Empower, Recover, Rise: University of Tampa’s Recovery Day Celebration

Empower, Recover, Rise: University of Tampa’s Recovery Day Celebration

Step into a night of inspiration at the University of Tampa as we present an evening dedicated to celebrating recovery.

By Jessica Dueñas

Date and time

Monday, September 30 · 6:30 - 8pm EDT

Location

Plant Hall

374 UT University Drive Tampa, FL 33606

About this event

  • 1 hour 30 minutes

Step into the Grand Salon Room at Plant Hall for a night of inspiration brought to you by RISE, LiveWellUT, and The Office of Residence Life as we proudly present an evening dedicated to celebrating recovery and embracing a substance-free lifestyle.


We are honored to have Jessica Dueñas from The Office of Residence Life at UT as our special guest speaker. Formerly recognized as the Kentucky Teacher of the Year, Jessica will share her powerful journey of addiction and recovery. Her remarkable story has garnered attention on prestigious platforms such as Red Table Talk and NPR.


Come for the appetizers, stay for the compelling stories, and connect with community members such as The Phoenix, The Luckiest Club, and local 12-Step Programs dedicated to positive change.


Doors Open at 6, the event is from 6:30-8 PM. Hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I park?

Parking is available immediately in front of Plant Hall. If all these spots are full, there is a free parking garage, the Thomas Parking Garage at 810 Frederic H. Spaulding Dr. That is about a 5 minute walk through the University of Tampa campus.

How early can I arrive and will there be food?

Doors open at 6. Hors d'oeuvres will be served.

What building is this at on the campus?

This is located in the Grand Salon in Plant Hall.

Organized by

Jessica Dueñas, Ed.S., founder of Bottomless to Sober and the 2019 Kentucky State Teacher of the Year, offers personalized coaching services for individuals in recovery. Groups can engage in transformative workshops on wellness, blending writing and wellness principles. Elevate your organization's mindset and productivity through her sessions. Invite Jessica as a speaker at your event for impactful insights. Explore recovery through Bottomless to Sober's blog and podcast, celebrating stories of resilience and hope. Share your story with Jessica at jessica@bottomlesstosober.com or sign up for exclusive emails on personal growth and sobriety insights. Embrace the transformative power of your narrative.