Join the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being for Spin the Conversation: Truth or Stigma. Bust myths and get creative with us. Spin the wheel to tie-dye a purple "I ❤️ ND" shirt to show your support for Recovery Awareness Week. Shirts are available while supplies last, so don't miss out! Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

The McDonald Center for Student Well-Being and the Gender Relations Center invite ND students for free ice cream and bracelet-making. We'll be chatting about how to build and maintain healthy relationships while navigating recovery. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Notre Dame students are invited to a free night of bowling and games at Strikes & Spares in Mishawaka. Help the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being and Zero Proof build their recovery community. We'll provide free transportation from Stepan Center, along with pizza, bowling and a drink ticket (NO COST TO YOU!). Show your support by joining our Purple Out! Only 50 spots are available, so RSVP to save yours. RSVP here. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Want to learn more about recovery? The McDonald Center for Student Well-Being and UCC are hosting "Resources for Recovery: Planting Hope." Drop a marble to help us create a community art piece, plant your own wildflower seeds to take home, and grab some free wellness resources and goody bags. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

The fall football season is here, and the Go Gold Substance-Free Tailgate is the place to be on game day! ND students, join in on DeBartolo Quad for free Chick-fil-A, lawn games, therapy dogs, giveaways, and more. Show your support for Recovery Awareness Month at our button-making station, take on our campus quest for a chance to win the giant Recovery Bear, and enjoy a fun, stress-free space to celebrate with friends. All students are welcome—come build community, cheer for the Irish, and make it a great game day! Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Join us in being iRISH! This 45-minute Recovery is Spoken Here, recovery-informed training and certification program from the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being, is for students who want to build hope around recovery and a compassionate community. You'll learn to challenge stigma, practice inclusive language, and gain the confidence to have supportive conversations. Get certified and make a difference on campus. Sign up through the form on the McDonald Center ND Central page. Only 20 students per session, so sign up quickly to claim your spot! Register here. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

MHFA is an eight-hour training and a national public education program that introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental illnesses and substance use, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common supports. Limited to 30 people. *Participants must complete two hours of pre-work and attend the full six hours of the instructor-led training to earn their certificate. Register here. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Join us for a smashing good time! Ready to cheer on the Irish and squash the potato? The McDonald Center and SAO invite all ND students to the ultimate potato-themed event. Fuel up with free pizza from Rullie's, enjoy good music and great game day vibes, and hang out with therapy dogs Orla and Finn. Compete in a potato sack race, try your hand at the potato toss, or get creative at our shamrock painting station and potato coloring pages! Don't miss out on the wellness goodie bags and raffle prizes. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

RED CUP.  Presented by Notre Dame Film, Television, and Theatre Directed by by Matt Hakwins Returning to the stage for a second year, "RED CUP" is an one-act documentary theatre performance inspired by written essays from Notre Dame students on the drinking culture in college, a culture often associated with "rest" or "leisure."The play is inspired by the final papers written for the course "Drunk on Film: The Psychology of Storytelling with Alcohol and Its Effects on Alcohol Consumption at Notre Dame." With a visual motif of the ubiquitous red Solo party cup, and accompanied by a host of media references from films, ads, and social media posts, "RED CUP" tells the intimate stories of a small group of Notre Dame students, and the profound effect alcohol has had in their lives, from childhood through their senior year in college. Performance Schedule October 8-9Wednesday & Thursday at 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM Philbin Studio TheatreDeBartolo Performing Arts Center Tickets Tickets for RED CUP. are FREE for everyone. Tickets may be reserved in person at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center ticket office (M-F 12:00 - 6:00 PM), or online at performingarts.nd.edu. RESERVE TICKETS Parking Free parking is available daily after 5:00 pm in the Stayer Center parking lot, just north of the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center. Patrons may now receive free event parking at the Eddy Street Commons Parking Garage by bringing your event tickets and parking ticket to the DPAC Ticket Office to receive a pre-paid parking voucher. An accessible lot for disabled patrons is available immediately adjacent to the center; a valid hangtag or license plate is required. There is a ten-minute parking zone on the north drive of the center for ticket pick-up; during inclement weather you are welcome to drop off guests in this area and proceed to parking. Originally published at ftt.nd.edu.

RED CUP.  Presented by Notre Dame Film, Television, and Theatre Directed by by Matt Hakwins Returning to the stage for a second year, "RED CUP" is an one-act documentary theatre performance inspired by written essays from Notre Dame students on the drinking culture in college, a culture often associated with "rest" or "leisure."The play is inspired by the final papers written for the course "Drunk on Film: The Psychology of Storytelling with Alcohol and Its Effects on Alcohol Consumption at Notre Dame." With a visual motif of the ubiquitous red Solo party cup, and accompanied by a host of media references from films, ads, and social media posts, "RED CUP" tells the intimate stories of a small group of Notre Dame students, and the profound effect alcohol has had in their lives, from childhood through their senior year in college. Performance Schedule October 8-9Wednesday & Thursday at 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM Philbin Studio TheatreDeBartolo Performing Arts Center Tickets Tickets for RED CUP. are FREE for everyone. Tickets may be reserved in person at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center ticket office (M-F 12:00 - 6:00 PM), or online at performingarts.nd.edu. RESERVE TICKETS Parking Free parking is available daily after 5:00 pm in the Stayer Center parking lot, just north of the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center. Patrons may now receive free event parking at the Eddy Street Commons Parking Garage by bringing your event tickets and parking ticket to the DPAC Ticket Office to receive a pre-paid parking voucher. An accessible lot for disabled patrons is available immediately adjacent to the center; a valid hangtag or license plate is required. There is a ten-minute parking zone on the north drive of the center for ticket pick-up; during inclement weather you are welcome to drop off guests in this area and proceed to parking. Originally published at ftt.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Join us in being iRISH! This 45-minute Recovery is Spoken Here, recovery-informed training and certification program from the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being, is for students who want to build hope around recovery and a compassionate community. You'll learn to challenge stigma, practice inclusive language, and gain the confidence to have supportive conversations. Get certified and make a difference on campus. Sign up through the form on the McDonald Center ND Central page. Only 20 students per session, so sign up quickly to claim your spot! Register here. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

In collaboration with the University Counseling Center (UCC) and the McDonald Center for Student Well-being (MDC), this support forum offers an open space for students experiencing concerns related to substance use and recovery, offering a practical, skills-based approach to maintenance and well-being. We will cover topics such as finding and maintaining your motivation ("why"), navigating urges and cravings, cultivating self-awareness, and integrating holistic well-being. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Join us in being iRISH! This 45-minute Recovery is Spoken Here, recovery-informed training and certification program from the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being, is for students who want to build hope around recovery and a compassionate community. You'll learn to challenge stigma, practice inclusive language, and gain the confidence to have supportive conversations. Get certified and make a difference on campus. Sign up through the form on the McDonald Center ND Central page. Only 20 students per session, so sign up quickly to claim your spot! Register here. Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.