Alcohol and Other Drugs Program
Support. Community. Purpose.
At University of Idaho, we care about your well-being. Our Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Program is here to support you through education, prevention and support services around alcohol, cannabis, nicotine and opioid use. Whether you're learning to make informed choices or looking for support in recovery, we’re here to help.
The AOD Program offers:
- Workshops and peer-led education to help you make smart, informed decisions.
- Support, including screenings and referrals for students navigating substance use.
- Alternative social events that are fun, inclusive and substance-free.
At U of I, you don’t have to face anything alone. We’re committed to helping you stay healthy, make meaningful connections and succeed — inside and outside the classroom.
Contact the AOD Program coordinator
Erin Bacon, M.S., C.H.E.S.
Coordinator, Alcohol and Other Drugs Program
ebacon@uidaho.edu
Campus and community recovery resources
U of I Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC)
The counseling center offers free, confidential counseling, including support for substance use concerns. Located in Mary Forney Hall Room 306, the center also provides virtual group counseling sessions that offer a safe space for connection and personal growth. Call 208-885-6716 or visit the CMHC website for more information.
Latah Recovery Center and Rural Crisis Center Network
Located at 531 S. Main St., Suite B in downtown Moscow, the Latah Recovery Center offers free, strengths-based support for behavioral health needs, including:
- Peer support and recovery coaching
- Resume/job search help
- Support group meetings (AA, NA, Al-Anon, Life Skills and more — many available online)
Visit latahrecoverycenter.org or call 208-883-1045 for a full schedule.
The Rural Crisis Center Network, co-located with the Recovery Center, is open 24/7 for adults 18+ experiencing behavioral health crises. Call 877-897-9027 for more information on the Crisis Center.
Recovery Peer Support
Looking for support from someone who’s been there? Through the Latah Recovery Center, Recovery Peer Volunteers offer one-on-one guidance to those navigating substance use and mental health challenges. You can:
- Connect with a peer volunteer for support
- Train to become a Recovery Peer Volunteer by completing a free, virtual workshop
Call 208-883-1045 for details or to sign up.
Vandal Recovery, a partnership between The University of Idaho campus and the Latah Recovery Center, is located at 822 Elm Street below the on-campus Moscow Co-Op. For more information about student focused programs and recovery support, please reach out to Deena Ramberg at 208-874-2942 or ramberg.vandalrecovery1@gmail.com.
Real Life Ministries — Restoration Night
Restoration Night is recovery-themed meeting on Thursday nights from 6:20-8:30 p.m. held at the Moscow location at 1428 S. Blaine Street. Learn more at www.liferotp.com/restoration.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
AA meetings are available near campus. Visit district22aa.org or call 208-882-1597 to learn more.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
NA meetings are held four times a week in Pullman. Visit newana.org to learn more.