The guest speaker series highlights individuals in long-term recovery who share their personal stories as inspiration for our campus community. Guest speakers typically share their message of hope with specific audiences.  Private events are scheduled for members of the collegiate recovery community.  A campus-community presentation is offered for faculty, staff, students, and members of the greater Tuscaloosa community.  A special invitation is always extended to the local recovering community.

Past Guest Speakers

Cecelia Rose LaPointe

Cecelia Rose LaPointe

Cecelia Rose LaPointe joined us virtually on April 22, 2021. As an activist and community organizer, LaPointe spoke on the incorporation native practices in the recovery journey.
Author William Cope Moyers

William Cope Moyers

William Cope Moyers joined the University of Alabama on Friday, April 26, 2019. As a recovery advocate and NY Times best-selling author of “Broken,” Moyers shared his experience from substance use to the beauty of recovery.
Ryan Leaf

Ryan Leaf

Ryan Leaf joined us Monday, April 23, 2018 to share his personal story regarding substance use and finding humility due to the consequences of his use. Ryan Leaf is a former college and NFL star quarterback and a behavioral health advocate.