Sober Peer Support Community
We invite you to join our safe, confidential, and judgment-free space where students can share, listen, and support each other around substance use and recovery. You are welcome here.
Snacks and Beverage provided!
Date: Every Thursday throughout the Spring 2026 semester
Time: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Location: Hamar House
Who This Group is for:
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Those who want to make a change in their alcohol or drug use
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Anyone looking to meet others who are staying sober or seeking support
- Peers who simply want to listen, learn, or share experiences
Questions? Email well-being@mtu.edu.
eCHECKUP To Go Substance Use Program
eCHECKUP TO GO provides personalized information and feedback regarding an individual's substance use and how it may affect their health, relationships, and career and life goals. The program walks participants through self-assessments, perception of a problem, and also the perception of college substance use culture. A personalized feedback report provides participants with suggestions for where potential improvements can be made to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
This program is free, confidential, and anonymous. We currently offer the following programs:
Local Community Resources
The Western UP Health Departmentoffers a variety of substance use treatment services, including drug and alcohol assessments and counseling, therapy groups, and peer recovery coaches. They also provide free and confidential harm reduction services, such as safer sex supplies, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, Naloxone (e.g., Narcan), and syringe programs.
Copper Country Alcoholics Anonymousprovides resources and lists available meetingswithin Houghton and Keweenaw Counties.