effects. All are welcome. We are here for you.
For additional information on substance-free housing, recovery support, and mutual aid meetings please feel free to email us.
Impact Alcohol Education
What is Impact?
Impact is an evidence-based program designed for our students to engage in meaningful discussion about alcohol or other substance use. During your Impact session, you will receive personalized feedback regarding your substance use, along with a variety of harm reduction strategies to help you be safe and responsible.
Impact is available to all students, however, may be required for those who have been sanctioned by the Residence Hall system, Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards, Corvallis Municipal Court, Benton County Circuit Court, the City Attorney’s Office, or other off-campus referral sources.
If you have any questions please send us an email!